De la Semilla a la Variedad: Guía Para Mujeres que Comienzan en el Fitomejoramiento
La próxima generación de mujeres en mejoramiento vegetal comienza su camino con claridad, ambición y determinación. Esta reflexión ofrece consejos sobre disciplina, visión profesional, redes de contacto y aprendizaje dentro de la industria.
She Knows What She Wants: Advice For Women Entering Plant Breeding
The next generation of women plant breeders is entering the industry with ambition, confidence and a clear sense of direction. The advice for them is to stay organized, learn how the industry works, build networks and make decisions that support their long-term goals.
What Happens Abroad Doesn’t Stay Abroad: Why Global Seed Systems Matter at Home
Global seed systems play a growing role in strengthening U.S. agriculture by supporting genetic diversity, seed health, regulatory cooperation and market development. For seed industry leaders, international engagement is increasingly tied to resilience, innovation and business growth.
Seed Companies Prioritizing Ecology Will Own the Next Era of Biologicals
Microbial inoculants have advanced biological agriculture, but inconsistent field performance remains a costly challenge. This article argues that the industry must screen microbes for ecology as well as function to improve survival, persistence and crop benefits in real-world soils.
CSGA’s New President Wants Canada’s Seed Sector to Listen Better. Here’s Why It Matters
The new president of the Canadian Seed Growers’ Association says trust, collaboration and practical leadership are critical for the future
VUA Platform Simplifies Compliance
Seed growers in Western Canada who have yet to adopt seeds subject to a Variety Use Agreement (VUA) sometimes anticipate that the administrative aspects will be time consuming or difficult […]
Why the Next Battle for Plant Breeding Won’t Be in the Field — It’ll Be in Ottawa
Canada’s competitiveness in genetics is no longer an isolated policy file, seed growers heard in Whitehorse this weekend
How Farmers Thrive in One of Canada’s Toughest Growing Environments
In Canada’s North, growers aren’t chasing scale — they’re searching for the right genetics
Underutilised Crops Network to Boost UK Food Resilience
Underutilised crops are the focus of a new UK-wide research and innovation network designed to strengthen crop diversity, food resilience and local value chains by connecting researchers, farmers, plant breeders, food businesses and policymakers.
Whitehorse Reminds Us That Building Beats Striking it Rich
The Canadian Seed Growers’ Association couldn’t have picked a better location for its annual meeting
What Seed Processors Should Look for Beyond Equipment Specs
Supplier responsiveness, parts inventory, and long-term support are among the most important factors in selecting seed cleaning equipment. I’ve spent most of my career around seed and grain processing facilities. […]
The Best Scientists Don’t Pretend to Know Everything. Kelly Turkington Built a Career Proving it
The retiring AAFC plant pathologist says curiosity, collaboration, and staying connected to farmers are what drive meaningful research
Can AI Unlock Hemp’s Potential? Meet One of Canada’s Rising Plant Breeders
Why would you leave wheat research to focus on hemp? One of Canada’s up-and-coming plant breeders tell us
National Investment, Regional Success | On The Brink: Season 2 – Episode 8
Josh Cowan, Director of Research and Innovation at Grain Farmers of Ontario, explains why a smaller eastern production base makes public investment essential to the future of Eastern Canada plant breeding.
America at 250: The Legacy We Choose to Preserve
As America approaches its 250th anniversary, a family genealogy project led by my Aunt Peggy uncovered Revolutionary War patriot William Miller Bledsoe and sparked an unexpected reflection on legacy, agriculture and the role the seed industry has played in building the nation.
A Stronger Start: Debut Corteva Premix Protects Against Soybean’s Biggest Early-Season Threats
Corteva Agriscience is introducing Lumisena Prime, a soybean fungicide and insecticide seed treatment premix designed to protect seedlings from early-season disease and insect pressure while helping retailers simplify treatment operations.
Debut Corteva Premix Protects Against Soybean’s Biggest Early-Season Threats
Corteva Agriscience is introducing Lumisena Prime, its first soybean broad-spectrum fungicide and insecticide seed treatment premix. The treatment is designed to help protect soybean seedlings from early-season disease and insect pressure.
After the NGT Regulation, Time to Rationalise the GMO Directive
GMO Directive reform is needed to align Europe’s seed approval system with the new NGT regulation, according to David Zaruk, who argues that the EU should move from process-based regulation to a product-focused framework.
A Fresh Deck of Cards for Soybean Breeders
Built over nearly four decades, the KenAvis soybean germplasm collection is opening new opportunities for breeders and seed companies to explore genetic diversity, unconventional plant architecture and future yield gains.
Young Plant Breeder Wins CPBI Scholarship for AI-Powered Hemp Research
Vincent Fetterley is developing genomic and computer vision tools to help breeders improve hemp faster
El cambio climático podría reducir la calidad de la soja
Un nuevo estudio con apoyo de IA sugiere que el cambio climático podría aumentar la producción, pero reducir la calidad de la soja. Los investigadores encontraron que el CO₂ elevado, el calor y la sequía pueden disminuir el contenido de almidón y proteína.
Argentine Barley Reinforces Malt Quality Potential
Argentine barley is strengthening its position in malt production, with 90% of grains reaching first-size caliber over the last three campaigns. INTA Bordenave and the Argentine Brewers Chamber say the crop is exceeding key quality standards for brewing markets.
EU NGT Regulation: Why the 20-Nucleotide Threshold Could Limit Plant Breeding Innovation
EU NGT regulation creates a faster route for some gene-edited plants, but strict Category 1 limits, including the 20-nucleotide threshold, may leave valuable plant breeding innovation outside the gate.
Innovation is at the End of the Handoff Era
Innovation no longer happens in silos. Amanda McClerren explains how integrating breeding, biotechnology, AI and crop protection is accelerating the next generation of seed innovation.
Climate Change Could Lower Soybean Seed Quality
A new AI-supported study suggests climate change could increase soybean production while reducing soybean seed quality. Researchers found that higher CO₂, heat and drought may lower starch and protein content, raising questions for feed value, crop breeding and food security.
Cebada Argentina refuerza su potencial maltero
La cebada argentina consolida su potencial para la producción de malta, con 90 % de los granos alcanzando el tamaño ideal en las últimas tres campañas. INTA Bordenave y la Cámara de Cerveceros destacan avances en rendimiento, calidad y sanidad del cultivo.
From Crop Genetics to World Cup Turf, Why Plant Breeding Needs a Bigger Stage
This week’s stories show how seed science shapes food, sports, cities and the future of our society
The Scholarship Winner Helping Rewrite the Future of Crop Genetics
When Anirup Sengupta talks about plant breeding on this week’s episode of the podcast, he reaches for an analogy almost anyone can understand
From Seed to Stadium: In Pursuit of the Perfect World Cup Pitch
Behind every FIFA World Cup match is a seed story. Stacy Bonos of Rutgers and Matthew Duncan of DLF explain the breeding, research and turf science behind World Cup pitches.
Embrapa Sends Brazilian Seeds to Svalbard Vault
Embrapa delivered a new shipment of Brazilian seeds to the Svalbard Global Seed Vault in Norway. The deposit adds 24 accessions of cashew, fava beans, peanuts, castor and sesame to Brazil’s collection in the global agricultural safety reserve.
Seed Sector 2045: Future of Plant Breeding in Europe
Seed Sector 2045 is a new editorial series exploring the trends shaping plant breeding and the seed sector over the next two decades, from climate adaptation and gene editing to AI, regulation, public trust and new business models.
At 25, Anirup Sengupta is Already Thinking Decades Ahead for Agriculture
From rural West Bengal to Saskatchewan’s leading agricultural research programs, he’s helping build the genomic foundations that could shape the future of crop improvement. At 25, Anirup Sengupta is already […]
Super El Niño Potential in 2026-2027 Could Rival Historic 1877-1878 Event
A rare alignment of climate indicators could point to a historic super El Niño with major implications for global crops, seed production and agricultural markets.
Breeding Canada’s Future | On The Brink: Season 2 – Episode 7
In Episode 8 of On The Brink, grower Mark Keating of Keating Seed argues the financial risk on Canadian farms has never been higher, and that continued Canadian plant breeding investment is what keeps growers competitive in a global market.
James Hutton Institute Joins PhenomUK Crop Programme
The James Hutton Institute has joined PhenomUK, a £35 million UKRI-backed programme designed to strengthen national crop phenotyping capacity. The six-year initiative will support resilient crop development through advanced imaging, automation, controlled environments and field-based evaluation.
The System Behind the Seed: Honoring IPSA Lifetime Achievement Recipient Jon Popp
For nearly 50 years, Jon Popp has designed seed facilities that quietly influence everything from seed quality to final yield. The CEO of Popp Engineering explains why successful operations depend less on equipment and more on designing systems that create uniformity, reduce variability and improve performance.