From the Rocky Mt. Seed Alliance Newsletter

 

RMSA Co-Founder, Bill McDorman

Bill and his corn in Cornville, AZ   Bill McDorman, one of the three founders of Rocky Mountain Seed Alliance, took the once-novel idea of 'Seed School' and turned it into an education movement of thousands of seed savers and grain growers. Bill's beaming presence has nurtured the growth of this organization and the seed movement, his passion for seed saving palpable and wonderfully supplemented by an impressive gift to inspire any listener. Co-founder John Caccia praises Bill for creating a vast Alliance of seed stewards. “Bill lives a meaningful life sharing his passion and knowledge about seed saving with the world! It has been an adventure and my honor to have worked with Bill these past 7 years.”  Following in the steps of Belle Starr, co-founder and Bill's wife, Bill has officially retired from RMSA. Bill's presence will be missed at the organization, but he and Belle will never be too far from seeds; you can connect with them at Cornville Seeds! We will always be grateful for Bill and our founding predecessors and will honor them by continuing to educate and inspire seed savers far and wide. We appreciate you Bill for inspiring us all to embrace the magic of seeds.

The Rocky Mountain Seed Alliance Online Courses   Seed Library Webinar - Join us for a discussion about seed libraries, how to get one started, and frequently asked questions. April 28th, 2:00 - 3:30pm MT. More info here.  Free  SS101: Seed School 101 - Seed School 101 offers a comprehensive yet accessible overview of the history, science, business, and craft of seeds. The program allows you to work at your own pace while learning about the magical power of seed saving. More info here.  $40  GS101: Grain School 101 - Grain School 101 is a broad, self-guided education program bound to challenge the current industrial food paradigm and empower you to get involved in your regional grain system. More info here.  $40 Milling and Baking Bonanza - Access to 8 in-depth presentations and culinary demonstrations highlighting the uses and nutritional benefits of ancient and heritage whole wheats! More info here.  $40   These chats combine learning and connection with our valuable gardening and farming community. Join the conversation live or watch one of our recordings to deepen your connection to seeds, seed savers, and the planet.  We hope to see you there!