What Is Terroir?
Terroir: noun, the specific conditions of soil and climate of a place where a food is grown that imparts unique and special qualities or characteristics to that food. Also known as the “sense or taste of place”. Origin: French: literally, ‘soil, land’.
To learn more, read the Terroir-ist’s Manifesto for Eating!
Safe Seed Pledge
Terroir Seeds |Underwood Gardens was one of the first signers of the Safe Seed Pledge.
“Agriculture and seeds provide the basis upon which our lives depend. We must protect this foundation as a safe and genetically stable source for future generations. For the benefit of all farmers, gardeners and consumers who want an alternative,
We pledge that we do not knowingly buy or sell genetically engineered seeds or plants.
The mechanical transfer of genetic material outside of natural reproductive methods and between genera, families or kingdoms, poses great biological risks as well as economic, political, and cultural threats. We feel that genetically engineered varieties have been insufficiently tested prior to public release. More research and testing is necessary to further assess the potential risks of genetically engineered seeds. Further, we wish to support agricultural progress that leads to healthier soils, genetically diverse agricultural ecosystems and ultimately healthy people and communities.”
What Others Say About Us
“I order from a number of seed companies and like all of them, but compared to the others, Terroir Seeds customer service is beyond excellent! Please keep up the good work!”
I have Master Gardener friends who complain about the germination rate of the seeds they have bought from other companies. I have been extremely happy with everything I ordered from you. I love the fact that they are all heirloom.
Just a note to say Hi, and THANK YOU for all my wonderful seeds! This is my 1st garden in New England, and myself and all my neighbors are wowed. You have such a wonderful variety of seeds – I quickly ran out of space in my 35×15 garden (I planted a little bit of everything). You’ve made a repeat and referral sale with me – I tell everyone where I got my seeds from!