Yasmine Ambrogio to Lead Research and Policy Initiatives at Euroseeds
Marcel Bruins - Seed World Europe Editorial Director on 09/10/2025

Yasmine Ambrogio to Lead Research and Policy Initiatives at Euroseeds

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

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Seed Meets Technology 2025: Innovation and Career Opportunities
Seed World Staff on 09/04/2025

Seed Meets Technology 2025: Innovation and Career Opportunities

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

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Branislava Popov to Drive Variety Registration and Seed Marketing at Euroseeds
Marcel Bruins - Seed World Europe Editorial Director on 09/03/2025

Branislava Popov to Drive Variety Registration and Seed Marketing at Euroseeds

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

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Denmark’s EU Council Presidency Puts PRM and NGT in the Spotlight
Nils Elmegaard - Chief Consultant at the Danish Seed Council on 08/12/2025

Denmark’s EU Council Presidency Puts PRM and NGT in the Spotlight

On July 1, 2025, Denmark began its EU Council presidency, focusing on defence, trade, climate, and key seed-sector files like Plant Reproductive Material and New Genomic Techniques regulations.The post Denmark’s EU Council Presidency Puts PRM and NGT in the Spotlight appeared first on Seed World.

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E-commerce, Opportunities and (Many) Risks for the Seed Sector
Franco Brazzabeni – Seed World Columnist on 08/08/2025

E-commerce, Opportunities and (Many) Risks for the Seed Sector

E-commerce—buying and selling products online via websites, apps, or marketplaces—has grown rapidly since 2000, offering opportunities but also risks for sectors like the seed industry, with transactions spanning B2B, B2C, and peer-to-peer across countries.The post E-commerce, Opportunities and (Man

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30 Years of Safeguarding Innovation in a Changing World
Marcel Bruins - Seed World Europe Editorial Director on 08/06/2025

30 Years of Safeguarding Innovation in a Changing World

Amid climate change and resource pressures, the EU breeding sector relies on the Community Plant Variety Office (CPVO) to drive innovation and develop resilient, high-performing plant varieties.The post 30 Years of Safeguarding Innovation in a Changing World appeared first on Seed World.

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A Life in Seeds: Päivi Mannerkorpi Reflects on Two Decades of EU Leadership
Marcel Bruins - Seed World Europe Editorial Director on 08/04/2025

A Life in Seeds: Päivi Mannerkorpi Reflects on Two Decades of EU Leadership

For over 20 years, Päivi Mannerkorpi shaped EU seed legislation and plant variety rights, strengthening agricultural quality and innovation; her retirement marks a reflection on Europe’s global regulatory impact amid climate and food security challenges.The post A Life in Seeds: Päivi Mannerkorpi Re

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Fungus-Fighting Genes: The Future of Crop Protection Is Already Here
Marcel Bruins - Seed World Europe Editorial Director on 07/29/2025

Fungus-Fighting Genes: The Future of Crop Protection Is Already Here

Seed World Europe interviews HealthyCrop CEO Pernille Ollendorff Hede on a natural enzyme that helps plants resist fungal attacks, blending molecular biology, food security, and sustainability.The post Fungus-Fighting Genes: The Future of Crop Protection Is Already Here appeared first on Seed World.

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5G-Connected Robotics Revolutionize Precision Crop Farming in Rural Scotland
Seed World Staff on 07/18/2025

5G-Connected Robotics Revolutionize Precision Crop Farming in Rural Scotland

A new Scottish partnership is advancing 5G-connected robotics to support precision agriculture and improve rural connectivity. Led by top research institutions and tech partners, the project develops robots for crop monitoring, targeted fertilisation, and soil assessment. Powered by portable 5G netw

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James Hutton Institute Delivers Over £15 for Every £1 of Government Investment
Seed World Staff on 07/17/2025

James Hutton Institute Delivers Over £15 for Every £1 of Government Investment

The James Hutton Institute has been recognized for its economic impact and scientific excellence, with evaluations highlighting the real-world value of its research in sustainable land, crop, and resource management.The post James Hutton Institute Delivers Over £15 for Every £1 of Government Investm

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OECD–FAO Outlook: Crop Demand, Trade to Rise Over Next Decade
Seed World Staff on 07/16/2025

OECD–FAO Outlook: Crop Demand, Trade to Rise Over Next Decade

The OECD–FAO Agricultural Outlook 2025-2034 offers a 10-year forecast for global, regional, and national agriculture and fish markets, covering trends in cereals, oilseeds, sugar, biofuels, cotton, and more.The post OECD–FAO Outlook: Crop Demand, Trade to Rise Over Next Decade appeared first on Seed

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Assosementi, UIPVE Unite to Support Ukraine’s Seed Industry
Seed World Staff on 07/14/2025

Assosementi, UIPVE Unite to Support Ukraine’s Seed Industry

Assosementi and Ukraine’s UIPVE signed an MoU on July 14 to strengthen cooperation in the seed sector, promoting scientific, technical, and economic ties and supporting Ukraine’s food security.The post Assosementi, UIPVE Unite to Support Ukraine’s Seed Industry appeared first on Seed World.

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EU, Türkiye Urged to Resolve Seed Potato Dispute
Seed World Staff on 07/10/2025

EU, Türkiye Urged to Resolve Seed Potato Dispute

The European potato sector faces rising concerns as Türkiye rejected over 5,500 tonnes of EU and UK seed potatoes due to pest detections, despite prior testing confirming compliance with international phytosanitary standards.The post EU, Türkiye Urged to Resolve Seed Potato Dispute appeared first on

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Euroseeds Calls on Danish Presidency for NGT Action
Seed World Staff on 07/02/2025

Euroseeds Calls on Danish Presidency for NGT Action

Leveraging Denmark’s leadership in plant breeding and seed production, Euroseeds expects the Danish EU presidency to prioritize finalizing the Regulation for New Genomic Techniques (NGTs). These innovative tools, including gene editing, are vital for advancing European agriculture’s competitiveness,

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Missed World Seed Congress? Here’s What Everyone’s Still Talking About
Madeleine Baerg - Seed World Executive VP - Operations on 07/01/2025

Missed World Seed Congress? Here’s What Everyone’s Still Talking About

Over 1,800 seed professionals from 70+ countries gathered in Istanbul to shape the future of seed through new partnerships, bold ideas, and innovations. This event was more than a conference—it was a global launchpad for what's next in the seed industry. The video captures key moments, vibrant show

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Global Research Alliance Targets Seeds for Desert Environments
Seed World Staff on 06/27/2025

Global Research Alliance Targets Seeds for Desert Environments

A new international partnership is investing in vegetable seed research tailored to desert and arid environments. With a focus on boosting food production in challenging climates, the collaboration will establish a research center in the UAE to develop resilient, high-performing seed varieties using

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Thirty Years of the TRIPS Agreement
Marcel Bruins - Seed World Europe Editorial Director on 06/16/2025

Thirty Years of the TRIPS Agreement

In 2025, the TRIPS Agreement turns 30 — a key moment for the seed sector. Over the past three decades, it has shaped how new plant varieties are developed, protected, and traded. Article 27.3(b), in particular, continues to influence global rules on plant variety protection and agricultural innovati

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Euroseeds Congress 2025: Innovation Stage Buzz & Why Edinburgh Is THE Place to Be!
Marcel Bruins - Seed World Europe Editorial Director on 06/12/2025

Euroseeds Congress 2025: Innovation Stage Buzz & Why Edinburgh Is THE Place to Be!

Discover what’s driving excitement in the seed industry at the 2025 Euroseeds Congress in Edinburgh. Join Marcel Bruins and Erika Maugeri as they explore key innovations like drone crop monitoring and AI sorting systems, highlighting how this event connects startups, investors, and policymakers. Per

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Researchers: Gene Editing Can Boost Organic Sustainability
Seed World Staff on 06/09/2025

Researchers: Gene Editing Can Boost Organic Sustainability

Researchers at the University of Bayreuth urge allowing gene editing in organic crops to increase yields and support sustainable farming, calling for updated organic standards.The post Researchers: Gene Editing Can Boost Organic Sustainability appeared first on Seed World.

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Smarter Wheat on the Horizon: Drones and Genetics Lead the Way
Seed World Staff on 06/06/2025

Smarter Wheat on the Horizon: Drones and Genetics Lead the Way

Hebrew University and Volcani Institute researchers use drones with thermal and hyperspectral imaging to rapidly identify heat- and drought-resilient wheat varieties.The post Smarter Wheat on the Horizon: Drones and Genetics Lead the Way appeared first on Seed World.

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Seed Industry Shake-Up: Eurofins Is Changing Its Playbook
Madeleine Baerg - Seed World Executive VP - Operations on 05/27/2025

Seed Industry Shake-Up: Eurofins Is Changing Its Playbook

Eurofins is transforming its role in the seed industry, balancing speed for small breeders and stability for large companies, while evolving to better support innovation.The post Seed Industry Shake-Up: Eurofins Is Changing Its Playbook appeared first on Seed World.

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