Meet 3 Young Plant Scientists Trying to Solve Some Old Problems
There’s an old saying about the best laid plans of mice and humans often going awry. Despite all the work we put into breeding seed to grow the best crops […]
Amid Drought Fears in Alberta, Weather Expert Helps us to Understand the Complexities
Fears of a moisture deficit in Alberta and the Prairies were borne out in the closing talk at yesterday’s CrossRoads Crop Conference given by weather expert Drew Lerner of World […]
Why I’m Glad I Joined the Nexeed Team
My journey in agriculture began on a dairy farm, but my passion for machinery led me to a career repairing equipment. Transitioning into the machinery world, I immersed myself in […]
Why the Indo-Pacific Region is Key to Canada’s Trade Scene in 2024
In the ever-shifting world of global trade, the intricacies and challenges faced by western producers, particularly in Canada, have been a recurring topic of discussion. This year, however, marks a […]
Registration for Seeds Canada Seed School Closes Today
Seeds Canada turned three years old today, and issued the above highlight reel to celebrate the past 12 months. The organization, which formed three years ago after the amalgamation of […]
Coming Soon: Our Interviews from the CrossRoads Conference
Seed World Canada editor Marc Zienkiewicz attended this week’s CrossRoads Crop Conference in Calgary, Alta., and conducted a number of interviews and a panel discussion that will be rolled out […]
Novozymes and Chr. Hansen Combine to Create Novonesis
On Jan. 29, 2024, Novozymes and Chr. Hansen successfully completed their merging, resulting in a new, combined biosolutions company named Novonesis, according to a press release. Novonesis brings together a global team […]
Demand for Native Seed Evolving, But Work Needed
Public agencies have a role to play in building, growing the supply. The breadth and severity of wildfires have increased in recent years, with each year raising concerns that old […]
Let’s Grow Some Carbon into the Soil
In forage and turf business there is a notable emphasis on reducing climate impact. Most efforts and studies center on reducing Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions, whereas until now the positive […]
Conventional Soybean is Back, in a Big Way
After years of Roundup Ready soybean dominating discussions among growers, the conversation is beginning to include another type of soybean that is very valuable to a huge part of the […]
Discovering More About Biotech Challenges
In an open letter (https://www.weplanet.org/ngtopenletter), 34 Nobel Prize laureates ask to EU Parliamentary members to reject “the darkness of anti-science fearmongering” and to relax strict rules on gene editing. If […]
APSA Introduces New Executive Director
The Asia and Pacific Seed Alliance (APSA) has introduced its new executive director, Francine Sayoc, who will officially take the organization’s reins effective Feb. 1. Sayoc brings significant experience to the role. Her […]
El sector semillerista de la región se une para potenciar el negocio de semilla y garantizar el acceso a semillas de calidad
Asociaciones semilleristas oficiales y privadas se reúnen para consensuar una agenda, compartir experiencias y estrechar lazos. El 26 de abril de 2023, se llevó a cabo en Buenos Aires, Argentina, […]
The Seed Sector in the Region Joins Forces to Boost the Seed Business and Guarantee Access to Quality Seeds
Official and private seed associations meet to agree on an agenda, share experiences and strengthen ties. On April 26, 2023, a meeting was held in Buenos Aires, Argentina, organized by […]
Photo Diary from the final day in Monterey
Today marked the wrap-up of an excellent five-day Flower & Veg Conference put on by the American Seed Trade Association. Here are some last photos from Monterey.
Estados Unidos se opone a la prohibición del maíz transgénico en México
México ha revisado su prohibición del maíz transgénico, pero las discusiones siguen en curso. En enero de 2021, el Presidente de México, Andrés Manuel López Obrador, promulgó un decreto que […]
ASTA Flower & Veg: January 29 Photo Diary
Here are some images we captured during the fourth day of ASTA’s annual Flower and Vegetable Seed Conference, held once again in Monterey, California.
One-on-One with East-West Seed’s May Chodchoey
2024 priorities, building on core values, gender politics, and the value of supporting small-holder farmers: we cover a lot of ground in this up close and personal chat with APSA’s […]
A Step Toward Tackling Farming’s Biggest Pressures
A recent report from a global management firm came across my desk a few days back. The report detailed the results of a large-scale survey conducted in 2022 which asked […]
Days 2 to 4 – Live from ASTA Flower & Veg
New Bayer Crop Science Canada Country Divison Head Opens CrossRoads Conference
Along with event chairperson Todd Hames and Alberta ag minster RJ Sigurdson, Bayer Crop Science Canada’s new country divison head Antoine Bernet helped open the 2024 CrossRoads Conference tonight in […]
USDA Undersecretary Moffitt Talks Regulation
At ASTA’s Vegetable and Flower Seed Conference Jan 27th, USDA Undersecretary Jenny Moffitt joined an international Innovation and Policy panel to discuss regulatory approaches to genome-edited plants. Here are some of the […]
ASTA Flower & Veg: Photo Diary from a Busy Weekend in Monterey
It was a busy weekend during days 2-4 of ASTA’s annual Flower and Vegetable Seed Conference, held once again in Monterey, California. Here are some snapshots from the weekend.
Have You Signed Up For UC Davis’ Seed Biotechnology Center Continuing Education Yet?
Are you ready to take your seed industry career to the next level? The UC Davis Seed Biotechnology Center (SBC) mobilizes UC Davis resources in partnership with the seed industry […]
Branding: Why is Audience-Centric Story Telling Critical?
In agriculture, and more specifically in the seed sector, we are collectively very good at sharing information – we do it all day, every day. But is that sticky enough? […]
Branding: Why is Audience-Centric Story Telling Critical?
In agriculture, and more specifically in the seed sector, we are collectively very good at sharing information – we do it all day, every day. But is that sticky enough? […]
Branding: Why is Audience-Centric Story Telling Critical?
In agriculture, and more specifically in the seed sector, we are collectively very good at sharing information – we do it all day, every day. But is that sticky enough? […]
Day 1 – Live From ASTA’s Veg & Flower Seed Conference
Today’s official agenda had only two scheduled sessions: ASTA’s Seed Ambassador Leadership Team (SALT) hosted a by invitation only training workshop. SALT is a diverse network of ASTA members who […]
January 26 Photo Diary from Monterey
Today was the first day of ASTA’s annual Flower and Vegetable Seed Conference, held once again in Monterey, California. Here are some snapshots from the day…
European Commission President von der Leyen Launches Strategic Dialogue on Agriculture
In a significant step towards addressing the growing divisions in the agricultural landscape, the European Union officially inaugurated the ‘Strategic Dialogue on the Future of Agriculture’ on Jan. 25. The […]
Breeding for Flavor
Breeders start with seeds to build better-tasting vegetables. The seed industry is stepping up to help consumers hit their daily vegetable intake goals and enjoy the taste while they’re at […]
What Does the Belgian Presidency Have in Store for Agriculture?
In recent years, we have felt the impact of a rapidly changing global environment. Our security is under pressure due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the flaring conflict in […]
Why we Need to Promote Certified Seed as an Ingredient and not Just a Commodity
Increasing grower adoption of new genetics is a necessity, but the way to do it lies in emphasizing its importance to end users, experts say. In Canada’s agricultural community, a […]
What to Expect from ASTA’s 63rd Annual Vegetable and Flower Seed Conference
The American Seed Trade Association (ASTA)’s annual Vegetable and Flower Seed Conference starts tomorrow in Monterey, California and runs through Tuesday, Jan. 30. Here’s what to expect from the conference, […]
Sakata’s David Armstrong Brings Leadership and Vision to ASTA
He says the industry needs to focus on the consumer and diversity in the industry. Japanese-founded Sakata is etching significant mark in U.S. soils. David Armstrong is at the helm […]
Major Legislative Decision in Europe: Environmental Committee Backs NGT Proposal
On Jan. 24, the European Parliament’s Environmental Committee voted in favour of a proposal to introduce a new regulatory framework for New Genomic Techniques (NGTs), which are currently governed by […]