Seed Genetics

FuturaGene Secures World-First Approval for Gene-Edited Eucalyptus in Brazil

Brazil’s biosafety regulator CTNBio has classified FuturaGene’s CRISPR-edited eucalyptus as a conventional organism, marking a global milestone in precision forestry breeding. The single-gene edit improves lignin composition, enabling reduced chemical inputs and lower energy use in pulp processing.

SeedTech Investments

Where SeedTech Funding is Flowing in 2025

Global investment in SeedTech has crossed $2.1B in 2025. Discover how funding is shaping next-gen seed traits, drought resistance, digital breeding platforms, and climate-resilient varieties for tomorrow’s farms.

Climate-Ready Seeds

Climate-Smart Seeds Empowering Resilient Farming

Explore how U.S. growers are adopting heat-tolerant, water-efficient seed varieties to tackle extreme weather. Learn which crops are leading the shift toward climate-resilient agriculture in 2025.

Discover rising roles in seed genetics, trait development, plant breeding analytics, and agbiotech research fueling innovation across food and fiber crops... Read more

SeedTech Innovators

Bayer and Pairwise Team Up to Accelerate CRISPR Seed Trait Development

A groundbreaking collaboration brings together Bayer’s global seed R&D and Pairwise’s gene-editing platform to create next-gen seed traits focused on yield, resilience, and consumer appeal.

Seed Breeding & Trait Innovation

ICRISAT Introduces AI-Based Seed Selection Tool for Dryland Crops

The tool leverages AI and genomics to select optimal seed varieties for different agro-climatic zones, focusing on drought-tolerant and early-maturing cultivars. A major step in ensuring food security in arid regions.