A seed library is a space where you can exchange organic, reproducible seeds from vegetable plants, herbs and flowers that you have harvested from your own crops.
The aim is to reproduce and share seeds from plants that are suited to the local area, with a view to maintaining biodiversity and protecting the environment, while strengthening social ties by raising public awareness of seed exchange and production in order to promote healthy eating for all.
How to use the seed library?
The seed library is based on bartering
This system does not have to be simultaneous and operates on a self-service basis:
- in the spring, you borrow seeds and grow the plant;
- in the autumn, you collect the seeds from the plant and bring some of them back to the seed library.
You don't need to have a large vegetable garden or already harvest your own seeds to participate!
How to give seeds?
- Come to the Environment Library to drop off any seeds you have left over or pick up seeds left by someone else.
- Fill the bag provided for this purpose (ideally) or use a clean container (jar, envelope, tea box, etc.).
- Fill in an information sheet about the seeds you are depositing (date and place of seed harvest, growing tips, etc.).
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions about the above steps!
Would you like to learn more about growing seeds?
The library also offers a selection of books and subscriptions to periodicals.
You do not need to be enrolled at the university to use the seed library
However, you can register as an external member of the libraries to access our resources and services!
Where can I find the seed library?
The main seed library was created in 2023 and is located in the Environment Library on the Arlon campus.
A mobile seed library has also been created. It is available to anyone who wishes to use it for educational or promotional purposes (conferences, courses, activities, etc.).
Access to the seed library is available during library opening hours.
Practical information about the library
Are you interested in the project?
The seed library is a community-based, collective project. If you have ideas for activities or a little time to come and fold bags, sort seeds, etc., any help is welcome! Please do not hesitate to contact us or visit us!
Don't miss our activities
To keep the seed library alive, the library organises and participates in events (La Quinzaine du Climat, Le Printemps de la Grainothèque, Slow Festival).
Activities are organised according to the seasons, mainly in spring and autumn. In spring, the seed library comes out of hibernation and empties itself for sowing and planting throughout the summer. In autumn, it fills up with seeds harvested and deposited by participants.
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