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Don’t Miss Your Chance to Nominate a Plant Breeding Pioneer

Submit your nomination for the 2026 Plant Breeding & Genetics Award sponsored by Seed World...
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Swinging for More Than Fences

The Seed World U.S. October issue is in your mailbox and online! Every fall, the...

U.S.

Behind Every Great Organization is Someone You’re Not Thanking Enough

True leadership is measured not only by results, but by who you lift up along...

Canada

The Quiet Disruptor Behind Canada’s Protein Future

Every year, Canada’s pulse and special crops industry singles out one person who’s changing the...

U.S.

Seeds Don’t Wait for Politics

A looming government shutdown threatens to disrupt the U.S. seed industry — delaying permits, halting...
U.S.

She’s in a League of Her Own

We're announcing women 30 game changers in U.S. Seed. These honorees were nominated by their...
U.S.

She’s in A League of Her Own – Part 2

Profiles 11-20 of Seed World U.S. 30 High-Impact Women feature....
U.S.

She’s in a League of Her Own – Part 3

Profiles 21-30 of Seed World's 30 High-Impact Women in U.S. Seed....
U.S.

ASTA Adds Washington Insider to Government Affairs Team

The American Seed Trade Association has hired Brandon Pachman as director of government affairs to...
Europe

Federico Vittorio Pisani Joins Euroseeds as Manager Development Cooperation and Genetic Resources 

Federico Vittorio Pisani has joined Euroseeds as Manager of Development Cooperation and Genetic Resources, bringing...
Europe

Yasmine Ambrogio to Lead Research Policy and Project Coordination at Euroseeds

Yasmine Ambrogio joins Euroseeds as Manager of Research Projects and Policy, bringing expertise in food...
Canada

Meet the Pathologist Who Put a Name to the Disease Costing Prairie Growers Millions

How root rot went from an overlooked issue to the biggest challenge in peas and...

U.S.

From Bluegrass to Bermuda; Deep in the Heart of Texas

We're previewing the September issue of Seed World U.S. and talking about fall transitions....
Latin America

Celebrando una Leyenda: Dieter K. Mulitze

Mulitze fue el fundador de Agronomix Software, un obtentor visionario, mentor y un ser humano...
U.S.

Remembering Joseph (Joe) Cortes

Iowa State University’s Seed Science Center is mourning the loss of Joseph (Joe) Cortes, retired...

Canada

Alberta’s Young Farmer of the Year is Betting on Niche Crops and Collaboration

Crops like faba beans and flax are giving Sarah Weigum a national spotlight...
U.S.

Remembering a Seed Legend: Dieter Mulitze

Dieter Mulitze’s wit, integrity, and vision left a lasting mark on Agronomix, shaping its innovation,...
Canada

Rita Mumm Is Cultivating the Next Generation of Food Security — One Plant Breeder at a Time

Rita Mumm doesn't mince words: the world’s next great challenge is feeding a growing population...
Canada

AOSCA’s New President Has a Track Record in Modernization

Doug Miller, a digital disruptor behind Canada’s seed certification overhaul, is now steering the Association...
Canada

Meet the Woman Who’s Turning Wheat’s Wild Side Into the Future of Farming

Valentyna Klymiuk steps into a new USask research chair role with a laser focus on...
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Six Feet of Sand, No Playbook

After Hurricane Helene devastated Upper East Tennessee, researchers are creating a recovery guide to help...
Canada

He Led Through a Pandemic and a Trade War — Now He’s Stepping Down

Barry Senft's coming departure as Seeds Canada CEO leaves one big question: who’s ready to...
Canada

Remembering a Giant of Ontario’s Seed Industry

He mentored the next generation of ag leaders, and helped build one of Ontario’s most...

U.S.

She’s in a League of Her Own

The seed industry grows because of bold ideas, tireless effort and people who refuse to...
Canada

Why This Scientist Thinks Plant Breeding Needs a Data Overhaul — Fast

Borlaug Scholar Karlene Negus applies AI to crop science, predicting performance in corn and sorghum...
Europe

In Memoriam – Dr. Simon N. Groot

Simon Groot, founder of East-West Seed, revolutionized tropical agriculture by introducing hybrid varieties and strengthening...
Canada

How These Leaders Quietly Shaped CSGA’s Future

From breeding legends to field-walking icons, CSGA’s awards night in Victoria celebrated seven giants who...
Canada

How Mike Downie Turned a Seed Conference Into a Rock ‘n’ Roll Revival

An award-winning documentary filmmaker turned a quiet seed conference into a full-blown call to arms...
U.S.

The Freedom to Adapt

In 2025, U.S. seed leaders navigate a changing landscape of climate, policy, and markets, emphasizing...
Canada

BASF Canada Names New Managing Director

BASF Canada appoints Marian Van Hoek as managing director, effective July 1, 2025. She brings...
U.S.

How to Grab Hold of Opportunities Hiding in Plain Sight

The global seed trade is full of untapped opportunities — if we’re willing to look...
Latin America

Promoviendo el Acceso Justo y la Innovación en la ISF

Lidero los grupos de la ISF sobre propiedad intelectual, recursos genéticos y combate a prácticas...
U.S.

Is Agriculture Losing Its Voice?

Former White House ag advisor Ray Starling urges seed industry leaders to confront rising distrust,...
U.S.

Ceradis Names New Supply Chain and Product Development Leader for the Americas

Ceradis B.V. recently named Thiago Gianeti as supply chain and product development leader for the...
U.S.

From Activation to Advocacy: ASTA Ushers in New Leadership with Eyes on the Future

At ASTA’s 2025 Leadership Summit, outgoing chair Dan Foor and incoming chair Dave Treinen emphasize...
Canada

Tariffs, Trust and Trilateral Ties

At ASTA’s 2025 Leadership Summit, North American seed trade was highlighted as critical for food...
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