Calendar of Events
Discover upcoming events in Europe for July 2016. From music festivals to art exhibitions, find something to enjoy!
What has the EU ever done for the UK?
The EU and UK have a long history of cooperation and partnership. This article looks at the successes and challenges of the relationship and how it has evolved over time.
On the Way to the Next World Seed Congress
The World Seed Congress is a global event that brings together experts to discuss the future of seed production and conservation. Learn more about this important event.
Evolution in a Changing Environment
Evolution is a process of adaptation to changing environments. Learn how species have adapted to survive and thrive in different environments over time.
ESTA—From Concept to Reality
Learn about the ESTA concept, a new reality for Europe. This article explains the concept and its implications for the European Union.
Gluten Substitutes from Corn
Gluten-free dieters rejoice! Learn how to substitute corn for gluten in your favorite recipes. Get tips on how to use corn to make delicious meals without gluten.
ESA Recruiting Plant Breeding and Variety Registration Manager
ESA is recruiting a Plant Breeding & Variety Registration Manager to lead the development of a European-wide registration system. Apply now!
20/20 Approved for Zygosity Testing in Monsanto Events
_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ 20/20 Seed Labs Inc. has been formally approved to provide zygosity testing for licensed Monsanto events in canola and soybean. Qualified events include RT73 and MON88302 in canola; 40-3-2, […]
A Future Giant’s View: The Conversation
The word “sustainability” is used everywhere these days. Our society has reached a point where sustainability isn’t just a theory, it’s the way we must live in order to progress […]
Online Course Focuses on the Nuts and Bolts of Organic Seed Production
The Organic Seed Alliance (OSA), in partnership with the Multinational Exchange for Sustainable Agriculture (MESA), will host a six-part online course for individuals interested in growing their organic seed production […]
Senate Passes GM Labeling Law, Moves to House
Late yesterday (July 7), the U.S. Senate voted 63-30 to pass the National Bioengineered Food Disclosure Standard, which now goes to the House. Led by Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman Pat […]
CSGA Honours Nine for Innovation, Commitment to Seed
Seed growers who have contributed to the betterment of the association and all of Canadian agriculture are recognized by the Canadian Seed Growers’ Association. _x000D_ At the Canadian Seed Growers’ Association […]
Europe’s Scientific Community Calls for Respect
Published on the European Plant Science Organisation (EPSO) website, an open letter calls upon the European Parliament to encourage society to respect independent science advice and to condemn physical attacks […]
ISTA Hosts Its 31st Congress
The International Seed Testing Association hosted its 31st congress in Tallinn, Estonia, June 14-21, bringing together more than 240 participants from 52 countries and representatives from both the seed industry […]
Grant to Create Pan-Genome of Sorghum
The Donald Danforth Plant Science Center receives Illumina’s 2016 Agricultural Greater Good Initiative grant. This grant program is designed to help identify measures that can increase crop yields and improve […]
Monsanto and DuPont Agree on Dicamba Supply Deal
Monsanto and DuPont agree on a multi-year dicamba supply deal for the United States and Canada; however, terms of the agreement were not disclosed. “This agreement represents continued commitment to […]
The Pursuit
A fascination with wheat and the environment and a hunger for answers leads one man down a life-long journey of crop improvement, the world over. _x000D_ Before Peter Franck could complete […]
The European Seed Association Seeks Technical Manager
The European Seed Association (ESA) seeks to hire a technical manager who’s primary focus will be plant breeding and variety registration. The position is located at the association’s office in […]
GMO Labeling Agreement Takes One Step Forward
At 3:58 EDT, today (July 6), the U.S. Senate began a procedural vote to move S.764 forward. By a vote of 65-32, the Roberts-Stabenow GMO labeling agreement now takes one […]
AAS Names Top 5 Garden Seeds for 2017
All-America Selections (AAS) announces three national and two regional winners for the 2017 garden season. National AAS Winners are Celosia Asian Garden, Okra Red Kingdom F1 and Watermelon Mini Love […]
New Canola expected for 2017
SU Canola trait has been approved for commercialization. _x000D_ Cibus, a precision gene-editing firm based in California, has received approval from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency of its first non-genetically modified, […]
GlobalGAP to Ensure Produce Traceability and IP Compliance
A new version of GlobalGAP, the world’s leading farm assurance program, came into effect on July 1 with two new crop-based control points that ensure produce traceability and compliance with Intellectual […]
Feeding the World by Rewiring the “Mouths” of Plants
Plants have tiny pores on their leaves called stomata — Greek for mouths — through which they take in carbon dioxide from the air and from which water evaporates. New […]
Seed Analysts Prepare For Changes to the Weed Seeds Order
To more accurately reflect the potential threat of weed species in Canada, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), with feedback from the Canadian seed industry, has prepared the new Weed […]
Better Bread, Better Wheat
A team of breeders and geneticists at Kansas State University and the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center, or CIMMYT, has come up with a new approach to determine if […]
ESA Appoints New Technical Manager
ESA appoints new Technical Manager to lead European space exploration projects. Experienced engineer to drive innovation and collaboration.
GlobalGAP to Ensure Produce Traceability and IP Compliance
GlobalGAP helps farmers ensure traceability and IP compliance of their produce. Learn how it helps farmers meet global standards and protect their crops.
HM.CLAUSE Receives Innovative Community Partner Award
The University of California, Davis, Office of Research recognizes HM.CLAUSE with the 2016 Innovative Community Partner award, which is given annually to a leader in the community that has contributed […]
GM Labeling Vote Set for July 6
A vote to limit the debate on the Senate agriculture compromise on the labeling of foods containing genetically modified ingredients is expected Wednesday, July 6, followed by a vote on […]
Chromatin Acquires Kirkland Seed
Late last week, Chromatin acquired Kirkland Seed Inc., a forage sorghum seed supplier based in Vega, Texas. “Our business is based on quality seed production, combined with outstanding customer service […]
ISTA Announces New Executive Committee
The International Seed Testing Association elected its new Executive Committee, comprised of 11 individuals, for a three-year term. The committee includes the president, vice president and immediate past president along […]
Dow Launches PowerCore Trait Technology
Today, Dow AgroSciences launched its PowerCore trait technology that protects corn plants from above-ground insects. Initially the trait will be offered in hybrids from five seed brands: Mycogen Seeds, Brodbeck […]
ISTA Elects 2016-2019 Executive Committee
The International Seed Testing Association announces its latest executive committee is elected for three years. It is made up of:_x000D_ _x000D_ ISTA President Craig McGill (New Zealand) _x000D_ ISTA Vice-President Steve […]
SeCan to Mark 40 Years at CSGA Meeting
SeCan will celebrate its 40th anniversary as part of the Canadian seed industry next week at the Canadian Seed Growers’ Association annual meeting in Clear Lake, Man._x000D_ _x000D_ SeCan was formed […]
Syngenta Launches Clubroot-Resistant Canola Hybrid SY4187
_x000D_ _x000D_ Syngenta Canada adds SY4187 to its expanding canola seed portfolio._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ SY4187 is a new Genuity Roundup Ready hybrid canola variety that brings market-leading genetics to growers in […]
Waiting for the Ripple Effect
As a number of multinational companies have initiated mergers and acquisitions, the rest of the industry watches and waits for the ripple effect. _x000D_ First, it was Monsanto that pursued Syngenta […]