b'INTERNATIONAL NEWSGLOBAL SEED WATCHCANADA DEVELOPING NEW CANOLA PROCESSING APPROACH, A NEW POTATO CULTIVAR IN BRAZIL AND MEXICO ADVANCES SUSTAINABLE COFFEE PROCUREMENT.STATUS CANADA STATUS BRAZILUniversity of Saskatchewan researchers are developing a new canolaEmbrapa has introduced a new potato cultivar designed to meet processing approach that could significantly increase the valuethe needs of both growers and processors, combining high produc-extracted from Canadas top crop by separating the seeds hull fromtivity with strong performance for frying applications. Developed its kernel before crushing. The work uses advanced synchrotronover more than a decade through Embrapas Potato Genetic X-ray imaging at the Canadian Light Source to validate a treatmentImprovement Program, BRS F21 has been positioned for indus-sequence involving heating, cooling, and controlled moisture thattrial processing due to its high dry-matter content and low sugar creates a microscopic gap between the hull and kernel. levelstraits associated with crispier chips and a lighter, more Today, most industrial processing crushes whole canola seeds,uniform fry color.extracting oil and leaving behind canola meala blend of hull andBeyond frying quality, the cultivar offers features that support protein that is typically sold as low-value cattle feed or discarded.processing efficiency, including firm texture, light-yellow flesh, oval By enabling cleaner separation prior to crushing, the method openstuber shape, and a low incidence of physiological defects such as multiple higher-value product streams: protein-rich kernel materialinternal discoloration and cracking, which can reduce losses and that could be directed into plant-based foods and premium feedimprove industrial yield. BRS F21 has performed well in early part-markets, and omega-7-rich oil sourced from hulls, a componentnership trials for chips and shoestring-style products and has now traditionally treated as waste. moved into larger-scale evaluations to confirm acceptance among The team says the technique is designed to be practical forgrowers supplying the processing market.industry because it relies on equipment commonly used in existingAgronomically, BRS F21 is expected to compete strongly on canola facilities. While further work is required to scale the processyield, adaptability, and performance stability across Brazils major for commercial deployment, the researchers believe the approachproduction regions, including the Tringulo Mineiro. Its slightly could strengthen value-added opportunities for Saskatchewan andlonger crop cycle supports greater starch accumulation, aligning Canadas broader agri-food economy. tuber composition with industry requirements, and Embrapa notes 38ISEED WORLD EUROPEISEEDWORLD.COM/EUROPE | FEBRUARY 2026'