Vegetable producers are tasked not only with identifying which seeds will thrive on their farms, but also with adhering to a variety of restrictions that may affect their options for how to utilize particular seeds. Michael Mazourek of Cornell University will help you navigate the complexity around hybrids, plant variety protection (PVP), utility patents, and other restrictions seed users face when exercising their rights to seed, whether searching for cultivars for seed saving and on-farm breeding projects or making purchases that support your ethics. Jason Grauer of Stone Barns Center will demonstrate resources that can help you navigate this process with ease.
