Powering Up Plant Protein
Meanwhile, gene-editing technologies are allowing for precise modifications to genes and Moolec Science, a molecular farming biotech company has focused their attention on expanding the horizons of what plant protein can do, or be. Piggy Sooy, a genetically modified soybean, with a target of up to 26% of the total soluble protein in the bean, is the first of its kind.
Un Nuevo Informe del WCR Revela Alarmantes Inconsistencias en el Sector de las Semillas de Café en América Latina
World Coffee Research (WCR), una organización estadounidense sin fines de lucro, ha dado a conocer un exhaustivo informe técnico que pone de manifiesto importantes incoherencias en el sector de las semillas de café en toda América Latina.
WCR Report Unveils Alarming Gaps in Latin America’s Coffee Seed Sector
World Coffee Research reports alarming levels of genetic nonconformity in LATAM coffee nurseries.
Can We Introduce Access and Burden Sharing
The Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), coined in Rio de Janeiro in 1992, declared that genetic resources fall under the sovereignty of nations and therefore that nations have the task […]
Texas A&M Opens Reimagined Norman E. Borlaug Building
Texas A&M University celebrated the grand opening of the newly renovated Norman E. Borlaug Building this fall. A TAMU news release said the redesigned 85,355-square-foot facility is set to become a hub for groundbreaking research in nutrition, food insecurity, precision nutrition, and responsive agriculture.
New Insights Into Wild Wheat Genetics Could Advance Modern Wheat Breeding
Research detailing the genome of Tausch’s goatgrass, a wild wheat relative, has been published in Nature and detailed in a Michigan State University news release. The findings could play a […]
No-Till, No Limits
For decades, farmers across the country have discussed, dabbled and dedicated whole fields to no-till or reduced tillage practices and they have faced many challenges along the way. Seed companies have played a pivotal role in overcoming many of these challenges by breeding for rapid emergence, disease resistance, herbicide tolerance and the ability to adapt to cool soils. Additionally, developing crops for different growing regions where they previously would not be productive has given farmers a large portfolio of seeds to choose from that will thrive in no-till situations and allow for solid crop rotations
Collaborating for a Climate-Smart Future
Part 4 of “No-Till, No Limits.“ In agriculture, every challenge is a new opportunity. As the interest in no-till farming increases, there’s an opportunity for seed companies, livestock producers and […]
Evolution of Seed Treatments and Equipment
Part 3 of “No-Till, No Limits.” Additionally, changes in plant breeding and incorporating herbicide resistance by seed companies have given no-till farmers more herbicide options to tackle the weeds in […]
Seed Breeding and Traits for No-Till Success
Part 2 of “No-Till, No Limits.“ One of the early challenges to no-till was the equipment. Planters were not set up to create the nice seed beds needed for good […]
No-Till Timeline
Watch our Latest Webinar On-Demand and Discover the Role AI Plays in Seed Variety Identification
With advancements in artificial intelligence transforming the landscape of seed variety identification, new opportunities exist to enhance product quality, boost customer trust and streamline logistics. This session, part of our […]
Cómo Mejorar el Movimiento de Semillas en el Mundo – Parte 1
Una Inmersión Profunda en el Enfoque de Sistemas Multilaterales POR QUÉ ES IMPORTANTE: Mover semillas alrededor del mundo puede ser un verdadero dolor de cabeza. Uno de los principales obstáculos […]
The A-Maizing Crop: Corn Breeding – Trends, Innovations, and the Future of Corn in 2045
Editor’s Note: This article is part of a series on corn breeding in the European seed sector. As explained in Part 1 of this series, corn (also known widely as maize) is […]
Ballots to Bills, Perspective From Both Sides of the Aisle
ASTA’s Payton Englert discusses upcoming changes at the Federal level and an interesting session at the Field Crop Seed Convention coming up next month in Orlando. Editor’s note: This interview […]
Why ISTA’s Role in Seed Testing is Becoming More Important
Our laboratory has been registered and accredited by the International Seed Testing Association (ISTA) for the past 18 years, enjoying a broad scope of scientific technologies that continues to make […]
Ukraine Adopts Strategy to Save Crop Diversity
Ukraine, known as one of the world’s key breadbaskets, boasts a rich diversity of agricultural plants. However, the Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022 dealt a significant blow to its […]
How MAS Seeds is Accelerating Temperate Corn and Sunflower Breeding
In 2019, MAS Seeds significantly enhanced its global research and development capabilities by establishing a new R&D platform in Mexico. This expansion strategically aims to accelerate innovation in temperate corn […]
McDonald’s, Syngenta, and Lopez Foods Partner to Boost Sustainable Beef Production in the U.S.
Through innovative feed technology and collaboration, this partnership aims to cut greenhouse gas emissions, reduce resource usage, and enhance feed efficiency in beef production. McDonald’s USA, one of the world’s […]
USDA Greenlights Four GM Plants
The USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has reviewed and approved four new GM plants, including pennycress, clementines, peas and potatoes, determining they pose no greater plant pest […]
The Maestro of Durum Breeding: Curtis Pozniak Receives the 2025 Plant Breeding and Genetics Award
When it comes to groundbreaking innovation in modern durum breeding, few names resonate as strongly as Curtis Pozniak. This year, Seed World Canada and Seeds Canada celebrate his incredible contributions […]
Innovación en el Sector Semillero de LatAm
Los startups de Sudamérica lideran el cambio. La agricultura, y en particular el sector de las semillas enfrenta retos sin precedentes, incluyendo la escasez de recursos, el cambio climático y […]
Innovation in LatAm’s Seed Sector
South American startups lead the change. Agriculture, particularly the seed sector, is facing unprecedented challenges, including resource scarcity, climate change, and growing demand for food. In a world where the […]
Producción de contraestación y una Oportunidad para una Escapada!
A menudo, cuando viajo por trabajo, me gusta viajar acompañado de mi señora. Es la perfecta oportunidad para combinar trabajo y ocio, añadiendo algunos días extras al itinerario para explorar […]
Uniting Key Players in Agriculture: Insights from CropLife International Member Companies
Member companies share their impression about CropLife International. Why It Matters: CropLife International (CLI) represents the world’s leading R&D companies – BASF, Bayer, Corteva Agriscience, FMC, Sumitomo Chemical, and Syngenta […]
Cultured Pork Gets a Boost from Sorghum Proteins
Lab-grown meat, often referred to as cultured or “clean” meat, is no longer a futuristic concept according to a news release from the American Chemical Society. Since its initial debut over a decade ago, lab-grown chicken has even reached U.S. restaurants as of 2023. Now, new innovations are expanding these options, leveraging plant-based scaffolds to support meat cell growth. A study published in the ACS’ Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry highlights a groundbreaking approach: creating cultured pork using kafirin proteins extracted from red sorghum grain.
Bill Rooney’s Bioenergy Sorghum Revolution: Turning Innovation into Global Impact
In the mid-1990s, Bill Rooney took on a research program that would become pivotal in bioenergy. Rooney, now recognized as a leader in bioenergy sorghum, didn’t set out with a […]
El Panorama Normativo Regional sobre Cultivos Transgénicos
El panorama normativo de los cultivos transgénicos varía significativamente en América Latina.
LatAm’s Regional Landscape of GM Crop Regulations
The regulatory landscape for GM crops varies across Latin America, creating a patchwork of policies that complicate trade and innovation.
La Súplica de la Industria de las Semillas: Armonización de Regulaciones, Clave para el Futuro
La Súplica de la Industria de las Semillas: Armonización de Regulaciones
LatAm Seed Industry’s Plea: Harmonization of Regulations Key to Future Growth
Despite technological advancements that support high-yield, resilient crops, Latin America’s fragmented regulatory environment threatens to stifle progress.
Building Resilience: The Future of Agriculture with CropLife International
WHY IT MATTERS CropLife International is the global voice and leading advocate for the plant science industry. The organization aims to champion innovative technologies that help farmers grow more food […]
Ten More Exciting AAS Winners for 2025
All-America Selections (AAS), North America’s most well-known and respected non-profit plant trialing organization is pleased to announce TEN new AAS Winners available now for the 2025 gardening season. Brokers, growers […]
U.S. Sunflower Acreage Hits Record Low in 2024/25 Marketing Year
The USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service reports that, for the 2024/25 marketing year, U.S. farmers planted the smallest sunflower acreage on record. The drop in acreage is by nearly half compared to last year.
Agribusiness’ Evolution and Challenges Ahead
One of the highlights from the Corn Belt Seed Conference was Purdue University professor Jay Akridge outlining the big factors influencing agribusiness, and what’s ahead. Here’s a snapshot of the […]
Corn Belt Seed Conference Celebrates 125 Years of Advancing Agriculture and Seed Quality
As the Indiana Crop Improvement Association (ICIA) marks a historic milestone, CEO Craig Nelson reflects on a century and a quarter of growth, innovation and adaptation as ICIA continues to […]