An heirloom seed is the foundation of any family that keeps its story alive. Heirloom plants make up the holistic story of a family's agricultural history. Heirloom seeds describe the heritage and backstory being passed down from generation to generation. An heirloom varietal must be open-pollinated by birds or bees. This book is designed to be a resource for anyone exploring the basics of heirloom seeds, harvesting, seed saving, seed banks, and community-driven heirloom projects.