I'm avoiding Baker Creek Seeds/RareSeeds.com

[Anonymous]

I usually get my seeds from Johnny's or Experimental Farm Network. I was really excited when, unsolicited, I received a thick, gorgeous heirloom seed catalog from Baker Creek Seeds. I was impressed! Maybe you got a catalog, too. Unfortunately, after looking a little deeper, I will not be ordering seeds from them as I chose not to support such an unethical business. Not only do they willfully deny the indiginous origins of some of their products, they invited figures such as Cliven Bundy and RFK, Jr. as keynote speakers to their festivals.

Since I DO have a choice when it comes to seeds, I choose to take my business elsewhere. It's unfortunate there's a growing overlap with those not-so-fringe-anymore groups and gardening/farming.

https://www.instagram.com/linda.black.elk/p/CnkLj5HLuW_/?hl=en&img_index=1
https://www.news-leader.com/story/news/local/ozarks/2019/04/26/baker-creek-heirloom-seeds-cliven-bundy-rancher-land-rights/3586708002/
https://www.news-leader.com/story/news/local/ozarks/2020/02/18/baker-creek-seeds-host-anti-vaxxer-robert-f-kennedy-jr-festival/4796091002/
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10157470714516163&id=155935376162&set=a.10152146008821163

[Anonymous]

This is old news. Very old.

[Anonymous]

They have a great selection and have always gotten my orders right. I will happily order again.

[Anonymous]

Oh they sound great! Thanks for the recommendation!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I usually get my seeds from Johnny's or Experimental Farm Network. I was really excited when, unsolicited, I received a thick, gorgeous heirloom seed catalog from Baker Creek Seeds. I was impressed! Maybe you got a catalog, too. Unfortunately, after looking a little deeper, I will not be ordering seeds from them as I chose not to support such an unethical business. Not only do they willfully deny the indiginous origins of some of their products, they invited figures such as Cliven Bundy and RFK, Jr. as keynote speakers to their festivals.

Since I DO have a choice when it comes to seeds, I choose to take my business elsewhere. It's unfortunate there's a growing overlap with those not-so-fringe-anymore groups and gardening/farming.

https://www.instagram.com/linda.black.elk/p/CnkLj5HLuW_/?hl=en&img_index=1
https://www.news-leader.com/story/news/local/ozarks/2019/04/26/baker-creek-heirloom-seeds-cliven-bundy-rancher-land-rights/3586708002/
https://www.news-leader.com/story/news/local/ozarks/2020/02/18/baker-creek-seeds-host-anti-vaxxer-robert-f-kennedy-jr-festival/4796091002/
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10157470714516163&id=155935376162&set=a.10152146008821163

How exactly does a seed have an indigenous origin?


What does this even mean?

[Anonymous]

I thought you were going to say "not order from them because there are better regional alternatives, where the seeds bought are more likely to fit the space and thrive like Southern Exposure Seed Exchange" But the reasons you give? Not a concern for me. Sorry.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I usually get my seeds from Johnny's or Experimental Farm Network. I was really excited when, unsolicited, I received a thick, gorgeous heirloom seed catalog from Baker Creek Seeds. I was impressed! Maybe you got a catalog, too. Unfortunately, after looking a little deeper, I will not be ordering seeds from them as I chose not to support such an unethical business. Not only do they willfully deny the indiginous origins of some of their products, they invited figures such as Cliven Bundy and RFK, Jr. as keynote speakers to their festivals.

Since I DO have a choice when it comes to seeds, I choose to take my business elsewhere. It's unfortunate there's a growing overlap with those not-so-fringe-anymore groups and gardening/farming.

https://www.instagram.com/linda.black.elk/p/CnkLj5HLuW_/?hl=en&img_index=1
https://www.news-leader.com/story/news/local/ozarks/2019/04/26/baker-creek-heirloom-seeds-cliven-bundy-rancher-land-rights/3586708002/
https://www.news-leader.com/story/news/local/ozarks/2020/02/18/baker-creek-seeds-host-anti-vaxxer-robert-f-kennedy-jr-festival/4796091002/
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10157470714516163&id=155935376162&set=a.10152146008821163

How exactly does a seed have an indigenous origin?


What does this even mean?

+1. moving on. makes no sense

[Anonymous]

Baker creek rare seeds has the best seeds! I have never had a problem with germination with their seeds. I have been buying seeds from them for 6years and will continue to do so.

[Anonymous]

I never ordered from them and will never do. There are better choices around.

[Anonymous]

lol. “Farming” has gotten a lot more lefty, you mean. As a sixth gen farmer myself, I am fascinated by the hippie invasion but y’all usually get tired of the work soon and go back where you came from.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I usually get my seeds from Johnny's or Experimental Farm Network. I was really excited when, unsolicited, I received a thick, gorgeous heirloom seed catalog from Baker Creek Seeds. I was impressed! Maybe you got a catalog, too. Unfortunately, after looking a little deeper, I will not be ordering seeds from them as I chose not to support such an unethical business. Not only do they willfully deny the indiginous origins of some of their products, they invited figures such as Cliven Bundy and RFK, Jr. as keynote speakers to their festivals.

Since I DO have a choice when it comes to seeds, I choose to take my business elsewhere. It's unfortunate there's a growing overlap with those not-so-fringe-anymore groups and gardening/farming.

https://www.instagram.com/linda.black.elk/p/CnkLj5HLuW_/?hl=en&img_index=1
https://www.news-leader.com/story/news/local/ozarks/2019/04/26/baker-creek-heirloom-seeds-cliven-bundy-rancher-land-rights/3586708002/
https://www.news-leader.com/story/news/local/ozarks/2020/02/18/baker-creek-seeds-host-anti-vaxxer-robert-f-kennedy-jr-festival/4796091002/
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10157470714516163&id=155935376162&set=a.10152146008821163

What does the bolded mean?

[Anonymous]

Thanks for the information. I've noted the name and will avoid them. I won't support anyone who supports the crazy that is the brain worm guy.

[Anonymous]

What about garden centers that support the same people? I already stopped buying from two garden centers.

[Anonymous]

Get Over It!!!!

[Anonymous]

I ordered 2 kinds of Zucchinis and 1 okra. As far as productivity is concerned, on a scale of 1 to 5 I would rate them all a 0. I will Not order from BK again!