Why Barley is a Labour of Love for Ana Badea
Some researchers are driven not just by academic interest, but by a deep-rooted connection to their subject matter. Ana Badea, the new chair of the Prairie Grain Development Committee (PGDC) […]
Are You an Early Adopter and Just don’t Know it?
Buying a new phone is a no-brainer for most people, as they can reap the benefits right after they take it out of the box. Buying a new piece of […]
Moses Palmer is Helping Seed Analysts to Grow
In the dictionary next to the word multitasking, there should be a photo of Moses Palmer. His days are a whirlwind of lab analyses, customer service, and overseeing the seamless […]
U.S. Transportation Secretary Discusses Mitigating Impact of Baltimore Bridge Collapse
Other U.S. East Coast ports are absorbing some of the traffic U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg recently spoke about the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse at the Port of Baltimore. […]
ASTA’s Interactive Seed Resource Map is Online
Tool helps farmers boost production and sustainability efforts. The American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) recently updated its guide to help farmers, landowners and others easily find and contact professional seed […]
Pivot Like a Pro
Evolving market dynamics can turn unexpected challenges into opportunities to adapt and thrive. Is this scenario familiar? Following an annual off-site, several follow-up meetings, some difficult decisions and a large-scale […]
U.S. Agricultural Trade Balance Sees Shift to Deficit, Reflecting Changing Consumer Tastes
Fiscal Year 2023 marks the third time in five years the U.S. agricultural trade balance has been in deficit. For almost six decades, the United States maintained a surplus in […]
This Week’s Eclipse is a Reminder of our Place in Nature
This rare phenomenon offered a moment of reflection for the seed industry’s place in nature. On April 8, we experienced another total solar eclipse in the United States. This one […]
Kenny Piecharka and KWS are Unlocking the Potential of Hybrid Rye
In a recent interview, Kenny Piecharka, the newly appointed country manager for KWS, shared insights into his promotion, the company’s growth trajectory, and the future of hybrid rye in Canada. […]
Brasathe Jeganathan is Showing the Way to Bolstering Faba Bean
Brasathe Jeganathan came to Canada from Sri Lanka in 2016, seeking to bridge the gaps in her scientific expertise. Now she’s helping open up a new future for faba bean […]
Seeds Canada Reaffirms its Position on Regulatory Modernization
In a news release sent out yesterday, Seeds Canada has reaffirmed its positions on Seed Regulatory Modernization (SRM), specifically the idea for an independent advisory committee to help guide policy […]
The Pitura Seeds Polar Bear Plunge Fundraiser has Been a Huge Success
Nineteen brave souls took the plunge into the freezing depths of a pond on the Pitura Seeds grounds in Domain, Man., on March 22, raising over $70,000 for STARS Ambulance. […]
GDM Anuncia la Adquisición Estratégica del Negocio del Maíz y Sorgo de KWS en Sudamérica
Adquisición fortalece la posición de GDM en la región. GDM, una empresa global de genética vegetal, anunció la adquisición estratégica del negocio de maíz y sorgo de KWS en Sudamérica. […]
The Environmental Working Group Is Scaring Us Again – Or Is It?
So, here we go. Something else to worry about. At least according to the Environmental Working Group (EWG), a non-profit organization that states as its goal the “providing of easy […]
Euroseeds Welcomes Commission’s Green Biotech Ambition, Proposes Actions for Agri-Food Sector Resilience
Euroseeds acknowledges the European Commission’s comprehensive biotechnology strategy, recently unveiled to enhance food security and sustainability within the EU. The initiative, introduced just last week, outlines targeted actions aimed at […]
First Phoma Leaf Spot Resistance To Azole Fungicide Found in Western Europe
The fungal species that cause Phoma leaf spot and stem canker in oilseed rape are showing decreased sensitivity to some chemical controls, sparking concerns for growers in Western Europe, according […]
Dutch Flowers Back in St. Peter’s Square in Rome At Easter
During Easter Mass celebrated by the Pope, St. Peter’s Square in Vatican City, Rome, is adorned with colorful flower arrangements, a cherished tradition stemming from Dutch florists embellishing the square […]
Investing in CRISPR for Crops of the Future: What We Heard at World Agri-Tech
Has CRISPR fully delivered on its potential? What should we expect ahead? Syngenta’s Gusui Wu tackled these questions at World Agri-Tech in San Francisco.
Companies to Watch: From the Start-Up Arena at World Agri-Tech
World Agri-Tech 2024 in San Francisco featured 60+ start-ups pitching ag innovation concepts. Here are seed-related standouts
Attention Public Plant Science Programs! Help us Shine a Spotlight on Your Important Work
Don’t miss the chance to have your research program recognized as a top advancer of the Canadian seed sector! Seed World Canada is on the hunt for the plant breeding programs […]
Seeding the Future: Arevo’s Investment in Sustainable Farming and Global Expansion
Marcel Bruins, Editorial Director of Seed World Europe, sits down with Niklas Åström, CEO of Swedish company Arevo. Åström shares what his company is doing, and how that is helping the Farm to Fork strategy. He lifts the veil on the latest investment news of his company and how it is planning to use the additional money. Besides expanding internationally, the company is also looking for additional staff, and Åström indicates which positions he is looking for, and what crops the company is focussing on.
GDM Acquires KWS’ Corn and Sorghum Business in Strategic South American Expansion
Acquisition strengthens GDM’s position in the region. GDM, a global plant genetics company, announced its strategic acquisition of KWS’ corn and sorghum business in South America. “This transaction represents a […]
Penn State Researchers Unveil Root-Mapping Technology for a Greener Future
The tool could enhance crop drought resilience, improve nitrogen uptake and boost carbon sequestration in soil. As the threat of climate change intensifies, possibly leading to worsening global drought conditions […]
Three Radically Different Examples of How CRISPR Will Transform Agriculture
In this World Agri-Tech San Francisco recap, moderator Howard-Yana Shapiro talks expert panelists through CRISPR’s opportunities ahead.
Drones Have the Power to Transform Breeding Programs. Here’s What’s Coming
In the past 20 years, great strides have been made in understanding the intricate relationship between genetics and phenotypic expression. The rapid evolution of genomic and bioinformatic tools has propelled […]
Can CSGA’s Doug Miller Handle the Heat? Register Now for our Upcoming SRM Webinar and Find Out
Don’t miss out on this showdown of wit, knowledge, and taste buds! With the release of the Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s latest Seed Regulatory Modernization (SRM) consultation survey, Seed World […]
How Sandeep Rana is Embracing a Legacy and Leading with Vision
In just six years, Sandeep Rana has garnered a variety of accolades, including the prestigious Virginia Tech School of Plant & Environmental Sciences Outstanding Alumni Award for 2023, Outstanding Industry […]
Jill McDonald Envisions a Bright Future for Barley, but we Need to Ensure it Remains a Competitive Crop
In Saskatchewan, a dedicated board of six barley farmers has been tirelessly working to enhance the profitability of barley for producers across the province. At the recent 2024 Barley Symposium […]
Every Day is World Water Day
The seed industry is always innovating to conserve and more efficiently use water in a changing climate. Water is essential to the seed industry, playing a pivotal role in every […]
Trust, Transparency and Communication: The Way Forward to Prevent Pest Transmission
A closer look at emerging plant diseases and strategies for their mitigation. WHY IT MATTERS: Over the past few years, emerging plant diseases have garnered significant attention at the international level, […]
Study Reveals Power of Maize’s Microbial Allies
Genetic makeup of maize offers new pathways to enhance stress resilience and crop breeding Plants rely on bacteria and fungi in the root zone for nutrient absorption and protection against […]
BrettYoung Opens Turf Seed Processing Facility
BrettYoung is growing — and so are its operational capacities. To keep up with the demand from its customers who serve global turf seed markets, BrettYoung has made a $20 […]
Water is Life
World Water Day is an opportunity to focus on water: how we use it, how we support fair and universal access to it, and how our seed industry plays a […]
Amid Concerns Over Stable Funding, the Field Crop Development Centre has Been Rebranded as Western Crops Innovations
The news comes just months after the facility’s program director said stable funding was a concern for staff and stakeholders. Last summer at AgSmart in Olds, Alta., Field Crop Development […]
Corn Cobs vs. Woodchips: A Surprising Showdown to Transform Water Quality
Iowa State researchers say this agricultural byproduct could be the game-changer in reducing nitrates, at a fraction of the cost. Corn cobs might outperform woodchips in reducing nitrates in water-quality […]
Un hongo bueno entre nosotros
Una investigación desarrollada en Brasil podría ser la arma no química contra la chicharrita del maíz. La chicharrita del maíz, Dalbulus maidis, es un serio problema para los agricultores de todo […]