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‘Wild’ Genes Open Up Opportunities for Healthier, Climate-Smart Rice

February 1, 2018
Seed World Europe

Learn how wild genes can be used to create healthier, climate-smart rice varieties. Discover the...

Since 1915: A Look Back at July 1983

January 30, 2018
Seed World

A look back at July 1983, the month that marked the 68th anniversary of the...

Is the Next Oil War Imminent?

January 29, 2018
Treena Hein – Seed World Contributor

Oil prices are set to rise as OPEC and Russia prepare for a new round...

Status Australia: Growers Comfortable with Direct Heading of Canola

January 29, 2018
Seed World Staff

Australian canola growers are feeling confident about their prospects for the upcoming season, with direct...

Status India: Crop Residue Burning Contributes to Air Pollution

January 28, 2018
Seed World Staff

Burning crop residue in India is a major contributor to air pollution. Learn more about...

Status Ethiopia: Seed Unit Launched to Improve Challenges in Improved Seed Distribution

January 28, 2018
Seed World Staff

Ethiopia has launched a new seed unit to improve seed distribution and address challenges in...

Status Philippines: BASF Inaugurated New Rice Knowledge Center

January 27, 2018
Seed World Staff

BASF inaugurates new Rice Knowledge Center in the Philippines to help farmers increase yields and...

Status Ukraine: LLC UkrSorgo Creates Plant in Kherson

January 26, 2018
Seed World Staff

Ukrainian company Status Ukraine LLC Ukrsorgo has opened a new plant in Kherson, creating jobs...

Status Tanzania: Southern Highlands Zone Leading in Supplying and Selling Fake Maize Seed

January 26, 2018
Seed World Staff

Tanzania's Southern Highlands Zone is leading in supplying and selling fake maize seed. Learn more...

Status China: China Plans to Eliminate More Toxic Pesticides

January 25, 2018
Seed World Staff

China plans to eliminate toxic pesticides and improve food safety. Learn how this will reduce...

Kim McConnell Honoured with Order of Canada Medal

January 25, 2018
Marc Zienkiewicz - Seed World Canada Senior Editor

Kim McConnell, a Canadian philanthropist and business leader, is awarded the Order of Canada medal...

Root Microbiome Valuable Key to Plants Surviving Drought

January 25, 2018
Seed World Canada

Root microbiome helps plants survive drought: learn how beneficial bacteria can help plants survive dry...

Fightback Against Yellow Rust Explored By UKCPVS

January 25, 2018
Seed World Europe

Fightback against yellow rust in wheat explored by UKCPVS: Learn how UKCPVS is helping farmers...

World Soil Day Brightened with Announcement of $20 Million Investment in Soil Health

January 24, 2018
Seed World Staff

World Soil Day is celebrated with a $20 million investment in soil health. Learn more...

Canola Council “Remains United” Despite Richardson’s Decision Not to Fund It

January 23, 2018
Marc Zienkiewicz - Seed World Canada Senior Editor

The Canola Council of Canada remains united despite Richardson's decision not to fund. Learn more...

Flax Council About to Close its Doors

January 23, 2018
Marc Zienkiewicz - Seed World Canada Senior Editor

Flax Council of Canada, a non-profit organization, is closing its doors after 25 years of...

Seed Synergy Workshops Coming to a City Near You

January 23, 2018
Seed World Canada

Learn how to create a sustainable garden with Seed Synergy's free workshops! Get tips from...

Correctly Used Neonics Don’t Harm Honeybee Colonies, Study Says

January 23, 2018
Seed World Staff

A new study finds that when used correctly, neonicotinoid pesticides do not harm honeybee colonies....

Scientists Find a Thermostat for Plant Immunity

January 19, 2018
Seed World Canada

Scientists discover new way to regulate plant immunity, unlocking potential for improved crop yields and...

See DOT Run

January 17, 2018
Treena Hein – Seed World Contributor

See Dot Run is a Canadian children's book about a young girl's journey to find...

Syngenta and NRGene Expand Collaboration as Syngenta Signs Long-term Licensing of Genomagic

January 16, 2018
Seed World Europe

Syngenta and NRGene expand collaboration with long-term licensing agreement to use Genomagic technology for crop...

Syngenta Licenses Big Data Platform from NRGene

January 16, 2018
Seed World Canada

Syngenta licenses big data platform from NRGene to help farmers increase crop yields and reduce...

Business Deal Leverages Large Collection of Cannabis Germplasm

January 16, 2018
Marc Zienkiewicz - Seed World Canada Senior Editor

Learn how a Canadian business deal is leveraging a large collection of cannabis germplasm to...

Oat Genome Mapped for the First Time

January 16, 2018
Seed World Canada

For the first time, scientists have mapped the entire genome of oats, unlocking the potential...

PanAmerican Seed Purchases Begonia Product Line from Golden State Bulb Growers

January 16, 2018
Seed World Staff

Brighten up your garden with the new Begonia Golden State Bulb from PanAmerican Seed. Perfect...

Revived TPP Threatens U.S. Wheat Sales

January 12, 2018
Seed World Staff

Revived TPP trade deal could reduce US wheat exports to Asia. US farmers worry about...

Monsanto Looking to Sell Dicamba-Resistant GM Soy Seed in Brazil

January 12, 2018
Seed World Staff

Monsanto to sell Dicamba-resistant GM soy seed in Brazil, offering farmers a new way to...

High Oleic Soybeans are About to Break Out in America

January 12, 2018
Seed World Canada

High oleic soybeans are revolutionizing the American soybean industry. Learn how this new variety is...

DuPont Pioneer Discusses Building Research-Ready Reference Genomes with Bionano Genomics

January 11, 2018
Seed World Staff

Dupont scientists discuss how to build reference genomes with Bionano Genomics technology to improve accuracy...

The New Seed Synergy Website is Live

January 11, 2018
Seed World Canada

Introducing Seed Synergy's new website! Get the latest news, resources, and information on seed production...

Why “Industry-Led, Government-Enabled” is the Future of Seed

January 10, 2018
Roy Van Wyk - Director, Client and Intellectual Property Services at Seeds Canada

Industry-led, government-enabled seed innovation is the future of agriculture. Learn how this approach can help...

Western Grains Research Foundation Commits $1.4 million to 9 New Projects

January 9, 2018
Seed World Canada

WGRF commits $1.4 million to 9 new research projects to improve the sustainability of Western...

SD Soybean Association Announces Director Election Results

January 9, 2018
Seed World Staff

SD Soybean Association announces election results of new directors. Farmers elect five new directors to...

Agricultural Parasite Takes Control of Host Plant’s Genes

January 9, 2018
Seed World Europe

Agricultural pest takes control of host plant's genes to survive. Learn how this parasite is...

Western Canada is Riding the Great Soybean Wave

January 8, 2018
Treena Hein – Seed World Contributor

Western Canada is experiencing a surge in soybean production, with farmers reaping the benefits of...

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