One Field Day. Five Decades. A Global Turfgrass Revolution.
Pure Seed, a family-run seed company in Oregon, has shaped turf and forage on six continents for more than 50 years. From FIFA World Cup pitches to innovations that help grass thrive in tough environments, discover how this quiet leader is redefining turfgrass worldwide.
Modelo Predice la Productividad Agrícola con Imágenes Satelitales
Embrapa utiliza imágenes satelitales y aprendizaje automático para predecir con alta precisión los rendimientos de caña de azúcar y soja, validando el bioestimulante Hydratus para mejorar el crecimiento y la tolerancia a la sequía.
Model Predicts Agricultural Productivity With Use of Satellite Images
Embrapa uses satellite imagery and machine learning to forecast sugarcane and soybean yields, achieving high accuracy and validating the Hydratus biostimulant for improved growth and drought tolerance.
When Red Tape Chokes Green Progress
Europe’s slow approval process for crop protection products — often 8–12 years — delays sustainable innovation and limits farmers’ tools. This slows adoption of greener practices, reduces resilience, and raises costs. Streamlined, faster approvals are essential to meet climate goals and support modern farming.
Seeds Don’t Wait for Politics
A looming government shutdown threatens to disrupt the U.S. seed industry — delaying permits, halting research, and silencing critical USDA data. Agriculture doesn’t stop for politics — and seeds can’t wait.
Want More Innovation? Pay the People Who Create It
If we need more progress on farms, start by valuing the people creating the genetics, Brent Collins explains in this Seed World 360 exclusive
Claves para Reducir la Brecha de Maíz
Los rendimientos de maíz en Entre Ríos están por debajo del potencial, con una producción actual de 6 t/ha frente a un potencial de 12 t/ha. El estudio participativo de INTA Paraná señala la fertilidad del suelo, los costos de producción y la infraestructura como limitantes clave, y recomienda agricultura de precisión, manejo de nutrientes y colaboración entre industria y productores para cerrar la brecha y fomentar una producción regional sostenible.
Keys to Reduce the Corn Gap
Corn yields in Entre Ríos lag behind potential, with current production at 6 t/ha versus a 12 t/ha potential. INTA Paraná’s participatory study highlights soil fertility, production costs, and infrastructure as key limits and recommends precision agriculture, nutrient management, and industry-producer collaboration to close the yield gap and boost sustainable regional production.
Consistent Policy, Not “Patchwork” Regulations, Recommended for the Coexistence of Crops
Australian farmers face inconsistent rules on GM, organic, and conventional crops. A new study urges clearer coexistence standards across sectors.
Why Red Tape is the Biggest Roadblock for Plant Breeding in the Americas
Only government and industry together can write the next chapter of seed rules, Diego Risso says in this Seed World 360 interview
The ISTA AGM is Coming to Canada – Here is Why Industry Leaders Are Excited
As a company deeply invested in the future of seed science and trade, SGS has long been a committed participant in the International Seed Testing Association (ISTA). Our involvement spans […]
Stop Penalizing Breeders for Their Own Success
In a number of UPOV member countries, outdated interpretations of the novelty requirement mean that commercializing a hybrid variety may invalidate novelty for its parent lines — even if those lines were never sold. This misinterpretation undermines breeders’ rights, discourages innovation, and is out of step with global practice. It’s time for legal clarity and alignment.
UK Vertical Farms Boost Yields but Raise Carbon Footprint
Vertical farming can greatly boost lettuce yields and cut water use but currently has a higher carbon footprint than field-grown UK lettuce. Energy demands and materials like jute plugs drive much of its emissions, though alternatives could reduce impact. Researchers say innovations in efficiency and materials are key to making vertical farming a sustainable year-round solution.
CBRC Commits $1.8 Million to CDC Barley Breeding Activities
The Canadian Barley Research Coalition (CBRC) announced today it will provide $1.8 million in funding over three years to the University of Saskatchewan’s Crop Development Centre (CDC), to extend the […]
Plant Breeders Exist — But Does Canada Even Care?
A Canadian breeder who saw Soviet agriculture collapse says we’re making the same mistake
La Deficiencia de Zinc Podría Limitar el Rendimiento de Trigo y Cebada, Advierten Expertos
La deficiencia de zinc amenaza los rendimientos de trigo y cebada en la Pampa argentina. Los especialistas recomiendan análisis de suelo y fertilización dirigida con zinc para aumentar la productividad, mejorar la eficiencia de nutrientes y fortalecer la fertilidad del suelo a largo plazo.
Zinc Deficiency Could Limit Wheat and Barley Yields, Experts Warn
Zinc deficiency threatens wheat and barley yields in Argentina’s Pampas. Experts recommend soil testing and targeted zinc fertilization to boost crop productivity, improve nutrient efficiency, and enhance long-term soil fertility.
Climate, Crisis, and Crops: Why Gene and Seed Banks are More Essential Than Ever
Deep in the Arctic, the Svalbard Global Seed Vault safeguards over a million seeds, symbolizing global efforts to preserve plant biodiversity. Plant researcher Fiona Hay has dedicated her career to improving seed storage, longevity, and accessibility across international seed and gene banks. These banks are critical for food security, breeding innovation, and climate resilience, especially as crop diversity declines worldwide. New technologies and optimized storage methods, combined with trained conservationists, are helping ensure seeds remain viable for future generations.
Plants Just Flipped the Light Script
Researchers uncovered a new way plants regulate growth by reprogramming light-sensing proteins, a breakthrough that could help seed companies develop crops with greater resilience and efficiency.
She’s in a League of Her Own
We’re announcing women 30 game changers in U.S. Seed. These honorees were nominated by their peers. Each one is truly in a league of her own.
She’s in A League of Her Own – Part 2
Profiles 11-20 of Seed World U.S. 30 High-Impact Women feature.
She’s in a League of Her Own – Part 3
Profiles 21-30 of Seed World’s 30 High-Impact Women in U.S. Seed.
The Ancient Crop Getting a Modern Makeover
In this Seed World 360 exclusive, we find out why this green spear deserves a place at every table
Swedish Consumers More Positive About Crop Crossbreeding Than Expected
Most Swedish consumers view crops developed through crossbreeding positively, according to a new SLU survey. The study of 999 participants on ancient and modern wheat found 88% saw at least one positive trait, including taste, health, or safety. Awareness of cereal varieties increased with age and education, while negative attitudes were more common among women and less-educated respondents. Researchers say the results suggest consumer acceptance is not a barrier to using breeding to improve both food quality and security.
Innovación en el Tomate: Afrontando los Desafíos del Siglo XXI
El tomate, piedra angular de la gastronomía chilena y protagonista de las Fiestas Patrias, se enfrenta a desafíos cada vez más complejos. La sequía prolongada, las malezas parásitas, el aumento […]
Tomato Innovation: Meeting the Challenges of the 21st Century
Biotechnology is transforming Chilean tomatoes, helping them withstand drought, parasitic weeds, and soil salinity while enhancing nutrition. Innovations include antioxidant-rich, vitamin D-fortified, and urban-friendly varieties, offering solutions for sustainable agriculture, food security, and healthier diets.
Data Science, Supporting Tomorrow’s Hybrid Varieties
At MAS Seeds, variety innovation is made possible thanks to top of the range R&D, where data science and plant selection combine their strengths to keep up with the challenges of sustainable agriculture.
At the centre of this strategy, a dedicated Data science team works with the selection teams and combines agroclimatic modelling, artificial intelligence and genetic statistics to speed up genetic gain.
Innovation is Stuck in the Waiting Room — Can Policy Set it Free?
In this Seed World 360 interview, Lauren Comin warns that we need to get moving on modernizing our seedscape
El 10.º Congreso de Semillas de las Américas se celebra en Foz do Iguazú, Brasil
La Asociación de Semillas de las Américas (SAA) le invita a participar en el 10.º Congreso de Semillas de las Américas, que se celebrará del 29 de septiembre al 1 de octubre de 2025 en Foz do Iguazú, Brasil.
The Value Chain Begins With The Seed
Plant breeding supports the shift to plant-based diets by improving protein crops for taste, texture, nutrition, and sustainable food production.
We Asked Some Hard Questions About Seed Treatment. Here’s What we Found
For as long as I’ve been advising farmers, the question has come up a lot: do we really need to treat this seed? Partnering with 20/20 Seed Labs has given […]
Public? Private? Wrong Question. Jeff Reid Sees the Future of Plant Breeding
SeCan’s general manager thinks there’s a smarter way to breed success in this Seed World 360 exclusive
CIHEAM Zaragoza Explores Future of Agri-Food Cooperation
CIHEAM Zaragoza will host an international symposium on 11–12 November to discuss agri-food development cooperation amid geopolitical crises. Experts from European agencies, NGOs, multilateral organizations, and academia will explore innovative strategies to shape the future of sustainable development in the region.
Boosting European Legume Breeding for Protein and Market Growth
The BELIS project, launched under EU Horizon Europe, aims to boost European legume cultivation by developing high-yielding, resilient varieties. Focusing on 14 key grain and forage legumes, the initiative seeks to reduce imports, enhance sustainability, and strengthen collaboration between research and industry across 18 countries.
The 10th Seed Congress of the Americas Heads to Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil
The Seed Association of the Americas (SAA) invites you to join the 10th Seed Congress of the Americas, taking place from Sept. 29 to Oct. 1, 2025, in Foz do […]
Farmers Who do This One Thing in Fall See Better Crops in Spring
Innovation in seed care isn’t just defense — it’s growth insurance. As harvest winds down and bins fill up, the thoughtful farmer’s mind naturally turns to spring. What worked this […]