Advanta Expands Sales Force
Advanta, an international supplier of proprietary agricultural crop genetics and seed, hires of James Puent and Caleb Stewart as sales account managers. Puent will be responsible for sales of the […]
ADM Oilseeds Plant in Ontario to Increase Processing Flexibility
Archer Daniels Midland Company announces it is converting a canola processing line in Windsor, Ontario to a flex line that can also process soybeans._x000D_ _x000D_ “By increasing its crushing flexibility at […]
Evolving the Seed Industry
The seed industry is changing rapidly. Learn how new technologies are revolutionizing the way we produce, store, and distribute seeds. Get the latest insights from experts in the field.
The Golden Apple of the Vegetable Industry
Discover the secrets of the golden apple, the vegetable industry’s most profitable crop. Learn how to maximize your profits and get the most out of your harvest.
Bayer Launches Healthy Hives 2020 Research Initiative
Bayer CropScience, through its North American Bee Care Program, announces Healthy Hives 2020 — an initiative focused on finding tangible solutions that will improve the health of honeybee colonies in […]
GMO Debate, Regulatory Hurdles Discussed at Syngenta Annual Meeting
At today’s annual general meeting of Syngenta AG, board chairman Michel Demaré referenced recent debates and regulatory hurdles that continue to make doing business a challenge for companies such as Syngenta. […]
Extras – Expo Milano 2015
Experience the best of Expo Milano 2015 with exclusive extras! Get the most out of your visit with our guide to the best attractions, events, and activities.
Extras – Seeds of time
Seeds of Time follows the story of scientist Cary Fowler and his mission to save the world’s seeds from extinction. Learn how he’s preserving the future of food.
Engaged and Involved
Engaged and involved: Learn how to get your employees more involved in your business. Tips to increase engagement and productivity.
Seed Trade Responds to Public Concerns
Seed trade industry responds to public concerns with new regulations. Learn how the industry is adapting to consumer demands and protecting the environment.
Success in Seed
Learn how to increase your chances of success in the seed stage of your startup. Tips on how to make the most of your seed funding and how to prepare for the next stage of growth.
Twitter Reaction Swift to Chipotle’s No-GMO Announcement
Controversy has been fast and furious regarding fast food chain Chipotle’s announcement that it is now using only non-GMO ingredients in its food. Chipotle is the first major U.S. restaurant […]
Dow, Arcadia Biosciences and Bioceres Collaborate to Develop Soybean Traits
Dow AgroSciences, Arcadia Biosciences and Bioceres, S.A. have agreed to develop and commercialize innovative soybean traits. According to the companies, the collaboration leverages Dow AgroSciences’ technology, regulatory expertise and commercial seed […]
Smell Might Hold Key to Protecting Crops from Insects
Scientists in the United Kingdom might have uncovered a natural way of avoiding the use of pesticides by recreating a natural insect repellent. Scientists from the School of Chemistry and […]
EU Approves 10 New Biotech Traits for Import
The European Commission has authorized the import of 10 new biotech traits for food and feed use. Valid for 10 years, these biotech traits have gone through a full authorization procedure, including […]
Soybean Stakeholders Monetize Biotech Approval Delays
A three-year postponement in the global approval of biotech-enhanced soybean traits any time in the next 10 years would cost farmers and consumers a total of nearly $19 billion, compared […]
ISTA Support Crucial
ISTAs provide essential support for European businesses. Learn how they help companies succeed in a competitive market.
A Full Count for Vegetables
Learn how to get the most out of your vegetable intake with this guide to counting your daily servings. Get tips on how to make sure you’re getting the right amount of veggies!
Dow Reports First Quarter Results
Dow delivers a 10th consecutive quarter of operating earnings and margin growth with the full impact of an integrated, diversified portfolio on display, according to CEO Andrew Liveris. Highlights from Dow’s […]
Study Finds Bees Prefer Nectar Containing Pesticides
Bees are attracted to nectar containing common pesticides, scientists at Newcastle University and Trinity College Dublin have discovered. This could increase their chances of exposure to high levels of pesticides. […]
Researchers Sequence Two Bumblebee Genomes
Two research articles published in the journal Genome Biology present the first genome sequences and analyses of two key bumblebee species: the European buff-tailed bumblebee, Bombus terrestris, and the North American common eastern […]
Thunder Seed Adds to Service Team
Minnesota’s Thunder Seed hires Krista Kappes as its new customer service representative. She began working part-time for Thunder Seed on March 31 and begins full-time in May after earning a bachelor’s […]
Soy Canada Opposes EU Proposal to Reject Imports of Approved Biotechnology Crops
Soy Canada expressed its disappointment today in the European Commission’s proposal to allow individual member states to prohibit the import and use of food and feed derived from biotechnology that […]
Clean Seed Capital and WS Steel to Manufacture CX-6 Smart Seeders for Large-Scale Commercial Farming
_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Clean Seed Capital Group Ltd. announces that it has finalized its agreement with WS Steel to manufacture its award winning CX-6 SMART Seeder in Steinbach, […]
Plant Growth Influenced by Roots’ Nutrient Transporter Patterns
Research published this week by Verônica Grieneisen of the John Innes Centre and Toru Fujiwara from the University of Tokyo challenges the current understanding of how plants absorb nutrients through […]
DuPont Acquires Taxon Biosciences
DuPont acquires microbiome discovery company Taxon Biosciences, Inc. According to DuPont, this acquisition builds on its in-house capabilities and market access in seed and crop protection to discover and commercialize […]
Poor Diet Might Contribute to Bee Decline
The changing British landscape could be contributing to the decline in bee populations, according to Lancaster University research. Analysis of 35 hives in 20 sites in northwest England found that […]
Novozymes Grows Net Profits in First Quarter
Novozymes reports that sales in the first quarter of 2015 grew by 8 percent organically and by 18 percent in Danish krone (DKK) compared with first quarter 2014. Earnings before […]
Politics vs. Science
Politics and science clash as Europe debates the future of genetically modified crops. Learn how the debate is playing out and what the implications are.
GMO Labeling Act Faces Committee Hurdles
The Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act — recently hailed by the American Seed Trade Association as “a common sense solution” to a potentially conflicting patchwork of state laws and regulations […]
Linnaeus Plant Sciences Joins EU Consortium
Saskatchewan’s Linnaeus Plant Sciences, a major global camelina enterprise, announces the formation of Linnaeus Plant Sciences BV, headquartered in Wageningen, the Netherlands._x000D_ _x000D_ This incorporation will allow Linnaeus to join a group […]
UC-Davis Opens Innovation Center in Chile
The University of California, Davis, opens its new Life Sciences Innovation Center in Chile. With a projected budget of $12 million during the first three years, the center will foster collaborative […]
UC-Davis to Host Class IV of the European Plant Breeding Academy
The University of California, Davis, will host the European Plant Breeding Academy (PBA) Class IV starting in October of 2015 and running through June of 2017. The class will meet […]
New Genetic Test Keeps Killer Bees at Bay
A genetic test that can prevent the spread of “killer” bees has been created by researchers at the University of Sydney in Australia and collaborators at York University in Canada. “Having […]
Arysta LifeScience Adds to Canadian Sales Team
Arysta LifeScience North America recently announced the addition of Kaitlyn Acaster to the Canadian sales team. Acaster will fill the role of territory sales manager for the northwest Saskatchewan region._x000D_ […]
Vermont Adopts GMO Labeling Law
The Vermont Attorney General’s Office has formally adopted the regulations implementing Act 120, the law requiring the labeling of food produced with genetic engineering. The rule takes effect July 1, […]