Seed Health

Seed School was a Reminder of What Makes our Industry Tick

February 24, 2024
Lorne Hadley

PHOTO: Attendees of Seed School take a tour of 20/20 Seed Labs in Winnipeg. Helping...

UV Light Treatment Shines a Bright Future For Row Crop Seeds

November 7, 2023
Kristi Cox – Seed World Contributor

It’s time to shed some light on seeds. UV light, that is. BioLumic recently partnered...

Sifting Through Misinformation to Understand Seed Treatments

September 5, 2023
Ashley Robinson - Seed World Contributor

Understand the facts about seed treatments and how to sift through misinformation. Learn the truth...

Field Trails Show Solutions to Pythium spp. in Organic Pea, Corn, Chickpea and Dry Bean Fields

July 6, 2023
Rebecca Carmeli-Peslak - Seed World Digital Media Producer

Organic farmers: Learn how field trials are providing solutions to Pythium spp. in pea, corn,...

Seed Speaks: Playing it Safe in the Lab

August 19, 2021
Marc Zienkiewicz - Seed World Canada Senior Editor

Seed Speaks discusses the importance of safety in the lab, from proper PPE to following...

According to Andreas Wais, it’s Time to Update Seed Testing

August 6, 2021
Alex Martin - Seed World Contributor

Andreas Wais explains why it's important to update seed testing methods. Learn about the latest...

Germination Retail Roundtable Webinar & Podcast: It’s Almost Planting Season: Is Your Seed Healthy?

March 3, 2020
Seed World Canada

Growers, join us for a webinar on seed health and planting season prep. Learn how...

Doug Kremer Thinks Science is Like Magic

December 9, 2019
Julie Deering - Seed World Contributor

Doug Kremer, a scientist, believes science is like magic. He explains why and how it...

Ryan Bartlet Wants to Change the Way We Put Nutrients on Seeds

December 9, 2019
Julie Deering - Seed World Contributor

Ryan Bartlet is revolutionizing the way we fertilize crops. His new technology uses natural nutrients...

Mikhil Ranka Wants to Make a Better Home for Seeds

December 9, 2019
Julie Deering - Seed World Contributor

Mikhil Ranka is on a mission to create a better home for seeds. Learn how...

Growth Promoting Seed treatments and Abiotic Stress Management for Higher Yield – A Seed World Innovation Webinar

July 25, 2019
Seed World Videos

Gain insights into how to increase crop yields with seed treatments and abiotic stress management....

Global Initiative Announced to Protect World’s Plants from Pests

December 21, 2018
Seed World Canada

Global initiative to protect plants from pests announced. Scientists, governments, and NGOs join forces to...

A New Product Helps Protect Seed Inside and Out

December 11, 2018
Marc Zienkiewicz - Seed World Canada Senior Editor

Introducing a new product to help protect seed inside. Learn how this product can help...

Researchers Make Important Finding in Plant Disease Resistance

September 7, 2018
Seed World Canada

Researchers discover new way to increase plant disease resistance, providing hope for future food security....

Crop Protection Products Overview – Part 3 – Future Trends and Outlook

August 27, 2018
Treena Hein – Seed World Contributor

Learn about the future of crop protection products and the outlook for the industry. Get...

DSM and Amulix Collaborate on Bio-Based Seed Coating Solutions

June 8, 2018
Seed World Europe

DSM and Amulix collaborate to develop bio-based seed coating solutions for sustainable agriculture. Improve crop...

Keys To Bee-Friendly Neonics

March 27, 2018
Seed World Europe

Learn how to make your garden bee-friendly with these tips on avoiding neonicotinoids. Discover the...

Seed Treatment Helps the Cowpea Deal with Drought

May 10, 2017
Compiled by Staff

Learn how seed treatment helps cowpea crops survive drought conditions. Discover the benefits of this...

Plant Health Strategy Gives Attention to Climate Change, New Technologies

April 3, 2017
Marc Zienkiewicz - Seed World Canada Senior Editor

A draft Plant and Animal Health Strategy for Canada was released today by the Canadian...

Nutrition Plays an Increasing Role in Seed Vigor

June 10, 2016
Compiled by Staff

Nutrition plays a critical role in early seed development and new research demonstrates its impact...

Customer Satisfaction

May 17, 2016
Julie Deering - Seed World Contributor

Perhaps the impact of crop improvement can best be seen on the farm. Here, three...

Plant Pathogens on the Prowl

December 16, 2015
Frank Zaworski – Seed World Contributor

As global trade expands and the climate changes, experts predict the battle against pathogens will...

Advancing Seed Coatings and Polymers

September 3, 2015
Seed World

With the increased demands being place on the seed, this niche sector of the industry...

ISTA Support Crucial

April 27, 2015
Marcel Bruins and Marc Zienkiewicz

ISTAs provide essential support for European businesses. Learn how they help companies succeed in a...

Seed Treatment Talking Points | November 2014

October 31, 2014
Seed World Canada

Even though they actually offer a number of benefits to farmers and the environment, seed...

Compatible Chameleons

September 30, 2014
Lindsay Hoffman - Seed World Group Vice President, Client Services

Learn how to create a compatible environment for chameleons with this guide. Tips on temperature,...

Treated Seed Stewardship

August 20, 2013
Mark Halsall – Seed World Contributor

Treated Seed Stewardship: A Tale of Two Continents In the face of increasing scrutiny over...

Boosting Seed’s Natural Properties | July 2012

July 3, 2012
Seed World Canada

Boosting Seed’s Natural Properties North American companies are developing, testing and marketing new technologies to...

SEED HEALTH AND SEED TRADE ISSUES

June 28, 2011
Seed World Canada

A need for global harmonization. Seed companies in today’s global environment need to be aware...

SGS Canada Unveils What’s Behind the New Wave of Precision and Efficiency in Seed Testing