The #1 Reason Your Story Isn’t Landing (And How to Fix It)
Shawn Brook - Seed World Group President on 09/05/2025

The #1 Reason Your Story Isn’t Landing (And How to Fix It)

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

S Shawn Brook - Seed World Group President
Less Input – More Genetics!
Christian S. Jensen on 09/02/2025

Less Input – More Genetics!

Crop yields and turf performance have reached unprecedented levels over the past 20 years thanks to efficient plant breeding. Even so, questions remain about the future need for forage and turf breeding.The post Less Input – More Genetics! appeared first on Seed World.

C Christian S. Jensen
The #1 Rule to Drive Revenue Without Selling Yourself Short
Shawn Brook - Seed World Group President on 08/07/2025

The #1 Rule to Drive Revenue Without Selling Yourself Short

In the seed industry, your core offer is sacred—it defines your business, expertise, and reputation. Protect it, don’t compromise, and never give it away, because your value depends on it.The post The #1 Rule to Drive Revenue Without Selling Yourself Short appeared first on Seed World.

S Shawn Brook - Seed World Group President
ITRC 2025 Spotlights Turfgrass Climate Adaptation
Anne Mette Dahl Jensen on 08/05/2025

ITRC 2025 Spotlights Turfgrass Climate Adaptation

The 2025 International Turfgrass Research Conference in Karuizawa, Japan, highlighted innovation, sustainability, and climate resilience in the turfgrass industry through hundreds of expert presentations.The post ITRC 2025 Spotlights Turfgrass Climate Adaptation appeared first on Seed World.

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Rooted for Victory — Grass is Powering the Women Football Pitches in Switzerland
Anne Mette Dahl Jensen on 07/07/2025

Rooted for Victory — Grass is Powering the Women Football Pitches in Switzerland

As Europe focuses on the women’s football tournament in Switzerland, Kentucky bluegrass is the unsung hero beneath the action. Known for its rhizome-driven regeneration, this turfgrass provides the durability and recovery needed for high-intensity play, making it essential for tournament-quality fie

A Anne Mette Dahl Jensen
Grass-Seed Sector Strengthens Amid Global Uncertainty
Adger Banken - VP Wholesale & Procurement at DLF on 06/19/2025

Grass-Seed Sector Strengthens Amid Global Uncertainty

The global grass-seed market shows resilience in spring 2025, with strong demand in Europe and growth across professional turf and consumer segments despite ongoing volatility.The post Grass-Seed Sector Strengthens Amid Global Uncertainty appeared first on Seed World.

A Adger Banken - VP Wholesale & Procurement at DLF
Regenerate Your Soil, Save Fertilizer, and Improve Animal Welfare
Christian S. Jensen on 05/05/2025

Regenerate Your Soil, Save Fertilizer, and Improve Animal Welfare

Multi-species forage blends offer real benefits for regenerative agriculture, helping farmers improve soil health, biodiversity, and productivity while aligning with industry trends and incentives.The post Regenerate Your Soil, Save Fertilizer, and Improve Animal Welfare appeared first on Seed World

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We’re Rewriting our Content Playbook — and it’s Working
Shawn Brook - Seed World Group President on 04/28/2025

We’re Rewriting our Content Playbook — and it’s Working

We’ve spent years trying to crack the code on content strategy. Here’s the hard truth we don’t say out loud often enough: the code keeps changing. But what if the […]The post We’re Rewriting our Content Playbook — and it’s Working appeared first on Seed World.

S Shawn Brook - Seed World Group President
The Quiet Revolution That’s Changing How We Talk About Marketing
Shawn Brook - Seed World Group President on 04/14/2025

The Quiet Revolution That’s Changing How We Talk About Marketing

I’ve been in a ton of rooms lately — boardrooms, Zoom rooms, you name it — where the conversation slides to the topic of content marketing, and every time it […]The post The Quiet Revolution That’s Changing How We Talk About Marketing appeared first on Seed World.

S Shawn Brook - Seed World Group President
Microclover: A Keystone for Urban Biodiversity and More Sustainable Solutions
Anne Mette Dahl Jensen on 04/01/2025

Microclover: A Keystone for Urban Biodiversity and More Sustainable Solutions

In search for sustainable urban landscaping solutions, microclover, when combined with turfgrass, is emerging as a popular and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional grass lawns. This tiny clover is gaining […]The post Microclover: A Keystone for Urban Biodiversity and More Sustainable

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Breaking New Ground: Pioneering Work in Tetraploid Turfgrasses
Stig Oddershede on 03/03/2025

Breaking New Ground: Pioneering Work in Tetraploid Turfgrasses

DLF breeder Christophe Galbrun is a pioneer in the turfgrass industry, credited with developing an entirely new category: tetraploid turfgrasses. When he embarked on this journey in the late 1990s, […]The post Breaking New Ground: Pioneering Work in Tetraploid Turfgrasses appeared first on Seed Wor

S Stig Oddershede
What Makes Most People “Feel Dread” … Difficult Conversations!
Shawn Brook - Seed World Group President on 02/03/2025

What Makes Most People “Feel Dread” … Difficult Conversations!

Even just the idea of having difficult conversations make introverts, and extroverts just the same — RUN FOR COVER. Wouldn’t it be nice to have a system to follow? A […]The post What Makes Most People “Feel Dread” … Difficult Conversations! appeared first on Seed World.

S Shawn Brook - Seed World Group President
Exploring AgritaiN®: A Natural Approach to Sustainable Forage Production
Christian S. Jensen on 02/03/2025

Exploring AgritaiN®: A Natural Approach to Sustainable Forage Production

In the rolling pastures of New Zealand, where lush greenery meets the challenges of modern farming, a remarkable solution emerged by plant breeding — AgritaiN®. Developed with the goal of […]The post Exploring AgritaiN®: A Natural Approach to Sustainable Forage Production appeared first on Seed Worl

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The Difference Between Motivation and Activation
Shawn Brook - Seed World Group President on 01/29/2025

The Difference Between Motivation and Activation

When it comes to sales, the difference between mediocrity and greatness isn’t about motivation — it’s about activation. Here’s the thing: people are either motivated or they’re not. What we […]The post The Difference Between Motivation and Activation appeared first on Seed World.

S Shawn Brook - Seed World Group President
Boosting Forage Production with Cover Crops: Building Soil Health for Sustainable Farming
Christian S. Jensen on 01/20/2025

Boosting Forage Production with Cover Crops: Building Soil Health for Sustainable Farming

Healthy soil is the foundation of successful forage production, providing the essential nutrients, structure, and resilience needed for crops to thrive. Promoting soil health requires adopting effective practices that enhance […]The post Boosting Forage Production with Cover Crops: Building Soil Hea

C Christian S. Jensen
Ready to Tackle 2025? Don’t do it ‘in Parallel’!
Shawn Brook - Seed World Group President on 01/07/2025

Ready to Tackle 2025? Don’t do it ‘in Parallel’!

Happy New Year! Many are now executing on their new year’s resolution or solidifying a theme for 2025. Along with that, I’m sure your company has committed to some form […]The post Ready to Tackle 2025? Don’t do it ‘in Parallel’! appeared first on Seed World.

S Shawn Brook - Seed World Group President
Pioneering Sustainability Through Enhanced Forage Grass Innovation
Christian S. Jensen on 12/06/2024

Pioneering Sustainability Through Enhanced Forage Grass Innovation

As climate concerns dominate global agendas, sustainability is no longer optional for businesses. For large companies, transparent reporting on sustainability efforts has become mandatory under the newly enacted EU Corporate […]The post Pioneering Sustainability Through Enhanced Forage Grass Innovat

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You Don’t Have to be a Superhero to Declare Your Origin Story
Shawn Brook - Seed World Group President on 11/01/2024

You Don’t Have to be a Superhero to Declare Your Origin Story

NOTE: For a PDF download of this article click here! In my conversations with companies across the seed industry, one question keeps resurfacing: “How do we define our mission and […]The post You Don’t Have to be a Superhero to Declare Your Origin Story appeared first on Seed World.

S Shawn Brook - Seed World Group President
Grass Seed Market Resilient Despite 2024 Challenges
Adger Banken - VP Wholesale & Procurement at DLF on 11/01/2024

Grass Seed Market Resilient Despite 2024 Challenges

Despite the hurdles presented by extreme weather across Europe in 2024, the grass seed market has shown remarkable resilience, with key sectors posting positive results. While news of heavy rains […]The post Grass Seed Market Resilient Despite 2024 Challenges appeared first on Seed World.

A Adger Banken - VP Wholesale & Procurement at DLF
Unlocking the Power of Grass for Stormwater Management Solutions
Anne Mette Dahl Jensen on 10/10/2024

Unlocking the Power of Grass for Stormwater Management Solutions

In today’s rapidly changing urban environments, stormwater management has become increasingly important. As climate change causes more frequent heavy rainfalls and flooding, cities are searching for sustainable and cost-effective solutions. […]The post Unlocking the Power of Grass for Stormwater Man

A Anne Mette Dahl Jensen
How Would you Rate Your Digital Strategy on a Scale of 1-10?
Shawn Brook - Seed World Group President on 09/20/2024

How Would you Rate Your Digital Strategy on a Scale of 1-10?

Digital is the backbone of everything now. But while it’s critical to embrace digital, it’s equally important to understand that truly upping your digital game involves having the right people […]The post How Would you Rate Your Digital Strategy on a Scale of 1-10? appeared first on Seed World.

S Shawn Brook - Seed World Group President
Choosing the Right Crops for Future Climates
Christian S. Jensen on 09/04/2024

Choosing the Right Crops for Future Climates

Climate change is increasingly central to political agendas, media discussions, and agricultural planning. Once casual conversations about tomorrow’s weather have shifted to serious concerns about how future climate conditions will […]The post Choosing the Right Crops for Future Climates appeared fi

C Christian S. Jensen
Knowing the Difference Between Consensus and Engagement Makes ALL the Difference
Shawn Brook - Seed World Group President on 09/03/2024

Knowing the Difference Between Consensus and Engagement Makes ALL the Difference

As I facilitate discussions around the world, I’ve come to learn what makes for a truly successful discussion that results in substantive change versus an outcome that simply keeps status […]The post Knowing the Difference Between Consensus and Engagement Makes ALL the Difference appeared first on S

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Behind the Scenes of the DP World Tour
Anne Mette Dahl Jensen on 08/06/2024

Behind the Scenes of the DP World Tour

156 golfers, 80,000 spectators, and approximately 15 million DKK in prize money. The stage is set for the biggest golf event on Danish soil in 2024: DP World Tour – […]The post Behind the Scenes of the DP World Tour appeared first on Seed World.

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