Millennium Seed Bank Partnership technical guidance and manuals, together with
authoritative standards, decision support and further resources for using native seed in ecological
restoration.
Use SeedPOD evidence alongside reference ecosystems, local expertise, provenance decisions, quality
standards, permissions and long-term monitoring. Answer these questions before sourcing seed.
What outcome is intended?Define the reference ecosystem, ecological targets,
beneficiaries, constraints and monitoring indicators.
Is active seeding needed?Assess natural regeneration, threats, soil, hydrology
and other causes of degradation first.
Which species and functional diversity?Use local ecological knowledge and
evidence, not availability alone, to develop the species mix.
Which sources are appropriate?Consider provenance, genetic diversity, future
climate, collection ethics and transfer guidance.
Is quality documented?Check identity, purity, viability, storage history,
treatments, pathogens and traceability.
Can it be delivered and monitored?Plan quantities, timing, site preparation,
sowing, establishment checks and adaptive management.
Authoritative guidance
Restoration standards and practical resources
Scientific standard
International principles and standards for native seeds in ecological restoration
A global framework for the native seed supply chain, including sourcing, production, processing, testing,
storage and use.
