Do You Want to Be Right? Or, Do You Want Things to Go Well?
At Seed World Group, one of our interview questions is, ‘When was the last time you changed your mind about something?’ It’s shocking to me how often people don’t have […]
Register Now for Our Next Webinar on Innovation in Cereal Breeding
Join us for an insightful Seed World Retail Strategy webinar focused on Innovations in Cereals, where experts in the field will share their knowledge and breakthroughs in cereal production. This […]
From Backpacks to Seed Packs: Get Ready to Learn the Art of Grading
It’s September, which means school buses are rolling, playgrounds are buzzing, and class is back in session. Back to school has me thinking about back to school for the seed […]
Knowledge of Genetics is Changing the Face of Pest Management
When it comes to wheat midge, soybean cyst nematode and root rot in pulses, researchers are staying ahead of the enemy. Imagine you’re a tiny wheat midge, buzzing around in […]
Vilsack Not Opposed to Another Term
The U.S. Secretary of Agriculture will consider continuing to serve if asked. According to a news release from the Governors Biofuels Coalition, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack has indicated […]
Creative Destruction in the Plant Breeding Sector
Creative destruction in the plant breeding sector involves innovations that significantly disrupt traditional practices, leading to the decline or transformation of existing methods, products, or industries. Here are some notable […]
Choosing the Right Crops for Future Climates
Climate change is increasingly central to political agendas, media discussions, and agricultural planning. Once casual conversations about tomorrow’s weather have shifted to serious concerns about how future climate conditions will […]
The Right Product on the Right Acre is Key
One thing I’ve learned from working with wheat in West Central North Dakota for so many years is that it’s hugely important for the right product to be grown on […]
CSGA is 120 Years Young! You can Help it Celebrate
As we mark the 120th anniversary of the Canadian Seed Growers’ Association (CSGA), I am filled with profound pride and gratitude. This milestone is more than just a number; it […]
Petra Jorasch on the Euroseeds2024 InnovAction Stage: A Deep Dive into Plant Breeding Innovations
Join us as Petra Jorasch, Manager of Plant Breeding Innovation Advocacy at Euroseeds, shares exclusive insights into the Euroseeds2024 InnovAction Stage, where the spotlight is on the latest advancements in […]
Indiana Crop Improvement Announces New Testing and Analysis for Corn Seed
New genetic testing assay and genetic purity analysis uses DNA markers. Indiana Crop Improvement Association Inc. (ICIA) recently announced the development and release of a new genetic testing assay, genetic […]
See you at the Seed Congress of the Americas in Buenos Aires!
From World Seed Congress to the Association of Official Seed Certifying Agencies’ annual meeting, to the Seeds Canada meetings and a ton of meetings in between, I’ve been on the […]
Business and Bubbly: Ellen Sparry Lets us Have a Look at her Leadership Playbook
As Ellen Sparry looks back on her three-year tenure as president of Seeds Canada, her voice is tinged with nostalgia, but also pride. “My favorite memory? There are so many, […]
Knocking out the Problem You Didn’t Know You Had
Nematodes, which are microscopic worms, are everywhere. They’re the most ubiquitous organism on Earth. While their levels and specific species vary depending on soil health and type, geographic location, previous […]
Knowing the Difference Between Consensus and Engagement Makes ALL the Difference
As I facilitate discussions around the world, I’ve come to learn what makes for a truly successful discussion that results in substantive change versus an outcome that simply keeps status […]
UK Government Posts Changes to Sustainable Farming Incentive
The UK Government published a summary of recent changes to the actions and scheme information for the expanded Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) on GOV.UK. The majority of the updates have been implemented […]
Scientists are Drowning Tomatoes
In the rooftop laboratory of Morrill Hall, Esther Ngumbi, an entomology professor at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, faces the challenge of making her voice heard over the roaring greenhouse fans. The benches around her are filled with struggling tomato plants. Some are submerged in water, with yellowing leaves and withering stems, while a few have managed to produce small, fragile tomatoes. It’s a distressing scene, but this is all part of Ngumbi’s deliberate experiment, detailed in a UI news release, to test how these plants respond to flooding—a growing concern for farmers due to climate change.
Certified Seed, A Plus for Consumers Too
Certified seed is the essence of the work of the seed industry. At the same time, it is a fundamental added value for all food production chains. In Italy the […]
Global Soybean Demand Still Declining
As the U.S. enters the 2024/25 soybean marketing year Sept. 1, export sales of new-crop soybeans are at historic lows. However, several factors may potentially revitalize demand for U.S. soybeans in the coming marketing year.
The Humanness of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
In recent months, the conversation around diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) has dramatically shifted. With the end of affirmative action as a factor in college admissions, the closure of many university DEI offices and corporations reevaluating DEI initiatives, it’s easy to feel like these concepts are losing ground. However, I believe this is the perfect time to reflect on the true meaning of these words and why they are more important than ever—not just in policy but in our everyday lives, businesses and relationships.
Students! Apply Now for a CPBI Innovation Scholarship
Apply for the Innovation Scholarship and get the chance to win up to $10,000 to help fund your studies. Learn more about the eligibility criteria and how to apply.
Bringing Innovation to Life: The Vision Behind Euroseeds 2024’s InnovAction Stage
Join us for an exclusive conversation with Garlich von Essen, CEO & Secretary General of Euroseeds, as he introduces the InnovAction Stage at Euroseeds 2024—a groundbreaking addition to the Euroseeds […]
Nominate a Breeder for the Canadian Plant Breeding & Genetics Award
The PBG Award is a prestigious award given to Canadian students who demonstrate excellence in academics, leadership, and community service. Learn more about the award and how to apply.
The United States has Given the Green Light to GM Wheat
Bioceres Crop Solutions Corp. has just achieved a major milestone with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) giving the green light to its HB4 wheat technology. The USDA’s favourable Regulatory […]
What GDM’s Acquisition of KWS Corn and Sorghum Assets Means for the South American Seed Sector
At the beginning of August, 2024, GDM initiated the formal integration process of KWS’ corn and sorghum assets in South America, following approval by Brazil’s Administrative Council for Economic Defense […]
¿Quieres hacer crecer tu negocio en LATAM?
El 9º Congreso de Semillas de las Américas se celebrará en Buenos Aires, Argentina, del 30 de septiembre al 2 de octubre de 2024. El Congreso es algo que todas […]
Knowing the Difference Between Consensus and Engagement Makes ALL the Difference
As I facilitate discussions around the world, I’ve come to learn what makes for a truly successful discussion that results in substantive change versus an outcome that simply keeps status […]
Keeping Pace with Technological Change Requires Seed Labs to up Their Game
Successfully adopting new technologies isn’t as simple as putting a new machine in the lab. It requires regulatory and industry know-how that only comes from experience. My journey in seed […]
Hutton to Co-Lead New UK-Wide Center Focused on Developing Sustainable Alternatives to Animal Proteins
The James Hutton Institute announced on 28 August its role in co-leading a new £38m UK-wide centre which could soon see alternatives to animal proteins made from plants, fungi, algae […]
Want to Build Your Business in LATAM?
The 9th Seed Congress of the Americas is coming up in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Sept. 30 – Oct. 2, 2024. The Congress is something that every North and South American seed […]
We Are Not Gauchos
Every day, each of Argentina’s 45 million citizens finds something on their table that was produced by a farmer somewhere in the country. Beyond feeding its own population, Argentina’s agriculture […]
No Somos Gauchos
Cada uno de los 45 millones de argentinos recibe en su mesa todos los días algo que algún productor generó en algún lugar del país. Además, la agricultura abastece a […]
The Critical Need for Harmonized Regulations in the Global Movement of Treated Seed
In today’s interconnected world, the free and efficient movement of treated seed across international borders is not just a matter of convenience; it’s a critical component of ensuring that farmers […]
ASTA’s Top Exec Talks Gene Editing, Steering the Industry Through Political Storms
In a time when political storms are swirling both in the United States and here in Canada, the seed industry faces a daunting challenge: staying focused on innovation and progress […]
SaskBarley is Bolstering Breeding Efforts by Becoming a Member of Western Crop Innovations
The Saskatchewan Barley Development Commission (SaskBarley) has joined Western Crop Innovations (WCI) as a voting member, committing $50,000 in core funding as a transitional grant for the current fiscal year. “This is an important […]
Faster, Cost-Effective Biomass Analysis
But new research from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) shows that near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy, combined with machine learning, is transforming how we analyze raw materials like corn kernels and sorghum biomass—delivering quicker, more affordable results without sacrificing accuracy.