Euractiv Panel Discussion Insights: NGT Proposal
The European Commission’s recent proposal for “NGT-derived plants for bolstering the EU’s Farm to Fork and Biodiversity strategies” has sparked conversations according to a release. Panelists that represent the European […]
Impact of the SUR Proposal on the EU Seed Sector
In June 2022, the European Commission (EC) published their proposal for the regulation on the sustainable use of plant protection products (SUR). Amongst other changes, the proposal foresees the prohibition of all plant […]
Euroseeds 2023 Congress: Our Interview with Marco van Leeuwen
At Euroseeds 2023, held this year in St Julian’s, Malta, Marco van Leeuwen, ISF President and Managing Director at Rijk Zwaan, spoke with Seed World Europe Editorial Director Marcel Bruins. […]
Taking Action Against Sorghum Aphids
Fighting back on the farm with genetic resistance There is good news and bad news for sorghum growers. The good news is that they no longer need to worry about […]
Kansas State to Lead $22M Climate Resilient Cereal Crops Project
Kansas State University is celebrating a recent $22M funding commitment from the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) to support cereal breeding oriented to regions whose citizens are at highest risk of […]
Tentative Labour Agreement Sees St. Lawrence Seaway Reopen
A tentative agreement has been reached between the St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation (SLSMC) and Unifor, an Oct. 29 news release said. Workers will return to work the morning of Monday, Oct. […]
Resilience 101: Cancer isn’t Putting this Future Plant Breeder’s Plans on Hold
Hannah Clubb’s journey into the world of plant breeding has been a little more complicated than many people’s — she’s had to do her studies while dealing with the challenges […]
European UC Davis Plant Breeding Academy Week Four Session Overview
Class VII of the European UC Davis Plant Breeding Academy closed its fourth week in Ghent, Belgium according to a release. The week’s agenda included “mister” G by E, indirect […]
Interview with Leonardo Costa, the new EMEA SAT Leader for Corteva
Since September 2023, Leonardo Costa has been the EMEA SAT Leader for Corteva Agriscience, and we would like to use this opportunity to introduce him, his passions, his thoughts on […]
Euroseeds 2023: Anne van Gastel – NGT’s in Starch Potato, on the road to Late Blight resistance
At Euroseeds 2023, held this year in St Julian’s, Malta, Anne van Gastel, Chairman of Oppotunity, spoke with Seed World Europe Editorial Director Marcel Bruins. Van Gastel spoke about the […]
Getting Real Time Weather Reports with Social Media
The rise of social media has helped to advance the world of weather reporting. Over the years weather forecasting and how forecasts are shared have evolved with technology. Where a […]
After it Began on the Back of a Napkin, Gordon Butcher has Turned AgCall into a Major Player
The role of the modern CEO has evolved to encompass a wide range of responsibilities that extend beyond traditional business functions. A CEO is now expected to be a visionary, a […]
Euroseeds 2023 Congress: Anne van Gastel – NGT’s in starch potato, the role of Oppotunity
At Euroseeds 2023, held this year in St Julian’s, Malta, Anne van Gastel, Chairman of Oppotunity, spoke with Seed World Europe Editorial Director Marcel Bruins. Van Gastel spoke about the […]
Calling all Groundbreakers, Trailblazers and Industry Pioneers!
Seed World U.S. is looking to celebrate the top creative and important new innovations of 2023: products or technologies that bring value to customers, boost yield, or otherwise change the […]
Arkansas Forces Land Sale: Necessary or Knee-Jerk?
More than 20 U.S. states are saying no to (some) foreign land ownership. In the case of 160 acres long-held by Syngenta, the decision could carry hidden costs to farmers. […]
Euroseeds 2023 Congress: Our Interview with Siuzana Grygorenko
At Euroseeds 2023, held this year in St Julian’s, Malta, Siuzana Grygorenko, Executive Director for the Seed Association of the Ukraine, spoke with Seed World Europe Editorial Director Marcel Bruins. […]
That is a Sensitive Area — The Impact of the SUR Proposal on the EU Seed Sector
In June 2022, the European Commission (EC) published their proposal for the regulation on the sustainable use of plant protection products (SUR). Amongst other changes, the proposal foresees the prohibition […]
In the Age of Extreme Weather, Drones are Providing Valuable Insights from Above
As climate change continues to reshape our world, the agricultural industry is grappling with unprecedented challenges. Extreme weather events, ranging from droughts and floods to hurricanes and wildfires, are becoming […]
Euroseeds 2023 Congress: Our Interview with Lennart Nilsson
At Euroseeds 2023, held this year in St Julian’s, Malta, Lennart Nilsson, Copa Cogeca Chairman for the Oilseeds and Protein crop working party spoke with Seed World Europe Editorial Director […]
Euroseeds 2023 Congress: Our Interview with Hélène Guillot
At Euroseeds 2023, held this year in St Julian’s, Malta, Hélène Guillot, Managing Director of the Agricultural Crop Licensing Platform (ACLP) spoke with Seed World Europe Editorial Director Marcel Bruins. […]
Giant Views from Euroseeds: Bert Scholte
At Euroseeds 2023, held this year in St Julian’s, Malta, Bert Scholte, Head of the Department Variety Testing, at Naktuinbouw NL in The Netherlands, spoke with Seed World Europe Editorial […]
Canada Won’t Regulate Gene Editing Like it Does GM. The EU Might Soon Follow Suit
It’s hard to imagine that something microscopic can have such big effects on the political world. Mendel Perkins and Petra Jorasch live with that reality every day as they wade […]
Climate Crisis Battle: Agriculture vs The Sphere
Las Vegas just got even more opulent. The Sphere is a 580,000 square foot, globe-shaped arena that features an exterior with 1.2 million LED lights capable of 256 million different […]
Commitment Of Seed Companies in The Vegetable Sector
Seed innovations are a crucial part of feeding a hungry planet, but do most people understand what this commitment means? I’m not sure even most people who have been in […]
Compromiso de las empresas de semillas en el sector de las hortalizas
Las innovaciones en semillas son cruciales para alimentar a un planeta hambriento, pero ¿comprende la mayoría de la gente lo que significa este compromiso? No estoy seguro de que ni […]
Sakata Announces Acquisition of Brazilian Seed Company Isla
Sakata Seed Corporation’s wholly owned South American subsidiary, Sakata Seed Sudamerica LTDA, announced an agreement to purchase all shares of Isla Sementes LTDA and Isla’s holding company, Administração E Participações […]
Giant Views from Euroseeds: Csaba Gaspar
At Euroseeds 2023, held this year in St Julian’s, Malta, Csaba Gaspar, Program Manager of the OECD Seed Schemes, spoke with Seed World Europe Editorial Director Marcel Bruins about the OECD Digitalisation […]
St. Lawrence Seaway Shut Down as Workers Hit the Picket Lines
St. Lawrence Seaway workers started strike action on Sunday, Oct. 23 shutting down the seaway, an Oct. 22 news release said. The decision to start walking the picket lines was made after […]
Navigating Unprecedented Challenges in Agriculture
Adapting to Rapid Economic Shifts and Building Resilience In the ever-evolving world of agriculture, staying ahead of the curve is crucial. Recent years have brought about unique economic shifts, leaving […]
Euroseeds 2023 Congress: Our Interview with Csaba Gaspar
At Euroseeds 2023, held this year in St Julian’s, Malta, Csaba Gaspar, Program Manager of the OECD Seed Schemes, spoke with Seed World Europe Editorial Director Marcel Bruins. They spoke […]
Euroseeds 2023 Congress: Our Interview with Bert Scholte
At Euroseeds 2023, held this year in St Julian’s, Malta, Bert Scholte, Head of the Department Variety Testing, at Naktuinbouw NL in The Netherlands, spoke with Seed World Europe Editorial […]
How do you Rebuild a Corporate Culture? Ask Chris Churko
The role of the modern CEO has evolved to encompass a wide range of responsibilities that extend beyond traditional business functions. A CEO is now expected to be a visionary, a […]
AI is Helping Breeders Harness the Climate-Genetics Connection
Challenges in selecting field-ready genetic material have plant breeders searching for next-generation tools. The quest to develop hardier, higher-yielding crops has always been a driving force in plant breeding. Plant […]
Seed World U.S. Welcomes New Editor
Seed World U.S. is delighted to introduce our new editor, Aimee Nielson. A veteran and award-winning agricultural journalist with nearly three decades of experience, Aimee holds a bachelor’s degree in […]
The Impact of Social Media on Weather
Social media is everywhere these days, if you’re not on X or Facebook or TikTok, you’re probably missing out on receiving some real-time information. A lot is posted to these […]
Syngenta Names Jeff Rowe New CEO
Jeff Rowe has been elected the new chief executive officer of Syngenta Group by the company’s board of directors, an Oct. 20 news release said. He will assume the role as of […]