b'during the third and final session on Feb. 23. But plant breeding innovation comes in many dif-We have a mandate to bring research to market, andferent forms, noted Martin Entz, a plant scientist at the thats a huge challenge. Our breeders are great at devel- University of Manitoba. A modern regulatory system oping varieties, but the market is not necessarily so greatneeds to consider that the concept of innovation encom-at adopting them. An efficient regulatory system is goingpasses many different areas and doesnt just take place in to be absolutely key, said Karen Churchill, president anda lab.CEO at Ag-West Bio.The definition of innovation needs to be broadened. Right now, approximately 20% of the land farmed onSo much of the emphasis right now is on genes and get-the Prairies is either not profitable or not environmentallyting the right genes into the plant, but their expression is sustainable, she pointed out. As input costs go up, thenot always guaranteed, he said, referring to organic farm-way farming is done is going to change, and the regula- ing specifically.tory system must meet that challenge.The innovation we talk a lot aboutwhere we are For example, farmers could be growing multiple vari- tweaking the genome in a lab settingis of great value, eties in different areas of a field. That means our varietybut its not the complete story of innovation. development system needs to be able to produce tailored varieties and our regulatory system could need to adapt to field inspections of multiple varieties or crops in oneFor full-length coverage of Seed Summit 2022 visit our website at area. germination.ca/category/seed-summit-2022ai164520048540_CFARMS_21-282_western-ad_E_Canola_Germination.pdf 1 2022-02-18 11:08 AMScan tolearn more!LETS MAKEIT TOIn 2022, recycle every jugCleanfarms recycling programs help Canadian farmers take care of their land for present and future generations. By taking empty containers (jugs, drums and totes) to nearby collection sites, farmers proudly contribute to a sustainable community and environment. When recycling jugs, every one counts. Ask your ag retailer for an ag collection bag, ll it with rinsed, empty jugs and Find a collection location info@cleanfarms.ca return to a collection site.near you at cleanfarms.ca @cleanfarms And, go to cleanfarms.ca to nd out about managing empty seed, pesticide and inoculant bags in your province.Watch for details about new 2022 recycling collection sites for jugs in Alberta and Manitoba. Check with cleanfarms.ca and your local retailer.MARCH 2022 GERMINATION.CA 13'