A Guide for Florida Farmers: Saving Winter Squash Seeds

Project Type: Education Only
Funds awarded in 2023: $41,000.00
Projected End Date: 03/31/2025
Grant Recipient: Working Food
Region: Southern
State: Florida
Principal Investigator:
Melissa DeSa
Working Food
Description:
A detailed guide with just about everything you need to know to save winter squash seeds like Seminole Pumpkins, Butternuts, and other tropical squash. Should you ferment your seeds or not? What about cross-pollination and storage conditions? Get all your questions answered and more – with detailed descriptions, photos, and farmer insights in this complete manual for Florida growers.
Type:
Manual/Guide
Target audiences:
Farmers/Ranchers; Educators
Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and should not be construed to represent any official USDA or U.S. Government determination or policy.