2 / SEEDWORLD.COM JUNE 2019 CONTENTS/JUNE2019 Features, continued Yield Contests A proving ground for new products and production procedures. Communicate. Engage. Change. As an industry, ISF looks to create a better world for all the players on the field. Getting Down to the Nitty-Gritty While there’s a lot of work to be done, the ISF committees are getting down and dirty to find solutions for the seed industry. 52 64 68 Columns 14 34 88 Seed Innovation and Protection Alliance Checks and Balances: Ensuring a Safe Food Supply For All! International Agriculture Development Will transitioning from public to private for overseas aid work? Giant Views Andy Lavigne, president and CEO of ASTA, says #JustGrowIt applies to more than just seed. Special Sections Top 20 Under 30 Seed World highlights young professionals in the seed industry making a difference at their company and in their community. INSIDERS Experts from around the seed industry and those who service it share their perspectives and provide recommendations on everything from seed treatments to equipment and from engineering to content marketing — with the goal of helping you make better, more informed business decisions. 27 43 In Every Issue Strategy Soybean Cyst Nematode is one of the world’s most destructive soybean pests. How can we begin to combat it? Cross Pollination Regulatory Roundup World Status Industry News Since 1915 56 74 76 78 80 86 86 52