How to get free seeds for gardening?
Seed Libraries are places where you can access free seeds that you can grow. Many public libraries will let you use your library card to check out a certain amount of seeds at one time. If you are an individual seeking seed for personal use, we recommend heading to your nearest seed library (often these are housed within your local library! To be considered for a seed donation, please fill out this form and include as much info as you can.
Do you need a license to sell seeds in India?
Every person or legal entity wishing to engage in the selling, distributing, or trading of agricultural seeds is required to obtain a license as set forth under the Seeds Act of 1966. Selling or distributing seeds without a license is a criminal offense. Legality. While saving seed and even exchanging seed with other farmers for biodiversity purposes has been a traditional practice, these practices have become illegal for the plant varieties that are patented or otherwise owned by some entity (often a corporation).