Absolutely, seed germination after storage can be so hit or miss, especially if you don’t nail down the moisture and temperature. I learned the hard way that keeping seeds in plain envelopes in the garage just invites disaster. Vacuum sealing with a little rice or those silica packs makes a world of difference in my experience. CeruleanScribe, have you noticed any varieties are more finicky than others? I sometimes find my old tomato seeds stubborn but the beans pop right up, year after year.