Don’t Break What Works, Says World Agriculture Prize Winner
Wheat geneticist Jorge Dubcovsky has received the 2026 World Agriculture Prize for his contributions to agricultural research, innovation and education. He reflects on the success of public plant breeding, the importance of international scientific collaboration and the funding challenges threatening the future of university breeding programs.
It’s Time To Move Now | On The Brink: Season 3, Episode 9
Could changing Canada’s breeding system strengthen public plant breeding? GIFS CEO Jason Reinheimer calls for a farmer-led company, an open door to investment and action before more time is lost.
The Toughest Cleaning Job Taught Me What Our Equipment Could Really Do
Sometimes you don’t really appreciate how versatile your seed cleaning equipment is until somebody brings you a problem that forces you to think differently. That’s what happened when Greg Coulter […]
The $1.7 Billion Network Behind Canada’s Seed Retail Future
SeCan’s nearly 600 member companies represent an estimated $1.7 billion in infrastructure investment. Industry leaders explain why that network could become increasingly important
Who’s Your Flower & Vegetable Seed Difference Maker? Nominations Are Closing Soon
Seed World’s 2027 Veg & Flower Difference Makers program recognizes professionals making an impact across the flower and vegetable seed industry. From breeding breakthroughs to commercial leadership, nominations are open through November 4, 2026, with selected honorees featured in February 2027.
We Bought a Seed Plant. The Support Came With It.
When we bought a neighbouring farm a few years ago in Lajord, Sask., the seed cleaning plant came with it. I knew we could use it, but I didn’t really […]
Breeding Against the Clock
Genome editing is expanding the plant breeder’s toolbox as European farmers face increasing climate, disease and pest pressures. With a new EU regulatory framework in place, Limagrain sees opportunities to accelerate the development of resilient, high-performing crop varieties.
Breeding for a Climate That Won’t Hold Still: What Every Seed Professional Needs to Understand
Climate-resilient varieties are only as reliable as the environments in which they’re tested. As Europe’s climate changes faster than traditional breeding cycles can respond, plant breeders must rethink field trials, incorporate envirotyping and use better climate data to predict future performance.
Why Some Microbes Win in a Field They’ve Never Seen
Jord uses microbial activator technology to identify soil microbes capable of establishing and performing within existing microbial communities. Through its SignalSelect platform, the company screens thousands of isolates for ecological competence before advancing a select few into field trials.
Euroseeds 2026: Key Highlights from Valencia Congress
Euroseeds 2026 brought the international seed community to Valencia, Spain, for discussions on NGTs, PRM reform, plant variety rights and innovation. Watch the video recap highlighting key conversations, emerging technologies and industry connections from this year’s Congress.
Maritime Seed Growers Make Their Numbers Count
Declining certified seed use is putting pressure on local production, but seed growers in the East still see an opportunity to rebuild awareness of its value
Scientists Target Photosynthesis Efficiency for Better Crops
Researchers at Sweden’s KTH Royal Institute of Technology have identified Rubisco enzyme mutations that could improve photosynthesis efficiency by reducing unwanted oxygen reactions. The findings offer new possibilities for crop improvement, although further testing is needed to determine whether the changes can increase plant productivity.
The Real Cost of Innovation Isn’t Always What We Spend
Canada’s seed industry spends a lot of time debating who should pay for plant breeding. I’m beginning to think we’re overlooking a more difficult question
Svalbard Seed Vault Prize to Protect At-Risk Collections
Svalbard Seed Vault partners will direct €50,000 from the 2026 Princess of Asturias Award toward protecting vulnerable seed collections. The funding will help genebanks safeguard crop diversity and preserve valuable genetic resources for future plant breeding and global food security.
Can Washington Keep Up With the Seed Industry?
Janae Brady of the American Seed Trade Association examines the challenges facing seed industry policy in Washington, from Farm Bill uncertainty and long-term research investments to plant germplasm preservation and the evolving debate over treated seed regulation.
Ahern, Beyond Genetics: A Comprehensive View of the Value Chain
Ahern is connecting vegetable seed market insights with genetic performance data to help seed companies and growers make better-informed decisions. Through extensive field trials, grower relationships and market intelligence, the company aims to strengthen variety positioning, portfolio development and long-term profitability across the vegetable value chain.
3 Game Changers: InnovAction Winners Announced
PEWAS Innovative Chemistry claimed the top prize at the Euroseeds 2026 InnovAction Stage in Valencia, Spain, for its Aquaholder seed coating technology. SeedForward and Ensemo earned runner-up honours for innovations supporting crop establishment and seed performance.
A New Generation, A New Vision | On The Brink: Season 3, Episode 8
After visiting 11 countries on six continents, Lauren Benoit shares what Canada can learn about plant breeding, why we need our own solution and what waiting could cost growers.
Euroseeds Congress 2026: What Will We Take Home from Valencia?
As Euroseeds Congress 2026 draws to a close in Valencia, the conversations point to challenges and opportunities that extend far beyond the event. From seed sector resilience and InnovAction finalists to the NextGen Forum, the focus turns to translating promising ideas into practical progress for plant breeding.
What Happens When Seed Genetics and Microbes Work Together? Watch Our New Innovation Series Webinar
Crop performance isn’t determined by genetics alone. This webinar explores how microbial seed treatments interact with plant genetics and growing conditions to influence crop development
Live at Euroseeds: What’s Ahead for Vylor?
Vylor is entering a new chapter as an independent seed and genetics company. At Euroseeds 2026, Jean-Philippe Riffat discusses its ambitions for gene editing, hybrid wheat and industry partnerships, and how Vylor plans to compete and collaborate across the seed sector.
Alexander Döring on Breeding Better Protein for Feed
Alexander Döring, Secretary General of FEFAC, explains how plant breeding can better meet the nutritional needs of Europe’s animal feed sector. Speaking at the Euroseeds Congress 2026, he highlights protein digestibility, amino acid composition, anti-nutritional factors and crop resilience.
Euroseeds Congress 2026: Different Challenges, One Common Question
At Euroseeds Congress 2026, two very different discussions revealed a shared challenge for Europe’s seed sector. From patent transparency and access to new genomic techniques to policy contradictions affecting oil and fibre crops, the question remains whether Europe is making innovation easier or harder for breeders and farmers.
Quebec Seed Growers Navigate Growth, Regulation and Research Cuts
The Producteurs de semences du Québec is balancing a growing provincial seed sector with efforts to preserve certified seed incentives and defend public agricultural research
Is Keeping Up With Technology Taking Too Much Time From Plant Breeding?
Plant breeding technology is advancing rapidly, but keeping up with AI, genomic data and new tools can strain breeding programs. Gene-G co-founder and CEO Dagan Mor explains how specialized technology partners can help seed companies make better breeding decisions without adding complexity.
Seed World Europe is Live From Euroseeds
Is New Technology Making Plant Breeding Better… or Just More Complicated?
Plant breeding technology is transforming how breeders use genetic data, AI and predictive tools to make decisions. Gene-G’s Dagan Mor explores where these advances are delivering real value, where risks remain and why human judgment is still essential to successful breeding programs.
When Competitors Become Partners: Inside Vylor’s Commercial Shift
Vylor is preparing to redraw its competitive boundaries as it becomes a standalone seed company. Southern Europe Commercial Unit Leader André Negreiros discusses new opportunities for licensing, partnerships, crop expansion and innovation, and why former competitors could become future collaborators.
Malin Nilsson on Sweden’s Seed Sector and Its Strengths
Swedish Seed Trade Association Secretary General Malin Nilsson discusses collaboration, innovation and her priorities for the country’s seed industry. Sweden’s seed sector may be relatively small, but its high use […]
Uruguay and Europe: Strengthening Seed Sector Cooperation and Innovation
The Uruguay seed sector is seeking closer cooperation with European breeders as discussions around New Genomic Techniques, market access and intellectual property evolve. URUPOV Executive Director Diego Risso explains what both regions can learn from each other, particularly about plant breeders’ rights and effective royalty collection.
Breeding for Automation
Vegetable harvesting automation is transforming how breeders develop crops for the future. Rijk Zwaan explains how genetics, artificial intelligence and collaboration with machinery developers are helping create vegetable varieties suited to automated harvesting while maintaining crop quality, productivity and sustainability.
Local Expertise, Growing Alongside You
SeedNet seed varieties offer Western Canadian growers high-performing options for barley, wheat and yellow peas. Backed by decades of experience in seed production, cleaning and quality assurance, SeedNet’s exclusive lineup includes AB Dram, AAC Galore VB, AAC Planet and CDC Citrine.
Concepts for Your Seeds
For more than 40 years, SATEC® has offered you the perfect combination of technique, chemicals and experience to treat your seeds, ensuring their high quality. You get specific and individual […]
Euroseeds Congress 2026: Beyond the Official Programme
At Euroseeds Congress 2026 in Valencia, the conversations between sessions can be just as valuable as the official programme. From InnovAction Stage pitches to video interviews and informal meetings, Seed World Europe explores the people, ideas and relationships that make the Congress special.
Antonio Villarroel on Spain’s Plant Breeding Future
Ahead of Euroseeds 2026 in Valencia, ANOVE Director General Antonio Villarroel discusses how Spain’s plant breeding sector is responding to climate pressures, rising research costs and regulatory challenges, and what its experience means for innovation across Europe.
More Genetics, More Markets: Agri Obtentions Looks Beyond France
Agri Obtentions is looking beyond France for its next stage of growth, opening new European opportunities for seed companies to access its field-crop genetics through local partnerships.