NewLeaf Appoints Director of Fermentation and Technology Development
NewLeaf Symbiotics, a biotech company commercializing plant health and nutrient technologies that utilize naturally occurring beneficial bacteria, announces the appointment of Sarita Chauhan as the director of fermentation and technology development. Chauhan […]
Ron DePauw Joins SeCan
After a 41-year career with Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada, and building his reputation as one of the world’s premier wheat breeders, Ron DePauw has joined SeCan in the position of […]
Syngenta announces Root Health Knowledge Pool during 2015 European Root Health Forum
Syngenta announces new knowledge pool to improve crop root health at 2015 European Root Health Forum. Learn more about the latest research and solutions.
Will Monsanto Take Over Syngenta?
Monsanto has reportedly once again approached Syngenta about a possible takeover. Bloomberg Business reports: “Combined with Syngenta, Monsanto would become the largest player in the world for both seeds and […]
La Crosse Seed Adds to Sales Force
Bryan Decker joins the La Crosse Seed sales team and will cover northeastern Wisconsin. Decker will assist customers with their forage, turf and cover crop seed needs. A graduate of the University of […]
UC-Davis Ranked No. 1 for Agriculture
The University of California, Davis, ranks No. 1 in the world for teaching and research in agriculture, according to data released by QS World University Rankings. This is the third consecutive […]
PBR Updates Bring New Varieties to Canadian Farmers
_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ As expected, recent changes to Canada’s Plant Breeders’ Rights legislation are delivering new crop varieties to Canadian farmers, the Canadian Seed Trade Association (CSTA) says._x000D_ _x000D_ […]
Texas Garden Enthusiasts Have a New Plant to Work With
Lobularia White Stream, a hybrid alyssum, is one of the 2015 Texas Superstar plants. “White Stream is a new type of alyssum that will survive the heat of Texas summers,” […]
TA Seeds Promotes, Adds Personnel
Pennsylvania’s TA Seeds promotes two key personnel to meet increasing customer needs and long-term company goals. Steve Reeder has been promoted to production manager and is responsible for corn and soybean […]
No Evidence to Show Crop-to-Weed Gene Transfer Leads to Resistance
Use of the word “superweed” has snowballed in recent years, along with considerable misinformation that isn’t supported by scientific facts, according to the Weed Science Society of America (WSSA). Most […]
Plant Breeders: Register for Program Management Course
The Seed Biotechnology Center at the University of California, Davis, will host a short course, “Program Management for Plant Breeders (PMPB),” Sept. 22-24 at its Davis, California, campus. More than […]
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.
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.
Engaged and Involved
Engaged and involved: Learn how to get your employees more involved in your business. Tips to increase engagement and productivity.
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 […]