Profoundly Promiscuous and Totally Tasty Tomato Project

Joseph Lofthouse wrote:This year, we grow the seed as sibling groups (seed from the same parent). This allows us to notice whether a variety grows looking like a clone (selfing), or whether every sibling looks unique (self-incompatible). We intend to save seeds this year only from the lines showing high diversity between siblings.

Joseph, I wanted to check in with a germination update for my five families. I have an infestation of tiny white bugs which might be making germination worse than usual, but the image below is what I have.

Is poor germination part of what you're looking to see or should I attempt to late-start seeds (I have a lot left after planting eight of each packet) for those that have been lost, to be more sure of getting six into the field?

Thanks for the grow report.  I sent you farmer favorites from last year. Your germination rates roughly match what other growers report. [Lesson for next year—test germination before sharing].

Use your best judgment on whether to replant. I'd love if you did.