Monsanto Sues Arkansas Officials Over Proposed Herbicide Use Limits
Monsanto sues Arkansas officials over proposed limits on herbicide use. Monsanto challenges state’s restrictions on herbicide use, citing potential harm to farmers.
China Dashes Hopes of GM Boosts After Syngenta Deal
China rejects GM’s bid to buy Syngenta, leaving investors disappointed. Learn more about the failed deal and its implications.
Vilmorin Sees GMO Maize Opening in China in Wake of Syngenta
GMO maize from Vilmorin is set to open up the Chinese market, following the acquisition of Syngenta by ChemChina. Learn more about this exciting development.
Direct-to-Grower Independent Seed Retailer Launched
Independent seed retailer launched to help farmers access quality seed directly from growers. Get the best seed for your farm with this new service.
Canada Must Work Toward World-Class Plant Breeding Oversight
Canada must work to ensure world-class oversight of plant breeding. Learn how to ensure safety and quality of food production in Canada.
NordGen Deposits Own Seeds in Svalbard Global Seed Vault
NordGen deposits over 100,000 seeds in Svalbard Global Seed Vault, the world’s largest collection of crop diversity. Protecting food security for future generations.
DuPont Pioneer and Broad Institute of MIT & Harvard Join Forces to Enable Democratic Access to CRISPR Licensing in Agriculture
Dupont Pioneer, Broad Institute, MIT, and Harvard join forces to make CRISPR technology available for agricultural use. Unlocking the potential of gene editing for farmers worldwide.
Agrium and PotashCorp Announce Receipt of Regulatory Approval in India
Agrium and PotashCorp receive approval from India to form new fertilizer company. Merger creates world’s largest fertilizer producer with operations in 18 countries.
AGCO Announces a New Data with The Climate Corporation’s Climate FieldView
Agco announces new partnership with Climate Corporation to provide farmers with Climate FieldView, a digital platform to help farmers make data-driven decisions.
A Seed World Strategy Webinar: Exploring no-till, cover crops and the relationship with seed treatments
Learn how no-till cover crops and seed treatments can help improve soil health and increase yields. Join us for our free webinar to explore the relationship between the two.
DLF Becomes the New Name in Sugar Beets
DLF is the new name for sugar beets. Learn about the history of the crop and how it is used in food production today.
Earliest Evidence of Domesticated Sorghum Found in Sudan
Archaeologists have discovered the earliest evidence of domesticated sorghum in Sudan, dating back to 4000 BCE. Learn more about this important discovery.
New Corn Hybrids for the West
New corn hybrids developed by West Canada farmers to increase yields and reduce costs. Learn how these hybrids are changing the industry.
Clover-Corn Combo Benefits Corn, Soil and Business
Learn how planting a combination of clover and corn can benefit your soil and business. Discover the advantages of this sustainable farming practice.
Jayson Lusk Honored at 2017 Borlaug CAST Communication Award Ceremony
Jayson Lusk honored with 2017 Borlaug CAST Communication Award at ceremony. Lusk recognized for his work in agricultural research and communication.
MariboHilleshög – The New Name In Sugar Beet
Discover the new name for Maribo Hilleshog, the world’s largest sugar beet producer: Sugar Beet 2. Learn more about this exciting development.
Benson Hill Biosystems Launches First Fully Enabling Genome Editing System
Benson Hill Biosystems launches first fully enabling genome editing system, revolutionizing the way scientists can modify and improve crops.
Lacombe Grower to Lead Wheat Research Organization
Lacombe grower to lead wheat research organization. Local farmer to head up Alberta Wheat Commission, focus on improving wheat production and quality.
Research on Heat-Tolerant Corn Wins Award
Research breakthrough: Heat tolerant corn wins award for improving global food security. Developed by scientists, this corn can withstand extreme temperatures.
DuPont Pioneer and Broad Institute of MIT & Harvard to Provide Access to CRISPR Licensing
Dupont Pioneer, Broad Institute, MIT, and Harvard collaborate to develop new agricultural technologies to improve global food security.
Three Experts Tell Us What Growers Want for 2018
Growers in Canada are looking for new ways to increase their yields in 2018. Learn what three experts have to say about the latest trends in the industry.
UI Awarded $2 Million Federal Grant for Organic Corn Research
UI awarded $1.2M grant for organic corn research to improve yields and reduce environmental impact.
DuPont Pioneer and Donald Danforth Plant Science Center Collaborate
Dupont Pioneer and Danforth Center collaborate to develop new technologies to improve crop yields and sustainability.
Fortissimo Capital Invests in Tech Seed Breeding Company Equinom
Fortissimo invests in Israeli tech seed Equinom, a company that uses advanced algorithms to develop high-yielding seeds for farmers. Get the details on this investment.
Agbioinvestor Expands Team and Product Offerings
AgBioInvestor expands team & product offerings to help investors capitalize on agtech opportunities. Get the latest insights & strategies from the experts.
Inocucor Appoints Tim Sturm as Global Chief Commercial Officer
Inocucor appoints Tim Sturm as Global Chief Commercial Officer to lead the company’s commercial strategy and growth.
Wheat Coalition Elects First Executive
Wheat Coalition elects first executive to represent farmers across Canada. New leadership to ensure farmers have a voice in policy decisions.
CFIA Tightens Regulation of Micronutrient Fertilizers
CFIA strengthens regulations on micronutrient fertilizers to ensure safety and quality of Canadian food production. Learn more about the new rules.
80% of our Food Comes from Just 64 crops
80% of the world’s food comes from just 64 crops. Learn how to diversify your diet and support global food security.
Seventh Governing Body Creates Global Event to Strengthen World Food Plant Pact
Governing body of the World Food Plant Pact (WFPP) meets to discuss global food security and nutrition. Learn more about the WFPP’s mission and goals.
A World of Carrots in One Room
Learn about World Carrots, a unique organization that provides a one-room schoolhouse for children in rural Europe. Read about their mission and how they are making a difference.
All Lettuce in Wageningen Gene Bank to be Sequenced in China
Researchers from Wageningen University & Research have sequenced the genome of lettuce from the Chinese gene bank. Learn more about the implications of this research.
International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture in Kigali
International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture signed in Kigali, Rwanda. Protecting the world’s food supply and agricultural biodiversity.
This Father-Daughter Duo Exemplifies How Succession Planning Should Work
Father-daughter duo shows how to plan for business succession: learn how to ensure a smooth transition of ownership & management for your business.
GM Crops Have Reached Knowledge Limit
GM crops have reached a knowledge limit, but new research suggests ways to improve yields. Learn how to increase crop yields with this article.
Germains’ 2017 Grower Engagement Trials Results
Growers in Europe can learn from Germain’s 2017 trials results. Discover the best practices for successful crop production and yield optimization.