CDC Meadow Nearly Got Thrown Out. Instead, It Became Canada’s 2026 Seed of the Year
A single breeding decision kept CDC Meadow alive long enough to become one of Canada’s most successful yellow pea varieties
Data Abundance Is Reshaping Plant Breeding
Enid Perez-Lara explains how data abundance is changing plant breeding, from integration challenges to better decision-making.
Why the Seed Sector Is Raising the Bar on Social Rights
In an interview with Ben Rivoire of the International Seed Federation, Seed World explores whether labor rights and ethical practices could become a major accountability issue for companies across the global seed value chain.
How CDC Meadow Became One of Canada’s Most Successful Yellow Pea Varieties
A single-star evaluation helped save a breeding line that would go on to become 2026 Seed of the Year
The Cultural Divide Between LATAM and the West
After speaking with University of Florida students, one plant researcher reflects on cultural differences in academic career paths, ambition and professional planning.
Australia’s Seed Market Rewards Those Who Play the Long Game
Australia’s seed market is difficult to access, but Australian Seed Federation CEO Katherine Delbridge says those barriers help build trust and opportunity.
Speed Wins in Seed: Honoring Mike Peterson for a Lifetime of Impact
Independent seed companies face constant pressure to introduce new genetics and respond to changing technology. Mike Peterson explains why speed, confidence in data and strong partnerships have been critical to success throughout his career.
New Seed Development Map Could Improve Crop Yield
A new seed development map from Whitehead Institute could help researchers study crop yield, nutrient storage and resilience.
Why Some Fields Win — And Others Don’t (Even When Everything Looks the Same)
Two fields can look the same but perform differently. Explore how below-ground biological interactions influence crop consistency, nutrient use, stress response and field performance.
New Pipeline Targets Fungicide Discovery in Wheat
A Rothamsted Research pipeline aims to speed fungicide discovery for Septoria tritici blotch by screening microbial compounds.
What do Seed Companies Really Want from AI?
AI can sharpen insights and speed decisions, but trust, relationships and personal service still drive the seed industry forward.
Made For This Land | On The Brink: Season 2 – Episode 4
Manitoba seed grower Jake Ayre of Southern Seed Ltd. argues Canadian plant breeding investment returns 34 to 1 — and that cutting it would erode farm profitability as input costs climb.
How Soil Fungi Could Help Crops Need Less Fertilizer
Soil fungi could help crops improve nutrient uptake and reduce fertilizer needs by maintaining beneficial root partnerships.
What Honeybees Can Teach Us About Leadership, Adaptability, and Working Together
Prairie Sweetheart Honey founder Rebecca Krowelski says honeybee colonies have mastered skills many organizations still struggle with, from collaborative decision-making and adaptability to putting purpose ahead of ego. Most people […]
European Agri-Food Coalition Backs NGT Compromise
A Push for Practical NGT Rules A coalition of 34 European agri-food value chain organisations is calling on Members of the European Parliament to support the adoption of the trilogue […]
Honoring Tim Gutormson for a Lifetime of Impact: Why Seed Quality Still Matters
After nearly five decades in seed testing, Tim Gutormson has seen the seed industry evolve dramatically. From advances in seed quality testing to the ongoing need for education and gentle seed handling, the SoDak Labs CEO reflects on the lessons learned during a career that helped shape modern seed quality standards.
GridScore NEXT Speeds Up Plant Breeding Research
GridScore NEXT helps crop researchers collect cleaner field data, reduce phenotyping errors and accelerate plant breeding.
Executive Leadership Strategy: How to Attract, Develop and Retain High-Performance Leaders
Leadership remains one of the biggest drivers of business success. Learn how organizations can attract, develop and retain high-performance leaders through strategic hiring, succession planning and leadership development.
Ukraine’s New GM Traceability Law Takes Shape
Ukraine’s GM traceability law will align seed, crop and product rules with EU standards ahead of its August 2026 rollout.
ISTA 2026: Seed Testing’s Biggest Annual Event is Heading to Calgary
From June 22–25, ISTA 2026 will bring together seed testing professionals, technical experts, regulators, and industry leaders from around the world to discuss the issues shaping global seed movement, market […]
We’re Not Taking Food Off The Plate
Sustainable aviation fuel is often criticized as “food for fuel,” but emerging feedstocks, agricultural residues and crop innovation tell a more complex story.
3D-Printed Technology Sheds Light on Fungal Highways in Wheat Crops
Researchers developed low-cost 3D-printed devices to study bacterial movement along fungal “highways” in soil and plants. Created by Rothamsted Research and collaborators, the scalable platform reveals how fungal networks transport bacteria under varying conditions, improving understanding of microbial communities, wheat disease interactions, sustainable crop protection and microbiome-based agricultural solutions.
How Uncertainty Around Nitrogen Rates Could Cost Corn Farmers Millions
Purdue researchers say accounting for nitrogen fertilizer uncertainty could improve corn profitability while reducing environmental impacts and input costs.
European Commission Proposes Fertiliser Action Plan for Farmers
The European Commission has proposed a fertiliser action plan to support farmers, boost domestic production and improve Europe’s food security.
Euroseeds 2026 Preview: Policy, Innovation & Global Stakes
Euroseeds Congress 2026 in Valencia will spotlight EU policy, innovation, global seed regions and the future of the industry.
Can Canada Talk Food Security While Cutting Agricultural Research?
At a time when Ottawa continues to talk about economic resilience and nation-building, dismantling agricultural research infrastructure may send the opposite signal
Why Plant Breeding Persistence Matters in Seeds
Plant breeding requires patience, discipline and long-term learning to develop better varieties and stronger seed sector leadership.
The Benefits of Upgrading Seed Processing Screening Equipment
You can tell a lot about a processing plant by watching the operators. If they’re constantly adjusting equipment, something isn’t working the way it should
USDA Extends Deregulation to New Pioneer Corn Variety Following APHIS Review
USDA APHIS has extended deregulation to Pioneer’s DP51291 corn variety following a plant pest risk review and completed public comment process.
PBR: Canada’s Hidden Innovation Engine | On The Brink: Season 2 – Episode 3
Anthony Parker, Canada’s Commissioner of Plant Breeders’ Rights, explains why PBR filings in cereals have declined for three years running — and what a made-in-Canada solution to the funding gap needs to include.
AI Model Predicts Tomato Virus Severity With 100% Accuracy
DeepTYLCV, developed at Sungkyunkwan University, uses artificial intelligence and viral genome sequence data to predict tomato yellow leaf curl virus virulence. Published in Plant Communications, the model identifies mild and severe TYLCV strains before field symptoms appear, supporting early disease surveillance, resistance breeding, precision agriculture and improved tomato crop protection worldwide.
The Million-Dollar Question Facing Canadian Plant Breeding
Seeds Canada argues stronger breeder protections are needed to ensure innovators see a return on investment and continue bringing new genetics to market
They Went on Vacation and Bought a Seed Company?! | The Fusion Seed Story
While on vacation in Hawaii, Chad and Sherry Goldsmith made a life-changing decision to buy a seed company. That leap became Fusion Seeds.
New Discovery Reveals How Crops Detect Stress and Disease
Researchers in Japan have discovered a copper-dependent hydrogen peroxide sensing system in plants, reshaping understanding of crop stress signaling and immunity. Published in Nature Communications, the study shows CARD1/HPCA1 detects H₂O₂ through metal-based redox chemistry, offering new insights for breeding or engineering crops with stronger disease resistance, stress tolerance and climate resilience.
WSC26: The Race for Faster Seed Innovation is Driving Companies to Chile
In today’s seed sector, speed is a critical competitive advantage. Chile is increasingly positioning itself as a key facilitator in that race. At World Seed Congress 2026 in Lisbon, ANPROS […]
Remembering Seedsmen Who Served
From the Civil War to World War II, these seedsmen helped shape American agriculture seed after military service.