Chickpea Seeds Launched in Rocket through Partnership with Space Farming Brazil Network
On June 14, chickpea seeds from the BRS Aleppo cultivar were launched into space aboard a rocket during the International Rocket Engineering Competition (IREC) in Midland, Texas, USA. This mission is part of a collaborative space agriculture initiative between the Space Farming Brazil Network and UFABC Rocket Design, a student team from the Federal University of ABC (UFABC), aiming to explore crop growth and resilience in extraterrestrial environments.
CSGA Earns Data Privacy Certification in Landmark First
For an association aspiring to take on an expanded role in Canada’s seed certification landscape, the timing couldn’t be better.
A Wikipedia for Seeds? How ISMA is Crowdsourcing Global Expertise
The International Seed Morphology Association is developing cutting-edge digital tools to modernize seed identification.
Hutton Scientists Decode Potato Genetics to Accelerate Breeding of Climate-Resilient Crops
The James Hutton Institute is a global leader in potato research and breeding, pioneering the development of new potato varieties with improved agronomic traits and greater resilience to challenges such as diseases, drought, and extreme temperatures. Their cutting-edge work supports more sustainable and productive potato cultivation worldwide.
Semillas de Garbanzo Lanzadas en Cohete Gracias a la Colaboración con la Red de Agricultura Espacial Brasileña
Semillas de garbanzo BRS Aleppo fueron lanzadas al espacio en Texas como parte de un proyecto de colaboración académica y espacial.
Fungal Resistance in Wheat: Preserving Biodiversity for Food Security
Yellow rust poses a serious threat to wheat production, but researchers at the University of Zurich have discovered traditional Asian wheat varieties with multiple resistance genes. These could offer long-term protection for commercial wheat, underscoring the value of genetic diversity in ensuring global food security.
Why Facts Must Prevail Over Political Convenience
Seed World Europe Editorial Director Marcel Bruins just finished reading De plantenjager uit Leningrad (The Plant Hunter from Leningrad) by Louise O. Fresco, and it left me unsettled — in the best possible way. It’s rare for a book about seeds to make you rethink the world we live in, but this one did.
Thirty Years of the TRIPS Agreement
In 2025, the TRIPS Agreement turns 30 — a key moment for the seed sector. Over the past three decades, it has shaped how new plant varieties are developed, protected, and traded. Article 27.3(b), in particular, continues to influence global rules on plant variety protection and agricultural innovation.
Seeds Canada Members Set Out to Build a Sustainability Guide. What Happened Surprised Them
It’s a long document — not because they didn’t try to keep it short, but because sustainability is a big story.
Ceradis Names New Supply Chain and Product Development Leader for the Americas
Ceradis B.V. recently named Thiago Gianeti as supply chain and product development leader for the Americas.
Gianeti brings more than 15 years of experience across agribusiness supply chains, research and development, regulatory affairs and technical innovation. He will support Ceradis’ growth in the Americas and help advance the company’s product development and supply chain strategy.
Council Grants EU Equivalence to Some Seed Imports from Ukraine, Moldova
The Council has approved a decision confirming that seed production and field inspection systems in Ukraine and the Republic of Moldova meet EU standards for specific crops.
Under this decision, Ukraine is granted equivalence for beet, sunflower, swede rape, and soya bean seed, while Moldova receives equivalence for certified fodder plant seed. As a result, seeds from these crops, produced and certified under national systems, can now be marketed within the EU.
Temporadas Más Cálidas y Secas Están Socavando el Rendimiento Global de los Cultivos, Según un Estudio
Estudio de Stanford muestra que el aumento de temperaturas y la sequía amenazan la producción mundial de trigo, cebada y maíz.
Recycling Signalling Molecules Helps Plants Withstand Environmental Stress
Researchers have discovered a new molecular recycling process that helps plants endure prolonged stress. The study, published in PNAS, shows how trafficking proteins gather at tiny “contact sites” between the cell’s plasma membrane and endoplasmic reticulum.
DLF Launches New Corporate Strategy and Purpose
DLF launches a new corporate purpose and group strategy, highlighting customer focus, operational optimization, and employee and organizational development.
New Tech Redraws the Line Between Barley and Oats
Colour sorters help oat processors achieve high purity, but separating oats from similar barley kernels remains challenging, especially for gluten-free standards.
Partnership Strengthens LSU Rice Breeding and Research Capacity
Loveland Products and Dyna-Gro Seed partner with LSU AgCenter in a five-year collaboration to advance rice research, breeding, and resilient germplasm development.
Euroseeds Congress 2025: Innovation Stage Buzz & Why Edinburgh Is THE Place to Be!
Discover what’s driving excitement in the seed industry at the 2025 Euroseeds Congress in Edinburgh. Join Marcel Bruins and Erika Maugeri as they explore key innovations like drone crop monitoring and AI sorting systems, highlighting how this event connects startups, investors, and policymakers. Perfect for anyone passionate about agriculture, agri-tech, and the future of food production.
Max Planck Institute Secures Major Funding for Pioneering Genome Optimization Project
MPI-MP secures £9.1M from the UK’s ARIA to fund SyncSol, a project focused on optimizing plant genomes for enhanced CO₂ capture and pharmaceutical compound production.
MCVET Partners with Seed World Group to Evolve Seed Manitoba Magazine and Digital Access to Variety Trial Data
MCVET partners with Seed World Group to publish Seed Manitoba magazine starting in 2026, delivering trusted variety trial data to farmers and industry stakeholders.
Miller: Public Breeding is a National Treasure That’s Being Neglected
The next great variety won’t appear by accident. It will take a shared commitment to keeping public breeding strong, says CSGA’s executive director.
Hutton Researchers Tackle Impact of UK Drought on Agriculture
The Max Planck Institute for Molecular Plant Physiology (MPI-MP) secured £9.1 million (€11 million) from the UK’s Advanced Research and Invention Agency (ARIA) to fund SyncSol, an innovative project focused on optimizing plant genomes. This research aims to develop crops that can capture more CO₂ or produce valuable pharmaceutical compounds.
Walking the Halls Where Ag Policy Happens
Seed World U.S. editor Aimee Nelson spent the day in Washington D.C., visiting Senate and House offices to see firsthand how ASTA supports the seed industry year-round.
One Woman. One Mission. And a Movement That’s Rewriting Africa’s Future
They called them “orphan crops” — ignored, underfunded, forgotten. Now Rita Mumm is turning them into weapons in a war against hunger.
From Activation to Advocacy: ASTA Ushers in New Leadership with Eyes on the Future
At ASTA’s 2025 Leadership Summit, outgoing chair Dan Foor and incoming chair Dave Treinen emphasize engagement, mentorship, and unity in the seed industry.
Scientists Work to Make Faba Beans Taste Better
A Finnish study with 264 participants found that bitterness and a dry, astringent mouthfeel are the main reasons people dislike faba beans. These traits were strongest in protein-rich faba bean products and persisted even after processing, affecting the taste of finished foods.
¿Podría Cultivarse Café en Uruguay? El Cambio Climático Sugiere un Futuro Sorprendente
El cultivo de café en Uruguay puede parecer improbable hoy, pero el cambio climático podría convertirlo pronto en realidad. Un estudio reciente publicado en PLOS ONE sugiere que para 2050, […]
Could Coffee Grow in Uruguay? Climate Change Suggests a Surprising Future
Climate change may make coffee cultivation possible in Uruguay by 2050. A recent PLOS ONE study predicts that southern South America, including Uruguay, could become suitable for coffee, cashew, and avocado farming as growing conditions shift.
Investigadores Brasileños Descubren Hongos que Eliminan el Moho Blanco en Cultivos Clave
Científicos brasileños descubren Trichoderma que eliminan esclerocios de Sclerotinia sclerotiorum, ofreciendo alternativas biológicas al control del moho blanco.
Brazilian Researchers Discover Fungi That Eliminate White Mold in Key Crops
Brazilian scientists have discovered Trichoderma fungi that can fully destroy sclerotia of Sclerotinia sclerotiorum, the fungus causing white mold in crops like soybeans, beans, and cotton. This breakthrough offers a promising, eco-friendly alternative to chemical fungicides for controlling this damaging disease.
From Multilateralism to Plurilateralism: What’s at Stake for the Global Seed Sector?
The global trade and regulatory landscape is shifting from broad multilateralism to plurilateral agreements among select countries. This trend is especially clear in the seed sector, where harmonized rules are vital to promote trade, innovation, and biodiversity conservation.
A Farm Kid Navigates Federal Policy at the EPA
Turner Bridgforth, EPA’s senior advisor for Agricultural Rural Affairs, brings his farming background to Washington D.C., aiming to build trust with farmers and address regulatory backlogs.
Tariffs, Trust and Trilateral Ties
At ASTA’s 2025 Leadership Summit, North American seed trade was highlighted as critical for food security, with discussions on tariffs, regulation, and innovation under USMCA pressures.
From “Zero to Hero”
From Nepal to the World: How the UC Davis Plant Breeding Academy changed everything for its 2024-2025 Outstanding Student When Sujit Tha walked into his first session at the UC […]
New Resistance Pathway to Azoles Found in Phoma Stem Canker Fungus
Phoma stem canker, a major threat to global oilseed rape yields, is becoming harder to control due to genetic changes in fungal populations that reduce fungicide effectiveness. This raises urgent concerns about the sustainability of current disease management in European agriculture.
Del Multilateralismo al Plurilateralismo: ¿Qué Está en Juego Para el Sector Mundial de las Semillas?
El sector de semillas observa un cambio del multilateralismo al plurilateralismo, promoviendo acuerdos entre países afines para mejorar la armonización regulatoria, el comercio, la innovación y la conservación de la biodiversidad.
Uruguay Amplía su Cooperación Agrícola y Acceso a Mercados con China
Tras una misión oficial, Uruguay avanza en su relación agrícola con China, con exportaciones autorizadas de harina de soja y colza y acuerdos estratégicos en investigación, seguridad alimentaria y sostenibilidad.