Salk Institute researchers have identified a plant-specific DNA repair protein called YAF9B that helps protect growth tissues after DNA damage. The discovery may support future advances in crop resilience, stress tolerance and more precise genome editing.The post Plant DNA Repair Discovery Could Hel
Chinese researchers have identified a teosinte gene that could help breeders raise maize protein levels in modern corn. The discovery may support development of higher-protein maize varieties without reducing grain yield.The post Wild Maize Gene Could Help Boost Maize Protein appeared first on Seed
Seed priming with methyl jasmonate, a natural plant defense molecule, may help crops resist insect and mite damage without slowing growth. The findings point to a potential tool for more sustainable crop protection.The post Seed Priming Boosts Crop Resistance to Pests appeared first on Seed World.Se
The Svalbard Seed Vault has surpassed 1.4 million seed samples after receiving 15,387 new deposits from 11 genebanks during its second opening of 2026, including first-time contributions from Burkina Faso and Niger.The post Svalbard Seed Vault Surpasses 1.4M Seed Samples appeared first on Seed World
A coalition of 30 European agri-food value chain organisations welcomes the NGT Regulation, calling it a major milestone for plant breeding innovation, sustainability and food security across Europe.The post EU Agri-Food Coalition Welcomes NGT Regulation appeared first on Seed World.New framework ma
On-farm experimentation is expanding agronomic research beyond controlled plots and into working fields. Takashi Tanaka’s review explores how advanced analytics, machine learning and farmer-generated data can improve decisions while avoiding misleading conclusions.The post On-Farm Experimentation Tu
ISTA 2026 will bring seed testing professionals, regulators and industry leaders to Calgary to discuss global seed movement, accreditation, AI and emerging technologies. ISTA President Ernest Young shares the key conversations shaping the meeting.The post What’s Next for Global Seed Testing? Three C
Seed technology often performs well in trials but faces new challenges on the farm. Emilhano Lima of Syngenta explains how field validation, grower collaboration and implementation support help turn innovation into measurable results.The post From Seed Innovation to Grower ROI: Closing the On-Farm G
COMENVI voted in favour of the trilogue compromise on New Genomic Techniques, bringing the EU closer to a framework for innovative plant breeding. Euroseeds says the agreement could support farmers, breeders, food security and sustainability.The post EU Committee Vote Advances New Genomic Techniques
BNI wheat research at AU Flakkebjerg is revealing how root compounds may help cereal crops use nitrogen more efficiently. The work could support future wheat varieties that maintain yield with less fertiliser and lower nitrogen losses.The post Wheat Roots Could Help Crops Use Nitrogen More Efficient
University of Calgary research suggests drought stress may reduce iron uptake in crops such as canola, rice and tomatoes. The findings point to a possible link between dry conditions, plant-microbe interactions and crop nutritional quality.The post Drought May Reduce Crops’ Iron Uptake appeared firs
Solynta’s SOLHY019 has been added to the Dutch National Variety Register, marking the first registration of a diploid hybrid true potato seed variety in the Netherlands. The company says the approval supports broader international market access.The post Hybrid True Potato Seed Variety Registered in
A University of Córdoba study finds organic farming decisions in Andalusia are shaped by profitability, environmental values and social responsibility. The findings may help guide European policies aimed at expanding organic agriculture by 2030.The post Andalusia Offers Organic Farming Lessons for E
PhytoPRISM, a €6 million EU Horizon project led by the University of Warwick, will develop a platform to help Europe coordinate responses to agricultural and forest pest invasions. The project brings together 15 institutions and stakeholders from eight countries.The post European Project Targets Cro
Stefan Schmitz, Executive Director of the Crop Trust, makes the case that gene banks and crop genetic diversity — including wild relatives and forgotten varieties — are a foundational resource for the next generation of plant breeding innovation.The post The Next Breeding Breakthrough Could Come Fro
A new crop microbiome study shows that crop species, rather than soil type, primarily determines the beneficial functions provided by root-associated microbes. Researchers say the findings could support microbial inoculants and microbiome-assisted breeding for sustainable agriculture.The post Crop M
Euroseeds is calling on the European Commission to exempt certified soybean seeds for sowing from the EU Deforestation Regulation. The organization says their inclusion would burden the seed sector without advancing the Regulation’s environmental objectives.The post Euroseeds Raises EUDR Concerns fo
The agri-food sector is urging EU policymakers to recognise agriculture, aquaculture and food systems as strategic areas within the future European Competitiveness Fund and Horizon Europe. Signatories say dedicated research and innovation funding is essential for resilience, sustainability and compe
Organic farming may help crops resist drought by enriching beneficial soil bacteria linked to plant resilience.The post Organic Farming Could Help Crops Resist Drought appeared first on Seed World.Long-term organic management may enrich beneficial soil bacteria that help plants cope with drought str
Enid Perez-Lara explains how data abundance is changing plant breeding, from integration challenges to better decision-making.The post Data Abundance Is Reshaping Plant Breeding appeared first on Seed World.For decades, plant breeders faced a simple challenge: collecting enough data. Today, many bre
In an interview with Ben Rivoire of the International Seed Federation, Seed World explores whether labor rights and ethical practices could become a major accountability issue for companies across the global seed value chain.The post Why the Seed Sector Is Raising the Bar on Social Rights appeared
A new seed development map from Whitehead Institute could help researchers study crop yield, nutrient storage and resilience.The post New Seed Development Map Could Improve Crop Yield appeared first on Seed World.A new gene expression atlas could help researchers better understand how seeds develop,
A Rothamsted Research pipeline aims to speed fungicide discovery for Septoria tritici blotch by screening microbial compounds.The post New Pipeline Targets Fungicide Discovery in Wheat appeared first on Seed World.Researchers aim to speed up the search for new antifungal compounds as wheat pathogens
Soil fungi could help crops improve nutrient uptake and reduce fertilizer needs by maintaining beneficial root partnerships.The post How Soil Fungi Could Help Crops Need Less Fertilizer appeared first on Seed World.Researchers at Whitehead Institute have created a detailed map of seed development th
