b'The main reasons for Canadas low emissions are less nitrousnew income opportunities. This breakthrough was accelerated by oxide and carbon stored in the soil. This is thanks to decades ofICRISATs pioneering pigeon pea speed-breeding protocol devel-conservation tillage and careful farming practices that help soilsoped in 2024, which cut breeding time from 15 to 5 years by ena-act as carbon sinks rather than sources. In other countries, soilsbling up to four generations annually in controlled environments.often lose carbon because of heavier farming methods as well as lessIndia faces a pigeon pea deficit, producing 3.5 million tons favourable soil and climate conditions. against a 5-million-ton demand, resulting in costly imports. The The study evaluated full life-cycle greenhouse gas emissions ofheat-tolerant, early-maturing ICPV 25444 cultivar can boost Canadian crops, including fertilizers, field activities, nitrous oxide,production by expanding into new areas, including rice fallows and soil carbon changes. It calculated transport break-even dis- and irrigated summer lands, potentially adding 23 million tances and challenges the focus on food miles, highlighting thathectares and increasing farmer profits by up to USD 234 per emission reductions depend on more than distance and showinghectare. Developed by ICRISAT, ICPV 25444 supports global how Canadian crops can aid global climate goals. climate-resilient crop efforts with partnerships across Asia, This gives Canada a competitive edge for Canadian agricul- Africa, Australia, and the Americas. Field trials in Karnataka ture in global markets that are increasingly sensitive to sustainabil- show strong farmer interest, healthy growth, and promising yields ity, says Dr. Pelletier. under summer conditions.STATUS INDIA STATUS URUGUAYScientists at the International Crops Research Institute for theUruguay has strengthened its agricultural partnership with China Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) have developed ICPV 25444, afollowing a successful official mission led by Minister Alfredo Fratti. pioneering pigeon pea variety that tolerates high summer tem- Key achievements include securing market access for high-protein peratures up to 45C and matures in just 125 days. Successfullysoybean and rapeseed flour exports to China, signing new scientific tested in Karnataka, Odisha, and Telangana, this cultivar yieldsand agricultural cooperation agreements, and deepening collabora-around 2 tons per hectare and can be grown beyond the traditionaltion on food security and sustainable resource management.rainy (kharif) season, enabling summer cultivation in Indias hotterThe two countries advanced bovine genetics cooperation by regions. establishing a joint sustainable cattle breeding laboratory and gift-Previously limited by sensitivity to light and temperature,ing elite breeding bulls to China. A memorandum was signed to pigeon pea cultivation can now expand year-round with ICPVcreate a bilateral demonstration farm in Uruguay showcasing shared 25444, offering farmers greater flexibility, improved yields, andagricultural technologies. AmulixNaturally powerful seed coatings.Future-proof your seed treatmentswith our next-generation biodegradable binders and film coatingsdesigned for high performance, compliance with EU microplastics restriction, and seamless compatibility with biologicals. Achieve minimal environmental impact and maximum crop yield.Welcome to Amulix Are you ready to make the shift?SEPTEMBER 2025|SEEDWORLD.COM/EUROPEISEED WORLD EUROPE I 45'