As Editorial Director of Seed World Europe, Marcel Bruins brings decades of scientific, regulatory, and seed sector experience to every column he writes. With a background in plant breeding, plant pathology, and global seed policy, and leadership roles spanning breeding companies, international associations, and advisory bodies, Marcel offers readers a uniquely holistic view of the seed sector. His articles cut through complexity to highlight the opportunities, challenges, and emerging debates shaping plant breeding, innovation, and global seed systems. Whether tackling misinformation, regulatory bottlenecks, or the future of international cooperation, his pieces aim to inform, provoke thought, and champion the importance of seeds in feeding the world. As we look back, here are his latest contributions that continue to guide and enrich discussions across the seed sector.
When Red Tape Chokes Green Progress., Sept. 2025: https://www.seedworld.com/europe/2025/09/29/when-red-tape-chokes-green-progress/
Stop Penalizing Breeders for Their Own Success, Sept. 2025: https://www.seedworld.com/europe/2025/09/25/stop-penalizing-breeders-for-their-own-success/
Plant Breeders: The Unsung Heroes in the Battle Against Misinformation, July 2025: https://www.seedworld.com/europe/2025/07/16/plant-breeders-the-unsung-heroes-in-the-battle-against-misinformation/
Thirty Years of the TRIPS Agreement, June 2025: https://www.seedworld.com/europe/2025/06/16/thirty-years-of-the-trips-agreement/
From Multilateralism to Plurilateralism: What’s at Stake for the Global Seed Sector?, June 2025: https://www.seedworld.com/europe/2025/06/10/from-multilateralism-to-plurilateralism-whats-at-stake-for-the-global-seed-sector/
Beware Misinformation at School: Who’s Speaking to Our Kids?, April 2025: https://www.seedworld.com/europe/2025/04/17/beware-misinformation-at-school-whos-speaking-to-our-kids/
Towards a World Without Hunger. Feb. 2025: https://www.seedworld.com/europe/2025/02/12/towards-a-world-without-hunger/
