John LaRose Jr. John LaRose Jr.
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Topics: Agriculture Global, Sustainability, World Hunger, World Population, Regenerative Agriculture,

The Seed Industry's Work to Stamp Out Hunger - Seed World

In an era marked by growing populations and climate uncertainty, the imperative to combat hunger is urgent. It’s no surprise that the seed industry plays a pivotal role in this global challenge. Through innovations in seed technology and strategic partnerships, the industry is making strides toward stamping out hunger.

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TOPIC(S): Corn/Maize, Agriculture Global,

05/09/2024 SOURCE: www.seedworld.com

What an A-Maizing Crop! - Seed World

Corn, also known widely as maize, remains a critical crop used in a wide range of food, feed and industrial applications. As breeders continue to make progress, the importance of this crop as well as the diversity of its uses are expected to increase.

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TOPIC(S): Cotton, Herbicides, Agriculture Global,
TOPIC(S): Cotton, Cover Crops,
John LaRose Jr. John LaRose Jr.
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Topics: Wheat, Agriculture Global, Weather,

Grow High Yield and Drought Hardy Winter Wheat - Seed World

As the Russia/Ukraine conflict continues, growers and agriculture professionals are experiencing shortages across the industry. One of which decreased wheat supplies, which are down roughly 25% this year. With widespread droughts creating additional scarcities, it’s likely some growers are considering taking a risk and reaping the benefit of growing this widely needed, yet scarcely available crop.  […]

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TOPIC(S): Corn/Maize, Agriculture US, Ethanol/Biofuel, Hemp, Food/Nutrition, Ag Global Specialty Food, Plant-Based/Animal Free, Renewable Energy (Solar/Wind), Plant Breeding, Carbon Farming,

06/30/2022 SOURCE: seedworld.com

Why Protein is the Next Frontier in Hemp Breeding - Seed World

Hemp is very nutritious. For example, there are two fatty acids that are essential for human health — linoleic acid (omega-6) and alpha-linolenic acid (omega-3) — and hemp seed oil is packed with them. “In other words, hemp packs a great nutritional punch,” says Ben Raymond, vice-president of research and development for Victory Hemp Foods […]

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John LaRose Jr. John LaRose Jr.
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Topics: Crop Consultant, Agriculture Global, Sustainability, GMO's, Research, Genes /Genetics,
John LaRose Jr. John LaRose Jr.
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Topics: Agriculture US, Crop Consultant, Agriculture Global, Conservation/Tillage, World Hunger, World Population,

The Crop that Can Change Your Farm - Seed World

At KWS Cereals we may be the new seed company kid on the block in the United States but globally, we’ve been around for a long time. We were founded in 1856 in Germany and since then our company has grown to now include operations in 70 countries worldwide. We are family owned and we […]

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