Candid Conversations Crucial to Seed Breeding Success
The process of bringing new varieties from that initial cross through registration to certified seed is a long one and trying to predict the future needs of farmers can be […]
Who is Afraid of a Global Trade War?
The seed sector is highly regulated in most countries with variety registration, seed quality controls and phytosanitary rules. It has been increasingly affected by policies that are not directly focused […]
Cover Crops Help Prevent Soil Carbon Loss from Erosion, Study Finds
Although cover crops tend to increase soil carbon modestly — an average 14% gain in the top six inches, according to this new meta-analysis—there was no link between that gain and how much erosion was reduced. That’s why Huang said carbon market incentives should treat erosion reduction as a separate environmental service.
Agri-Food Leaders Urge Action in Washington as Cross-Border Trade Faces Growing Pressures
There’s an urgent call to protect integrated supply chains and keep food prices stable across North America. With economic uncertainty looming and food affordability top of mind for consumers, a […]
ASTA Responds to Trade Tensions
The U.S. seed industry is raising red flags following news of additional tariffs imposed between the United States and its global trading partners. Leaders across the agricultural supply chain are […]
Penn State Says AI Making Ag Smarter
Artificial intelligence is no longer just a tech-world buzzword — a study from Penn State shows it’s already making waves in agriculture. From improving yields to conserving resources, AI has […]
Report Highlights Benefits of Minimizing Bare Soil in Regenerative Agriculture
A new report from the British Ecological Society combines the insights of over 40 academics, practitioners, and farmers across the UK to evaluate the evidence that regenerative agriculture practices can […]
Get ready for Euroseeds2025 – Join us in Edinburgh from 19-22 October
Following the tremendous success of our annual meeting in Copenhagen, which welcomed nearly 1,300 participants from across Europe and beyond, we are thrilled to raise the bar once again in […]
FAO Reports Highlight the Need to Protect the Genetic Diversity of Our Plants and Forests
Genetic diversity is essential for building resilient agrifood systems that can adapt to challenges like changing climate conditions. Since 80% of the food we consume comes from plants, maintaining a […]
Seeding Türkiye’s Future: The Growth and Challenges of the Turkish Seed Sector
How TÜRKTED is driving innovation, overcoming challenges, and strengthening Türkiye’s position in the global seed market. The main crops in the Turkish seed sector include cereals, particularly wheat and barley, […]
Why We Need More Seed Industry Professionals — and the People to Teach Them
Walk into any ag-focused classroom, seed testing lab, or production field, and you’re likely to hear the same thing: We’re losing people faster than we can replace them. Across the […]
ABCSEM Forms Anti-Piracy Committee to Protect Brazil’s Seed Industry
Recognizing the significant harm caused by seed piracy across various sectors, the Brazilian Association of the Trade of Seeds and Seedlings (ABCSEM) has established a dedicated Committee to Combat Piracy. […]
Türkiye: A Rising Power in the Global Seed Sector
How Türkiye’s thriving seed sector is shaping agriculture through innovation, trade, and policy. The Turkish seed sector has experienced significant growth in recent decades. Türkiye, with its diverse climatic zones […]
Are You Ready To Stand With Us For 2030?
Farming has come a long way over the past few decades. Today’s farmers are not only achieving record-breaking harvests but are also taking smart steps to protect our environment. Thanks […]
Plant Breeding Faces New Challenges in the EU
In light of the new European Commission and Parliament configurations, as well as fresh strategies for the agricultural sector, intensified and collaborative efforts are crucial moving forward. The National Association […]
Ready to Lead: How One Young Breeder is Cultivating the Next Generation of Innovation
At the 2024 National Association for Plant Breeding (NAPB) meeting in St. Louis, MO, the spotlight was on science, strategy, and the future of food. But in the quieter corners […]
Export Strength, Price Pressures, and What it Might Mean for You
Canada’s seed industry is watching a complex market unfold—one where strong international demand continues to support exports, but softening commodity prices and mounting trade friction are beginning to reshape growers’ […]
Plant Pathology Pioneer Jim Menzies on What’s Changed, What Hasn’t, and What Still Needs Solving
At this year’s Prairie Grain Development Committee (PGDC) recognition luncheon in Winnipeg, Manitoba-based plant pathologist Jim Menzies was celebrated for his decades of contributions to Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) […]
ABCSEM Crea un Comité Antipiratería para Proteger la Industria Semillera Brasileña
Reconociendo el daño significativo que causa la piratería de semillas en diversos sectores, la Asociación Brasileña del Comercio de Semillas y Plántulas (ABCSEM) ha creado un Comité dedicado a combatir […]
Chilean Scientists Make Breakthrough in Developing Drought-Tolerant Watermelons
Water scarcity is one of the greatest challenges for agriculture in Chile and globally, significantly impacting fruit crop production. Watermelon, a crop with high water demands, has been especially affected […]
Early Bird Deadline Approaching for NAPB Conference
Plant breeders, researchers, and students from across North America and beyond are gearing up for the 2025 National Association for Plant Breeding (NAPB) Annual Meeting, set to take place May […]
Científicos Chilenos Logran un Gran Avance en el Desarrollo de Sandías Resistentes a la Sequía
La escasez de agua es uno de los mayores desafíos para la agricultura en Chile y a nivel mundial, impactando significativamente la producción frutícola. La sandía, un cultivo con alta […]
CSGA’s AGM: A Family Affair Inspiring the Next Generation of Farmers
Kids’ program to be hosted at WildPlay Adventure Park in Victoria. The Canadian Seed Growers’ Association (CSGA) annual general meeting (AGM) has always been a family-friendly event. As usual, the […]
Family Farming Producers Prepare to Produce Certified Seeds
Under the agreement between the National Service of Quality and Plant and Seed Health (Senave) and small producers for the production of certified seeds from family farming, Senave technicians visited […]
FAO Photographs the Global Agri-Food Industry
At the end of 2024, FAO published its Statistical Yearbook about World Food and Agriculture, referring to facts updated to 2022. It is a very rich collection, a valuable tool for commercial […]
The Rules for Using the “Common Enemy” Strategy
Leadership is about mobilizing people toward a shared goal that unites and inspires them. One of the most powerful ways to rally a team is by defining a common threat, […]
Report: Food as the “Silent Weapon”— Russia’s Gains and Ukraine’s Losses
A report from the Center for Strategic and International Studies reveals that agriculture and food security are central to Russia’s war strategy. Ukraine’s agricultural sector has been a major target […]
Uruguay Approves National Bioinsums Plan: A Strategic Step for Agricultural Sustainability
Uruguay officially approved the National Bioinputs Plan with Decree No. 042/025, signed on Feb. 20, 2025. Developed by the Ministry of Livestock, Agriculture, and Fisheries (MGAP), the plan responds to […]
Productores de la Agricultura Familiar se Preparan para la Producción de Semillas Certificadas
En virtud del convenio entre el Servicio Nacional de Calidad y Sanidad Vegetal y de Semillas (Senave) y pequeños productores para la producción de semillas certificadas de la agricultura familiar, […]
“Think in Decades, Not Quarters”: The Quiet Revolution Happening at Western Crop Innovations
Sajid Rehman didn’t plan on ending up in Alberta, helping steer one of Alberta’s most important cereal breeding organizations through a time of transformation. But in many ways, it’s exactly […]
How CSGA and Seeds Canada Found Common Ground on the Advisory Body Concept
Inside the months-long negotiations that led the Canadian Seed Growers’ Association and Seeds Canada to unite around a shared vision — and why the timing couldn’t be better. For years, […]
Why Working with a Family Business Could Be the Best Decision You Make
Over 100 years ago, my great-grandfather immigrated to Patagonia and built a successful sheep breeding business. When he found he couldn’t get products shipped to Europe, he solved the problem […]
Why Working with a Family Business Could Be the Best Decision You Make
Over 100 years ago, my great-grandfather immigrated to Patagonia and built a successful sheep breeding business. When he found he couldn’t get products shipped to Europe, he solved the problem […]
No April Fool’s: U.S. is Sowing A Lot of Corn
Corn acres exceed soybeans again. U.S. farmers are shifting crop strategies in 2025, with corn once again taking the lead. According to USDA’s March Prospective Plantings report, total corn planted […]
Euroseeds 2025 Registrations Open Now
The seed sector stands at a crossroads, shaped by evolving regulations, technological breakthroughs, and shifting global trade dynamics. As challenges grow, so do opportunities for innovation and collaboration. Euroseeds 2025 […]
Microclover: A Keystone for Urban Biodiversity and More Sustainable Solutions
In search for sustainable urban landscaping solutions, microclover, when combined with turfgrass, is emerging as a popular and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional grass lawns. This tiny clover is gaining […]