Organics - Seed World

Who are the Major Seed Suppliers of the Organic Sector?

September 9, 2024
Niels Louwaars – Seed World Columnist

All farmers need good seed, irrespective of their agronomy or their markets. The diversity of...

Organic Farming Leads to Adaptations in the Genetic Material in Plants

May 23, 2024
Compiled by Staff

Plants adapt genetically over time to the special conditions of organic farming. This has been...

You Are Myth Taken: Organic Agriculture

March 2, 2023
Marcel Bruins - Seed World Europe Editorial Director

Organic farming is a sustainable way to produce food. Learn about the benefits of organic...

Top Agriculture Myths in 2022

December 7, 2022
Seed World

2022 is here and it's time to debunk the top myths about agriculture. Learn the...

What to Know About Organic Vs. Conventional Farming

October 17, 2022
Ally Roden – Seed World Contributor

Organic vs conventional farming: learn the differences and benefits of each, and how to make...

Is Organic Farming Really Better Than Conventional Farming?

October 11, 2022
Giovanni Cagnano - Founder and Editor of Missione Scienza

Organic farming is becoming increasingly popular, but is it really better than conventional farming? Learn...

Aiming for the 25 Percent, Part 2

February 18, 2022
Marcel Bruins - Seed World Europe Editorial Director

Learn how to increase your chances of achieving a 25% return on investment. This article...

Banning GMOs Deprive Farmers and Consumers Economic and Health Benefits, Report

November 30, 2021
Seed World Europe

Banning GMOs deprives farmers and consumers of economic and health benefits, according to a new...

How Vegetable Breeders are Handling Organics

November 18, 2021
Marcel Bruins - Seed World Europe Editorial Director

Organic vegetable breeders are using innovative techniques to create new varieties that are better suited...

$3M Grant Funds Cover Crop Breeding for Organic Farmers

October 13, 2021
Compiled by Staff

Organic farmers can now access cover crop breeding thanks to a 3M grant. Learn how...

Bayer to Launch Organic Vegetable Seeds Portfolio

September 22, 2021
Seed World Europe

Bayer launches organic vegetable seed portfolio to help farmers grow sustainable crops. Get the latest...

Organic Farming Could Feed Europe By 2050

June 28, 2021
Seed World Europe

Organic farming could be the answer to feeding Europe by 2050. Learn how this sustainable...

European Green Deal: Commission Presents Actions to Boost Organic Production

April 2, 2021
Seed World Europe

The European Commission has presented a series of actions to boost organic production in Europe....

Defining Organic: 50 Shades of Green

March 19, 2021
David Zaruk – Seed World Columnist

Organic farming is a sustainable way to produce food. Learn about the different shades of...

Organic Ag in Europe: Not So Frequently Asked Questions – Part 2

March 17, 2021
Marcel Bruins - Seed World Europe Editorial Director

Organic Ag in Europe: Part 2 of FAQs. Learn about the benefits, challenges, and regulations...

Organic Seed Treatment Demand Rises

March 4, 2021
Treena Hein – Seed World Contributor

Organic seed treatment demand is on the rise. Learn about the benefits of organic seed...

There is an Historic Surge in Organic Seed Demand

November 10, 2020
Frank Zaworski

Organic seed demand is at an all-time high! Learn why and how to get your...

Roquette’s New Pea Protein Plant Begins Contracting for Organic Yellow Peas

October 28, 2020
Seed World Canada

Organic yellow pea farmers in Canada can now contract with Roquette's new pea protein plant....

Iowa State University Scientists Advance Plant Breeding for Organic Industry

October 16, 2020
Compiled by Staff

Organic farmers can now breed plants more efficiently with the help of Iowa State University...

All You Wanted to Know About Organic Agriculture in Europe

September 28, 2020
Marcel Bruins - Seed World Europe Editorial Director

Organic agriculture is growing in Europe. Learn about the benefits, challenges, and regulations of organic...

ANICAV Sets Up ‘Organic Tomato Products’ Division

June 17, 2020
Seed World Europe

Organic tomato products from Anicav now available! Discover the new division and learn how to...

NOC & OFA Seek Congressional Action to Protect Organic Farms and Businesses During Pandemic

May 12, 2020
Compiled by Staff

Organic farmers and businesses are facing unprecedented challenges due to the pandemic. NOC and OFA...

Seed Cleaning Ingenuity — and a Unique Marketing Approach

April 23, 2020
Shel Zolkewich – Seed World Contributor

Small-scale seed cleaning business in Canada uses innovative marketing approach to reach customers. Learn how...

Hide-and-Seek with Organic Seed

December 2, 2019
Alex Martin - Seed World Contributor

Organic seed farmers must navigate complex regulations to ensure their products are certified. Learn how...

Purdue Receives First USDA Grant to Study Organic Hemp Production

October 28, 2019
Compiled by Staff

USDA grants Purdue $1.2 million to research organic hemp production, focusing on soil health, pest...

We Can do More to Help Organic Producers

August 15, 2019
Roy Van Wyk - Director, Client and Intellectual Property Services at Seeds Canada

Organic farmers need more support. Learn how you can help them succeed in Canada and...

The Seed Industry View on the BRESOV Project

February 14, 2019
Marcel Bruins - Seed World Europe Editorial Director

The Seed Industry is investing in the Bresov Project to increase crop yields and sustainability....

Breeding for Resilient, Efficient and Sustainable Organic Vegetable Production (BRESOV)

February 13, 2019
Ferdinando Branca

Organic vegetable production can be made more efficient and sustainable through breeding for resilience. Learn...

Are Organic Vegetables Healthier?

February 11, 2019
Joe Schwarcz - Seed World Columnist

Organic vegetables are grown without the use of chemicals, making them a healthier choice. Learn...

Clemson Researchers Optimizing Pulse and Cereal Crops for Organic Production

October 12, 2018
Compiled by Staff

Organic farmers can now optimize pulse and cereal crops for production with Clemson researchers' new...

Organic Seed Gets Boost with ECOBREED Project

July 19, 2018
Seed World Europe

Organic seed production gets a boost with the EcoBreed project. Learn how this EU-funded project...

Optimising Vegetable Crops for Organic Farming: Launch of 4-Year EU Research Project BRESOV

July 6, 2018
Seed World Europe

Organic farming research project Bresov launches in EU to optimize vegetable crop yields. Learn how...

Optimising Vegetable Crops For Organic Farming

June 22, 2018
Seed World Europe

Organic farming is a sustainable way to grow vegetables. Learn how to optimize your crops...

Organic Insect Deterrent for Agriculture

June 11, 2018
Seed World Europe

Organic farming solution to insect infestations: learn how to use natural methods to protect crops...

Wageningen University & Research: Organic Agriculture Less Productive Than Conventional Agriculture

April 30, 2018
Seed World Europe

Organic agriculture is less productive than conventional farming, according to research from Wageningen University. Learn...

UC Davis Students Breed Beans for Organic Farming

April 12, 2018
Seed World Europe

UC Davis students are breeding beans to help organic farmers increase yields and reduce costs....