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Launching Agriculture Innovation Mission for Climate

April 28, 2021
Compiled by Staff

Agriculture Innovation Mission for Climate (AIM-C) is a new initiative to help farmers and ranchers...

USDA Seeks Public Input on Impact Statement for Deregulation of GE Developed Maize

April 27, 2021
Compiled by Staff

USDA seeks public input on deregulation of GE maize. Help shape the future of agriculture...

USDA Announces Deregulation Extension of Potato Developed Using Genetic Engineering

April 26, 2021
Compiled by Staff

USDA extends deregulation of potato developed using genetic engineering, allowing for commercial production. Benefits include...

The Federal Budget puts a Focus on Regulatory Modernization

April 22, 2021
Marc Zienkiewicz - Seed World Canada Senior Editor

The 2021 Federal Budget focuses on modernizing regulations to help businesses and Canadians. Learn more...

KeyGene Receives New Patent for Identification and Detection of Polymorphisms

April 14, 2021
Compiled by Staff

KeyGene receives new patent for identification and detection of polymorphisms. A breakthrough in genetic research,...

Experts Initiate to Modernize OECD Biotechnology and Biosafety Recommendation of 1986

March 29, 2021
Seed World Europe

Experts modernize 1986 OECD biotechnology & biosafety recommendation to ensure safety & sustainability. Learn how...

ASTA Urges Changes in Surface Transportation Bill

March 26, 2021
Compiled by Staff

ASTA urges Congress to pass the Surface Transportation Bill, which would provide funding for infrastructure...

APSA’s Operation Permit for Thailand Granted

March 23, 2021
Compiled by Staff

Thailand grants APSA operation permit: APSA is now authorized to operate in Thailand, providing a...

How CSGA’s Improved Circular 6 Benefits Everyone

March 10, 2021
Mike Scheffel - Managing Director, Policy & Standards at CSGA

CSGA's Circular 6 has improved the lives of Canadians by providing benefits to everyone. Learn...

Syngenta Announces EPA registration of Corn Herbicide Acuron GT

March 4, 2021
Compiled by Staff

Syngenta announces EPA registration of Acuron GT 2, a new corn herbicide that provides season-long...

ASTA Tracks Priority Bills in State Legislatures

February 26, 2021
Compiled by Staff

ASTA tracks priority bills in state legislatures across the US. Learn more about the bills...

The Future is Now for Seed Crop Certification

February 25, 2021
Marc Zienkiewicz - Seed World Canada Senior Editor

Learn how seed crop certification is revolutionizing the agricultural industry and how it is helping...

SeCan, Alliance Seed Announce Biggest PBR Settlement in Canada to Date

February 25, 2021
Compiled by Staff

Secan Alliance Seed announces largest PBR settlement in Canada to date. Growers receive $1.2 billion...

USDA Clarifies Rules for Buying and Selling Seeds Online From Other Countries

February 18, 2021
Compiled by Staff

USDA provides guidance on buying and selling seeds online from other countries. Learn the rules...

Seed Reg Modernization: Have Your Say

February 4, 2021
Marc Zienkiewicz - Seed World Canada Senior Editor

Have your say on the modernization of Canada's seed regulations! Learn more about the proposed...

ISF Statement On The Notification Of Genome Edited High-GABA Tomato In Japan

January 15, 2021
Seed World Europe

Japan has approved the sale of a genome-edited high-GABA tomato. Learn more about the International...

USDA Announces Deregulation of Cotton Developed Using GE

January 15, 2021
Compiled by Staff

USDA deregulates GE cotton, allowing farmers to grow it without restrictions. Get the latest on...

Grain Act Modernization Begins

January 12, 2021
Seed World Canada

Grain farmers in Canada can now take advantage of the Grain Act Modernization, which will...

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...

ASTA Commends Nomination of Tom Vilsack as U.S Secretary of Agriculture

December 16, 2020
Compiled by Staff

Tom Vilsack nominated as U.S. Secretary of Agriculture. ASTA commends the nomination, citing Vilsack's experience...

ASTA Joins Call to Prioritize Vaccines for Food and Ag Workers

December 11, 2020
Compiled by Staff

ASTA joins call to prioritize vaccines for food and ag workers. Learn more about the...

USDA Announces Expansion, Other Improvements to Hemp Crop Insurance

December 1, 2020
Compiled by Staff

USDA announces expanded hemp crop insurance and other improvements to help farmers protect their investments....

CFIA to Solicit Feedback on Regulatory Modernization in January

November 26, 2020
Marc Zienkiewicz - Seed World Canada Senior Editor

CFIA to launch public consultation on modernizing food safety regulations in Jan 2021. Get involved...

Closed-Loop Supply Chain Manages Regulation

November 23, 2020
Joe Funk – Seed World Contributor

Learn how closed-loop supply chain management can help your business stay compliant with regulations. Understand...

USDA-APHIS Designates 12 Additional Cibus Trait Products as Not Regulated

October 15, 2020
Compiled by Staff

USDA APHIS designates 12 additional Cibus trait products as not regulated, allowing for faster, more...

Trademarks and Hemp

October 7, 2020
James Weatherly – Seed World Contributor

Protect your hemp business with trademarks: learn the basics of trademark law and how to...

Bayer’s XtendFlex Soybeans Get Final Key Regulatory Approval

September 28, 2020
Seed World Canada

Bayer's XtendFlex Soybeans get final key regulatory approval in Canada, allowing farmers to use the...

Colombia Positions Itself in the European Medical Cannabis Market

September 17, 2020
Seed World Europe

Colombia is positioning itself as a leader in the European medical cannabis market. Learn how...

Amazon to Remove Listings for Seeds for Planting By Non-U.S. Residents

September 16, 2020
Compiled by Staff

Amazon to remove listings for seeds from non-U.S. residents. Shop only from U.S. sellers for...

Canada’s Seed Industry Goes Back to the Drawing Board

September 9, 2020
Marc Zienkiewicz - Seed World Canada Senior Editor

Canada's seed industry is rethinking its approach to innovation and sustainability. Learn how they are...

USDA Reopens Comment Period for U.S. Domestic Hemp Production Program Interim Final Rule

September 8, 2020
Compiled by Staff

USDA reopens comment period for U.S. Domestic Hemp Production Program Interim Final Rule. Submit your...

The Court of Justice of the European Union Sheds Light In Case C-176/18 on the Scope of EU Plant Variety Rights

September 3, 2020
Angela Martinez Lopez - Legal Officer at CPVO

EU Court clarifies scope of Plant Variety Rights: CJEU rules on case C-176/18, clarifying the...

Realizing Seed Regulatory Modernization Just One of Many Goals Seed Analysts Have for the Future

August 27, 2020
Holly Gelech and Dianne Gilhuly

Seed analysts are working to modernize regulations and create a more sustainable future for the...

Canada Reports Suspicious Seed Packets

August 10, 2020
Compiled by Staff

Canada is warning citizens to be aware of suspicious seed packets arriving in the mail....

Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship Issues Guidance on Proper Disposal of Unsolicited Seed Deliveries

August 4, 2020
Compiled by Staff

Iowa Ag Dept. issues guidance on proper disposal of unsolicited seed deliveries. Learn how to...

Cuba Passes Law to Create Regulating Commission for the Use of GMOs

July 30, 2020
Compiled by Staff

Cuba passes law to create regulating commission for the use of GMOs. Commission will ensure...