Useful resources from the Seed Library Network! Hyperlinks didn’t transfer so you can visit this page to find the documents referenced below: SeedLibraryNetwork.org/seed-swaps:
Happy 2025! We are super excited to have created resources to help communities host seed swaps. Many people participate in the Seed Swap Day on January 25th so we wanted to send out a special reminder about the newly available resources.
How to Organize a Seed nmSwap: A step-by-step guide to help you plan a fun, engaging event.
Table Signs: Signage to help vet seeds, label them appropriately, and organize by family.
Check-in Table: A checklist to ensure seeds are properly labeled and identify which seeds should not be shared (e.g., those saved from commercial hybrids) and when to mark potentially crossed seeds as “Diverse.”
Seed Swap: Seed Sharing Guidelines: Guidelines for both organizers and participants on proper labeling.
Seed Swap Participants: A helpful prep guide for participants on what to bring, how to prepare seeds, and how to navigate the swap. It also explains exchange etiquette.
If you’re hosting a seed swap on Seed Swap Day, be sure to use #SeedSwapDay and tag us on Instagram and Facebook @seedlibraries.
Additionally, if you haven’t added your seed library to the map, don’t forget to add it to the Seed Library Map! 
It only takes 5 minutes at bit.ly/SeedLibraryMap. You can also see what libraries are close to you.
Peas on earth. Good wells to all,
Rebecca