Feds Announce Support for New Genomic Application Projects
A $4.2 million federal investment for four new projects that will use genomic technologies to drive innovation and commercialization across diverse sectors was announced today by Minister of Science, Kirsty Duncan._x000D_ _x000D_ The […]
Organic Industry to Benefit from Expanded Canada-European Union Arrangement
Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Lawrence MacAulay and Minister of International Trade Chrystia Freeland announce that the European Union (EU) has voted in favor of expanding the current scope of the […]
Study Tests Asparagus Cultivars in Ontario for Freezing Tolerance
Certain cultivars of plants, while growing healthily in their original climates, can suffer from low sustainability when introduced to differing climatic zones. A recent study published in the Journal of the […]
Syngenta Launches Trivapro Foliar Fungicide
Syngenta Canada Inc. is pleased to announce the launch of Trivapro, a new three-mode-of-action foliar fungicide that will help growers in Eastern Canada target a broad spectrum of major leaf […]
ArrowCorp Appoints Corporate Sales and Design Manager
Tim Robertson is the new corporate sales and design manager at ArrowCorp Inc. located in Winnipeg._x000D_ _x000D_ Tim was formerly with EMW Industrial as their Grain Processing Division Department Manager […]
New Breeding Techniques Best Weapon Against Hunger
Estimates vary, but most data suggest that between every 3.5 to 10 seconds a person on this planet dies from hunger and malnutrition. Usually it is a child under the […]
ChemChina Deal Deemed Fair by Syngenta
Syngenta releases its fairness opinion related to its proposed acquisition by ChemChina. ChemChina has offered to acquire 100% of the outstanding share capital of Syngenta at a price of USD 465 per […]
Hazera Completes Move to New R&D Center
Hazera recently completed the move of its R&D center, including laboratories, breeding greenhouses and offices, into its new headquarters in its Berurim site, Israel. At the same time, the company is […]
Asparagus Freezing Tolerance Related to Rhizome Traits
Certain cultivars of plants, while growing healthily in their original climates, can suffer from low sustainability when introduced to differing climatic zones. A recent study published in the Journal of the […]
InVivo Acquires Syngenta Subsidiary BioLine
InVivo has signed an agreement to acquire, through its holding company InVivo AgroSciences, Bioline, a subsidiary of Syngenta specialized in the production and marketing of biological control agents, and in […]
Researchers “Fish” for New Plant Immune Receptors
Scientists at The Sainsbury Laboratory and the Research School of Biology at the Australian National University have developed a new method for the rapid identification of plant immune receptors. In […]
Seedsman to Lead Missouri Soybean Association
Cape Girareadu soybean farmer and seedsman Matt McCrate was recently selected by a group of his peers to lead the Missouri Soybean Association. Following his official installation, McCrate now serves […]
Elk Mound Seed Expands Product Selection with Wildflowers Seeds and Mixes
Wisconsin’s Elk Mound Seed will start to offer a large lineup of wildflowers species and specific wildflower mixes to accompany the increased demand locally and nationally. From Black-Eyed Susan, one […]
Moving to Seed
Benefits of seeds over cuttings proves attractive to growers. Some plants long sold only vegetatively are starting to show up in the market in seed form, something seed companies believe […]
Barenbrug Appoints New International Product Manager, Forage
Barenbrug appoints new International Product Manager for Forage: experienced agronomist to lead product development and market strategy.
New Breeding Techniques Best Weapon Against Hunger
New breeding techniques are the best weapon against hunger. Learn how they can help fight food insecurity and malnutrition in developing countries.
Celebrity Chef Impressed by New Hazera Cabbage Variety
The well-known and respected UK journalist Peter Seabrook was so impressed by the taste of the super-sweet, crisp cabbage Cabbice F1, that he decided to introduce it to celebrity chef […]
National Effort Aims to Train More Organic Seed Producers
Organic Seed Alliance (OSA) and the Multinational Exchange for Sustainable Agriculture (MESA) is proud to announce the launch of the Seed Internship Program, the first of its kind in the […]
Oregon Seed Association Winter Meeting Examines Industry Concerns
Recently, more than 150 people attended the Oregon Seed Association’s annual Mid-Winter Meeting at the Salem Conference Center. Guests included keynote speaker Lisa Charpilloz Hanson, deputy director of the Oregon […]
KeyGene’s SBG Patent Upheld
KeyGene announced today that its United States patent (US 8,815,512) protecting Sequence-Based Genotyping (SBG) technology was upheld by the United States Patent and Trademark Office, following ex parte reexamination initiated […]
Growmark Agronomy Introduces Sustainability Programs
Growmark is launching new programs out of its Agronomy division as part of its System-wide Sustainability Initiative called Endure. The programs include a Pollinator Seed Program, Endure Advocate Program, and […]
A Moment in Time: Seed World Celebrates 50th Anniversary in 1965
A Moment in Time Mandeville and King Company dedicate Envy, the first green zinnia, to Seed World in celebration of its 50th anniversary. The editors of the publication write: “We’re […]
Biodiversity Research Focuses on Increasing the Monarch Butterfly Population
BASF today announced first-year findings from Living Acres, a biodiversity research initiative focused on helping increase the iconic monarch butterfly population through establishing milkweed in non-crop areas. The research, conducted […]
ASTA Applauds Passage of Food Labeling Legislation
American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) President & CEO Andrew LaVigne made the following statement in response to the Senate Agriculture Committee’s passage of legislation to prevent what ASTA says would be […]
Sakata Seed America to Establish New Research Station
Today, Sakata Seed America announced plans to establish a new research station on land the company has acquired in Woodland, California’s Yolo County. The investment in land, greenhouses, offices and […]
Eliminating GMOs Would Take Toll on Environment, Economies
Higher food prices, a significant boost in greenhouse gas emissions due to land use change and major loss of forest and pasture land would be some results if genetically modified […]
New Breeding Techniques
New breeding techniques are revolutionizing the way we produce food. Learn how these methods are improving crop yields and sustainability.
Portugal’s GM Maize Production
Portugal’s GM maize production is on the rise. Learn about the benefits and challenges of this new agricultural trend in this informative article.
Portugal’s GM Maize Production
Portugal’s GM maize production is on the rise, with a record-breaking harvest in 2016. Learn more about the country’s success in this article.
Spain’s GM Maize Production
Spain’s GM maize production is booming, with yields up by 20% in 2016. Learn how this is impacting the country’s economy and environment.
Spain’s GM Maize Production
Spain’s GM maize production has increased by 20% in 2016. Learn more about the benefits and risks of this new technology.
Authorising Genetically Engineered Crops: A Regulatory Gridlock
EU regulatory gridlock preventing authorisation of GE crops. Learn how this affects farmers, consumers, and the environment.
GMOs: A chance to get it right in 2016?
GMOs are a controversial topic, but 2016 could be the year to get it right. Learn about the potential benefits and risks of GMOs and how to make informed decisions.
Your Passport to the World, the OECD Seed Schemes
Discover how the OECD Seed Schemes help you explore the world with ease. Learn about the benefits and requirements of the program.
Your Passport to the World – the OECD Seed Schemes
Discover how OECD seed schemes help you explore the world. Learn about the benefits and requirements of these programs to make your travel dreams a reality.
Always Look on the Bright Side
Always look on the bright side – an article about the importance of optimism and how it can help you in life. Learn how to stay positive and make the most of every situation.