Dakota County Seed Library - Farmington

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General Description

The Dakota County Library and UMN Extension Master Gardeners in Dakota County are partnering to create a seed library at the Farmington Library to improve access to organic, locally grown foods as well as promoting the use of native plants as a sustainable landscaping practice. The seed library will be coordinated by volunteer Master Gardeners and may involve other community volunteers to help with the packaging and labeling of donated seeds. Master Gardeners will also offer regular informational programming at the library on topics related to gardening and seed saving.

Location

Farmington Library

508 Third Street

Farmington, MN 55024

Date/Time

Times will vary on activity and location

Duties & Responsibilities

• Help create and foster a local seed bank
• Packaging and labeling of donated seeds
• Lead informal programming related to gardening and seed saving

Minimum Qualifications

Must be 18 years old or older

Minimum Time Commitment

Varies

Activity Level

Mild - May include walking short distances over relatively level terrain. Periods of standing or sitting will be required. Comfortable shoes recommended.

Contact Information

Garrett Zaffke | Community Relations and Volunteer Services Coordinator

Dakota County Communications

1590 Highway 55| Hastings, MN 55033

Direct: (651) 438-4635 | Fax: (651) 438-4405 | Email: garrett.zaffke@co.dakota.mn.us