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Category: Global

New Support for Women in Wheat Research

Funding package will underwrite training, mentoring and diversity initiatives. A new initiative aimed at improving female representation in wheat research has secured funding from the UKRI Biotechnology and Biological Sciences […]

Seed Diversity in the Consolidation Age

Every global industry, from automotive and beauty products to candy and seed, generally follows the same arc. There are the early pioneers, later joined in the market by larger and smaller companies. Some make it, some don’t. Along the way but mostly after many years, larger firms buy up competitors in what can be called the consolidation stage of a given sector, a stage that usually comes with a wide range of implications. The global seed industry has now reached this stage – with the preservation of genetic diversity hanging in the balance.

Live @ #IPSA2025: Recapping Wednesday!

Day 2 of the Independent Professional Seed Association’s (IPSA) 36th annual conference proved a high energy day, thanks to an intensive lineup of learning sessions, two very well received keynotes, and lively activity in the exhibitors hall. The big words of the day here in Palm Springs: innovation and connection.

IPSA 2025 Photo Diary

From smooth registration, invaluable in-person networking to top-notch speakers and lavish receptions, we are covering all of the details of the Independent Professional Seed Association’s (IPSA) annual meeting. Send in your photos, or tag Seed World United States on social media, we might post them here!

Breaking Down Barriers with the EPA: Why Open Dialogue Matters for the Seed Industry

For those of you that know me well, (and those of you who have just seen me in action) you know I can get ‘riled up’ over things.

Over the last four years, one of those things that has really gotten me going has been the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). You should keep in mind, I started my career as a crop protection sales rep with then Ciba-Geigy, a legacy company of Syngenta, so the EPA has always been part of my life.

After the Patents Expire

Off-patent genetics offer opportunities for independent seed companies. The seed industry stands on the cusp of a transformative shift as key corn trait patents near expiration, creating ripples that are […]

Live @ ISPA: Tuesday Jan. 7

And we’re rolling! The Independent Professional Seed Association (IPSA) has officially kicked off its 36th Annual Conference in sunny Palm Springs, California as of noon Tuesday, following a successful Greenleaf Winterfest that preceded it. This year’s event exceeded attendance expectations with an impressive 472 registrations including sponsors, tradeshow exhibitors, regular seed company members, and numerous service providers supporting the seed sector.

Bring It On!

Scott Sanders, the newly elected president of the Independent Professional Seed Association (IPSA), approaches his leadership role with a mix of optimism and pragmatism.

“Generally, my outlook for independent seed companies is positive,” he begins, making it clear that he is no stranger to the obstacles ahead. “That is not to say we don’t have some serious challenges facing us; competition, consolidation (both on and off the farm), a landscape that is changing at an increasing rate, and navigating the advancements in seed technology.”

ASTA Secures $1M RAPP Grant to Boost U.S. Seed Exports

Funding will expand agricultural markets in key global regions. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Regional Agricultural Promotion Project (RAPP) recently awareded the American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) $1 million in […]

A Little of This Goes a Long Way

Seed World Europe wishes you happy holidays. And while you’re having a great time with your families and friends over the holidays, there may be moments, you’d like to take a […]

New Technology Dramatically Improves Long-Range Weather Prediction

Despite advanced technology and the best efforts of leading global organizations like the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), long range weather prediction — anything that aims to predict beyond days or, at best, weeks — is often viewed as unreliable… and for good reason.

We Can’t Do it Without Patents

Seed World Europe wishes you happy holidays. And while you’re having a great time with your families and friends over the holidays, there may be moments, you’d like to take a […]

No-Till, No Limits

For decades, farmers across the country have discussed, dabbled and dedicated whole fields to no-till or reduced tillage practices and they have faced many challenges along the way. Seed companies have played a pivotal role in overcoming many of these challenges by breeding for rapid emergence, disease resistance, herbicide tolerance and the ability to adapt to cool soils. Additionally, developing crops for different growing regions where they previously would not be productive has given farmers a large portfolio of seeds to choose from that will thrive in no-till situations and allow for solid crop rotations

Farm Bill “Fun”

The Farm Bill has always been one of those complex, high-stakes pieces of legislation that shapes the foundation of U.S. agriculture. But the latest updates are sparking more discussion than […]

Nadorcott Reconsidered: The Fate of the Cascade for the Breeder of New Varieties

In December of 2019, the European Court of Justice made a controversial ruling that exposed loopholes in the provisional protection and the protection of harvested material under the UPOV Plant Variety Protection (PVR) System. That ruling, called the Nadorcott case because it dealt with the Nadorcott variety of mandarin oranges, has had an adverse impact on the general interpretation of the protection of harvested material of protected fruit and flower varieties in the European Union and, more broadly, in all UPOV Member States

Welcome to 2025!

s we step into 2025, it’s impossible to ignore the significant shifts occurring in the U.S. government. With new leadership in the White House, changes in the House and Senate and key appointments at the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the agriculture landscape is rapidly evolving. For those of us in the seed industry, these transitions bring both challenges and exciting opportunities. Let’s try to put aside our political differences and work together for the seed industry’s future.

Top 15 Management Mavericks of North America

A Management Maverick tends to break away from conventional expectations, showing creativity and originality. This trait can be especially valuable in a seed industry that requires innovation and fresh perspectives. Mavericks are usually unafraid to forge new paths or to challenge the status quo, making them pivotal in driving change and progress in their environments.

Why Does Europe Struggle to Get a New Seed Law That Still Works for Breeders and Farmers?

The current legislation has been the successful enabler of a thriving seed sector and guardian of farmers’’ access to the best possible seed across species, markets and final uses. The European Parliament’s approach puts much of this success story at unnecessary risk by eliminating the necessary tools to balance appropriate differentiation of specific requirements with principal rules and assurances for all.

We Are Not Gauchos

Seed World LATAM wishes you a happy holiday season. As you celebrate this special time with your loved ones, we invite you to take a moment to relax and enjoy some […]

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