Last week, editor Marc Zienkiewicz sat down with three young visionaries of the plant science world. 2025 Canadian Plant Breeding Innovation Scholars Jared Bento, Isabella Chiaravallotti and Quinn Sturby joined us on our SeCan-sponsored Retail Strategy webinar to talk about their work and what it means for the world of seed.
Here’s whom you’ll hear from and what you’ll learn:
- Jared Bento (University of Manitoba): Discover how DNA data and machine learning are revolutionizing resource allocation for canola breeding, offering faster, more precise results for farmers and breeders alike and reducing reliance on field trials.
- Isabella Chiaravallotti (McGill University): Learn about the transformative potential of genomics-assisted breeding through empirical studies and machine learning applications that can accelerate progress without sacrificing quality.
- Quinn Sturby (University of Saskatchewan): Explore the power of UAV-based digital phenotyping to predict yields and optimize breeding programs, advancing efficiency and precision.
Also joining us was Todd Hyra, western business manager for SeCan, who evaluated each student’s work and explained the significance for retailers in the grand scheme of things.
Why Watch?
This webinar offers seed retailers a glimpse into how emerging technologies and brilliant minds are paving the way for more sustainable, profitable, and efficient plant breeding practices. Gain a competitive edge by understanding the innovations that are shaping the future of agriculture. Don’t miss this opportunity to be inspired and informed by Canada’s brightest young plant breeding innovators!
The Canadian Plant Breeding Innovation Scholarships are made possible by 11 great sponsors this year! Thank you to Alberta Grains, Canadian Seed Growers’ Association, FP Genetics, HyTech Production, SeCan, Seeds Canada, Seed World Canada, Warburtons, and the Western Grains Research Foundation.
