Adaptive Seeds

Established in 2009 by Andrew Still and Sarah Kleeger, this farm-based seed company near Sweet Home, Oregon, has grown to become a trusted source for public domain, open-pollinated seeds. Known for their commitment to organic practices and transparency, they ensure that every seed variety is either grown on their farm or by regional partners, with full disclosure of the growers involved.

Following certified organic standards, they grow all seeds without chemical fertilizers, herbicides, or pesticides. They focus on open pollination to encourage diversity and resilience, rejecting proprietary hybrids, patents, and genetically modified organisms. Their seeds are adapted to the Pacific Northwest and other short-season northern climates, ensuring they are well-suited for local conditions. They also participate in the Open Source Seed Initiative (OSSI) to maintain fair and open access to plant genetic resources.

The farm's seed priorities include rare and heritage varieties, Oregon and Northwest-bred seeds, public domain modern varieties, diverse gene pool mixes, and open-pollinated varieties for commercial growers. They guarantee that every seed lot exceeds industry and federal germination standards and test all Brassica family seeds for blackleg. They have been featured in the 'For the Love of Farming' podcast and actively promote the Open Source Seed Initiative to foster an expanding pool of genetic resources free from patents and licenses.