One-on-One with APSA’s new ED, Francine Sayoc
Sayoc brings communications experience, seed industry connections and enormous commitment to her new role. Francine Sayoc, the new executive director with the Asia and Pacific Seed Alliance (APSA), is a familiar […]
This Barley Researcher’s Career is a Tale of Two Chapters
Hiroshi Kubota’s path in plant science happened in two chapters, you might say. The first traces back to his childhood in Japan, where his uncle’s volunteer work opened his eyes […]
Scientists Aim to Crack Aluminum Toxicity Code
A team from the U.S. and Brazil are studying the connections between gene regulation and aluminum tolerance in maize and sorghum Changing climate patterns are causing acidic soil, which globally […]
A Little of This Goes a Long Way
One of humanity’s biggest achievements in the last century was making a huge increase in food production. From 1900 to 2000, there was a six-fold increase in crop harvests while […]
Registrations Officially Open for the #Euroseeds2024 Congress
After the remarkable turnout of more than 1,300 attendees from around the world at the Euroseeds annual meeting in Malta last year, Euroseeds is looking to aim even higher with […]
ICRISAT Welcomes New Chapter as International Year of Millets Concludes
Food and Agriculture leaders commit to continued collaboration. The International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) joined the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and […]
Registration is Open for Seeds Canada’s Annual Meeting in Edmonton
The highly anticipated Seeds Canada 2024 Conference and Annual General Meeting is slated to unfold in Edmonton, Alberta, from July 8th to 10th. Themed “The Future of Seed is Here. […]
Checking in with a Borlaug Scholar: Not All Carrots are Created Equal
A Borlaug Scholar shares her experience in the field of plant breeding, and how she is working to create more nutritious carrots. Learn how she is making a difference!
Why Barley is a Labour of Love for Ana Badea
Some researchers are driven not just by academic interest, but by a deep-rooted connection to their subject matter. Ana Badea, the new chair of the Prairie Grain Development Committee (PGDC) […]
Are You an Early Adopter and Just don’t Know it?
Buying a new phone is a no-brainer for most people, as they can reap the benefits right after they take it out of the box. Buying a new piece of […]
Moses Palmer is Helping Seed Analysts to Grow
In the dictionary next to the word multitasking, there should be a photo of Moses Palmer. His days are a whirlwind of lab analyses, customer service, and overseeing the seamless […]
U.S. Transportation Secretary Discusses Mitigating Impact of Baltimore Bridge Collapse
Other U.S. East Coast ports are absorbing some of the traffic U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg recently spoke about the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse at the Port of Baltimore. […]
ASTA’s Interactive Seed Resource Map is Online
Tool helps farmers boost production and sustainability efforts. The American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) recently updated its guide to help farmers, landowners and others easily find and contact professional seed […]
Pivot Like a Pro
Evolving market dynamics can turn unexpected challenges into opportunities to adapt and thrive. Is this scenario familiar? Following an annual off-site, several follow-up meetings, some difficult decisions and a large-scale […]
U.S. Agricultural Trade Balance Sees Shift to Deficit, Reflecting Changing Consumer Tastes
Fiscal Year 2023 marks the third time in five years the U.S. agricultural trade balance has been in deficit. For almost six decades, the United States maintained a surplus in […]
This Week’s Eclipse is a Reminder of our Place in Nature
This rare phenomenon offered a moment of reflection for the seed industry’s place in nature. On April 8, we experienced another total solar eclipse in the United States. This one […]
Kenny Piecharka and KWS are Unlocking the Potential of Hybrid Rye
In a recent interview, Kenny Piecharka, the newly appointed country manager for KWS, shared insights into his promotion, the company’s growth trajectory, and the future of hybrid rye in Canada. […]
Brasathe Jeganathan is Showing the Way to Bolstering Faba Bean
Brasathe Jeganathan came to Canada from Sri Lanka in 2016, seeking to bridge the gaps in her scientific expertise. Now she’s helping open up a new future for faba bean […]
Seeds Canada Reaffirms its Position on Regulatory Modernization
In a news release sent out yesterday, Seeds Canada has reaffirmed its positions on Seed Regulatory Modernization (SRM), specifically the idea for an independent advisory committee to help guide policy […]
The Pitura Seeds Polar Bear Plunge Fundraiser has Been a Huge Success
Nineteen brave souls took the plunge into the freezing depths of a pond on the Pitura Seeds grounds in Domain, Man., on March 22, raising over $70,000 for STARS Ambulance. […]
GDM Anuncia la Adquisición Estratégica del Negocio del Maíz y Sorgo de KWS en Sudamérica
Adquisición fortalece la posición de GDM en la región. GDM, una empresa global de genética vegetal, anunció la adquisición estratégica del negocio de maíz y sorgo de KWS en Sudamérica. […]
The Environmental Working Group Is Scaring Us Again – Or Is It?
So, here we go. Something else to worry about. At least according to the Environmental Working Group (EWG), a non-profit organization that states as its goal the “providing of easy […]
Euroseeds Welcomes Commission’s Green Biotech Ambition, Proposes Actions for Agri-Food Sector Resilience
Euroseeds acknowledges the European Commission’s comprehensive biotechnology strategy, recently unveiled to enhance food security and sustainability within the EU. The initiative, introduced just last week, outlines targeted actions aimed at […]
First Phoma Leaf Spot Resistance To Azole Fungicide Found in Western Europe
The fungal species that cause Phoma leaf spot and stem canker in oilseed rape are showing decreased sensitivity to some chemical controls, sparking concerns for growers in Western Europe, according […]
Dutch Flowers Back in St. Peter’s Square in Rome At Easter
During Easter Mass celebrated by the Pope, St. Peter’s Square in Vatican City, Rome, is adorned with colorful flower arrangements, a cherished tradition stemming from Dutch florists embellishing the square […]
Investing in CRISPR for Crops of the Future: What We Heard at World Agri-Tech
Has CRISPR fully delivered on its potential? What should we expect ahead? Syngenta’s Gusui Wu tackled these questions at World Agri-Tech in San Francisco.
Companies to Watch: From the Start-Up Arena at World Agri-Tech
World Agri-Tech 2024 in San Francisco featured 60+ start-ups pitching ag innovation concepts. Here are seed-related standouts
Attention Public Plant Science Programs! Help us Shine a Spotlight on Your Important Work
Don’t miss the chance to have your research program recognized as a top advancer of the Canadian seed sector! Seed World Canada is on the hunt for the plant breeding programs […]
Seeding the Future: Arevo’s Investment in Sustainable Farming and Global Expansion
Marcel Bruins, Editorial Director of Seed World Europe, sits down with Niklas Åström, CEO of Swedish company Arevo. Åström shares what his company is doing, and how that is helping the Farm to Fork strategy. He lifts the veil on the latest investment news of his company and how it is planning to use the additional money. Besides expanding internationally, the company is also looking for additional staff, and Åström indicates which positions he is looking for, and what crops the company is focussing on.
GDM Acquires KWS’ Corn and Sorghum Business in Strategic South American Expansion
Acquisition strengthens GDM’s position in the region. GDM, a global plant genetics company, announced its strategic acquisition of KWS’ corn and sorghum business in South America. “This transaction represents a […]
Penn State Researchers Unveil Root-Mapping Technology for a Greener Future
The tool could enhance crop drought resilience, improve nitrogen uptake and boost carbon sequestration in soil. As the threat of climate change intensifies, possibly leading to worsening global drought conditions […]
Three Radically Different Examples of How CRISPR Will Transform Agriculture
In this World Agri-Tech San Francisco recap, moderator Howard-Yana Shapiro talks expert panelists through CRISPR’s opportunities ahead.
Drones Have the Power to Transform Breeding Programs. Here’s What’s Coming
In the past 20 years, great strides have been made in understanding the intricate relationship between genetics and phenotypic expression. The rapid evolution of genomic and bioinformatic tools has propelled […]
Can CSGA’s Doug Miller Handle the Heat? Register Now for our Upcoming SRM Webinar and Find Out
Don’t miss out on this showdown of wit, knowledge, and taste buds! With the release of the Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s latest Seed Regulatory Modernization (SRM) consultation survey, Seed World […]
How Sandeep Rana is Embracing a Legacy and Leading with Vision
In just six years, Sandeep Rana has garnered a variety of accolades, including the prestigious Virginia Tech School of Plant & Environmental Sciences Outstanding Alumni Award for 2023, Outstanding Industry […]
Jill McDonald Envisions a Bright Future for Barley, but we Need to Ensure it Remains a Competitive Crop
In Saskatchewan, a dedicated board of six barley farmers has been tirelessly working to enhance the profitability of barley for producers across the province. At the recent 2024 Barley Symposium […]