From Seed to Stadium: In Pursuit of the Perfect World Cup Pitch
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From Crop Genetics to World Cup Turf, Plant Breeding Needs a Bigger Stage
Seed World graphic showing World Cup pitch preparation with turf, soccer ball and experts Stacy Bonos and Matthew Duncan
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From Seed to Stadium: In Pursuit of the Perfect World Cup Pitch

Illustration of El Niño impacts on seed and agriculture showing drought, flooding and stressed crop fields
U.S.

Super El Niño Potential in 2026-2027 Could Rival Historic 1877-1878 Event

Jon Popp, CEO of Popp Engineering, discusses how seed facility design influences seed quality, uniformity and farmer performance.
U.S.

The System Behind the Seed: Honoring IPSA Lifetime Achievement Recipient Jon Popp

Edwini Kessie, director of the Agriculture and Commodities Division at the World Trade Organization, discusses global agricultural innovation, trade fragmentation and the future of the seed sector.
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Why the Seed Industry Has a Stake in the Future of Global Trade

Europe

Young Professionals and Influence in the Seed Sector

Attendees of the 2026 National Association of Plant Breeders annual meeting gather for a group photo at Texas A&M University.
U.S.

Nutrition Emerged as a Big Theme at NAPB 2026

USDA Under Secretary Scott Hutchins addresses attendees at the National Association of Plant Breeders meeting at Texas A&M University.
U.S.

Plant Breeders May Need to Think Bigger Than Ever

Canada

What’s Next for Global Seed Testing? Three Conversations Shaping ISTA 2026

Farm family standing in a wheat field at sunset representing the future of seed industry innovation
U.S.

Who Is the Seed Industry Innovating For?

Rachael Sharp inspects irrigation infrastructure on her South Carolina certified seed farm while exploring AI applications for farm management.
U.S.

How AI is Changing Certified Seed Operations 

Digital agriculture tools and predictive plant breeding technology help researchers improve crop performance and accelerate innovation.
U.S.

The Race to Accelerate Plant Breeding Innovation

Europe

The Next Breeding Breakthrough Could Come From a Variety Nobody Uses Anymore

Farmer holding seed grain in a field at sunrise, representing the foundation of agriculture and the seed industry.
U.S.

Why Seed Matters More Than Ever 

U.S.

Democratizing Gene Editing: Pairwise’s Blueprint for the Future of Agriculture

ASTA Chair Bryan Gerard discusses seed innovation and industry leadership
U.S.

Back to the Future and the Power of Seed 

Combine harvesting a mature KWS hybrid rye field during grain harvest in Canada.
U.S.

Heritage Driving What Comes Next For Hybrid Rye

U.S.

Data Abundance Is Reshaping Plant Breeding

Europe

Why the Seed Sector Is Raising the Bar on Social Rights 

Mike Peterson, CEO and owner of Peterson Genetics, stands in a soybean field reflecting on innovation and growth opportunities for independent seed companies.
U.S.

Speed Wins in Seed: Honoring Mike Peterson for a Lifetime of Impact

Tim Gutormson, CEO of SoDak Labs, reflects on nearly 50 years of leadership in seed testing and seed quality improvement.
U.S.

Honoring Tim Gutormson for a Lifetime of Impact: Why Seed Quality Still Matters

Executive leadership strategy webinar featuring Stephanie Liska, Aaron Locker, Shawn Brook and Jon Leafstedt discussing leadership development and succession planning.
U.S.

Executive Leadership Strategy: How to Attract, Develop and Retain High-Performance Leaders

Canada

ISTA 2026: Seed Testing’s Biggest Annual Event is Heading to Calgary

Fresh ears of yellow corn arranged on a plate, symbolizing the debate over food production and sustainable aviation fuel feedstocks.
U.S.

We’re Not Taking Food Off The Plate

Ignacio Ciampitti of Purdue University discusses nitrogen fertilizer uncertainty research in corn production systems
U.S.

How Uncertainty Around Nitrogen Rates Could Cost Corn Farmers Millions

Close-up of a corn ear growing in a green agricultural field during the summer growing season.
U.S.

USDA Extends Deregulation to New Pioneer Corn Variety Following APHIS Review

Chad and Sherry Goldsmith of Fusion Seeds discuss building their Kentucky bluegrass seed company.
U.S.

They Went on Vacation and Bought a Seed Company?! | The Fusion Seed Story

Europe

WSC26: The Race for Faster Seed Innovation is Driving Companies to Chile

Historic collage featuring W.A. Bill Roquemore, David Burpee and Roland H. Shumway, seedsmen connected to military service and American agriculture.
U.S.

Remembering Seedsmen Who Served

U.S.

Michael Keller Honored with Global Unity Award in Lisbon

Europe

WSC26: Seed’s Future Depends on Food System Thinking

Europe

WSC26: ISF Secretary General on the Future of the Global Seed Sector

Sam Crowell, ASTA Vice President of Science, Trade and Global Affairs, discusses seed trade pressure, tariffs and customs challenges affecting the seed industry.
U.S.

Why Seed Trade Is Getting More Expensive

The International Seed Federation (ISF) has launched new voluntary guidelines to help seed companies, growers, and suppliers strengthen social rights and ethical practices in seed production. Released at the ISF World Seed Congress 2026, the guidance covers labor rights, health and safety, responsible sourcing, environmental protection, and human rights, aligning with international standards and supporting continuous improvement across the global seed sector.
Europe

ISF Launches New Global Guidelines on Social Rights and Ethical Seed Production

U.S.

NAPB 2026 Focuses on AI, Indoor Farming, and the Next Era of Plant Breeding

Greg MacDonald, Dan Wright and Madeleine Baerg discuss why Canada is attracting global seed innovation investment at World Seed Congress 2026.
Canada

Canada Makes Its Case to Global Seed Investors

Seed World’s €10,000 free advertising giveaway at World Seed Congress
Europe

Win €10,000 in Free Advertising at World Seed Congress

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