Seed Stories

In this episode, we speak with Julia Coffey, President of Seeds Trust seed company and Bill McDorman, co-founder of the Rocky Mountain Seed Alliance about Siberian tomatoes. Hear the fascinating tale of how Bill traveled to Siberia (Russia) under the iron curtain and brought back over 60 varieties!

This episode concentrates on the Yellow Eyed Bean. We speak with Dr. Sue Wika, professor of Sociology of Agriculture professor at MState Fergus Falls, MN, and her experience growing this bean. We cover growing and harvest techniques, cooking methods, storage tips and more!

Join us as we discuss this watermelon's history, growing and seed saving techniques, two curing methods (one by hanging them from net rope!), recipes on how to make watermelon juice, rind pickles, and more!

Interviewee: Clayton Brascoupe, Mohawk and Anishinaabe seed keeper.