Doug Miller of CSGA Submits to Some Spicy Questions in a Spicy Webinar
The executive director of the Canadian Seed Growers’ Association sat down with Seed World Canada’s Marc Zienkiewicz to make the case for CSGA’s Seed Regulatory Modernization vision. It was a […]
Kannar Earth Science to commercialize Cornell’s seed technology for pollinator habitat
Planting pollinator habitat needs to be as easy and economical as planting corn and soy. I’m excited to announce that Kannar Earth Science, Ltd. has exclusively licensed technology from Cornell University that uses standard row crop equipment to plant milkweed and wildflower seeds. Multi-Seed Pellets (MSP) can facilitate large-scale habitat restoration to revitalize the pollinator populations that boost yields for commodity and specialty crops alike.
BASF y Solidaridad se Unen para Ayudar a los Agricultores Brasileños a Fomentar la Biodiversidad
BASF y Solidaridad han unido sus fuerzas para explorar impactos adicionales que pueden tener las prácticas agrícolas sostenibles sobre la biodiversidad, la preservación del medio ambiente y la coexistencia armoniosa […]
Bayer Updates Technology Use Agreement with Class Action Waiver
Bayer says the updates are in line with other trait provider agreements. Bayer recently announced the inclusion of a class action waiver in its Technology Use Agreement (TUG). The waiver […]
CSGA is Ready to Change the Game in Seed Certification
The Canadian Seed Growers’ Association is making its case for why it should lead our seed certification system into the future. Craig Riddell is a busy person with a lot […]
Is our Editor Having a Midlife Crisis? Watch Today’s Webinar and Find Out!
A decade ago, I was new to the seed sector. My knowledge of agriculture was as shallow as a rain puddle. But life has a way of surprising us, doesn’t […]
BASF and Solidaridad Team up to Empower Brazilian Farmers to Foster Biodiversity
BASF and Solidaridad have joined forces to explore the amplified impact of sustainable farming practices on biodiversity, environmental preservation, and the harmonious coexistence of agriculture with vital pollinators such as […]
Glyphosate Ban Could Lead To Difficult Trade-Offs
A recent modeling study suggests that if glyphosate were banned, it could result in a rise in weed populations and a decline in the yields of certain crops, according to […]
Cultivating Connections at the 100th ISF World Seed Congress
In the heart of Rotterdam, the International Seed Federation (ISF) commemorates a century of shaping the global seeds industry. As the curtains rise on this year’s ISF World Seed Congress, […]
One-on-One with APSA’s new ED, Francine Sayoc
Sayoc brings communications experience, seed industry connections and enormous commitment to her new role. Francine Sayoc, the new executive director with the Asia and Pacific Seed Alliance (APSA), is a familiar […]
This Barley Researcher’s Career is a Tale of Two Chapters
Hiroshi Kubota’s path in plant science happened in two chapters, you might say. The first traces back to his childhood in Japan, where his uncle’s volunteer work opened his eyes […]
Scientists Aim to Crack Aluminum Toxicity Code
A team from the U.S. and Brazil are studying the connections between gene regulation and aluminum tolerance in maize and sorghum Changing climate patterns are causing acidic soil, which globally […]
A Little of This Goes a Long Way
One of humanity’s biggest achievements in the last century was making a huge increase in food production. From 1900 to 2000, there was a six-fold increase in crop harvests while […]
Registrations Officially Open for the #Euroseeds2024 Congress
After the remarkable turnout of more than 1,300 attendees from around the world at the Euroseeds annual meeting in Malta last year, Euroseeds is looking to aim even higher with […]
ICRISAT Welcomes New Chapter as International Year of Millets Concludes
Food and Agriculture leaders commit to continued collaboration. The International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) joined the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and […]
Registration is Open for Seeds Canada’s Annual Meeting in Edmonton
The highly anticipated Seeds Canada 2024 Conference and Annual General Meeting is slated to unfold in Edmonton, Alberta, from July 8th to 10th. Themed “The Future of Seed is Here. […]
Checking in with a Borlaug Scholar: Not All Carrots are Created Equal
A Borlaug Scholar shares her experience in the field of plant breeding, and how she is working to create more nutritious carrots. Learn how she is making a difference!
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