Seed World Podcast Episode 5 – Understanding the Architecture of Maize
Dave Jackson of New York’s Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory talks about new research looking into stem cell proliferation in maize, and what his group’s findings could mean for the seed […]
Moving Toward Milestones
With a defined mission and work plans in play, the International Seed Federation is set to start making big moves. The past year has been one of action for the […]
Out of One Seed Grows Many
Through the development of winter breeding programs, Alvaro Eyzaguirre builds local economies and helps in the fight to end food insecurity. As a young research manager for Pioneer Hi-Bred International […]
ASTA Launches New Website
The American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) has a new website. BetterSeed.org is a vital new source for all information related to the research, development and movement of quality seed to meet the […]
Redesigning Roots to Help Crop Plants Survive Hard Times
Among the likely effects of climate change, perhaps the one with the most potential to devastate human and natural communities is drought—not just a dry season or two, but a […]
Discover Uruguay
Uruguay has a population of nearly 3.5 million and a land base of more than 67,000 square miles, of which 93 percent is suitable for agriculture — that’s 40.5 million […]
IPSA to Talk Trade in Cuba
The Independent Professional Seed Association plans to send a delegation to Cuba to discuss trade and economic development, signalling another historic step forward in relations between American and Cuban agriculture […]
Bayer Exploring Bid for Monsanto, Reports Say
Bayer is looking at a potential bid for Monsanto, it is being reported. According to Bloomberg, unnamed sources say German firm Bayer has held some initial discussions both internally and with advisers about […]
Canadian Nominated to Protect World Plant Health
Canada’s leadership in international plant protection receives recognition with the election of Marie-Claude Forest, a leading expert on international phytosanitary standards at the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, to the Bureau […]
The Call to Invest in Pulses
A crop that could help to stave off hunger in underdeveloped regions such as sub-Saharan Africa, pulses lack research investment. Normally, Livingstone is home to 150,000 Zambians and international tourists […]
Pollinator Populations: Fact and Fiction
Experts dispell misconceptions about honeybee health. It’s no myth that bees are important. They contribute to one out of every three bites of food we eat, and are a vital […]
Dow’s Alforex Seeds Adds Staff
Alforex Seeds, the alfalfa business unit of Dow AgroSciences, is adding two new sales territories as it completes its national launch of Hi-Gest Low Lignin Alfalfa Technology. With the release […]
Arcadia Biosciences Announces New CEO
Arcadia Biosciences announces that Raj Ketkar will join the company as president and chief executive officer later this month. Ketkar will replace Roger Salameh, who has served as interim president and […]
Ensuring High-Quality Seed for Sudanese Farmers
High-quality seed is a prerequisite for the satisfactory production of a good quality crop. Strict quality control is essential to ensure high quality standards. In collaboration with the Seed Development […]
UC Davis Breeding Strawberries for the 21st Century
http://media.blubrry.com/strategysession/p/content.blubrry.com/strategysession/Steve_Knapp_21st_Century_Strawberry_Breeding.mp3 Strawberry farmers and industry leaders say new science, education and collaborations underway at the UC Davis Public Strawberry Breeding Program bode well for the quality and sustainability of strawberries in […]
Centre of Excellence for Plant and Microbial Sciences Opens First Lab
The first dedicated laboratory at the Centre of Excellence for Plant and Microbial Sciences (CEPAMS) opened for business today in Beijing with the arrival of its first Group Leader, Yang […]
Seed World Podcast Episode 4 – 21st Century Strawberry Breeding
Steve Knapp, director of the UC Davis strawberry breeding program, talks about a few of the latest advancements in his field.
Researchers Turn Pathogen into Beneficial Organism
Because of their sedentary life, plants have to make the most of their surroundings. To do so, they take advantage of hitherto unknown molecular mechanisms to determine what benefits them […]
A World Without GMOs
Imagining a world without genetically modified organisms isn’t hard to do, but researchers say the prospect is detrimental to both farmers and consumers. U.S. researchers have a mathematical model at […]
Focus on Forages
Plant breeders focus their efforts with the end goal of boosting livestock productivity. The Genome Analysis Centre (TGAC), with partners in the United Kingdom, Colombia and Kenya bring together their […]
Passions Run High in Pakistan
The people of Pakistan exhibit nothing if not passion. Those hailing from agriculturally prominent Punjab, the country’s second largest province, are no exception. The University of Agriculture, Faisalabad (UAF) has […]
Robotic Palletizers Make Bag-Stacking Easier
Chantland MHS’ Robotic Bag Palletizer Systems offer facilities an economical means of performing what is often considered a strenuous and tedious function of stacking bags on pallets, while allowing employees […]
DLF Appoints New Business Director
DLF appoints new Business Director: experienced executive to lead company’s growth strategy. Get the details on the new appointment and what it means for the company.
Carrot Genome Might Help Improve Crops
Sometimes, the evolutionary history of a species can be found in a fossil record. Other times, rocks and imprints must be swapped for DNA and genetic fingerprints. The latter is […]
Total Seed Production Begins Another Expansion
Indiana’s Total Seed Production announces the start of another plant expansion project for 2016. “This type of expansion once again proves our commitment to our customers and to the industry to continue […]
DLF Appoints New Business Director
DLF announces the hiring of Søren Ustrup as business director, Southern Hemisphere. In this position, he will be responsible for promoting and developing the DLF business platform in that part of […]
Twenty New Bee Species Found in New Hampshire
Researchers with the NH Agricultural Experiment Station at the University of New Hampshire have completed the first assessment of the state’s native bee population, providing wildlife experts with the first […]
Plant Breeding Matters | The Science & Business of Crop Improvement
Plant breeding is essential for crop improvement. Learn how science and business intersect to create better plants for farmers and consumers.
DSV’s Perennial Ryegrass Breeding Process for Turf
DSV’s breeding process for perennial ryegrass turf: learn how DSV’s advanced breeding techniques create superior turf for golf courses, sports fields, and more.
DSV’s Perennial Ryegrass Breeding Process for Turf
DSV’s turf grass breeding process: learn how DSV’s perennial ryegrass is developed to provide superior turf performance and quality.
FBI to Talk Economic Espionage
The Seed Innovation and Protection Alliance will host a technical education unit that focuses on intellectual property (IP) June 19 in Portland, Ore., in conjunction with the American Seed Trade […]
What’s the Potential for a Syngenta-ChemChina Fallout?
Farmers, policymakers and government representatives voice concerns, ranging from GMOs to seed availability to national security concerns, about the potential takeover of Syngenta by a Chinese-state-owned chemical company. As of […]
Big Plans, New Vision in Place for Can-Seed Equipment
_x000D_ _x000D_ Jason MacNevin, new owner and CEO of Can-Seed Equipment, sits down with Issues Ink president Shawn Brook to talk about his future plans for the company, how building the Can-Seed […]
Star Roses and Plants to Purchase Fall Creek’s BrazelBerries Program
Fall Creek Farm and Nursery, Inc. and Star Roses and Plants are pleased to announce the planned purchase by Star Roses and Plants of Fall Creek’s BrazelBerries program – a […]
SynTech France Expands and Establishes Seeds Technical Center
SynTech Research France has acquired land and buildings to establish a GEP and GLP Seeds Technical Center at L’Isle Jourdain, in the intensive agricultural area around Toulouse in southwest France. The site […]
Researchers Combating Downy Mildew in Vegetables
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has awarded Michigan State University researchers and collaborators at six other universities across the country a four-year, $2.3 million grant to develop management plans for […]