World Status | July 2014
An in-depth overview of the global seed industry. From developing the seed sector in China to UPOV accession in Africa, seed issues take center stage around the world. STATUS AFRICA The […]
Regulatory Roundup | July 2014
NATIONAL CFIA STREAMLINES REGISTRATION PROCESS FOR SOY AND FORAGE VARIETIESRegulatory changes that streamline the variety registration process for new oilseed soybean and forage varieties are now in effect. The amendments […]
Cross Pollination | July 2014
El Niño Impacts Agricultural ProductionMeteorological forecasts indicate a 70 per cent probability of El Niño occurring during the Northern Hemisphere’s summer and an 80 per cent probability during autumn or […]
Perspective: Inspectors Provide Insight | July 2014
From the Field At this time, all of the certification application deadlines have passed and the paperwork necessary for field inspection should be filed. Germination talks with inspectors to see […]
High Achievers in the Spotlight | July 2014
Canadian Seed Growers’ Association and Canadian Seed Trade Association Achievement Awards CSGA Award Winners Robertson Associate Awards Rodney AltwasserAfter returning home in 1968 to the family farm near Yellow Grass, […]
SAA Spearheads Priority Working Groups | July 2014
SAA Spearheads Priority Working Groups As the Seed Association of the Americas pushes to ease the movement of seed between countries, more member engagement is needed. Members of the Seed Association […]
Humanizing Science | July 2014
Shorten and Simplify GMO Conversations Sometimes, talking to people away from the office about the work can be a challenge, especially when it comes to GMOs. Here are some tips to […]
Registration Review | July 2014
Is there one ideal variety registration model that every country should adopt? Variety registration is not a one-size-fits-all scenario but there are certain characteristics that every variety registration system should […]
Operation Pollinator | July 2014
An innovative program from Syngenta Canada uses wildflowers to promote bee populations and bee health while enhancing the view on golf courses. Taking in the view. If you’re a golfer, it’s probably […]
Wheat Warden | July 2014
It’s more than a job. For Ron DePauw, breeding wheat and playing a role in the creation of a safe, wholesome and affordable food supply is a passion — some […]
Alfalfa Awaits Regulatory Approval | July 2014
Low-Lignin Alfalfa Shows Promise New GM trait not yet available in Canada, but product might provide significant benefits to producers. Since April of 2013, after more than a decade of product […]
Monsanto’s Jim Tobin Receives ASTA’s Lifetime Honorary Member Award
Monsanto’s Jim Tobin Receives ASTA’s Lifetime Honorary Member Award The American Seed Trade Association Recognized Jim Tobin of Monsanto with its Lifetime Honorary Member Award during its 131st Annual Convention […]
ASTA Recognizes Two Individuals with the 2014 Distinguished Service Award
ASTA Recognizes Two Individuals with the 2014 Distinguished Service Award Given to recognize those who have made significant contributions to the seed industry and the association, the American Seed Trade […]
NAPB and PBCC Meeting To Focus on Breeding for Tolerance to Water Stress
July 7, 2014 NAPB and PBCC Meeting To Focus on Breeding for Tolerance to Water Stress The 8th Annual Plant Breeding Coordinating Committee Meeting and the 4th Annual National Association […]
Marigolds for Eye Health
Marigolds for Eye Health During the American Seed Trade Association’s 131st Annual Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana, attendees learned about a marigold breeding project by Ball Horticultural Company that improves eye […]
Dow AgroSciences’ Chris Boomsma Named Future Giant of the Industry
Dow AgroSciences’ Chris Boomsma Named Future Giant of the Industry Today (June 12) Seed World, in partnership with the Future Seed Executives of the American Seed Trade Association, recognized Chris […]
Purdue President Advocates for Technology and Partnerships
Purdue President Advocates for Technology and Partnerships Today, two-term Indiana governor and president of Purdue University Mitch Daniels welcomed the American Seed Trade Association and its members to Indianapolis, Indiana, […]
ASTA Elects New Officers
ASTA Elects New Officers This morning (June 12, 2014) the membership of the American Seed Trade Association, at its 131st Annual Convention in Indianpolis, Indiana, elected officers for 2014/15. Former […]
Indianapolis Plays Home to the Seed Industry
The American Seed Trade Association welcomed more than 300 individuals to Indianapolis, Indiana, today for its 131st Annual Convention where industry leaders and experts in the seed industry are meeting […]
ASTA Working Group Looks at the Relationship Between Seeds and Food Safety
The Food Safety Pathogen Working Group convened at ASTA’s 131st Annual Convention to evaluate its statement summarizing the association’s position on seed as it relates to food safety. The California […]
Product Performance Is Critical to Large Farmers
Today, the American Seed Trade Association kicked off its 131st Annual Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana, with a focus on characteristics that make up large commercial producers. Every five years, […]
At the Cutting Edge of Agricultural R&D, Microbial Science Helps to Feed The World
Marcus-Meadows Smith, CEO Peter Wigley, Head New Zealand Operations It’s no secret that the world needs more food. According to the United Nations World Food Program, more than 870 million […]
Industry News – June 2014
Industry News is geared to seed professionals and delivers the people, industry, business and product news you need to know. Submissions are welcome. Email us at·news@issuesink.com. People News Haplotech, a […]
Julie Deering News Blast – ASTA’s 131 AGM
by Julie Deering Friday, June 13, 2014 Monsanto’s Jim Tobin Receives ASTA’s Lifetime Honorary Member Award The American Seed Trade Association Recognized Jim Tobin of Monsanto with its Lifetime Honorary […]
Training the Force
Training the Force To solve the world’s biggest challenges, the seed industry relies on a highly skilled workforce, and the University of California, Davis, works to prepare those individuals. […]
Time Takes a Toll on Seed Quality
High Expectations for Unfit Seeds Development work is very rewarding, but it can also be frustrating. While you know what needs to change, the process of change at a community […]
Registration Review
Registration Review Is there one ideal variety registration model that every country should adopt? Variety registration is not a one-size-fits-all scenario but there are certain characteristics that every variety registration […]
Reinvigorating Research
Funding Remains Critical to Future Research Projects Societal challenges spur an uptick in available research dollars, but the competition is fierce. During the past decade, there’s been a growing concern […]
Meet the Future Giants
Meet the Future of the Seed Industry With an outstanding pool of nominees for the Future Giants of the Seed Industry Award, the team at Seed World introduces the top […]
Reflections from Craig Newman
ASTA’s Craig Newman reflects on his year as chairman. For AgReliant Genetics’ Craig Newman, 2013/14 has been years in the making as he has worked his way up through the […]
Boom Times for Sorghum
More and more acres in the United States and around the world are being planted with this hardy, drought-resistant grain. The growing number of uses for sorghum is a big […]
Seeds of Distrust Spur GMO Labeling Bill
Seeds of Distrust Spur GMO Labeling Bills A growing number of U.S. states are considering some form of mandatory labeling for GMO-derived food products. Seed World explores the impact such […]
FuSE turns 10
Executives in the Making Celebrating its 10th anniversary, the Future Seed Executives initiative continues to build momentum. To recognize this milestone, Seed World has followed up with the committee’s founders. […]
Tips to Talk About Work
How to Have the GMO Talk — the Right Way Sometimes, talking to friends and family can be a challenge for employees in the seed industry. Here are some tips […]
Cover Crops Uncovered
Cover crops have proven to help farmers but can they help your business, too? The needs of modern agriculture have driven the seed industry to focus on higher-yielding varieties […]
Giant Views of the Industry | March 2014
_x000D_ A World of Change _x000D_ To steal the words of the famous Greek philosopher Heraclitus, “the only thing that is constant is change.” This is especially true for the […]