New Study Reveals How Reduced Rainfall Threatens Plant Diversity
A new study states that addressing the effects of climate change while safeguarding biodiversity is a key priority for both scientists and policymakers. As climate change leads to more frequent […]
El USDA Responde a la Medida de México para Proteger 5.600 Millones de Dólares en Exportaciones de Maíz de EE. UU.
El Departamento de Agricultura de los Estados Unidos (USDA) elogió la reciente decisión de México de declarar ineficaces sus medidas sobre el maíz genéticamente modificado (GM) tras una impugnación exitosa […]
First Detection of Pea Necrotic Yellow Dwarf Virus in Chickpeas in Germany
A research team led by plant virus expert Dr. Björn Krenz from the Leibniz Institute DSMZ-German Collection of Microorganisms and Cell Cultures GmbH in Braunschweig, Germany, has examined chickpeas grown […]
USDA Reacts to Mexico’s Action to Protect $5.6 Billion in U.S. Corn Exports
This decision secures approximately $5.6 billion in annual U.S. corn exports to Mexico, a vital market that consistently accounts for nearly 25% of all U.S. corn exports. In 2024, Mexico imported 17.3 million metric tons of U.S. corn, with about 75% used for livestock feed and the remainder for food production, including tortillas and snack products.
ICYMI: Key Content from ASTA Vegetable and Flower Seed Conference
We released a lot of content from the American Seed Trade (ASTA) Vegetable and Flower Seed Conference in Orlando. Catch up on all of it right here! Read: Genome Editing […]
We Asked: Three Key Questions for URUPOV’s Operations Manager, Victoria Stewart
Seed World LATAM sat down with the Uruguayan Plant Breeders Association operations manager, Victoria Stewart, to get perspective on three critical questions about today’s seed sector. 1. What skills do today’s plant breeders […]
Water Lentils Authorized for Production and Consumption In EU
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has officially approved water lentils, or duckweed, for production and consumption as fresh vegetables in the EU. This approval follows nearly a decade of […]
A Lifeline for Insects? WUR Develops Irresistible Crops
Recent scientific studies reveal that three-quarters of insect populations have vanished over the past 30 years. To address this decline, scientists from 13 countries have teamed up under the AGRI4POL […]
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Fun Facts on Courgettes
Courgettes are a type of summer squash. They are versatile, nutritious, and popular in many cuisines. Let’s dive into some fascinating fun facts about this green vegetable. Appreciated Under Many […]
Estudio destaca rol de Chile en Biotecnología Agrícola y Edición Genética
Un estudio reciente publicado en Plants (Basel) por el Dr. Miguel Ángel Sánchez, Director Ejecutivo de ChileBio, destaca el papel de Chile en la biotecnología agrícola. En 2017, Chile adoptó un marco […]
Study Highlights Chile’s Role in Agricultural Biotechnology and Gene Editing
A recent study published in Plants (Basel) by Dr. Miguel Ángel Sánchez, Executive Director of ChileBio, highlights Chile’s role in agricultural biotechnology. In 2017, Chile adopted a science-based regulatory framework for new […]
Spend Smarter to Build a Better Business
Do you really know where every dollar of your business is going? A closer look might reveal surprising opportunities to redirect spending for better results. I recently read Double Your […]
How Evan Groover is Exploring Plant Synthetic Biology and Democratizing CRISPR
Plant synthetic biology is reshaping the way we think about engineering plants, offering a fresh perspective on how we can harness plant genomes to create innovative and beneficial solutions for […]
TEA-Supporting Agri-Food Chain Signs Assementi Manifesto with 5 Requests
Representatives of the Italian agri-food supply chain have called on institutions to create an investment program to enhance field experimentation, raise public awareness of the benefits of TEA, and strengthen […]
Le preguntamos: Tres preguntas clave a la gerente de APROSEMP, Dra. Dólia Garcete
Seed World LATAM se reunió con la Dra. Dólia Garcete, gerente de APROSEMP de Paraguay, para obtener una perspectiva sobre tres preguntas críticas sobre el sector de semillas actual. Necesitamos […]
Advancements in Seed Quality Evaluation Using Artificial intelligence and 2D X-Ray Imaging
A recently published study has made significant advancements in the automated detection of internal seed defects using artificial intelligence combined with 2D X-ray imaging. This innovative approach employs advanced deep learning models […]
‘Tomatoes that Work for You’: Transforming Challenges into Advantages
‘Tomatoes that Work for You’ is a new umbrella concept from Hazera encompassing a range of tomato varieties that successfully overcome key production challenges — challenges such as a significant […]
Syngenta Seeds Announces New Distribution Model for NK Soybeans
Syngenta Seeds has unveiled a new distribution model for its NK traited soybeans, aiming to respond more swiftly to market demands. Beginning with the 2026 crop season, NK soybeans will […]
CSGA Gearing Up for Annual Meeting in Victoria
The Canadian Seed Growers’ Association (CSGA) is gearing up for its highly anticipated annual general meeting, set to take place in the picturesque city of Victoria, B.C from July 3-5. […]
How Dave Hansen Became a Pillar of Innovation in the Seed World
By all accounts, Dave Hansen’s career in agriculture wasn’t something he planned for. “Dave’s journey into the industry was serendipitous,” says Rob Graf, retired wheat breeder and science advisor for […]
Smoke, Mirrors, & Market Realities: Errol Anderson Says Don’t Panic Over Tariff Threats
Tariffs have become one of the most debated weapons in the global trade arsenal. But are they as impactful as headlines suggest? According to Errol Anderson, a seasoned market analyst […]
We Asked: Three Key Questions for APROSEMP’s Manager Dr. Dólia Garcete
Seed World LATAM sat down with Dr. Dólia Garcete, manager at Paraguay’s APROSEMP, to get perspective on three critical questions about today’s seed sector. 1. What skills do today’s plant breeders need to succeed? We […]
INVITE: Molecular Markers, Phenotyping and Envirotyping for Variety Testing
The final conference of the INVITE project, held on Dec. 10 in Brussels, brought together experts, policymakers, and stakeholders from across Europe to reflect on the project’s achievements and discuss […]
Informe de la ONU: 74% de América Latina y el Caribe están altamente expuestos a condiciones climáticas extremas
Los cambios en los patrones climáticos y los fenómenos meteorológicos extremos están empeorando la seguridad alimentaria y agravando la malnutrición en América Latina y el Caribe, según el Panorama Regional de […]
UN Report: 74% of Latin America, Caribbean Highly Exposed to Extreme Weather
Changing climate patterns and extreme weather events are worsening food security and aggravating malnutrition across Latin America and the Caribbean, according to the 2024 Regional Overview of Food Security and Nutrition. The […]
A Tariff on Peanuts You Say?
Slap a tariff on peanuts! That was the decision arrived at by the U.S. Congress in 1921 after hearing testimony about how American peanut farmers were being undercut by imported […]
Higher Yield, Lower Impact: The Future of Soybean Farming Starts Today
Productivity and sustainability are key challenges in modern agriculture. Enter Arevo, a biotechnology company that is breaking new ground with its latest innovation, Arevo Booster for soy. This novel seed […]
One Trench at a Time: How John Conrad Tackled the Western Crop Innovations Transition
As one of the key figures guiding the transition of Western Crop Innovations (WCI) through its recent transition phase, Conrad has been deeply involved in shaping this next phase as […]
Farmer Optimism on the Rise
U.S. farmers entered 2025 with a renewed sense of optimism, as the January Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer rose five points from the previous month, reaching a reading of 141.
This uptick was driven by a 9-point gain in the Current Conditions Index and a 3-point increase in the Future Expectations Index.
Fighting Hunger and Poverty Through Quality Seed Access
Imagine a world where a single seed can transform lives, providing nourishment, economic stability and hope for the future. In this video, we learn more about Seed Programs International and […]
60 Years of LG: A Farmer’s Brand Growing with Farmers
I have just joined Limagrain Field Seeds, and in my first weeks as Global Brand Lead, one thing has become overwhelmingly clear — LG is not just another agricultural brand. […]
Scientists Predict What Will Be Top of the Crops in UK by 2080 Due to Climate Change
Future conditions will favor the growth of chickpeas and oranges, while some key crops may become more difficult to cultivate in agricultural heartlands. While climate change is expected to present […]
Strengthen Farmers’ Influence in Supply Chains, Reduce Administrative Burden in CAP
On Jan. 27, during the European Union’s Agriculture and Fisheries Council meeting in Brussels, ministers from Member States discussed how to strengthen farmers’ influence in the food supply chain and […]
Here’s Why Stewardship is So Much More Than a Buzzword
Sustainability and stewardship are critically important to the future of the seed sector and, more broadly, globally agriculture. However, they’ve been used so much, by so many, and to describe […]