Report: Cultivation and Chain Development Of Novel Crops in Ukraine
Seed World Staff on 09/17/2025
A new report highlights opportunities for Dutch-Ukrainian collaboration in agriculture, focusing on novel crop cultivation and supply chain development. Dutch expertise in precision farming, soil analysis, and post-harvest solutions could help modernize Ukrainian agriculture despite challenges from
Game-changing Biotech for Engineering Pathogen-Resistant Crops
Seed World Staff on 09/17/2025
Researchers at Japan’s RIKEN CSRS discovered SCORE, an ancient plant immune receptor that detects cold-shock proteins in bacteria, fungi, and insects. The study reveals potential to engineer crops and trees with enhanced disease resistance using synthetic SCORE receptors.The post Game-changing Biote
Scorching Summer Shows Urgent Action is Needed for Potatoes
Seed World Staff on 09/16/2025
A UK research project emphasizes the need for climate-resilient potato varieties to protect Britain’s staple crop. Professor Ian Toth of the National Potato Innovation Centre warns that urgent action is required as rising temperatures threaten yields, despite ongoing development of heat- and drought
All DRII-ed Up: How Plants Bounce Back After Drought
Seed World Staff on 09/16/2025
Salk Institute researchers have discovered that plants boost their immune systems after experiencing drought, revealing genetic strategies to develop hardier, more resilient crops. This finding highlights how plants prioritize survival over growth when recovering from water stress.The post All DRII-
Cologne Scientist Receives ERC Grant to Develop Disease-Resistant Cereals
Seed World Staff on 09/15/2025
The European Research Council (ERC) awarded Starting Grants to three University of Cologne researchers—Dr. Sabina Hillebrandt, Dr. Isabel Saur, and Prof. Dr. Johannes Wohlfart—providing up to €1.5 million each over five years to support innovative early-career research in humanities, life sciences,
Federico Vittorio Pisani Joins Euroseeds as Manager Development Cooperation and Genetic Resources
Marcel Bruins - Seed World Europe Editorial Director on 09/15/2025
Federico Vittorio Pisani has joined Euroseeds as Manager of Development Cooperation and Genetic Resources, bringing extensive experience in bridging policy, innovation, and international collaboration.The post Federico Vittorio Pisani Joins Euroseeds as Manager Development Cooperation and Genetic Re
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 Policy and Project Coordination 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