Treating Abiotic Stressors
Novel seed treatments hold great promise in reducing plant stress from abiotic events, such as drought and frost. Did you know that the human population lives on less than 20 […]
Location, Location, Location
Location, location, location: Learn the importance of choosing the right location for your business. Get tips on how to make the best decision.
Bayer Expands Capacity for Biologicals
Bayer plans to further expand its position in the market for biological crop protection products and has invested some16 million euros in new capacity for research, development and production at […]
Third Seed Meets Technology Event Sees Growth
The third edition of Seed meets Technology took place at the grounds of Proeftuin Zwaagdijk Sept. 27-30. With a bigger exhibition space, the introduction of the Vegetable Trials and an […]
Going Interactive
Experts will be fielding questions about the future of the farm and lawn seed industry at ASTA’s annual Farm and Lawn Seed Conference. Organizers of the American Seed Trade Association’s […]
Nufarm Realigns with Plans to Expand Its Footprint
As part of its “One Nufarm” strategy, Nufarm realigns and unites resources to enhance its broad seed treatment portfolio in North America. The Nufarm seed treatment and crop protection teams […]
Designer Tomatoes? They’re Almost Here
According to researchers who spoke at the 2016 SolGenomics Conference, the future is now for this indispensable fruit. The tomato is a crucial ingredient in a plethora of the world’s […]
USDA to Make $7 Billion in Risk Management Payments
In the face of a struggling farm economy, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced Oct. 4 that it will make $7 billion in risk management program payments to many of […]
Wyffels Names Bruce Howison Vice President of Sales, Marketing
Wyffels Hybrids, Inc. welcomes Bruce Howison as its vice president of sales and marketing. Howison brings years of seed industry experience along with strong analytical and financial leadership to the […]
Bayer and West Central Distribution Combine Seed Treatment Solutions
Bayer and West Central Distribution, LLC, announced today the introduction of Redigo 480 plus Trilex, a combination of fungicide seed treatments for soybeans offered exclusively through West Central Distribution. “West […]
Lawn Grass: Our Nation’s Top Crop
A study involving NASA researchers shows the American lawn is the most prevalent crop in the country. A new study co-authored by NASA scientists shows that the American lawn is […]
Genetic Potential
Two Canadian seed companies have joined forces and are showing — in an industry where mergers and acquisitions often steal headlines — that smaller, independent businesses are as relevant as […]
Obstacles to Food Security
Industry experts discuss the hurdles that must be overcome and possible solutions that could work to end world hunger. From the field to the laboratory, new technology plays a major […]
Beck’s Purchases Former BASF Seed Research Facility in Hawaii
Today, Beck’s announced it has purchased the former BASF Seed Research Facility on the island of Kauai, Hawaii. Built in 2012, the 13,000 square foot facility includes offices, laboratory space, […]
DuPont Pioneer Introduces HarvXtra Alfalfa Varieties
Pioneer brand alfalfa varieties with HarvXtra technology are available to growers for spring and fall planting. These varieties have significant lignin reductions, enabling farmers to achieve higher quality hay and […]
Can Turbocharged Gene Banks Accelerate Plant Breeding?
A new study led by an Iowa State University agronomist may help scientists sift through vast amounts of plant seeds stored in gene bank facilities across the globe to identify […]
Reports Spotlight Plant Breeding Needs for Organic Agriculture
The Organic Seed Alliance (OSA) and Cornell University released two reports that detail plant breeding priorities for organic agriculture in the Pacific Northwest and Northeast. The assessments are a result […]
Agreement Extends Dow’s EXZACT Technology to Monsanto
Today, Monsanto Company and Dow AgroSciences LLC announced a non-exclusive global option and licensing agreement on Dow AgroSciences’ EXZACT Precision Technology Platform for research and commercial development of new crop […]
Mycogen Adds 21 New Soybean Varieties
For the 2017 planting season, Mycogen announced that it was adding 21 new soybean varieties, giving growers more than 50 varieties to choose from in groups 0-5. According to Dow […]
To Ward off Birds, Pollination Bags Get Eyes
Inspired by work of an Australian ecologist who painted eyes on the rears of cows to ward off attacks by lions, PBS International — a company that specializes in pollination […]
Rooting For Below-Ground Protection: A Seed World Strategy Webinar & Podcast
You know that helping farmers get the crop in the ground early and having good, even emergence are critical components that lead to high yields come harvest. But what […]
Rusty Patched Bumble Bee Proposed as “Endangered”
Late last week (Sept. 22), the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service proposed to list the rusty patched bumble bee as endangered under the Endangered Species Act. According to the National […]
“Elusive Proteins” Found to Control Salt Intake
In Australia, University of Adelaide researchers have made a breakthrough in investigating salt tolerance in plants, which could lead to new salt tolerant varieties of crops, and also answer unresolved […]
Does Hardship Really Generate Stronger People?
_x000D_ _x000D_ I felt I had to create a title that would not freak everyone out, but I can tell you that this column has nothing to do with seed. If […]
Congress Finally Ratifies International Treaty
Last night (Sept. 28), the U.S. Congress made a “historic” move and passed the International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture — something the seed industry has […]
Agricultural Biologicals Today & Tomorrow: Opportunities and Challenges, A Germination Strategy Session Webinar and Podcast
Biopesticides, biofertilizers and biostimulants are derived from living organisms to enhance plant productivity and fertility and to provide protection from pests and diseases. They are the fastest growing market sector […]
Government Takes Action to Modernize Biotech Regulatory Framework
On Sept. 16, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, U.S. Food and Drug Administration, and U.S. Department of Agriculture released two documents to modernize the federal regulatory system for biotechnology products. […]
CRISPR-Cas Agreement to Improve Livelihoods
DuPont Pioneer and the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT) have agreed to jointly develop improved crops using CRISPR-Cas advanced plant breeding technology to address the needs of smallholder […]
Spotlight on 2016 CSAAC Annual Convention
The 72nd CSAAC Annual Meeting and Workshop was a huge success. It was held at the Auberge Saint-Antoine in Quebec City, Que., May 31 – June 1. The meetings included […]
Finding a Balance
Members of the seed industry strive for work-life balance. But can such a balance truly be achieved? _x000D_ You might say Peter Entz is a busy guy. The assistant vice-president of […]
New GM Study Analyzes Environmental Impacts
According to new research from University of Virginia economist Federico Ciliberto, widespread adoption of genetically modified crops has decreased the use of insecticides, but increased the use of weed-killing herbicides […]
Registration Opens for ASTA Management Academy
Designed around the five functional areas of a seed business, the ASTA Management Academy is again, for the 30th year, looking to help seed professionals improve their management skills. The […]
New Way to “Sniff Out” Plant Disease
XTB Laboratories, a startup from the University of California, Davis, created a tool that “sniffs out” plant disease before it can be seen. This would allow companies and farmers to […]
IP Symposium Explores Patents and PBR
IP Symposium examines patents, PBR: Learn about the latest developments in patent law and the implications of patent-based revenue models.
Preserving Our Biodiversity and Food Security
Preserving biodiversity is essential for food security. Learn how to protect the environment and ensure food security for future generations.
We Hear You: Rewriting Circular 6
During the Canadian Seed Growers’ Association annual general meeting in July, the membership voted to update the Canadian Regulations & Procedures for Pedigreed Seed Crop Production, more commonly known as […]