Hybrid True Potato Seed Variety Registered in Netherlands
Seed World Staff on 06/15/2026
Solynta’s SOLHY019 has been added to the Dutch National Variety Register, marking the first registration of a diploid hybrid true potato seed variety in the Netherlands. The company says the approval supports broader international market access.The post Hybrid True Potato Seed Variety Registered in
Andalusia Offers Organic Farming Lessons for Europe
Seed World Staff on 06/15/2026
A University of Córdoba study finds organic farming decisions in Andalusia are shaped by profitability, environmental values and social responsibility. The findings may help guide European policies aimed at expanding organic agriculture by 2030.The post Andalusia Offers Organic Farming Lessons for E
European Project Targets Crop Pest Threats with New Decision-Making Platform
Seed World Staff on 06/11/2026
PhytoPRISM, a €6 million EU Horizon project led by the University of Warwick, will develop a platform to help Europe coordinate responses to agricultural and forest pest invasions. The project brings together 15 institutions and stakeholders from eight countries.The post European Project Targets Cro
The Next Breeding Breakthrough Could Come From a Variety Nobody Uses Anymore
Madeleine Baerg - Seed World Executive VP - Operations on 06/10/2026
Stefan Schmitz, Executive Director of the Crop Trust, makes the case that gene banks and crop genetic diversity — including wild relatives and forgotten varieties — are a foundational resource for the next generation of plant breeding innovation.The post The Next Breeding Breakthrough Could Come Fro
Crop Microbiome Study Shows Plants Select Microbes
Seed World Staff on 06/10/2026
A new crop microbiome study shows that crop species, rather than soil type, primarily determines the beneficial functions provided by root-associated microbes. Researchers say the findings could support microbial inoculants and microbiome-assisted breeding for sustainable agriculture.The post Crop M
Euroseeds Raises EUDR Concerns for Soybean Seeds
Seed World Staff on 06/10/2026
Euroseeds is calling on the European Commission to exempt certified soybean seeds for sowing from the EU Deforestation Regulation. The organization says their inclusion would burden the seed sector without advancing the Regulation’s environmental objectives.The post Euroseeds Raises EUDR Concerns fo
Agri-Food Sector Seeks Strategic Role in EU Fund
Seed World Staff on 06/10/2026
The agri-food sector is urging EU policymakers to recognise agriculture, aquaculture and food systems as strategic areas within the future European Competitiveness Fund and Horizon Europe. Signatories say dedicated research and innovation funding is essential for resilience, sustainability and compe
Organic Farming Could Help Crops Resist Drought
Seed World Staff on 06/09/2026
Organic farming may help crops resist drought by enriching beneficial soil bacteria linked to plant resilience.The post Organic Farming Could Help Crops Resist Drought appeared first on Seed World.Long-term organic management may enrich beneficial soil bacteria that help plants cope with drought str
The French Corn Seed Industry: A Model of Excellence Based on Innovation
Seed World Staff on 06/09/2026
The French corn seed industry has built a global reputation through variety innovation, specialized seed production, strict quality control and strong collective organization. Its integrated model helps deliver reliable, high-performing seed for farmers facing climate and productivity challenges.The
Data Abundance Is Reshaping Plant Breeding
Madeleine Baerg - Seed World Executive VP - Operations on 06/08/2026
Enid Perez-Lara explains how data abundance is changing plant breeding, from integration challenges to better decision-making.The post Data Abundance Is Reshaping Plant Breeding appeared first on Seed World.For decades, plant breeders faced a simple challenge: collecting enough data. Today, many bre
Why the Seed Sector Is Raising the Bar on Social Rights
Madeleine Baerg - Seed World Executive VP - Operations on 06/08/2026
In an interview with Ben Rivoire of the International Seed Federation, Seed World explores whether labor rights and ethical practices could become a major accountability issue for companies across the global seed value chain.The post Why the Seed Sector Is Raising the Bar on Social Rights appeared
Australia’s Seed Market Rewards Those Who Play the Long Game
Madeleine Baerg - Seed World Executive VP - Operations on 06/04/2026
Australia’s seed market is difficult to access, but Australian Seed Federation CEO Katherine Delbridge says those barriers help build trust and opportunity.The post Australia’s Seed Market Rewards Those Who Play the Long Game appeared first on Seed World.Australia is one of the most difficult seed m
New Seed Development Map Could Improve Crop Yield
Seed World Staff on 06/04/2026
A new seed development map from Whitehead Institute could help researchers study crop yield, nutrient storage and resilience.The post New Seed Development Map Could Improve Crop Yield appeared first on Seed World.A new gene expression atlas could help researchers better understand how seeds develop,
New Pipeline Targets Fungicide Discovery in Wheat
Seed World Staff on 06/04/2026
A Rothamsted Research pipeline aims to speed fungicide discovery for Septoria tritici blotch by screening microbial compounds.The post New Pipeline Targets Fungicide Discovery in Wheat appeared first on Seed World.Researchers aim to speed up the search for new antifungal compounds as wheat pathogens
How Soil Fungi Could Help Crops Need Less Fertilizer
Seed World Staff on 06/03/2026
Soil fungi could help crops improve nutrient uptake and reduce fertilizer needs by maintaining beneficial root partnerships.The post How Soil Fungi Could Help Crops Need Less Fertilizer appeared first on Seed World.Researchers at Whitehead Institute have created a detailed map of seed development th
European Agri-Food Coalition Backs NGT Compromise
Seed World Staff on 06/02/2026
A Push for Practical NGT RulesA coalition of 34 European agri-food value chain organisations is calling on Members of the European Parliament to support the adoption of the trilogue compromise text on plants produced by certain New Genomic Techniques (NGTs), without introducing further amendments.Th
GridScore NEXT Speeds Up Plant Breeding Research
Seed World Staff on 06/02/2026
GridScore NEXT helps crop researchers collect cleaner field data, reduce phenotyping errors and accelerate plant breeding.The post GridScore NEXT Speeds Up Plant Breeding Research appeared first on Seed World.An international team of researchers, led by The James Hutton Institute, has unveiled a pow
Ukraine’s New GM Traceability Law Takes Shape
Seed World Staff on 06/01/2026
Ukraine’s GM traceability law will align seed, crop and product rules with EU standards ahead of its August 2026 rollout.The post Ukraine’s New GM Traceability Law Takes Shape appeared first on Seed World.Ukraine is bringing its legislation into line with EU standards by consolidating relevant direc
ISTA 2026: Seed Testing’s Biggest Annual Event is Heading to Calgary
Madeleine Baerg - Seed World Executive VP - Operations on 05/29/2026
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 access, harmonization, and emerging technologies in seed testing. In the interview above, In
3D-Printed Technology Sheds Light on Fungal Highways in Wheat Crops
Seed World Staff on 05/29/2026
Researchers developed low-cost 3D-printed devices to study bacterial movement along fungal “highways” in soil and plants. Created by Rothamsted Research and collaborators, the scalable platform reveals how fungal networks transport bacteria under varying conditions, improving understanding of microb
European Commission Proposes Fertiliser Action Plan for Farmers
Seed World Staff on 05/28/2026
The European Commission has proposed a fertiliser action plan to support farmers, boost domestic production and improve Europe’s food security.The post European Commission Proposes Fertiliser Action Plan for Farmers appeared first on Seed World.Farmers across Europe are facing growing pressure from
Euroseeds 2026 Preview: Policy, Innovation & Global Stakes
Madeleine Baerg - Seed World Executive VP - Operations on 05/28/2026
Euroseeds Congress 2026 in Valencia will spotlight EU policy, innovation, global seed regions and the future of the industry.The post Euroseeds 2026 Preview: Policy, Innovation & Global Stakes appeared first on Seed World.With major seed sector events competing for attention in 2026, what makes Euro
Why Plant Breeding Persistence Matters in Seeds
Marcel Bruins - Seed World Europe Editorial Director on 05/27/2026
Plant breeding requires patience, discipline and long-term learning to develop better varieties and stronger seed sector leadership.The post Why Plant Breeding Persistence Matters in Seeds appeared first on Seed World.From developing new varieties to building stronger companies, real progress often
AI Model Predicts Tomato Virus Severity With 100% Accuracy
Seed World Staff on 05/27/2026
DeepTYLCV, developed at Sungkyunkwan University, uses artificial intelligence and viral genome sequence data to predict tomato yellow leaf curl virus virulence. Published in Plant Communications, the model identifies mild and severe TYLCV strains before field symptoms appear, supporting early diseas