With so many growers recognizing the need for local seed security, we've outgrown our Seed Hub, and will be moving in August 2025 into a larger building on the same property. As you can see from the photo above, it needs a lot of work done before we can move in!
What do we do at The Seed Hub?
• Store all of the seeds that our members sell through the co-op
• Cleaning, processing, germination testing and packaging of seeds
• Order fulfillment
Why donate to BC Eco Seed Co-op?
Unlike most seed companies, we are a producers' co-op, which means that the majority of the money we make from seed sales goes directly back to our members. What money is left over is used to run the business: paying our staff, purchasing our shipping, packaging, and germination testing materials. We often rely on grants to make big purchases, such as a new printer, germination chamber or seed counter.
This project is beyond the scope of any grants that are currently available, and we've searched high and low! However, this is also a necessary move, and we don't have the option of waiting for a grant to appear. This is a cost-shared project with a partner, and fortunately work has already begun, but we need to cover our portion of the project.
Your support now will directly support BC farmers, as it will allow us to continue to provide an avenue for them to sell their seed. Any amount that you can contribute will make a big difference!
Learn more about BC Eco Seed Co-op and what sets us apart from other seed companies.
We're not wasting any time, work has already begun!
Until recently, sheep would hang out in here at night - clearly it is in desperate need of attention! This is where we will package and store seed, as well as do our order fulfillment. Work to be done here:
• Pour a concrete floor - DONE!
Upstairs has been used as storage and a hayloft. Our plans for this space will also include storage, as well as all of our germination testing and seed processing activities. Work to be done here:
• Install more windows - IN PROGRESS!
These stairs are dodgy! Work to be done:
• Replace and reinforce steps - IN PROGRESSThis way we can safely carry seeds and other supplies up and down and keep everything dry.
Water is on it's way!
How you can help:
- Head over to our fundraising page and donate! We have lots of great perks for donors too!
- Share our campaign and let folks know why you support BC Eco Seed Co-op.
- Use our hashtag #MoreBCEcoSeedPlease on Instagram and Facebook to expand our reach!
- Come join us on August 9 for a work party!
- Share our work party event on Facebook
Thank you for any support you can offer! Our inbox is always open, if you have any questions or comments, please feel free to reach out at info@bcecoseedcoop.com
In seedy solidarity,
The BC Eco Seed Co-op team and members