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Seed World US Exploring the news and issues of the U.S. seed industry, delivering hard-hitting editorial and analysis to industry professionals since 1915.

Written specifically for U.S. seed industry professionals, Seed World US features thought-provoking, issues-based analyses on specific industry trends distributed through print, web, email and social media.

Would consumers pay more for bread with a smaller environmental footprint? New Cornell University research suggests they...
09/04/2026

Would consumers pay more for bread with a smaller environmental footprint? New Cornell University research suggests they may — provided taste meets expectations.

The findings offer an encouraging signal for intermediate wheatgrass, marketed as Kernza®, but consumer demand alone will not bring the perennial grain to commercial scale. Better genetics, higher yields, stronger supply chains and coordinated investment will all be needed to move it from the field to the bakery shelf.



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Earlier soybean planting can mean cooler, wetter soils and a longer window of vulnerability for emerging seedlings.Lumis...
09/03/2026

Earlier soybean planting can mean cooler, wetter soils and a longer window of vulnerability for emerging seedlings.

Lumisena® Prime fungicide seed treatment from Corteva Agriscience combines four fungicides and one insecticide in a single-jug premix. The formulation provides broad-spectrum protection while simplifying the treatment process for independent seed retailers.

Tested across more than 100 locations over three years, Lumisena Prime delivered improved early-season plant health and an average yield advantage of one bushel per acre across research locations.



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🌱 What does it take to move seed innovation from idea to real-world impact?The September issue of Seed World U.S. explor...
09/03/2026

🌱 What does it take to move seed innovation from idea to real-world impact?

The September issue of Seed World U.S. explores the systems that help innovation deliver value — from navigating seed labeling requirements and understanding what farmers really need to breeding for nutrition and moving gene-edited traits toward commercialization.

Plus, explore sustainable aviation fuel, predictive breeding, AI-powered virtual fields, weather risk and more.

Read the September issue:
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Corteva is offering a clearer look at what Vylor could become after its planned separation.The new Vylor corn roadmap ou...
09/02/2026

Corteva is offering a clearer look at what Vylor could become after its planned separation.

The new Vylor corn roadmap outlines major technology bets through 2035, including yield stability, gene editing, insect control and licensing opportunities.

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Why do some biological products perform consistently while others fall short?Dr. Keri Carstens of Jord BioScience says f...
09/02/2026

Why do some biological products perform consistently while others fall short?

Dr. Keri Carstens of Jord BioScience says function alone is not enough. A microbe must also colonize the root, persist through the season and perform within the existing soil community.

Across three years of soybean field trials, Jord’s new 9311 biostimulant delivered an average yield advantage of 2.6 bushels per acre and a 79 percent win rate across varied growing conditions.



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After Hurricane Melissa devastated Jamaican farms, organic growers needed quality seed to begin rebuilding.High Mowing O...
09/01/2026

After Hurricane Melissa devastated Jamaican farms, organic growers needed quality seed to begin rebuilding.

High Mowing Organic Seeds donated vegetable seed, Jamaican organizations managed the import process and Iowa State University’s Seed Science Center provided the required testing free of charge.

The collaboration turned donated seed into renewed hope for farmers, local food supplies and livelihoods.

ISU Seed Science Center

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AI is moving deeper into crop breeding — from mining germplasm and predicting crosses to identifying genes for editing.B...
09/01/2026

AI is moving deeper into crop breeding — from mining germplasm and predicting crosses to identifying genes for editing.

But better models are only part of the equation. The biggest gains may depend on collecting, organizing and sharing better breeding data.



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Fifty states can mean 50 different seed-labeling rulebooks.Karen Withers explains how the Oregon Seed Association’s sear...
08/28/2026

Fifty states can mean 50 different seed-labeling rulebooks.

Karen Withers explains how the Oregon Seed Association’s searchable database helps seed companies avoid errors, prevent shipment delays and improve efficiency.



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For Robin Kleinwort, SATEC Equipment’s next chapter is about both continuity and renewal. He plans to preserve the famil...
08/26/2026

For Robin Kleinwort, SATEC Equipment’s next chapter is about both continuity and renewal. He plans to preserve the family business’s commitment to long-term customer partnerships while expanding its global reach and developing more complete seed treatment systems.



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08/25/2026

What does the next generation of plant breeders look like?

Karlee Klemm, a Borlaug Scholar and UC Davis student, is already working across peppers, sorghum and finger millet. Her background in livestock also gives her a unique perspective on the connections between plant breeding and the broader agricultural system.

She joins Seed World US to discuss the rapid pace of technology, agriculture’s interconnectedness and how programs like the Borlaug Scholarship are helping develop the next generation of agricultural scientists.

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