b'FROM OUR DESKWelcoming the World to TrkiyeMERHABA,and welcome to the 2025 ISF World Third Place: Biolumic of New Zealand, harnessing Seed Congress in Istanbul, Trkiyewhere continentsUV light signals to naturally improve crop perfor-converge and innovation thrives. mance.This country stands at a unique crossroads, notAdditionally, weve curated some of the most rele-only geographically, but also agriculturally. Trkiyesvant and forward-looking stories from Seed World U.S., seed sector has become a vital player on the globalCanada and Europe for this special issuereflecting stage. With more than 1 million tons of certified seedthe truly global nature of our company and the seed production annually and exports to more than 100industry, and the diverse challenges and opportunities countries, Trkiye significantly contributes to agricul- we face across regions.BY AIMEE NIELSON tural resilience and economic growth both regionallyIf youre at the World Seed Congress in person, Editor, Seed World U.S. and internationally. Were thrilled to be part of thisdont miss your chance to visit us at the ISF Interviewdynamic global gathering. Corner, where well be talking with leaders from around One of the highlights for me in this issue isthe world about the trends and technologies shap-announcing the winners of the Seed World Globaling our industry. And make your voice heard on our Innovation Showdown. Last fall, we invited you toBillboard to the Worlda place to share what drives nominate innovations that are shaping the future of theyour passion for seeds and sustainability.seed sector. Were pleased to feature the winners inAlso, keep an eye out for Madeleine Baerg, our this issue, including: executive vice president of operations. She will be onFirst Place: Solynta (Netherlands) for its game- the ground and would love to connect.changing True Potato Seeds, which offer diseaseHeres to an inspiring week of connections, ideas resistance, transportability and farmer-friendlyand shared purpose. benefits that are reshaping one of the worlds most important staple crops. As always, its a joy to partner with you, Second Place: Denmarks HealthyCrop, whoseAimee RNA-based technology is unlocking sustainable disease management.6/ SEEDWORLD.COMINTERNATIONAL EDITION 2025'