Misinformation has long clouded public understanding of plant breeding, crop protection, and modern seed systems, often causing real-world harm to a sector built on science, innovation, and trust. That is why Seed World Europededicated an entire series to confronting the most persistent myths surrounding seeds, hybrids, GMOs, crop protection, pollinators, plant breeders’ rights, biologicals, organic agriculture and even the very nature of misinformation itself. Through clear explanations, historical context, and evidence-based analysis, these articles aim to separate fact from fiction and give readers the tools to recognise misleading claims before they take root. By challenging false narratives head-on, we hope to strengthen confidence in the work of breeders, researchers, and seed professionals who quietly sustain global food security. As we revisit this collection, we reaffirm our commitment to promoting honest, science-driven conversations in and around the seed sector.
How to Define Fake News, Misinformation and Disinformation, Sept. 2022: https://www.seedworld.com/europe/2022/09/08/how-to-define-fake-news-misinformation-and-disinformation/
Fake News Throughout History, Dec. 2023: https://www.seedworld.com/europe/2023/12/19/fake-news-throughout-history-2/
Crop Protection Myths Debunked, Feb. 2023: https://www.seedworld.com/europe/2023/02/24/crop-protection-myths-debunked/
Seed Sector Myths, Feb. 2023: https://www.seedworld.com/europe/2023/02/14/seed-sector-myths/
Debunking Hybrid Plant Myths, Feb. 2023: https://www.seedworld.com/europe/2023/02/16/debunking-hybrid-plant-myths/
You are Myth Taken: GMOs, Dec. 2023: https://www.seedworld.com/europe/2023/12/20/you-are-myth-taken-gmos-2/
