New Canola expected for 2017
SU Canola trait has been approved for commercialization. _x000D_ Cibus, a precision gene-editing firm based in California, has received approval from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency of its first non-genetically modified, […]
GlobalGAP to Ensure Produce Traceability and IP Compliance
A new version of GlobalGAP, the world’s leading farm assurance program, came into effect on July 1 with two new crop-based control points that ensure produce traceability and compliance with Intellectual […]
Feeding the World by Rewiring the “Mouths” of Plants
Plants have tiny pores on their leaves called stomata — Greek for mouths — through which they take in carbon dioxide from the air and from which water evaporates. New […]
Seed Analysts Prepare For Changes to the Weed Seeds Order
To more accurately reflect the potential threat of weed species in Canada, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), with feedback from the Canadian seed industry, has prepared the new Weed […]
Better Bread, Better Wheat
A team of breeders and geneticists at Kansas State University and the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center, or CIMMYT, has come up with a new approach to determine if […]
ESA Appoints New Technical Manager
ESA appoints new Technical Manager to lead European space exploration projects. Experienced engineer to drive innovation and collaboration.
GlobalGAP to Ensure Produce Traceability and IP Compliance
GlobalGAP helps farmers ensure traceability and IP compliance of their produce. Learn how it helps farmers meet global standards and protect their crops.
HM.CLAUSE Receives Innovative Community Partner Award
The University of California, Davis, Office of Research recognizes HM.CLAUSE with the 2016 Innovative Community Partner award, which is given annually to a leader in the community that has contributed […]
GM Labeling Vote Set for July 6
A vote to limit the debate on the Senate agriculture compromise on the labeling of foods containing genetically modified ingredients is expected Wednesday, July 6, followed by a vote on […]
Chromatin Acquires Kirkland Seed
Late last week, Chromatin acquired Kirkland Seed Inc., a forage sorghum seed supplier based in Vega, Texas. “Our business is based on quality seed production, combined with outstanding customer service […]
ISTA Announces New Executive Committee
The International Seed Testing Association elected its new Executive Committee, comprised of 11 individuals, for a three-year term. The committee includes the president, vice president and immediate past president along […]
Dow Launches PowerCore Trait Technology
Today, Dow AgroSciences launched its PowerCore trait technology that protects corn plants from above-ground insects. Initially the trait will be offered in hybrids from five seed brands: Mycogen Seeds, Brodbeck […]
ISTA Elects 2016-2019 Executive Committee
The International Seed Testing Association announces its latest executive committee is elected for three years. It is made up of:_x000D_ _x000D_ ISTA President Craig McGill (New Zealand) _x000D_ ISTA Vice-President Steve […]
SeCan to Mark 40 Years at CSGA Meeting
SeCan will celebrate its 40th anniversary as part of the Canadian seed industry next week at the Canadian Seed Growers’ Association annual meeting in Clear Lake, Man._x000D_ _x000D_ SeCan was formed […]
Syngenta Launches Clubroot-Resistant Canola Hybrid SY4187
_x000D_ _x000D_ Syngenta Canada adds SY4187 to its expanding canola seed portfolio._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ SY4187 is a new Genuity Roundup Ready hybrid canola variety that brings market-leading genetics to growers in […]
Waiting for the Ripple Effect
As a number of multinational companies have initiated mergers and acquisitions, the rest of the industry watches and waits for the ripple effect. _x000D_ First, it was Monsanto that pursued Syngenta […]
Monsanto Reports Third Quarter Financial Results
Today, June 29, Monsanto highlighted progress against several milestones related to the company’s long-term growth drivers despite the macro challenges facing global agriculture as it announced its financial results for […]
2016 World Food Prize Honors Pioneers of Crop Biofortification
Yesterday during a ceremony at the U.S. State Department, Maria Andrade, Robert Mwanga, Jan Low and Howarth Bouis were named the 2016 World Food Prize Laureates. Thanks to the combined […]
Exploring the Perils and the Promise of BioArt
As a graphic designer for Seed World, I first heard of CRISPR technology a few years ago while laying out a story for one of the magazines. Having connections to […]
Harris Seeds Promotes Vice President, Names Ornamentals Product Manager
Harris Seeds promotes Vicky Rupley to executive vice president, effective July 1. Rupley is a vice president with the company and has been an officer on Harris Seeds’ board of […]
Monsanto and TargetGene Collaborate on Gene-Editing Technology
Monsanto Company and TargetGene Biotechnologies LTD, a pioneer in genome-editing technologies, have announced a license agreement to advance the application of the company’s proprietary techniques in global agriculture. TargetGene is […]
Lots Happening at SolGenomics 2016
The SolGenomics 2016 conference has made a few new announcements leading up to the event taking place in Davis, California from Sept. 12-16. This international conference brings together over 300 scientists […]
Hard to See How Brexit will Benefit Agriculture
Shell-shocked. That’s probably the right word describing Europe these days. A small majority (52 per cent over 48 per cent) of the United Kingdom has voted to leave the European […]
Four Newly-Identified Genes Could Improve Rice
A Japanese research team has applied a method used in human genetic analysis to rice and rapidly discovered four new genes that are potentially significant for agriculture. These findings could […]
DuPont and Monsanto Reach Technology Licensing Agreement
DuPont and Monsanto Company announced today a new licensing agreement for one of Monsanto’s next-generation soybean technologies that will provide an additional choice for Brazilian farmers. Under the terms of […]
ASTA Gives Thumbs-Up to GMO Labeling Agreement
The American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) applauds Senate Agriculture Chairman Pat Roberts and Ranking Member Debbie Stabenow for reaching what it calls a common sense food-labeling agreement. The legislation, which will require 60 […]
Hard to See How Brexit will Benefit Agriculture
Brexit could have a negative impact on UK agriculture. This article examines the potential consequences of leaving the EU and how farmers may be affected.
General Mills, South Dakota State University Open Oats Research Lab
General Mills and South Dakota State University today announced the opening of a state-of-the-art oat variety development lab on the Brookings campus. The oats research laboratory will focus on advancing […]
Why the Brexit Vote Result has UK Scientists Terrified
Brexit — the United Kingdom’s vote to leave the European Union — is raising urgent questions for the future of the UK. Among the many communities gobsmacked by Thursday night’s voting […]
Bayer Seeking Nominations for Pollinator Award
Bayer Crop Science Division today announced it is seeking nominations for its fourth annual Bee Care Community Leadership Award. The 2016 program recognizes a partnership between a beekeeper and a grower […]
Iowa’s Herschel to Take Over Flo-Rite Seed Firmer Distribution
Beck’s announced today a new agreement with Herschel, a manufacturing and distribution company out of Indianola, Iowa. Herschel will take over all sales, service and distribution of Flo-Rite seed firmers. […]
From Corgis to Corn
Explore the long history of GMO technology. To date, scientists have engineered bacteria that produce medication-grade drugs, crops with built-in pesticides and beagles that glow in the dark. While these […]
ASTA Elects New Leadership to Guide the Future of the Seed Industry
More than 470 seed industry professionals from across the nation gathered in Portland, Oregon June 18-22 for a joint Annual Convention of the American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) and the […]
U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee Moves Forward on International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources
Following last month’s successful hearing, the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee has scheduled a long-awaited vote tomorrow on the International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture. The American Seed Trade […]
Science Detectives “Stake Out” Hives for Honeybee Killer
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) scientists are hot on the trail of a honeybee killer, and their detective work has taken them from hives in Tucson, Arizona, to those in Bismarck, […]
Tanzania Says it’s Ready for Biotech Crops
The permanent secretary of Tanzania’s Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, Florens Turuka, has confirmed the country’s readiness to transact business on GM crops. Speaking at the launch of the ISAAA Global Report […]