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The University of Massachusetts Amherst

The Common Seed Project

This guide gathers information and resources for the "Common Seed" project initiated by seed libraries in and around the Massachusetts Pioneer Valley.

Regional Programs and Workshops

Programs and workshops are open to everyone, whether or not they participate in Common Seed.
Please check host websites for the latest updates or cancellations.

 
Date/Time Program or Workshop Location
Sunday, March 30
3 p.m. 
How to use a soil blocker for seed starting  Mass Aggie Seed Library / UMass Amherst 
Saturday, 12 April 
10am to 1pm
Seed starting using soil blocks Hardwick Paige Memorial Library 
Thursday, 17 April 2pm  Soil Blocking  Greenfield Public Library 
Saturday, 19 April
1pm
Ditch the Plastic: Using a Soil Blocker for Seed Starting Meekins Library / Williamsburg Library