Have these seeds been irradiated?
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I don't believe so, this is supposed to be "all natural" and unwashed. I don't include irradiated as a natural feature of food. Irradiation has not been widely adopted due to an asserted negative public perception, the concerns expressed by some consumer groups and the reluctance of many food producers. All irradiated foods must bear the Radura symbol at the point of sale and the term "irradiated" or a derivative there of, in conjunction with explicit language describing the change in the food or its conditions of use.I don't recall this on the packing at all. I don't believe so, this is supposed to be "all natural" and unwashed. I don't include irradiated as a natural feature of food. Irradiation has not been widely adopted due to an asserted negative public perception, the concerns expressed by some consumer groups and the reluctance of many food producers. All irradiated foods must bear the Radura symbol at the point of sale and the term "irradiated" or a derivative there of, in conjunction with explicit language describing the change in the food or its conditions of use.I don't recall this on the... » Read More I don't believe so, this is supposed to be "all natural" and unwashed. I don't include irradiated as a natural feature of food. Irradiation has not been widely adopted due to an asserted negative public perception, the concerns expressed by some consumer groups and the reluctance of many food producers. All irradiated foods must bear the Radura symbol at the point of sale and the term "irradiated" or a derivative there of, in conjunction with explicit language describing the change in the food or its conditions of use.I don't recall this on the packing at all. « Show Less
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Very possible. Because if the poppy seeds are " washed " and weren't dryed properly it could change the taste to bitter, even if they are freshly harvested.
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Yes, the seeds seem to be intact. Just make sure they are dried (they should already be upon arrival). I have planted some already. Waiting for them to germinate.
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It is my understanding that they are non- GMO seeds that they plant, I do not know that they are certified.
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I'm sorry I don't know I didn't ask the seller. But the rule of thumb on food storage the seeds are good for up to 15 yrs. I hope this helps.
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No. They have no seeds. The tops and bottoms of the peppers are cut off. They are shipped in a plastic sandwich bag
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As it is certified Organic, I would imagine it isn't irradiated either. But why not just ask Starwest directly? Their number is: 1-800-800-4372.
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That's strange. My packet of seeds is exactly as depicted, including the information "No GMOs." I'd request an explanation or replacement packet, to be sure.
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Hi I bought 20 seeds only 2 have germinated the packing is a white envelope and the seeds get cruched. it took tow weeks on a heat mat to get them to grow. I will not buy from this guy again.
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The seeds are not salted, they are raw, untoasted seeds that have the outer hull removed, nothing else. You can toast them yourself in a skillet on med heat, stur constantly until they turn light brown. Add your own salt, if you wish. I use himalayan salt.
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In my experience they are the most "unwashed" and freshest I have been able to find so far. There's not really a full proof method to check but usually the darker the water you wash them in, the better the seeds are.
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I have not received the seeds. Be careful of the vendor you use. These were supposed to come from China.
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The package does not indicate the seeds are organic. If they were, there would be some indication, so have to assume the answer is no.
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Good heavens no! They are organic sprouting seeds. Why would one want to contaminate them with a disinfecting solution?
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Mark, I wish I could answer you, however, I've planted only a portion of the seeds. The Skullcap was not one. Maybe next spring!! I do know what I did sow came in at about an 80-90% germination rate.
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We just keep them in their box/bag in the pantry (as the previous answer noted, the pantry is cool and dark). Because they are seeds, they don't really have a shelf life.
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I am not sure about that, however with their statement "Our food products are NOT Irradiated", I would think that they were not treated with harmful pesticides.
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I have a had mine stored in my freezer for two years now. Haven't had any problems with them. Don't plan on taking them out for at least another 3 years so it will be 5 years total when I will open and use. That will be the true test of time so far on my list. But if these are true heirloom seed, they should be able to last a lot longer than that.