Seed stock

Common synonyms include: axseed, banked seeds, breeding stock, founding stock, genetic stock, plant seeds.

noun

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Definitions

Noun

1
A stock of seed. literally
2
a supply of seeds (or tubers) reserved for planting wordnet
3
Any supply for planting in general.
"The estate's present seed stock comprises seedlings, bulbs and various nuts."
4
Any source of new (notably young) individuals, especially those used for breeding figuratively
"Sustainable hunting and fishing cares as much for its seed stock as for catch or haul."

"The estate's present seed stock comprises seedlings, bulbs and various nuts."