The brand-new ISF Interview Corner, brought to you by ISF and powered by Seed World, is your opportunity to share your insights and amplify your presence at the Congress!This high-visibility media hub gives exhibitors, attendees, and industry leaders the chance to position themselves at the center o
The workshop “Bridging Fundamental Research and Applied Wheat Breeding – Improving Yield, Climate Resilience, and Resource Use Efficiency in Wheat” brought top scientists to the JKI in Berlin-Dahlem.The International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT) has established a strong foundation for
NPZ UK, PGRO, YARA, and The University of Lincoln have partnered on a 3-year Innovate UK-funded project, ‘ANSWERS’ (Alleviating Nutritional Stress in Wider Environmental Rewards in Sustainable UK protein crop production). The project aims to optimize yield, yield stability, and quality in winter and
EPO grants new CRISPR/Cas9 Patent to CVC, expanding RNA-Cas9 IP protection for 150+ ERS genomics licensees.ERS Genomics (‘ERS’), founded to provide broad access to the foundational CRISPR/Cas9 intellectual property developed by Prof. Emmanuelle Charpentier, announced Feb. 26 that the European Patent
Our PBR framework is stronger than it was in 2015, but there is more work to do.When you see Feb. 27 show up on the calendar this year, you will surely get the feeling that you ought to remember something significant. I’ll help you out: this year, today marks the 10-year anniversary of Bill C-18 rec
The European approach to agricultural regulation is often seen as a model of success, notes Bill Wirtz, senior policy analyst for the Consumer Choice Center based in Washington, D.C. “But I’m here to tell you—it’s not the case.” Wirtz, who hails from Luxembourg, opened today’s CropConnect conference
Representatives of the Italian agri-food supply chain have called on institutions to create an investment program to enhance field experimentation, raise public awareness of the benefits of TEA, and strengthen the interministerial unit tasked with discussing the proposed EU Regulation. (Note: TEA is
On Jan. 27, during the European Union’s Agriculture and Fisheries Council meeting in Brussels, ministers from Member States discussed how to strengthen farmers’ influence in the food supply chain and reduce bureaucracy in the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) to ease the administrative burden on farm
In 2023, the turnover from multifunctional agriculture in the Netherlands reached approximately 1.68 billion euros, a significant increase compared to previous years. This growth is attributed to the post-corona recovery, inflation, the expansion of activities, and further professionalization.‘Multi
Since the mid-1980s, the European Framework Programmes (FPs) have been the main funding tool for Research and Innovation (R&I) in Europe. Each FP reflects strategic goals, with the agrifood sector playing a pivotal role—not only in addressing global food demands but also in contributing to economic,
In an era of increasing geopolitical tension and shifting trade policies, Canada’s seed industry is recognizing that staying engaged on international trade issues is no longer optional—it’s essential. Michael Harvey, executive director of the Canadian Agri-Food Trade Alliance (CAFTA), sees the urgen
WHY IT MATTERSIn June 2022, Ukraine achieved EU candidate status. However, to gain full membership, the country must fulfill numerous requirements, including significant transformations in its agricultural sector. While most legal frameworks regulating quality standards and the distribution of vario
Insights on how to secure seed production in the EU.Why It Matters: Seed production is the process of cultivating plants specifically for the purpose of harvesting seeds, which then serve as the foundation for growing crops. It is a critical component of European and global agriculture and horticult
The landscape for agriculture and trade has always been complex, but recent political moves south of the border have turned up the heat. As Seeds Canada policy director Lauren Comin puts it, “It’s chaotic, unpredictable, and difficult to plan for.” With changes coming fast and furious, the Canadian
The first time that Poland chaired the Council of the European Union was in 2011. At that time the main priorities were negotiation and future accession of new member states; military and energy safety; immigration; concurrency and democracy. From a global perspective, Europe today is in a different
After 25 years of intense negotiations, Mercosur and the European Union (EU) have officially finalized and announced a historic free trade agreement. The decision was made during the Mercosur Summit in Montevideo, Uruguay, marking a significant milestone in the strengthening of trade relations betwe
Euroseeds is seeking a dynamic and experienced professional for the role of Manager, Research Policy and Project Coordination, based at their office in Brussels. This position will play a key role in representing Euroseeds in key EU institutions, including the EU Commission (DG AGRI, DG RTD) and the
Poland and Hungary are charting their sorghum course.Sorghum Captures Interest in Poland For the first time this year, PZPK, the Polish Corn Producers Association, has established a trial plot for sorghum to showcase and demonstrate the crop’s full potential in Poland. Tadeusz Michalski, the associa
Bayer’s Crop Science division has partnered with the Cambridge-based plant science organization Niab to launch a series of groundbreaking research projects. These initiatives will focus on harnessing genetic diversity in wheat, controlling flowering in strawberries, exploring root symbiosis in wheat
According to a new OECD report, public support for agriculture has decreased since 2021 but remains near historic highs and is still insufficiently focused on key innovation, productivity, and sustainability objectives.OECD Agricultural Policy Monitoring and Evaluation 2024, the global reference on
Join Marcel Bruins, Editorial Director of Seed World Europe, as he sits down with Dr. Jovan Djordjevic, Director of UC Davis Plant Breeding Academy, to discuss how this specialized program addresses the global shortage of plant breeders. In this insightful interview, Jovan shares why the UC Davis Ac
The Ukrainian soybean market is delivering impressive results, with export volumes reaching 445,000 tons, setting the stage for a potential new record. This achievement was highlighted by analysts from the First Ukrainian Agricultural Cooperative (FUAC), established under the Ukrainian Agrarian Con
Naktuinbouw will raise its fees by 6.5% effective Jan. 1, 2025. This increase will apply to variety testing, inspection services, and laboratory tests. The adjustment is driven by rising personnel and operational costs, as well as the impact of inflation. With this price change, Naktuinbouw will be
As Ukrainians brace for another challenging winter amidst the ongoing war and prolonged power outages, businesses across the country are preparing for disruptions. With Russian forces continuing large-scale attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, the cold months could bring electricity shortages
