b'Committee for Pulses and SpecialThis year, a couple of Pinto bean linescompanies are expanding beyond tradi-Crops (PRCPSC) looked at 23 differentwere among the imported selections, offer- tional markets. Once focused primarily lines this year, which included a mixing fresh opportunities for growers. on Western Canada, FP Genetics has of traditional crops like field peas, favasuccessfully formed partnerships in beans and red lentils, alongside innova- Collaborating Across Borders Eastern Canada and the U.S., strength-tive new varieties aimed at specialtyThe importance of international col- ening relationships that could lead to markets. As in previous years, the com- laboration was evident this year giveneven more opportunities.mittee reviewed several dry bean linesthe current political climate around theBy staying open to collaboration, imported from the U.S., adding a bit ofworld, noted Nathan Penner, commer- plant breeders and seed companies can excitement to the mix.cialization director for FP Genetics.ensure a steady pipeline of competitive While bringing in lines from abroadWe all have the same goalhelp- varieties for farmers worldwide. Focusing isnt uncommon, it adds diversity anding farmers succeed. If we focus onon shared goals and solutions is more potential value to the Canadian market,common challenges rather than differ- important than ever to keep agriculture said PRCPSC interim chair Robyneences, collaboration happens naturally,moving forward. Davidson (Parthiba Balasubramanian ofhe said. CFARMS_25-017_Ad_Seed_World_Wheat_West_7-14x6-58_Ev1.pdf 1 2025-02-28 12:46 PMAAFC Lethbridge was appointed chair).Hybrid rye is one example of how Jugs, drums & totesKeep it up!need to be rinsed;You are making a difference.bags* need to be empty. Please prepare them properly so they can be accepted.Year a\x1aer year, Canadian farmers are keeping more ag plastics out of landlls.Bring your empty and rinsed pesticide and fertilizer jugs, drums and totes for recycling; as well as seed, pesticide and inoculant bags for responsible disposal*.*Bag collection program currently available in AB, SK, MB.Most Alberta & Manitoba jug collections are now at retail; please use QR code to nd out where.info@cleanfarms.ca2025 COLLECTION@cleanfarmsSITES OPEN APRIL 1Find a collection site near you at cleanfarms.ca26 SEEDWORLD.COM/CANADA MARCH 2025'