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Saving Tomato Seeds - Seed Saving for Next Year's Tomato Crop

By Marie Iannotti, About.com

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Getting the Tomato Seeds Ready to Save

Saving Tomato Seeds - Cleaning the Seed

Finally you can remove and dispose of the mold covering. Lifting it before rinsing the seeds will make rinsing easier, but it's not necessary. You can add some water to the jar or bowl and stir or shake vigorously. The good seeds will settle to the bottom, allowing you to drain off the excess first.

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