Shields the Seeds. Fosters Growth.
Seed World Staff on 11/07/2025
Integral® Pro redefines sustainable seed protection for European sunflower growers. Backed by proven success in oilseed rape, this BASF BioSolution uses Bacillus amyloliquefaciens MBI600 to shield seeds from fungal diseases while boosting vigor, root health and yields. Delivering robust performance,
Climate Intervention May Not Be Enough to Save Coffee, Chocolate and Wine, New Study Finds
Seed World Staff on 11/07/2025
A study in Environmental Research Letters reveals that Stratospheric Aerosol Injection (SAI), a proposed climate intervention, may not protect crops like coffee, cacao, and wine grapes from climate change. While SAI cools global temperatures, it fails to stabilize rainfall and humidity—key factors f
When the Chemistry Runs Out: What Comes Next for Europe’s Seed Treatment Industry?
Seed World Staff on 11/07/2025
Europe’s cereal seed coatings are set for major change by 2027 as key chemicals are banned. With no replacements yet, biological and physical alternatives could redefine seed protection and innovation.The post When the Chemistry Runs Out: What Comes Next for Europe’s Seed Treatment Industry? appeare
How Can the Seed Sector Make Its Voice Heard?
Seed World Staff on 11/06/2025
Clear, confident advocacy is key for the seed sector to stand out amid global noise. In this discussion, Euroseeds’ Cesar González explains how effective communication can shape innovation, sustainability, and agricultural policy. Discover how the industry can strengthen its voice to influence both
Study: Depletion of Ukraine’s Soils Threatens Long-Term Global Food Security
Seed World Staff on 11/06/2025
The Russian invasion of Ukraine is depleting vital soil nutrients, threatening its role as Europe’s breadbasket. A UK–Ukraine–Netherlands study found more nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium are removed than replaced, due to fertilizer shortages and soil damage. Experts urge integrated nutrient mana
Camelina Identified as Promising Crop for Sustainable Aviation Fuel in Scotland
Seed World Staff on 11/06/2025
A new report from The James Hutton Institute and SRUC explores the potential for growing oilseed cover crops in Scotland to produce sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Commissioned by the Scottish Government, the review identifies camelina as the most promising crop due to its high oil content and low
Strengthening the Multilateral System
Marcel Bruins - Seed World Europe Editorial Director on 11/06/2025
Ahead of GB11 of the Plant Treaty, the global seed sector—led by ISF and CropLife International—is calling for a practical, flexible, and fair Multilateral System. With clearer benefit-sharing, broader access to plant genetic resources, and recognition of digital data, the goal is simple: a system t
Seeds of Climate Action: How ISF Is Driving Global Agricultural Resilience
Marcel Bruins - Seed World Europe Editorial Director on 11/06/2025
The International Seed Federation (ISF) is leading global efforts to make seeds central to climate action. As agriculture adapts to climate change, ISF unites seed companies worldwide to drive innovation, resilience, and sustainability. Through plant breeding, seeds help farmers boost yields, conser
Rice Takes Root in British Soil for the First Time
Seed World Staff on 11/05/2025
Scientists from the UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology (UKCEH) are partnering with farmers in the Cambridgeshire Fens to trial rice and other crops on rewetted peat soils. The project aims to cut greenhouse gas emissions, restore degraded peatlands, and sustain food production. Trials include nine co
Scientists Decode Oat Pan-Genome, Unlocking Path to Climate-Resilient Crops
Seed World Staff on 11/04/2025
Scientists from TUM, Helmholtz Munich, and IPK have decoded the pan-genome of 33 oat lines, revealing the full genetic diversity of one of the world’s most nutritious grains. Published in Nature, the research provides a foundation for breeding climate-resilient, high-yield oat varieties capable of w
Rooted in Progress: Reinventing the Carrot for a Changing World
Marcel Bruins - Seed World Europe Editorial Director on 11/04/2025
Carrot breeding is evolving to meet modern challenges — from climate resilience and disease resistance to colour diversity and consumer appeal. Today’s breeders combine advanced genetics, grower collaboration, and sustainable practices to deliver carrots that perform under pressure and delight in ev
Reinventing Grain Grading: Cgrain on Winning Runner-Up at Euroseeds 2025
Seed World Staff on 11/04/2025
Sweden’s Cgrain is redefining grain grading with a high-precision imaging system that delivers fast, reliable, and fully objective quality analysis. Runner-up at the 2025 Euroseeds InnovAction Awards, Cgrain’s digital platform is driving a more data-driven future for seed and grain quality assessmen
Pollination Takes Flight – Polyfly on Winning Runner-Up at InnovAction 2025
Seed World Staff on 11/04/2025
Spanish startup Polyfly is revolutionizing pollination by industrializing hoverflies as natural, eco-friendly pollinators. Led by CEO Marc Vaez-Olivera, the company’s sustainable innovation — runner-up at the 2025 Euroseeds InnovAction Awards — is transforming how Europe’s seed and horticulture sect
Decades of Discovery Pay Off as phenoLytics Takes Top Prize at InnovAction 2025
Seed World Staff on 11/04/2025
Germany’s phenoLytics (SeedTelligence) is revolutionizing digital phenotyping with 3D imaging and big data analytics. Led by Dr. Antje and Dr. Johannes Wolff, the company’s breakthrough technology — winner of the 2025 Euroseeds InnovAction Stage — is driving faster, smarter, and more scalable plant
Growing Seed Partnerships with Europe’s Eastern Neighbours
Seed World Staff on 11/04/2025
Europe’s seed industry can thrive through stronger East-West cooperation built on trade, trust, and transformation. In this exclusive interview, Euroseeds Board Member Josef Fraundorfer highlights how openness and collaboration — especially amid challenges like the Ukraine conflict — can unite and s
Global Seed Vault Marks Year-End with 21,000 New Samples
Seed World Staff on 11/03/2025
The Svalbard Global Seed Vault has completed its final 2025 deposit, securing over 21,000 new seed samples from 20 genebanks across six continents. The October shipment, managed by NordGen, included crops like rice from the Philippines, Peruvian chili, African vegetables, and Nordic cereals.The post
Seed Sector Adjusts to Tight Supply and Rising Demand
Adger Banken - VP Wholesale & Procurement at DLF on 11/03/2025
The 2025 grass and forage seed market is tightening as demand rebounds and supplies shrink. 🌾 Favorable weather, strong dairy prices, and renewed turf interest drive growth, while limited acreage and rising costs push prices higher. With volatility ahead, opportunities emerge for innovation, sustain
Scientists Identify Rice Varieties That Could Help Cut Methane Emissions
Seed World Staff on 10/31/2025
New research from the University of Warwick and Cranfield University shows that genetic selection could significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions from crops, especially rice. Published in Frontiers in Agronomy, the study found that rice variety choice can influence methane emissions more than fe
Crop-killing Pathogen Found to Disable Plant ‘Alarm System’
Seed World Staff on 10/31/2025
Scientists have discovered how Phytophthora infestans — the pathogen behind the Irish potato famine — evades plant immune defenses, offering a path to stronger crops. Researchers from the University of York, The James Hutton Institute, and Université Libre de Bruxelles identified enzymes called AA7
Building Trust for Fair Access to Patented Traits
Hélène Guillot - Managing Director of the ACLP on 10/31/2025
Arbitration offers a fair, expert-led way to resolve disputes efficiently in the seed sector. The Agricultural Crops Licensing Platform (ACLP) uses a “baseball arbitration” model to ensure transparent, timely royalty agreements for patented traits. With trained, independent arbitrators and clear pro
Seeds of Change – Balancing Productivity and Planet
Marcel Bruins - Seed World Europe Editorial Director on 10/30/2025
Agriculture’s definition of success is shifting from maximizing yield to optimizing sustainability. Today’s seed innovation focuses on producing more with less — less water, fewer emissions, and reduced resource use — while restoring ecosystems and supporting farmer livelihoods. Collaboration across
AIPPI Urges EU Institutions to Reconsider Broad Patent Ban on NGT Plants
Seed World Staff on 10/28/2025
AIPPI warns that the European Parliament’s proposed ban on patents for New Genomic Technique (NGT) plants could hinder innovation, investment, and competitiveness in Europe’s biotechnology sector. The association urges EU institutions to consult all stakeholders and ensure intellectual property laws
How KWS Is Creating Seeds For The Future
Seed World Staff on 10/28/2025
Join us as we step inside the world of one of agriculture’s most forward-thinking seed companies: KWS. From beginnings in sugar beet breeding in Klein Wanzleben, Germany in 1856, to global research & development hubs in Einbeck, Europe and U.S., KWS is on a mission: Seeding the future for generation
INRAE Signs Seven Deals in China to Boost Scientific Cooperation
Seed World Staff on 10/28/2025
During a visit to China, INRAE signed seven new scientific agreements with top Chinese institutions to strengthen collaboration in carbon neutrality, agroecology, biodiversity, plant genetics, nutrition, and sustainable livestock farming. The visit also marked the opening of a joint INRAE–CIRAD offi