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Uruguay Avanza en la Innovación del Fitomejoramiento con el Decreto de Edición Genética

En marzo, Uruguay demostró su compromiso con la innovación tecnológica cuando los órganos legislativos del país aprobaron un decreto sobre la edición de genes, marcando un hito importante para el sector de las semillas del país. Este avance normativo, fruto de varios años de trabajo, busca promover la innovación y proporcionar un marco claro para el desarrollo de nuevas tecnologías en la agricultura.

Cultural Intelligence to Suc-Seed Across Borders

One of the most common mistakes is assessing other people’s behavior through our own cultural lens, says Coco Hofs, a Dutch-born intercultural trainer and founder of the intercultural consulting firm, CCS – Cross-Cultural Solutions. With over a decade of experience, she has helped countless organizations overcome cultural differences in the international workplace. 

Inteligencia Cultural para el Éxito Sin Fronteras

Plantar semillas en tierras desconocidas es una metáfora de la incertidumbre de hacer negocios en otras culturas: No sabremos el rendimiento exacto de nuestra cosecha -o el costo de nuestros errores- hasta que crezcan las semillas que hemos sembrado. Tener éxito en nuestro propio país, donde uno conoce las “reglas de la casa”, no necesariamente garantiza que las mismas estrategias resulten exitosas en otros lugares.

Crops that Fertilize Themselves

No matter a seed’s genetics, nitrogen fertilizer is critical for achieving high yields, especially in corn.  Editor’s note: Seed World U.S. wishes you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New […]

How are Varieties Protected in Ukraine?

Seed World Europe wishes you happy holidays. And while you’re having a great time with your families and friends over the holidays, there may be moments, you’d like to take a […]

Outstanding Breeder of the Last Century: Dr. Alejandro Violic 

At the age of 99, Dr. Alejandro Violic is a prominent figure in the field of plant genetics, whose life and work have transpired in parallel to the evolution of this science over the last century. His sharp mind and physical vigor are astonishing, making him easily look 25 years younger.

The Queen of Sustainability

Alfalfa is sometimes called the “Queen of forages,” because it is a high-yielding nutritional powerhouse that has many soil benefits, drought tolerance and deep roots, all while being environmentally sustainable.

Regen Ag — Fad or Future?

We take a look at what regenerative agriculture is, what seed companies are doing towards regenerative agriculture, and how they make sure their practices are a good fit with their intended region.

From Lab to Legislation

Marlene Ortiz Berrocal was completing her Ph.D in plant biotechnology at the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México on route to beginning an academic career in research when her studies took an almost accidental right turn. It changed the entire direction of her career path, unexpectedly turning her into a powerful regulatory ally for Mexico’s seed sector. 

Del Laboratorio a la Legislación

Marlene Ortiz Berrocal estaba terminando su doctorado en biotecnología vegetal en la Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, a punto de iniciar una carrera académica de investigación, cuando sus estudios cambiaron de dirección de forma casi accidental. Cambió por completo el rumbo de su carrera, convirtiéndola inesperadamente en una poderosa aliada de la regulación del sector de las semillas en México. 

Protagonistas De La Historia Semillera Del Último Siglo: Dr. Alejandro Violic Martinovic

Con 99 años de edad, el Dr. Alejandro Violic Martinovic es una figura sobresaliente en el campo de la fitogenética, cuya vida y labor han transcurrido en paralelo a la evolución de esta ciencia durante el último siglo. Su mente lúcida y vigor físico son sorprendentes, haciéndolo aparentar 25 años menos. En su incansable búsqueda de excelencia, Violic ha vivido una vida marcada por su dedicación al sector agrícola, en especial a la formación de jóvenes genetistas y agrónomos en el arte y la ciencia del mejoramiento genético y las técnicas de producción.

Seeding a PGA Championship

When the PGA Championship returns to Charlotte, North Carolina in 2025, Quail Hollow Club will have touched every inch of the course to meticulously prepare for the world’s best golfers. Behind the scenes of this storied event is Keith Wood, the golf course superintendent, whose responsibility lies in ensuring the perfect balance of playability and aesthetics for a major championship. But achieving this isn’t simply about watering greens and trimming fairways — it’s about innovation, precision and selecting the right seeds.

Food Security is National Security

Cyber attacks targeting the food and agriculture industry, including the seed sector, are on the rise in the United States. To address these evolving threats, the National Food and Agriculture Information Sharing and Analysis Center (ISAC) has partnered with Iowa State University, the University of Nebraska, Purdue University, and Virginia Tech. This collaboration aims to pair university research experts with real-world industry threats, designing solutions to protect the sector.

Thirteen Organizations Sign Historic Agreement to Fight Illegal Seed Practices

The International Seed Federation (ISF) joined forces with 12 organizations representing and defending the interests of plant breeders worldwide to collaborate in the fight against illegal seed practices (ISP) through a historic memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed today at the ISF World Seed Congress 2024.

Cressing the Threshold 

The speed at which Pennycress has moved from weed to commercial crop is unprecedented — perhaps the fastest completion of this process in history. 

Join the LegumES Project to Unlock the Benefits of Legumes

Scientists at the James Hutton Institute, world leaders in agricultural ecology research, seek farmers to participate in trials to measure legume-related benefits following easy-to-use monitoring methods. The project aims to […]

Un Servicio Cinco Estrellas Para Cada Cliente

Cuando confías tu genética a otra empresa, deberían tratarte como un huésped de un hotel de cinco estrellas. Esto puede sonar un poco inusual, pero lo digo porque antes de […]

Sorghum Captures Interest in Poland, Hungary

Poland and Hungary are charting their sorghum course. Sorghum Captures Interest in Poland For the first time this year, PZPK, the Polish Corn Producers Association, has established a trial plot […]

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