Ask IFAS: Seeds

Seeds

A plant structure that develops from an ovule and has as parts an embryo enclosed in a seed coat.

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Oilseed Crops

Primarily soybeans, and other crops such as peanuts, cottonseed, sunflower seed, flaxseed, safflower seed, rapeseed, sesame seed, castor beans, canola, rapeseed, and mustard seeds used to produce edible and/or inedible oils, as well as high-protein animal meal.

Oil-bearing crops or oil crops include both annual (usually called oilseeds) and perennial plants whose seeds, fruits or mesocarp and nuts are valued mainly for the edible or industrial oils that are extracted from them.

Seed Production

Seed-, Pod-, or Fruit-eating Insects in the Garden

Seeds and Propagation (Lawn and Garden)

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Eat Foods with Healthier Fats

Brenda Marty-JimenezJune 6th, 2023Unsaturated Fats are one type of several different types of dietary fats and oils. All these different kinds of fat can be confusing. Let’s look at unsaturated fat a little more closely. Have you ever heard of healthy fats? These are called unsaturated fats and are known to lower bad cholesterol and reduce the risk […]

Saving and sharing seeds

Mindy HanakJanuary 27th, 2022In January, many folks try new habits, hobbies, and take on cleaning projects, too. Let’s talk about all three in relation to seeds. Over time stored seeds may lose their ability to germinate and grow. What do you do if you are clearing out your seed stash and discover you have seeds that need to […]

A test to check the germination rate of old seeds

Susan WebbSeptember 17th, 2021Have old seeds packets and wondering if the seeds are still viable to grow in the garden? Many seeds will last for years if stored correctly in a cool, dry, indoor environment. Follow these simple steps to test your old seeds. Gather your supplies: A plastic sandwich bag, tape, paper towel, seeds, sharpie. Wet a […]

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