Snake River Seed Cooperative
Snake River Seed Cooperative is a collective of family farmers in the Intermountain West who work together to produce a wide diversity of regionally-adapted
The Story
Snake River Seed Cooperative is a collective of family farmers in the Intermountain West who work together to produce a wide diversity of regionally-adapted, open-pollinated seeds. Founded in 2013, the cooperative represents 33 small farms dedicated to preserving seed sovereignty and building community resilience through locally grown, high-quality seed stock.
Our seeds are grown in low-input fields and gardens across the Intermountain West, ensuring each variety is uniquely adapted to the region's challenging climate—hot summers, cold winters, and short growing seasons. We believe that seeds grown locally are stronger, more resilient, and better suited to help gardeners and farmers succeed in our distinctive environment.
As a grower-owned cooperative, every seed packet we sell directly supports the family farmers who steward it. When you purchase from Snake River Seed Cooperative, you are investing in regional agriculture, preserving genetic diversity, and strengthening the local food system from seed to table.
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Products & Services
Kohlrabi, Trero - Packet
Premium kohlrabi seeds from Snake River Seed Cooperative. Regionally adapted for the Intermountain West, these seeds produce crisp, sweet bulbs perfect for raw eating, roasting, or stir-frying.
Rhubarb
Heirloom rhubarb seeds from Snake River Seed Cooperative. Grown and adapted for Intermountain West conditions, producing tart, tender stalks ideal for pies, sauces, and preserves.
Digital Gift Card - $10.00
Give the gift of regionally adapted seeds with a Snake River Seed Cooperative digital gift card. Recipients can choose from the cooperative's full catalog of seeds adapted for the Intermountain West.
Company Timeline
2013 — Founded Snake River Seed Cooperative
Casey O'Leary co-founded Snake River Seed Cooperative as a collective of family farmers in the Intermountain West focused on regionally adapted seeds.
2017 — Sole Ownership Transition
Casey O'Leary became the sole owner of Snake River Seed Cooperative, leading the organization through a period of growth and market expansion.
2021 — Cooperative Incorporation
Snake River Seed Cooperative was formally incorporated, strengthening its mission to build community resilience through seed sovereignty across the Intermountain West.
2022 — Urban Farm Podcast Feature
Snake River Seed Cooperative was featured on the Urban Farm Podcast, sharing insights on urban farming and seed adaptation in challenging climates.
