Dow AgroSciences, Coherent Ag Solutions Partner on New Stewardship Technology for Farmers
Coherent Ag Solutions and Dow AgroSciences partner to give farmers a convenient way to advance stewardship programs for their crop chemicals. Patented application technology from Dow AgroSciences will be incorporated into […]
Breeding Program Goes Against the Grain
Francis Glenn focuses his efforts on breeding corn for silage. As a kid growing up on a dairy farm in eastern Ontario, Francis Glenn knew he wanted to leave a […]
How to Stay Ahead of Industry Trends
In today’s fast-paced environment, it can be hard to keep up with the trends … let alone, stay ahead of them. There’s the traditional rotation of crops, the influx of […]
Alberta Wheat Commission Welcomes New Directors and Regional Representatives
The Alberta Wheat Commission (AWC) announces that following a call for nominations in Region 3 for two Directors and three Regional Representatives, all positions have been filled by acclamation._x000D_ _x000D_ […]
GFO Appeals Court Decision on Seed Treatment Legislation
Action has been initiated by Grain Farmers of Ontario to appeal the court’s decision, announced Oct. 23, on the legal action surrounding the seed treatment regulation brought into law July […]
What do Sports Field Managers Demand from Turfgrass Today?
Low inputs, little maintenance and the ability to withstand wear and tear – that’s what turfgrass managers want today. There is plenty to consider when it comes to natural grass […]
Wheat Sequencing Consortium Creating New Tools for Wheat Breeders
The International Wheat Genome Sequencing Consortium (IWGSC) begins a new project to speed up gene discovery in bread wheat. It will provide plant breeders around the world with essential resources to accelerate their […]
Syngenta Names New Broccoli Breeder
Syngenta adds a new broccoli breeder based in Gilroy, California. Julie Rothe recently joined Syngenta as a plant breeder focused primarily on broccoli and will lead its sweet baby broccoli program, a […]
UN Adopts New Goals to End Poverty and Hunger
At the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Summit, held Sept. 25, the 193-member UN General Assembly adopted the 2030 agenda for sustainable development and global goals. The new framework, called Transforming […]
Giant Views – ESA Annual Meeting 2015 – Green Resources Ltd – Chris Green
Chris Greene speaks from the floor at ESA’s Annual meeting 2015 about Green Resources Ltd.
Deere & Company Acquires Precision Planting LLC
Deere & Company and The Climate Corporation, a subsidiary of Monsanto Company, signed definitive agreements for Deere to acquire the Precision Planting LLC equipment business and to enable exclusive near […]
Calyxt Completes Second Year of Field Trials of its High Oleic Soybean Product
Calyxt Inc., a Minnesota-based company focusing on developing healthier food products to benefit both consumers and farmers, completes the second year of multi-location field trials in Minnesota and South Dakota of […]
DLF Reports Strong Performance in 2015
DLF presents its 2015 financial results and annual report at the Group’s Annual General Meeting on Oct. 27. Consolidated turnover was DKK 3.4bn in 2014/15, which was a slight increase compared […]
AgriThority Adds Account Manager to Expand Operations in Europe
AgriThority LLC, an integrated agricultural science consultancy providing product and field development services, as well as market access services to the crop protection, seed, seed treatment, plant nutrition and precision […]
Calling for a Collective Communications Approach
As science and those who teach it come under attack by special interest groups, experts say it’s more important than ever to have a concerted, collective approach to communication. _x000D_ […]
Western Seed Association: A Time-Tested Tradition
Some things don’t change. Members of the 116-year-old Western Seed Association find value in continuity and consistency. In 1899, a group of seedsmen formed the Western Seed Association to help […]
Texas Tech Opens Bayer Plant Science Building
Texas Tech University opens the Bayer Plant Science Building. Thanks in part to Bayer CropScience, a longtime philanthropic partner in the College of Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources, the Bayer Plant […]
Ceres Partners with Forage Genetics to Commercialize New Alfalfa
California-based Ceres Inc. enters into a multi-year collaboration with Forage Genetics International to develop and commercialize improved alfalfa. Under the collaboration, Forage Genetics International (FGI) and Ceres will work together to evaluate […]
ASTA to Host New Innovations Lounge in Chicago
Join ASTA for the CSS 2015 & Seed Expo and experience the all-new ASTA Innovations Lounge, showcasing the latest products and services for the seed industry. Plan to live broadcast […]
CSGA Exec Brings the Right Stuff
CSGA’s new executive director understands agricultural policy inside out while taking an outside-in approach to government. _x000D_ When it comes to the desired qualities for the Canadian Seed Growers’ Association executive […]
Seed World Visits: Little U.K. Town a Special Place for BASF
Seed World visits Little U.K. Town, a special place for BASF. Learn about the unique partnership between BASF and the small town, and how it is helping to shape the future of agriculture.
Alberta to Host First Soil Health Summit
The Soil Conservation Council of Canada (SCCC) will host the first Summit on Canadian Soil Health Dec. 1 in Calgary, Alta., in conjunction with the GrowCanada 2015 Conference. Participants will […]
Seed World Visits: Discover the Importance of BASF’s Beneficial Nematodes
Seed World recently paid a visit to BASF’s operations in Littlehampton, United Kingdom. It’s the company’s only facility for the manufacture, research and development, sales and distribution of its entire range […]
ASTA: We’re Listening and We’re Measuring
If there’s one message that leaders throughout the seed industry have communicated to me during the first 100 days of my term as chair of the American Seed Trade Association, […]
Giant Views – ESA Annual Meeting 2015 – Gerard Backx
ESA’s Annual Meeting 2015: Gerard Backx shares his insights on the future of space exploration. Learn about the latest developments in the space industry.
From the Floor – ESA Annual Meeting 2015 – Syngenta – Geoff Coates
Syngenta’s Geoff Coates speaks at the ESA Annual Meeting 2015, discussing the importance of innovation in the agricultural industry. Learn more about his insights here.
From the Floor – ESA Annual Meeting 2015 – Cimbria – Franz Harold
ESA Annual Meeting 2015: Cimbria Franz Harold shares insights on the European seed industry. Learn more about the latest trends and developments.
From the Floor – ESA Annual Meeting 2015 – Oliver Manufacturing – Jon Moreland
ESA Annual Meeting 2015: Jon Moreland of Oliver Manufacturing discusses the latest trends in grain handling and storage.
From the Floor – ESA Annual Meeting 2015 – Petkus – Mark Scholze
ESA Annual Meeting 2015: Mark Scholze of Petkus shares his insights on the European seed industry. Learn more about the event here.
Giant Views – ESA Annual Meeting 2015 – BIPO – Chris Greene
ESA Annual Meeting 2015: BIPO Chris Greene shares insights on the European space industry. Learn about the latest developments and opportunities.
Giant Views – ESA Annual Meeting 2015 – David Zaruk – The Risk Monger
ESA’s Annual Meeting 2015: David Zaruk, The Risk Monger, shares his giant views on risk management and regulation. Learn more here.
From the Floor – ESA Annual Meeting 2015 – BASF – Matthias Bauer
ESA Annual Meeting 2015: Matthias Bauer of BASF discusses the importance of sustainability and innovation in the European agrochemical industry.
Giant Views – ESA Annual Meeting 2015 – Garlich Von Essen
ESA Annual Meeting 2015: Highlights from the event, including keynote speaker Garlich von Essen’s inspiring talk on the future of space exploration.
Giant Views – ESA Annual Meeting 2015 – Gerard Mulqueen
ESA Annual Meeting 2015: Gerard Mulqueen shares his insights on the future of the European Space Agency. Learn more about the event and its impact.
Giant Views – ESA Annual Meeting 2015 – Ibrahim El Menschawi
ESA Annual Meeting 2015: Ibrahim El Menschawi shares his giant views on the European Space Agency. Learn more about his inspiring story.
Giant Views – ESA Annual Meeting 2015 – Nigel Moore
ESA Annual Meeting 2015: Nigel Moore shares his insights on the future of space exploration. Learn more about the event and its implications.