Here are some of the latest updates related to seedlings in gardening, forestry, conservation, and agriculture. I've focused on stories from October 2025 for timeliness.

1. Wisconsin DNR Opens Tree and Shrub Seedling SalesThe Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) began accepting orders for tree and shrub seedlings on October 6, aimed at landowners for spring 2026 plantings. This initiative supports reforestation and habitat restoration efforts across the state. Similar updates highlight the opportunity for citizens to purchase from state nurseries.

2. 'Sips for Seedlings' Event Supports Hawaii's Endangered PlantsHeld recently in Hawaii, this community event drew over 200 attendees to raise awareness and funds for protecting the state's most endangered native plants through seedling propagation and conservation. It emphasized community involvement in restoration projects.

3. Extended Deadline for Native Seedling OrdersDue to high demand, the order deadline for native seedlings has been extended to October 14, 2025. This allows more people to secure plants for ecological restoration and gardening projects.

4. Nigeria's Coffee Seedling Nursery PartnershipSoilless Farm Lab and JR Farms announced a collaboration to develop commercial coffee seedling nurseries in Nigeria, targeting South-West, North Central, and South-East regions. The initiative aims to produce millions of seedlings starting in 2026, with training and offtake guarantees for farmers to revive Nigeria's coffee export industry.

5. October Sowing and Planting GuidesGardening experts recommend transplanting salad seedlings (like lettuce and rocket) between October 10-14 in cooler climates for polytunnel or greenhouse growth. Broader sowing calendars for October suggest planting winter-hardy crops, while Australian permaculture updates highlight spring vegetable patch preparations.

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