How did COVID-19 Impact Turfgrass Preferences?
A news release from the American Society for Horticultural Science detailed how researchers analyzed how risk perceptions and demographics influenced turfgrass choices. The findings indicate that risk-averse consumers and those over 50 are more likely to seek drought-tolerant and stress-resistant varieties, a trend that may continue as climate change intensifies.
USDA Fast-Tracks Billions in Ag Aid
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins spoke at Commodity Classic, outlining the Department’s plan to distribute economic and disaster aid approved by Congress late last year. She also visited the […]
Farmers Building the Future for Farmers
When Éric Greliche, vice president of Limagrain, talks about his company, he begins with a family story. “My father was a member, and my mother worked at Limagrain. I grew […]
Farmers Building the Future for Farmers
When Éric Greliche, vice president of Limagrain, talks about his company, he begins with a family story. “My father was a member, and my mother worked at Limagrain. I grew […]
Farmers Building the Future for Farmers
When Éric Greliche, vice president of Limagrain, talks about his company, he begins with a family story. “My father was a member, and my mother worked at Limagrain. I grew […]
Put a Super Bowl-Winning O-Line into Your Corn Field
Though it was a few weeks ago now, I’m still keyed up from watching the Philadelphia Eagles take down the Kansas City Chiefs at Super Bowl LIX. Whether you’re a […]
European Patent Office Grants CVC Portfolio Key CRISPR Patent
EPO grants new CRISPR/Cas9 Patent to CVC, expanding RNA-Cas9 IP protection for 150+ ERS genomics licensees. ERS Genomics (‘ERS’), founded to provide broad access to the foundational CRISPR/Cas9 intellectual property […]
At PGDC Last Week, All Eyes Were on Black Barley, Purple Wheat and Supercharged Oats
A new oat line is making waves in the field, literally and figuratively. It delivers an impressive performance boost over current industry standards, as its creator showed in February at […]
Nathan Penner: Cross-Border Collaboration Fuels Seed Industry Innovation
When Nathan Penner joined FP Genetics nearly six years ago, he was focused on hybrid rye seed production. Fast forward to today, and he’s now leading commercialization efforts, ensuring a […]
Cibus Announces Leadership Transition and CEO Succession Plan
Cibus, Inc., an agricultural technology company focused on gene-edited plant traits, announced leadership changes as part of its succession planning.
Bushel Plus Expands into U.S. Market with Hopes to Boost Harvest Efficiency
Harvest optimization technology now available to American farmers. Bushel Plus Ltd. (Bushel Plus), a global leader in harvest optimization technology, announced it is expanding its operations into the United States. […]
La Diversidad Asegura un Futuro Brillante
A medida que la industria mundial de semillas evoluciona cada vez más para adoptar la colaboración internacional para desarrollar variedades adaptadas a diversos climas, necesidades de los consumidores y prácticas […]
Diversity Ensures a Bright Future
As the global seed industry increasingly evolves to embrace international collaboration to develop varieties adapted to diverse climates, consumer needs and agricultural practices, Agronomix has experienced an evolution of its […]
Commission Presents Roadmap for a Thriving EU Farming and Agri-food Sector
On Feb. 19, the European Commission unveiled its Vision for Agriculture and Food, a bold roadmap for the future of farming and food in Europe. This plan aims to build […]
Breaking New Ground: Pioneering Work in Tetraploid Turfgrasses
DLF breeder Christophe Galbrun is a pioneer in the turfgrass industry, credited with developing an entirely new category: tetraploid turfgrasses. When he embarked on this journey in the late 1990s, […]
Securing Our Agricultural Future: Innovation and Advocacy
Agriculture has always been at the heart of my career. As the Vice President of Operations at Summit, I oversee the daily logistics that ensure our seed coatings help farmers […]
Overplanting Bt Corn Fuels Pest Resistance and Costs U.S. Farmers $1.6 Billion, Study Says
Researchers say overuse of rootworm-resistant Bt corn threatens long-term crop viability. A new study warns that the widespread planting of genetically engineered Bt maize in the U.S. Corn Belt has […]
IPSA Seed Treatment Trials Get a High-Tech Upgrade
The Independent Professional Seed Association (IPSA) is expanding its 2025 Seed Treatment Trials with advanced data analytics and new industry partnerships to ensure independent seed companies receive comprehensive unbiased evaluations of the latest seed treatment options.
Seed Quality in Focus: Trends and the SGS Advantage
Join us on Thursday, March 27 for a live webinar, presented by our crop science experts, Holly Gelech and Amanda Patin. Is your seed quality management system ready for the challenges of 2025 […]
FAO Welcomed COP16.2, Stresses Agrifood Systems for Biodiversity Goals
As representatives from over 150 countries gathered in Rome for the resumed session of the 16th UN Biodiversity Conference (COP16.2), the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) […]
Gastar de Manera más Inteligente para Construir un Mejor Negocio
¿Sabe realmente a dónde va cada dólar de su negocio? Una mirada más atenta podría revelar oportunidades sorprendentes para redirigir el gasto y obtener mejores resultados. Hace poco leí ‘Duplique […]
Photos: Ag Expo 2025
Here are a few photo highlights from the North American Seed Fair at Ag-Expo in Lethbridge, Alta., running from Feb. 26-28, 2025. Now known as the North American Seed Fair […]
Tackling Risk in Agriculture
The risks for today’s agricultural producers has never been higher — but that doesn’t mean the industry can’t adapt and thrive. “Today’s farmers must navigate a complex web of interrelated […]
Why Canada’s PBR System is a Model for the World
Canada’s PBR system is a model for the world: learn how it works & why it’s so successful. Discover the benefits of this innovative approach to public policy.
Tidal Grow AgriScience Expands into Canada
Tidal Grow AgriScience, a division of Tidal Vision Products Inc., is making a major push into Canada’s agriculture sector with the launch of four regenerative crop solutions. The newly approved […]
Fungal Toxin Underpins Wheat Disease Spread
Researchers studying the globally significant fungal pathogen Fusarium graminearum, the leading cause of Fusarium Head Blight in small-grain cereals, have found that the mycotoxin deoxynivalenol (DON) plays a key role in […]
Canada Marks a Decade of UPOV ’91: 10 Years of Progress and the Road Ahead
Our PBR framework is stronger than it was in 2015, but there is more work to do. When you see Feb. 27 show up on the calendar this year, you will […]
Celebrating 128 Years of the North American Seed Fair
Elizabeth Tokariuk has been a part of — or volunteered for — the North American Seed Fair (NASF) since 1988. At the time, Alberta Agriculture and NASF were trying to implement a […]
IPSA Opens 2025 Scholarship Applications for Future Ag Leaders
Scholarships up to $4,000 available for students pursuing agricultural degrees. The Independent Professional Seed Association (IPSA) is now accepting applications for its 2025 scholarship program, supporting the next generation of […]
New Seed Germination Model Devised
Scientists at Rothamsted have developed a novel mathematical model for seed germination. The new tool is derived from field data and marks a significant improvement in accuracy over previous models. […]
INRAE and La Ferme Digitale Partner to Boost Agri-Food Innovation
During the International Agricultural Show, Philippe Mauguin, President and CEO of INRAE, and Jérôme Le Roy, President of La Ferme Digitale, officially launched a four-year partnership aimed at enhancing collaboration […]
Nations Unite to Protect Crops with Landmark Deposits to Svalbard Global Seed Vault
This week, more than 14,000 seed samples from 21 genebanks are being stored in the chilly chambers of the Svalbard Global Seed Vault. Among these samples are vital varieties of […]
Ag Expo Deeply Rooted in Alberta’s History
Few events can boast a robust history dating back more than 100 years. In 1897 Lethbridge and area ranchers organized the first ever “Lethbridge and District Exhibition” — an Expo […]
Want to go to Ag-Expo in Lethbridge? We’re Giving Away 10 Free Tickets
Seed World Canada is sponsoring the North American Seed Fair at Ag-Expo in Lethbridge, Alta., this week, and is giving away 10 free tickets! If you’d like one, simply email cblenkin@seedworldgroup.com and you’ll […]
Partnership to Expand Global Access to Biological Nitrogen Solution
“Syngenta is investing significantly to bring the most innovative biological solutions to farmers around the world. Biostimulants that boost the nutrient use efficiency of crops have a significant role in strengthening the sustainability of agriculture, and are integral to Syngenta’s efforts to improve both crop yields and soil health. We are excited to work with Ceres Biotics in this fast-evolving area of plant nutrition,” said Jonathan Brown, Global Head Seedcare and Biologicals at Syngenta, in the release.
Meristem Names New CFO
Meristem Crop Performance has tapped agribusiness veteran Dan Hennessy as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). With a strong track record in finance, data analytics and operations management, Hennessy will […]