The Next Generation of Plant Breeders Is Here
Borlaug Scholar Karlee Klemm shares how technology, agriculture and a drive to make an impact are shaping the next generation of plant breeders.
Plant Breeding’s Future Depends on More Than Science
The future of plant breeding needs more than technical skill. Ana Maria Heilman-Morales explains why mentorship, service and courage matter.
The Varieties Fade; The Impact Doesn’t
NAPB award recipient Istvan Rajcan explains why farmer adoption, research freedom and training future scientists define plant breeding impact.
From Seed to Stadium: In Pursuit of the Perfect World Cup Pitch
Behind every FIFA World Cup match is a seed story. Stacy Bonos of Rutgers and Matthew Duncan of DLF explain the breeding, research and turf science behind World Cup pitches.
ISTA 2026: Seed Testing’s Biggest Annual Event is Heading to Calgary
From June 22–25, ISTA 2026 will bring together seed testing professionals, technical experts, regulators, and industry leaders from around the world to discuss the issues shaping global seed movement, market […]
They Went on Vacation and Bought a Seed Company?! | The Fusion Seed Story
While on vacation in Hawaii, Chad and Sherry Goldsmith made a life-changing decision to buy a seed company. That leap became Fusion Seeds.
WSC26: The Race for Faster Seed Innovation is Driving Companies to Chile
In today’s seed sector, speed is a critical competitive advantage. Chile is increasingly positioning itself as a key facilitator in that race. At World Seed Congress 2026 in Lisbon, ANPROS […]
Why Seed Trade Is Getting More Expensive
Sam Crowell of ASTA discusses tariffs, Section 301 investigations, customs delays and why seed trade uncertainty is raising costs for seed companies.
Why Farm Bill Uncertainty Matters to Seed
Janae Brady of ASTA explains why Farm Bill uncertainty, conservation funding and USDA restructuring impact seed companies.
Why the Fertilizer Crisis Won’t End When the Iran War Does
The fertilizer crisis gripping global agriculture was already building before the war with Iran. The situation was already taking place across supply chains, buying habits and investment pipelines. The current crisis is exposing just how fragile the system has become.
Industry Leaders Back NAPB Borlaug Scholars — Now New Sponsors Are Invited for 2026
Supported by organizations like Bayer, the program connects top students with industry mentors — and is expanding opportunities for new partners. The National Association for Plant Breeding (NAPB) Borlaug Scholarship […]
MyPlate Reset Sends Early Signals to Seed
The MyPlate reset is more than a nutrition story — it’s an early signal for seed. From the ASTA Vegetable and Flower Conference, this piece explores how federal nutrition guidance can influence breeding priorities, crop investment and long-term strategy across the seed industry.
Meet Ag’s Power Duo: Chitosan and Microbes
Some of the most important battles a crop fights happen before it ever sees daylight. Cold soils, salt stress, and early-season pathogens all collide at the seed, and the outcome […]
Myth vs. Reality: The Cold Truth About the AIM Act
The AIM Act may feel like a 2035 issue, but refrigerant supply, equipment decisions and cold storage planning are already shifting. In this video, Addie Waxman of McCain Foods and Victoria Stamper of United Potato Growers of Canada explain why the seed industry should pay attention now.
Discussions to Modernize International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources Fail: What’s Next?
Lima, Peru marked a missed opportunity to modernize the FAO International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources. High hopes to address digital sequence information, benefit-sharing, and access reforms collapsed into stalemate. With negotiations halted, the seed sector warns that growing sovereignty disputes and policy inertia threaten global cooperation, biodiversity conservation, and future food security.
A Call to Action from an Independent: One-On-One with John Latham
Independent seed companies are facing growing limits on freedom to operate as market concentration and restrictive licensing agreements reduce competition. In this commentary, John Latham of Latham Quality Incorporated explains why independent voices matter now, how current IP structures are limiting innovation and why it is time for policymakers and industry leaders to listen.
What’s Driving the Next Wave of Seed Innovation?
Dan Basse’s Rapid-Fire Forecast Points to a Turbulent 2026
This rapid-fire interview with Dan Basse breaks down the key trends set to influence seed demand commodity markets and farmer decisions as the industry heads into 2026.
Introducing the U.S. Seed Sector’s Insider of the Year: Summit Seed Coatings
Seed World U.S. Insider of the Year David Henze of Summit Seed Coatings talks about the importance of telling your story and why thought leadership really matters.
2025 Young Seedsman, Big Impact
Jake Metzger of Oregon’s Landmark Seed earns the 2025 Western Seed Association Young Seedsman Award and shares how relationships fuel the next generation of seed professionals.
Innovation Over Uncertainty: How U.S. Seed Industry Policy Shapes the Future of Agriculture
U.S. seed industry policy is shifting fast. ASTA chair Dave Treinen says the future of innovation depends on education, advocacy, and staying close to customers.
Seed World INSIGHT: Plant Genetic Resources Treaty at a Crossroads
Global negotiations this November in Lima will determine how countries share and benefit from plant genetic resources, shaping the future of crop innovation, biodiversity, and food security. In a Seed World INSIGHT panel, leaders from ISF, Bejo Zaden, and Corteva examine fair ABS systems, DSI governance, and the risks of a flawed Treaty update. Watch the full discussion for key insights.