Crop Coordinators_Introduction

 

What does a crop coordinator do?

• Keeps track of the varieties that are being maintained in the group; updates as necessary

• Keeps track of which varieties are doing well for our growers (production, storage, etc.)

• Looks for gaps in the group inventory within their category

• Searches out or keeps an eye out for varieties to add

• Makes suggestions to members who are considering growing the crop for seed or food

• Helps members with questions they are having trouble answering on their own

• Maintains a list of helpful resources

 

How do group members use or help the crop coordinators?

• Inform the coordinator of changes in your seed inventory in their category

• Contact coordinator when you find interesting information, news, etc. about their category

• Ask for help if you are stuck with a problem or question after researching on your own

• Tell the coordinator about any interesting varieties you have discovered

 

Crop Categories and Coordinators - Click on each category to get to the coordinator's page.

 

Beets, Chard, Spinach - Ruth

Cabbage Family - Laurel

Carrots, Celeriac, Celery, and Parsnips

Cucumbers, Melons, and Squash - Kye

Culinary Seeds - Laurel

Grains - Sylvia D

Greens Other than Lettuce and Spinach

Herbs - Sylvia S

Legumes - Ruth

Lettuce - Dixie

Nightshades - Stuart

Onion Family - Sylvia D

Other Roots (salsify, scorzonera, burdock…)

Sweet Potatoes

Tree Nuts and Fruits - Kye