The UK and Ukraine will sign a historic partnership, as UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer travels to the Ukraine to meet with Ukraine President Zelenskyy.The ties between the UK and Ukraine will be solidified with the historic 100-Year Partnership, enhancing their relationship across both defence and n
Over 150 Nobel and World Food Prize Laureates have issued an urgent call for financial and political support to develop groundbreaking “moonshot” technologies aimed at preventing a hunger crisis within the next 25 years.In an open letter signed by 133 Nobel and World Food Prize recipients, the group
PHI-base provides a comprehensive resource for deeper insights into pathogens and their hosts.A new version of the Pathogen–Host Interactions Database (PHI-base) has been developed to offer deeper insights into how genes influence the outcomes of pathogen–host interactions. Researchers say PHI-base
Farmers in Northern France and the Paris Basin will have a new winter soft wheat variety, GEOPOLIS, available for planting in fall 2025. This variety boasts high yield, excellent protein content, and is one of the first agroecological wheat varieties, with resistance to diseases like septoria, steed
The UK Weed Resistance Action Group (WRAG) has confirmed the first instance of glyphosate resistance in a UK weed species.Resistance to glyphosate at the maximum recommended application rate was detected in a population of Italian ryegrass (Lolium multiflorum) from a single field. This site was cons
The James Hutton Institute Scientific Services, the Institute’s commercial arm, has established a new five-year global raspberry breeding consortium spanning to 2029.Building on essential research from its predecessor, the new Raspberry Breeding Consortium brings together a diverse network of partne
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
Ghent University, ILVO, and Protealis partner to develop virus-resistant pea varieties, tackling key agricultural challenges.This collaboration represents a major step toward supporting farmers, boosting yields, and advancing sustainable plant-based protein production. Peas play a vital role in sus
Environment Secretary Steve Reed outlined the Government’s long-term vision for farming on 9 January, focusing on boosting profitability and increasing earnings for British farmers. Addressing farmers and landowners at the Oxford Farming Conference, Reed will detail plans to collaborate with the sec
At Limagrain, we believe that seeds are at the heart of agriculture and are committed to bringing innovation to farmers through genetic improvements to our seeds. As a plant breeder with a strong interest in how genetics help plants overcome challenges, this focus perfectly aligns with my own visi
According to Euroseeds, recent months have brought major advancements in global gene-editing regulations. Here’s a top 5 roundup of key developments shaping the future of plant breeding!EU Advances with NGT ProposalIn February 2024, the European Parliament voted in favor of the European Commission’s
Association managers are a special breed, but the genetics of the traits that shape effective ones have not been uncovered yet. Seed associations are ‘owned by’ the companies, but operate in the space between business, government, politics and society. That makes them quite special entities. Even th
Funding package will underwrite training, mentoring and diversity initiatives.A new initiative aimed at improving female representation in wheat research has secured funding from the UKRI Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC). Led by the John Innes Centre (JIC), in collabora
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
During proceedings before the Liège corporate court, the Brussels-based Breeders Trust reached a settlement with a Belgian farm-saved seed potato grower. The grower refused to pay royalties on the area planted with farm-saved seed potatoes of the variety ‘Innovator’, protected by plant breeders’ rig
Dear readers of Seed World Europe,Over the past year, we have shared hundreds of stories with you. Some were well read, others a bit less, and some just went through the roof. Let’s look at what where your most favourite stories on Seed World Europe of the past year. Check out the full articles, by
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 of strategic planning. Three “how” questions for you:How would you rate your plans clarity of purpose?How bought in is your entire
Seed World Europe wishes you happy holidays. And while you’re having a great time with your families and friends over the holidays, there may be moments, you’d like to take a break and escape with a bit of good reading. Check out our daily postings of content from the past year.The Green Revolution
Seed World Europe wishes you happy holidays. And while you’re having a great time with your families and friends over the holidays, there may be moments, you’d like to take a break and escape with a bit of good reading. Check out our daily postings of content from the past year.Now that the discussi
Seed World Europe wishes you happy holidays. And while you’re having a great time with your families and friends over the holidays, there may be moments, you’d like to take a break and escape with a bit of good reading. Check out our daily postings of content from the past year.In December of 2019,
Seed World Europe wishes you happy holidays. And while you’re having a great time with your families and friends over the holidays, there may be moments, you’d like to take a break and escape with a bit of good reading. Check out our daily postings of content from the past year.Started in 2023, Crop
Seed World Europe wishes you happy holidays. And while you’re having a great time with your families and friends over the holidays, there may be moments, you’d like to take a break and escape with a bit of good reading. Check out our daily postings of content from the past year.During proceedings be
Seed World Europe wishes you happy holidays. And while you’re having a great time with your families and friends over the holidays, there may be moments, you’d like to take a break and escape with a bit of good reading. Check out our daily postings of content from the past year.Europe has become a w
ISF and seed leaders weigh in on the hot-button topic. This article was written in collaboration with Seed World Europe Editor Marcel Bruins. Editor’s note: Seed World U.S. wishes you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. We hope you’re taking a break from the bustle of life and enjoying your fami
