Welcome to Irish Seed Savers

Our aim is to:

• Protect, conserve & utilise Irish plant genetic resources including rare heritage seeds, grains, vegetables & fruit.
• Promote agricultural biodiversity for food security.
• Educate the public on agricultural biodiversity and food security through information and workshops
• Research seed, grain, vegetable and fruit varieties suited to Ireland’s temperate maritime climate.

Who are we?

Irish Seed Savers Association is a registered charity, and a large environmental Non-Governmental Organisation in Ireland. We research, locate, preserve & use traditional varieties, cultivars of fruit, vegetables, potatoes & grains.