Farming Strategies to Protect Biodiversity
Seed World Staff on 09/12/2025
A meta-analysis shows that protecting biodiversity in agriculture works best when land-sharing and land-sparing strategies are combined. Context-specific, integrated approaches outperform one-size-fits-all methods, balancing food production with conservationThe post Farming Strategies to Protect Bio
European Parliament Moves Towards Full Legalisation of All Hemp Plant Parts
Seed World Staff on 09/12/2025
The European Parliament’s COMAGRI committee voted to define hemp to include flowers, supporting the EU’s first “whole-plant” approach for production and marketing. This move, backed by the European Industrial Hemp Association, advances sustainable hemp farming within EU regulations.The post European
Smarter Robots, Stronger Crops: A Breakthrough in High-Throughput Phenotyping
Seed World Staff on 09/12/2025
A new phenotyping robot is transforming plant science with its adjustable wheel track, precision sensor gimbal, and advanced multi-sensor fusion. It allows faster, more accurate measurement of plant traits, supporting breakthroughs in crop improvement and sustainable agriculture.The post Smarter Rob
Tools for Smarter Breeding – Making Genomic Selection Practical
Seed World Staff on 09/12/2025
Breeding decisions are becoming smarter, faster, and more data-driven. In our Tools for Smarter Breeding – Making Genomic Selection Practical webinar, three leading experts — Dr. Diego Jarquin, Dr. Caio Canella Vieira, and Dr. Enid Pérez-Lara — showed how genomic selection is making that transformat
New Study Charts Path for Low-Emission Corn Farming Across the Globe
Seed World Staff on 09/11/2025
An international team led by the Institute of Atmospheric Physics at the Chinese Academy of Sciences has identified sustainable farming practices for maize (corn) that maintain high yields while reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The study offers strategies to lower environmental impact and promote
Quinoa Research Project Aims to Bring Superfood to German Fields
Seed World Staff on 09/11/2025
Rich in protein, vitamins and minerals, quinoa is valued worldwide as a healthy food. Its greatest strength lies in its adaptability: the crop tolerates cold, heat and drought, making it […]The post Quinoa Research Project Aims to Bring Superfood to German Fields appeared first on Seed World.
Fescue to the Rescue
Treena Hein – Seed World Contributor on 09/11/2025
Fescue is a versatile grass valued for livestock grazing and increasingly used on professional sports fields, where it’s starting to replace ryegrass. Modern breeding has produced varieties that are durable, drought-tolerant, and resistant to disease—while also improving yield, digestibility, and pa
Yasmine Ambrogio to Lead Research and Policy Initiatives at Euroseeds
Marcel Bruins - Seed World Europe Editorial Director on 09/10/2025
Yasmine Ambrogio joins Euroseeds as Manager of Research Projects and Policy, bringing expertise in food law, sustainability, and regulatory frameworks. She will help integrate legal insights into seed research, enhance Horizon Europe project engagement, and bridge science with policy, supporting inn
Shaping the Future of Plant Genetic Resources: PRO-GRACE Final Event in Crete
Partner Content on 09/09/2025
The EU-funded PRO-GRACE project is pleased to announce its final dissemination event: the 2nd International Workshop on Plant Genetic Resources, taking place on 8–10 October 2025 at the Conference Centre of the Mediterranean […]The post Shaping the Future of Plant Genetic Resources: PRO-GRACE Final
First Confirmed Case of Pea Bruchid in UK Commercial Pea Crop
Seed World Staff on 09/09/2025
The PGRO has confirmed the first-ever detection of pea bruchid in a UK commercial pea crop, found in Cambridgeshire. Common in northern France, the pest appears to have completed its life cycle in the UK this spring due to unusually warm, dry conditions. Larvae develop inside pea grains, and adult b
Should we Oppose Development Co-operation Towards Farmers’ Seed Systems?
Niels Louwaars – Seed World Columnist on 09/08/2025
Seeds have long been recognised as a cornerstone of agricultural development and global food security. Today, many development actors focus on community-based seed systems in the Global South, shifting from earlier efforts to strengthen formal seed systems. While challenges remain in improving acces
Euroseeds Announces Inaugural NextGen Forum in Edinburgh
Seed World Staff on 09/05/2025
Euroseeds launches the first NextGen Forum on 22 October 2025 in Edinburgh, connecting Master’s, PhD students, and postdocs with seed industry leaders to explore careers in agriculture, plant breeding, and genetics. Applications open June–September 2025 via the Euroseeds Congress website.The post Eu
The #1 Reason Your Story Isn’t Landing (And How to Fix It)
Shawn Brook - Seed World Group President on 09/05/2025
Effective storytelling is about connection, not quotas. Focus on your audience, craft messages that matter, and choose the right channel. When your audience becomes the hero and your intent is clear, your content resonates—turning posts into meaningful engagement instead of noise.The post The #1 Rea
Seeds of Innovation: How Scotland’s Plant Breeding Shapes the Future
Marcel Bruins - Seed World Europe Editorial Director on 09/05/2025
The 2025 Euroseeds Congress in Edinburgh is a timely reminder of Scotland’s rich plant breeding heritage. Few organisations showcase this better than The James Hutton Institute, where researchers in Dundee and Aberdeen advance crops that matter locally and globally—from preserving potato diversity i
How Cover Crops Could Change Everything for Ukraine’s Fields
Kevin Elmy – Seed World Columnist on 09/04/2025
A journey across Ukraine’s fields revealed hidden soil problems — and surprising fixes — to ensure its future as the world's breadbasketThe post How Cover Crops Could Change Everything for Ukraine’s Fields appeared first on Seed World.
Seed Meets Technology 2025: Innovation and Career Opportunities
Seed World Staff on 09/04/2025
From 23 to 25 September 2025, Seed Meets Technology will be held in Seed Valley, the Netherlands. The event provides a forum for developments in seed and coating technology, breeding support, sustainable […]The post Seed Meets Technology 2025: Innovation and Career Opportunities appeared first on S
Branislava Popov to Drive Variety Registration and Seed Marketing at Euroseeds
Marcel Bruins - Seed World Europe Editorial Director on 09/03/2025
Seed World Europe spoke with Branislava Popov about her new role at Euroseeds, tackling seed marketing and certification challenges across EU Member States, and what inspired her career in seeds and variety registration.The post Branislava Popov to Drive Variety Registration and Seed Marketing at Eu
Tracking the Agroecology Fund
David Zaruk– Seed World Columnist on 09/03/2025
The Agroecology Fund saw a dramatic surge in fundraising in 2024. A year later, it’s worth examining how this activist group has allocated its new funds—and what I found went beyond a simple list of grantees to something far more troubling.The post Tracking the Agroecology Fund appeared first on See
Six Weeks To Go: Get Ready For Euroseeds2025 In Edinburgh!
Seed World Staff on 09/03/2025
From 19–22 October, the European seed sector will convene in Edinburgh, Scotland for what promises to be the most impactful Euroseeds Congress yet. With over 1,000 participants already registered, excitement is high.The post Six Weeks To Go: Get Ready For Euroseeds2025 In Edinburgh! appeared first o
Less Input – More Genetics!
Christian S. Jensen on 09/02/2025
Crop yields and turf performance have reached unprecedented levels over the past 20 years thanks to efficient plant breeding. Even so, questions remain about the future need for forage and turf breeding.The post Less Input – More Genetics! appeared first on Seed World.
Potatoes Bred at The James Hutton Institute Will Help to Battle Major Pest in Kenya
Seed World Staff on 09/01/2025
Scientists at the National Potato Innovation Centre (NPIC) have introduced two new potato varieties in Kenya, now listed on the National Variety List. This effort was a collaboration with the University of St Andrews, IITA, CIP, icipe, KEPHIS, and Seeds2B to strengthen potato production and support
Gene Sequencing Uncovers Differences in Wild and Domesticated Crops
Seed World Staff on 09/01/2025
With climate change and more frequent extreme weather, global yields of crops like maize, rice, and soybeans could drop 12–20% by the end of the century. Researchers are exploring ways to boost yields and develop more resilient varieties. A recent study in Life shows that analyzing the genetics of w
What The Selfish Gene Can Teach the Seed Sector
Marcel Bruins - Seed World Europe Editorial Director on 08/29/2025
Over the holidays, I finished re-reading Richard Dawkins’ The Selfish Gene, a book that reshaped our understanding of evolution. Nearly 50 years after its 1976 publication, its insights remain relevant—not just for biology, but also for behaviour, cooperation, and inheritance. Dawkins’ concept of “s
What Will Your Fries Look Like in 2050? Scientists Have the Answer
Marc Zienkiewicz - Seed World Canada Senior Editor on 08/28/2025
Researchers are reimagining everyday staples to withstand extreme weather while keeping flavour and quality intact.The post What Will Your Fries Look Like in 2050? Scientists Have the Answer appeared first on Seed World.