This article on seed swapping would be great if it included also know- how hints:
1. Seed preservants. Many times seeds are not properly dried and have fungi. What substances could be used to avoid fungi growth ex:thiuram, mercaptan etc
2.Seeds have an expiry date. A table with botanical and common names of the plant and germination characteristics would be very usefull .
3. Use of germination stimulating techniques: Gibberelic acid, hydrogen peroxide etc.