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Tweaking Corn Kernels with CRISPR

February 23, 2021
Compiled by Staff

Scientists use CRISPR to create new corn varieties with improved nutrition and drought resistance. Unlocking...

Researcher Expands Plant Genome Editing with Engineered Variant of CRISPR-Cas9

January 26, 2021
Seed World Europe

Engineer a new variant of CRISPR-Cas9 to expand plant genome editing. Researcher discovers new possibilities...

A CRISPR Picture Emerges on European Union GMO Directive

January 8, 2021
Seed World Europe

EU's new GMO directive: a comprehensive overview of the implications of the new regulations for...

Rothamsted Welcomes Defra Consultation On Gene Editing

January 8, 2021
Seed World Europe

Rothamsted Research welcomes Defra's consultation on gene editing, a new technology that could revolutionize crop...

USDA Announces Deregulation Corn Variety Developed Using GE

December 18, 2020
Compiled by Staff

USDA deregulates corn variety developed using genetic engineering. New variety offers higher yields, improved drought...

“Off Switch” During Error-Prone Cell Cycle Phase May Fix CRISPR’s Unwanted Changes Problem

December 11, 2020
Compiled by Staff

CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing can cause unwanted changes, but a new study suggests an off switch...

Researchers Recommend More Transparency for Gene-Edited Crops

November 20, 2020
Compiled by Staff

Researchers recommend more transparency for gene-edited crops to ensure safety and public acceptance. Learn how...

The World Got a New Pair of Scissors!

November 16, 2020
Marcel Bruins - Seed World Europe Editorial Director

Introducing the world's first pair of scissors made from recycled plastic: the perfect tool for...

The “Nobel World” Acknowledges the Huge Potential of Genome Editing

October 14, 2020
Seed World Europe

The Nobel Prize recognizes the groundbreaking potential of genome editing. Learn how this technology could...

EU Survey Highlights Urgent Need for Regulatory Reform on Gene Editing

October 8, 2020
Seed World Europe

EU survey reveals need for urgent regulatory reform on gene editing to ensure safety and...

Japanese Consumer Research Uncovers Gene Editing Trends Among Consumers

September 24, 2020
Seed World Videos

Japanese consumers are embracing gene editing technology, according to a new consumer research study. Learn...

Research Shows Potential of Gene Editing to Improve Understanding of Barley Quality

September 18, 2020
Seed World Europe

Gene editing technology can help researchers better understand barley quality and its potential for improving...

EU Must Stop French Interpretation of Mutagenesis Plant Breeding and Preserve Common Market for Seed

September 9, 2020
Seed World Europe

EU must act to protect common market for seed: stop French interpretation of mutagenesis plant...

Draft French Decree on Mutagenesis Breeding, Consequent Draft Lists of Banned Herbicide Tolerant Rapeseed Varieties: A Saga History Of Interpretations

September 7, 2020
Emmanuel Lesprit - Head of Marketing & Regulatory Affairs at Eléphant Vert

A look at the history of interpretations of the French Decree on Mutagenesis Breeding and...

GE Plants in a COVID-19 Vaccine? Maybe!

August 12, 2020
Joe Funk – Seed World Contributor

GE scientists develop plant-based vaccine platform to speed up COVID-19 vaccine development. Learn how this...

CDC Teams Up with K-State to Bolster Wheat Breeding Using Gene Editing

August 11, 2020
Seed World Canada

K-State and CDC partner to use gene editing to improve wheat breeding. Learn how this...

SGS Canada Expands GMO Testing Facility

August 4, 2020
Seed World Canada

SGS Canada expands its GMO testing facility to meet the growing demand for food safety...

Tropic Biosciences Partners with BASF to Develop Innovative Traits for Growers

July 24, 2020
Seed World Europe

Tropic Biosciences partners with BASF to develop innovative traits for growers, combining Tropic's gene-editing technology...

Scientists Use CRISPR-Cas9 for Single-nucleotide Editing in Rice

July 22, 2020
Compiled by Staff

Scientists use CRISPR-Cas9 to edit single nucleotides in rice, unlocking potential for improved crop yields...

New BSPB Chief Executive Urges Peers to Back Precision Breeding Amendment in Agriculture Bill

July 21, 2020
Seed World Europe

BSPB Chief Executive urges peers to back precision breeding amendment in Agriculture Bill. Learn more...

CRISPR Enables One-Step Hybrid Seed Production in Crops

July 14, 2020
Seed World Europe

Crispr technology is revolutionizing crop production. Learn how it enables one-step hybrid seed production in...

UK Environment Secretary Proposes Use of Gene Editing to Decrease Farmers’ Reliance on Pesticides

June 24, 2020
Seed World Europe

UK Environment Secretary proposes use of gene editing to reduce farmers' reliance on pesticides, helping...

20 Benefits from Agricultural Genome Editing

April 24, 2020
David Zaruk – Seed World Columnist

Learn about the potential benefits of agricultural genome editing, including increased crop yields, improved nutrition,...

How Gene Editing is Reshaping Every Aspect of Agriculture

February 27, 2020
Seed World Canada

Gene editing is revolutionizing agriculture, from crop yields to animal health. Learn how this technology...

Cibus Achieves Milestones for Two New Gene-Edited Traits

February 21, 2020
Seed World Canada

Cibus, a leader in gene-editing technology, has achieved milestones in developing two new traits. Learn...

Epigenetics: A New Frontier

February 13, 2020
Seed World Canada

Epigenetics is a new field of science that is revolutionizing our understanding of genetics. Learn...

How Gene Editing is Reshaping Agriculture

January 31, 2020
Peter Beetham - President & CEO at Cibus

Gene editing is revolutionizing agriculture, allowing farmers to produce more food with fewer resources. Learn...

Will the Public Accept Gene-Edited Foods?

December 19, 2019
Carmen Bain

Gene editing is a new technology that could revolutionize the food industry. Learn about the...

EU Calls for Study to Justify 2018 Legislation on Gene Editing

December 12, 2019
Seed World Europe

EU calls for research to back up 2018 legislation on gene editing. Study to assess...

Saving EU’s Competitiveness: Why CRISPR is so Incredibly Necessary!

November 29, 2019
Marcel Bruins - Seed World Europe Editorial Director

Learn why CRISPR technology is essential for Europe to remain competitive in the global market....

A European Citizens’ Initiative on Plant Breeding Innovation

November 25, 2019
Marcel Bruins - Seed World Europe Editorial Director

Learn about the European Citizens Initiative on Plant Breeding Innovation, a campaign to promote the...

Yield10 Bioscience and Simplot Partner to Evaluate Gene Editing in Potato

October 23, 2019
Compiled by Staff

Yield10 Bioscience and Simplot partner to evaluate gene editing in potato, a potential breakthrough in...

Use of CRISPR-Cas9 Revealed OsCAF1 Influences Chloroplast Development in Rice

September 13, 2019
Seed World Europe

New research reveals how the OSCAF1 gene influences chloroplast development in rice, using the CRISPR-Cas9...

Declaration to Establish African Coalition on Genome Editing Communication Adopted

September 5, 2019
Seed World Europe

African nations join forces to promote responsible communication on genome editing: Declaration adopted to ensure...

New Cloning System Allows Development of Transgene-free Edited Crops

September 5, 2019
Seed World Europe

New cloning system enables development of transgene-free edited crops, allowing for more efficient and precise...

Gene Identified to Help Develop Plants to Fight Climate Change

August 21, 2019
Compiled by Staff

Scientists have identified a gene that could help develop plants to fight climate change. Unlocking...