Brusselsinsummerisoftenportrayedasboring anddull,astrangecitythatfromonedaytothe other loses all “raison d’être”, all energy and excitement. It then falls into a state of deep hibernation and irrelevance, until re-awakened precisely on September 1st through a mystical momentcalled“larentrée”.Whilethatcommon perceptionislargelyexaggeratedalreadyinany normal year, it’s definitely untrue in a postelection one! Yes, its’s true: there is a certain powervacuumfollowingtheelectionstothenew EP and the final confirmation of the new European Commission expected for late 2024. And such vacuum seems particularly strange at times when uncertainty and even anxiety are widespread amongst Europeans in view of the worryingstateofaffairsinUkraine,Israelandthe MiddleEastandelsewhere.Maybeitisalsothe newenergyinfusedintotheUSelectionprocess by the change of Democratic candidates that markssuchastarkcontrasttotheprocessof
nominationofdesignatedcommissionersthatmakes usslightlyjealousbackhereinoldEurope However, headlinesofnewspapersaside,thissummerhasbeen farfromquietandboringinBrussels.Therehasbeen andstillisaflurryofactivities,meetings,phonecalls andbackgroundchecksgoingonthataccompaniesthe pre-selections for the appointment of Europe’s new leadershipteam.Becausethisisnotonlyaboutthe Commissioners! Cabinets are being re-shuffled, top jobsintheDirectorate-Generalsareandwillstillneed to be re-assigned. And, most importantly, a new overarching policy agenda is in the making as we speak/writeandeverybodywantstomakesurethatit willreflectatleasttheoneorotherofone’sownpet projects. We do know that economics, that competitivenessand(re-)industrialisationwillformthe backboneofthatnew2024-2029agenda Itisalsofair to assume that agriculture will form an important elementeitherwithinornexttoit.Butwedonotyet know how distinct this new Commission’s policy prioritisation will really be from what we saw presentedbackin2019withtheEuropeanGreenDeal Astheysay,thedevilisinthedetailandmanyofthe architectsofthatGreenDealarenotonlystillaround but also still in powerful positions, both in the CommissionandintheEP.Despiteallthetalkabout thebigshifttotherightintheEPelections,theactual compositionoftheEPsuggeststhecontinuationofan alliance around the centre right/centre left with supportfromGreensandLiberalsasthemostlikely scenario.Thatsuggestcontinuityratherthanaradical U-turn.
news from capitals and the gossip in the usual mediaoutlets.Notonlybecauseatleastsomeof usaretruepolicyjunkies;butmainlybecausesuch analysisformstheverybaseforourfuturework, i.e. for effectively and efficiently advocating for theinterestoftheEuroseedsmembership Notall ofthatinformationcancomefromus.Itmaywell bethatindividualMembersornationalassociations have already had contact with the one or other new MEP or political grouping. Bringing all our intelligencetogetherthereforeisafirststepsthat wemadebyadedicatedworkshopwithadvocacy expertsfrommembersattheendofAugust.
Additionally, we update our info from the membership itself Detailed questionnaires have beensenttoconfirmorchangerelevantdataand compile the most actual overview of the seed industryrepresentationEuropeanlevel.Allofthat will be analysed in further detail and also presentedduringtheCopenhagencongress(soif youhaven’tregisteredyet,dosonow!).Itwillalso feedintoadiscussionanddecisiononthestrategic prioritiesbythenewlyelectedBoardofDirectors early2025.Basedonallofthat,wehopetobe well-prepared for the new crop of MEPs and Commissioners, but also to improve internal processes,toolsorstructureswhereverusefulor beneficial.
Following the resounding success of our annual meeting in Malta last year, which saw the unprecedented attendance of over 1300 attendeesfromacrosstheglobe,wearekeento overcomethisrecordinyourpresence!
Getreadytoflytothebeautifulcityofthe‘Little Mermaid’, Copenhagen, in Denmark, where the Euroseeds2024Congressissettotakeplacefrom October13thto16th
As usual, our team is working hard to deliver the standardsofexcellencethatdefinesourCongresses:
A meticulously chosen venue, equipped with professional and accessible facilities for meetings,exhibitionsandtrading; Engaging speakers sharing valuable insights about the most pressing issues facing the Europeanseedandbreedingsectors;
A ‘hygge’ environment fostering fruitful exchangesandnetworkingopportunities. Moreover, Denmark's reputation as one of the happiest countries in the world, and home to innovationandsustainability,makesourCongressan eventnottobemissed
But wait, this year there is more! We will be launchingthe"Euroseeds2024InnovAction"
challenge,wherestartups,SMEs,andpublic-private partnerships will compete to showcase latest innovationsduringspeciallivesessionsthroughout Monday14thandTuesday15thOctober.Aspecial eventwillfollowonTuesdayafternoontoawardthe "Euroseeds2024InnovActor".
We encourage experts from the seed and plant breeding sectors to secure a spot for our Euroseeds2024 Congress soon, to reconnect with oldfriendsandforgenewpartnerships,engagingin business discussions, hear the latest on EU regulatoryupdates,andnow,explorecutting-edge innovationsandtechnologicaladvancements.
Watch the welcome video from the Euroseeds Secretary General Garlich von Essen and visit the Congresswebsitetosecureyourspot!
Euroseedsisthrilledtoannouncethefinalistsof the InnovAction Stage competition, highlighting groundbreaking advancements in agricultural technology and plant science. The selected companiesare:
Arable combines weather, plant, and soil/irrigationdatawithadvancedmodelingand machine learning for comprehensive, real-time crop insights all in a single, easy-to-deploy system.
BetterSeeds harnesses CRISPR technology to developresilientcropswithenhancedgenetics, addressing climate challenges with traits for droughtandheattolerance.
Cibus leads in high throughput gene editing technology to develop precise and predictable planttraits,enhancingfarmingproductivityand sustainabilitywithoutforeignDNAortransgenes.
ComputomicsGmbHappliesAItobioinformatics data,providingclimate-smarttechnologyforfast, adaptive breeding solutions that increase crop variety,quality,resilience,andadaptability.
Healthycrop specializes in combatting fungal infections in major field crops, building on decadesofuniversityresearchtoimprovecrop geneticsandagriculturalpractices.
Multiplex Spa provides affordable diagnostic solutionsintegratingAI-poweredcloudservices for data-driven decision-making in agriculture andhealth.
PhenoLytics offers high-throughput 3D phenotyping solutions, developed in cooperation with the Fraunhofer Institute, to optimizeseedandplantqualityforsustainable food production, leveraging over 35 years of seedqualityresearch.
Rainbow Crops engineers complex gene networkstodevelopresilientcropyieldsthat thrive amid biotic and abiotic stresses, combining multiplex genome editing, AI, and precisionbreeding.
RoboTec PTC GmbH uses AI and laser technology for precision plant propagation, ensuring stress-free cuts and higher reproductionrateswithshortergrowthcycles, leadingtobetterresourceefficiency.
SMARTtray® GmbH offers an innovative highthroughput method for plant cultivation and tissue sampling, automating the sampling processandensuringmoreefficient,safer,and cost-effectiveimplementation.
Solynta – True Potato Seeds pioneers hybrid potato innovations from true potato seed, aiming to improve global food security by providing robust, new potato varieties to farmersworldwide.
Each of these companies brings a unique and innovativeapproachtotacklingthechallengesof modernagriculture,fromenhancingcropresilience and quality to improving data-driven decisionmaking.
For detailed information about each finalist and their groundbreaking technologies, visit the Euroseeds InnovAction Stage competition webpage.
Stay tuned for more updated and follow the competition by using the #InnovActionStage hashtag on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram!
Inlightofthisyear’sEuropeanelections,weare excitedtoshareanewvideo,developedwiththe active collaboration of the members of the EuroseedsCommunicationCommittee(CCOM),to introducetheEuropeanseedsectortothenewly elected Members of the European Parliament (MEPs).Thisvideoservesasanaccessible,quickreferencetooldesignedtoexplainhowoursector operates,theintricaciesoftheseedvaluechain, andthekeyplayersinvolved.
For plant breeders, farmers, and growers, the demandforresilient,high-yieldingcropsthatcan
withstandclimatechangeandresistpestsismore pressingthanever.Consumers,ontheotherhand, arelookingforflavorful,textured,andaffordable produce The European seed value chain brings together a diverse group of professionals from research and development to marketing and distribution—tomeettheseneeds.
Joinusinthisvideoaswetakeyouonthejourney of seeds, from their beginnings in research and breedingtobecomingcertified,packagedproducts readyforfarmers!
We ask you to please share the video within your networks, includingpolicy-makersatnational level, media and press contacts, stakeholders and customers to raise awareness about how the Europeanseedsectortailorsnew plant varieties to local climates, serving the specific needs of farmerswhilealsocontributingto globalagriculturalinnovationand foodsecurity.
EUROPEANPARLIAMENT’SCOMMITTEES ELECTNEWLEADERSHIP
On 23 July, all 20 standing committees and 4 subcommitteesoftheEuropeanParliamentheld their constitutive meetings to elect their Chair and Vice-Chairs. Each committee bureau, consistingofaChairanduptofourVice-Chairs,is electedforatwo-and-a-half-yearmandate.
Committeesareessentialtothelegislativeprocess, handling legislative proposals, appointing negotiating teams for talks with EU ministers, adopting reports, organizing hearings, and scrutinizingotherEUbodiesandinstitutions.
We look forward to the impactful work these committees will accomplish in the coming term, furthering legislative progress and ensuring effectiveoversightwithintheEU.
AsofSeptember,thedifferentCommitteeswillstart their regular work, including the hearings of respective Commissioner-designates upon nominationandconfirmation
If you want to know any relevant information on theirwork,please,contacttheSecretariat.
In the lead-up to the elections, the European Parliamentlaunchedaglobalonlinecampaignto emphasize the importance of voting as both a right and a civic duty for all Europeans. The campaign, titled ‘Together.EU,’ unites a diverse arrayoftransnationalandnationalorganizations acrossEurope,includingEuroseeds.
The ‘TogetherEU’ campaign also provides crucial information about the election process for each Europeanmemberstateandsendsremindersto
As an active supporter of this year’s European elections,wheremillionsofEuropeanscastedtheir votes for the new Members of the European Parliament between the 6th and 9th of June, Euroseedsisproudtoannouncethatwehavebeen recognizedbytheEuropeanParliamentasanofficial CommunicationPartnerfortheEuropeanElections 2024!
This recognition reflects our commitment to promoting a more democratic, inclusive, and competitiveEurope Let'sworktogethertoshapethefutureofEurope!
-ErikaMaugeri-
JULY-AUSUTEVENTSANDMEETINGS
EuropeanCommissionindustryvisit
On 5 July 2024, the European Commission accompanied by Euroseeds Secretariat and Euroseeds members visitedtheseedsector.
Thanks to AVEVE, the Commission was able to visit trials and testing field. In addition, the Commission was given a hands-on experience of the seed multiplication and seed certification underofficialsupervisiondemonstrating how it works in reality. Further, the Commissionhadtheopportunitytovisit the factory and the ISTA certified laboratory
TheCommissionandtheseedsectorhad fruitful discussions among the areas of seed certification, plant health, general processes in seed processing among othertopics.Manythankstothe 240619
CommitteePlantHealthfortheinitiationandthecollaboration, and AVEVE for hosting and providing the Commission the opportunitytounderstandsomeoftheday-to-dayactivitiesin theseedsector.
-ClaudiusMarondedze-
EUAFCOmeeting
On 17 July, the European Commission DirectorateGeneral for Agriculture and Rural Development organisedtheinauguralmeetingoftheEUAgri-Food Chain Observatory (AFCO). The AFCO, to which Euroseedsbecamemember,isaninformalCommission expert group that brings together actors along the food supply chain with the aim of exchanging information and discussing on the situation across markets,includingcostsandmargins.
During the first meeting, different Member States presentedtheexistinginitiativesatnationallevel The Commissionpresentedtheproposedworkstreamsfor theorganisationofAFCOmeetings TheSecretariat willinformyouabouttherelevantoutcomesoffuture meetingsoftheplatform.
-CésarGonzález-
Advocacyworkshop
On28-29August,theSecretariatorganisedaworkshop toanalysethebigdriversoftheEuropeanagendafor the next mandate and their relationship with and impactonagriculture,aswellastoensurethatwehave a good understanding of the new Parliament composition.
The workshop was well attended by Euroseeds members,withrepresentativesofthewidediversityof ourmembership,andofferedaninterestingoverview ofthepoliticalsituationaftertheEPelectionsinMayas wellastheworkoftheEuropeanInstitutions,witha focusonthechallengesfortheagri-foodsectorthat
Researchandinnovationareessentialintheplant breeding and seed sector to develop improved plant varieties that meet the challenging and ever-evolving needs of farmers and other agrifood chain actors, including consumer preferencesandpolicyobjectives.
Euroseeds is the voice of the European seed sectorandrepresentstheinterestsofmorethan 70directcompanymembersandothersactivein research,breeding,productionandmarketingof seeds of agricultural, horticultural and ornamentalplantspecies.
IntheshapingofthenextEuropeanFramework ProgrammeforResearchandInnovation(FP10), Euroseeds together with 109 European associations representing key European RD&I stakeholders,herebyurgetheEUInstitutionsto increasethecurrentbudgetinviewofFP10and tomakepan-Europeancollaborativeresearchthe cornerstoneofFP10,answeringindustrialneeds byexcellence.
PublicRD&IinvestmentsenabledthroughtheEU Framework Programme are crucial to address market failures and to stimulate private RD&I investments by lowering the risks that such investmentsrepresentfortheindustry Tofurther supportEUCompetitiveness,FP10mustfocuson excellentcross-bordercollaborativeRD&I,witha strongindustrialparticipation.
Plant breeding has a pivotal role in supporting the economic sustainability of Europe’s farming communities and the agri-food value chain. Strengthening the cooperation between public and private actors involved in plant RD&I activities is essential for the transition from basic scientific researchtoamarketableproduct.
ThenextEUFrameworkProgrammeneedstofoster collaboration, drive technology maturation and innovation,andleveragetheexpertiseofRD&Ipublic andprivateactorstostrengthencompetitivenessand assertleadershipinkeytechnologicaldomains.
Read the joint statement by clicking on the page previewbelow
Euroseeds participated to the EUCARPIAGeneralCongresson19-23 AugustinLeipzig!
IPK organised in August the 22nd EUCARPIAGeneralCongressthattook place in in Leipzig, Germany. The conference gathered more than 250 participantsandcoveredawiderange of plant breeding research: genetic resources and diversity, yield and qualityimprovement,bioticandabiotic stress response, bioinformatics and genomics,newbreedingobjectivesand technologies
Euroseeds presented two scientific postersabouttheimportanceofpublicprivate partnerships for the plant breedingsectorandrecommendations forcommunicationaboutplantgenome editing Euroseedspresentedtheaims and results of the EU-funded project GeneBEcon during the session “ new breeding objectives and technologies” whichtriggeredadiscussionaboutthe relevanceofnewlegislationforcertain NGT-derived plants and the urgent needthattheEUadvancesonthis
matterwiththeCommission’slegalinitiative.
IntheGeneBEconprojectdifferentregulatoryoptionsforNGTderivedplantsintheEUhave been established to assess the implications of regulations on safetydata,adoptionratesandsocio-economicfactors.Analysis revealedthatadditionaldatarequirementscouldincreaseand potentiallyexceedthecostthatdevelopersareable,orwilling,to investforNGT-derivedplants.Moreinterestingoutputsofthe GeneBEcon project are to be expected in the next couple of months.
The EUCARPIA General Congress was a great meeting opportunityforresearchers,breeders,publicinstitutes,private companies, startups, and the diversity of topics, speakers and expertise was greatly appreciated. The current president Mr. Andreas Börner and his co-workers were thanked for their efforts,andwearelookingforwardtowardsthefutureactivities organised by EUCARPIA under the leadership of Ms Maria Raffaella Ercolano from the University of Naples starting in January2025.
Overthepastfiveyears,INNOVARandINVITEhave been researching ways to improve plant variety testingforenhancedsustainability.Theconferences will showcase the findings, innovations and key messagesofthesetwoprojects
28 November 2024: Plant variety testing innovations in wheat (NH Brussels EU Berlaymonthotel)
10 December 2024: Plant variety testing innovations in other crops (Herman Teirlinck Building)
We kindly ask you to save the dates for these importantevents.
STAFFCORNER
This summer, Euroseeds had the pleasure of welcoming two young visitors to our office childrenofoneofourcolleagueswhowereeager tolearnmoreabouttheirfather'sworkforaschool project.Aspartoftheirassignmenttoexploretheir parents'professions,theydecidedtogetcreative byinterviewingsomeoftheirdad'scolleagues
The Euroseeds team was delighted to host these brightyoungminds,offeringthemaglimpseintothe seedsectoranditsvitalroleinshapingthefutureof Europe.
Below are the insights they gathered during the interviews:
‘TheinterviewswithEuroseedsstaffhighlighted their deep commitment to sustainable agricultureandtheirpassionfortheirwork.Each colleagueexpressedhowtheirrolescontribute to the development of Europe whether throughthesustainableuseofplantprotection products,enhancingagriculturalproductivityin the face of climate change, or promoting the importance of the seed sector. They also emphasizedthediverseanddynamicnatureof their jobs, from working on innovative agriculturalpoliciestoengagingininternational collaboration Their message to the younger generation is clear: the seed sector offers excitingandimpactfulcareeropportunitiesthat play a crucial role in shaping the future of Europeanagricultureandbeyond.
towardstheirworkanditsbroaderimpact.The seedsectorisnotonlyaboutgrowingcrops; it’s about nurturing the future of our environment, food security, and European society.
Please get in touch with Francesca.minniti@euroseeds.eu if you did not receive the survey or if you need more time to compileitonline Thankyouinadvanceforyourtimeandattention.
Acrylamide and other process-formed food contaminants are considered as potential health hazards. Acrylamide forms during both industrial foodprocessingandhomecookingwiththeinputs beingreducingsugars(principallyglucose,fructose and maltose) and asparagine principally from processingofcereals,potatoesandcoffee
LCAFood2024
TheLCAfoodconferenceispioneeringdiscussions and exchange on sustainability in food systems since the mid 90’s and takes place biennially, alternatingbetweenEuropeandothercontinents. Over the almost 30 years of its history, the conferencehasbecometheworld’sleadingforum on the topic of sustainable food. It reunites hundreds of environmental professionals from multiple sectors (academia, private sector, public bodies,etc.)toshareandadvancefoodLCAsand relatedtools.
Foryears,processingindustrieshavebeenengaged inreducingacrylamideformationthroughproduction process optimisations and establishment of guidelines.
The 2017 EC Regulation on acrylamide sets benchmarksonacrylamidelevelsinfood,whichare consideredtobeeitherchallengingorinsufficient, dependingonwhoisasked.However,ifnodrastic actionistaken,futureregulationsmaythreatenthe availabilityofsomefoods
Thiseventbringstogetherplantbreeders,farmers, European food processors, toxicologists, public regulatorsandconsumerinterestgroupstoexplore the effectiveness of current and new approaches neededalongthefullsupplychain.
Learnmorehere.
If you are an enthusiast about measuring and improvingthesustainabilityoffoodsystems,want tomaintainandexpandyournetwork,gettoknow IRTA,andenjoytheBarcelonaexperience,theLCA Food2024conferenceis“the”eventforyou.
On 11 September, the European Technology Platform Plants for the Future will organise an event under the Fascination of Plant Day umbrella. The event will run under the title: Celebrating Plant Breeding as the Pillar of Our Agri-food Systems - How Public-Private Collaborations Ensure Translation from Basic ResearchtoNewPlantVarieties.
Theeventaimstohighlighttheimportanceofplant breedingforachievingmoresustainableandcircular agri-food systems, describing the flow from basic researchtothemarket,withaparticularemphasison the benefits of public-private partnerships. Presentationsanddiscussionswillbefollowedbya fieldvisit,discoveringdifferentongoingfieldtrials.
Itaimstodemonstratetheimportanceofensuring an EU-wide strategic long-term mechanism to support breeding-related efforts in the next frameworkprogramme.Pleaseregisterhere.
The event will cover topics including IP strategies andtheirimpactontheSingleMarket,thefutureof IPinthecontextofartificialintelligence.Theevent willalsolookattheimpactofnewlegislationandthe challengesassociatedwithcounterfeiting.
Expertsfromlegalprivatepractices,plantbreeding, and public administrations will share their insights and experiences in a lively exchange on how intellectualpropertyrights(IPRs)cancontributeto sustainability while creating a positive impact in society. Moreinformationisavailablehere.
CanvaforScientists
Learn how to use Canva to communicate your science!
Introduction to Canva: Learn the basics of Canva, a versatile design tool that helps you createprofessional-lookinggraphics Design Principles for Scientists: Understand keydesignprinciplesandhowtoapplythemto make your science communication visually appealing.
Creating Engaging Posts: Discover how to create compelling posts. For example to showcase your new publications or research findingsonsocialmedia.
WorldFoodForum2024
Theyear-longactivitiesoftheWFFculminateinan annualflagshipevent-adynamicglobalplatform that transcends boundaries, generations and sectors to transform the future of our agrifood systems.In2024,theeventwillbeheldfrom14to 18OctoberattheheadquartersoftheFoodand Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in Rome, Italy, and online It will bring togetherworldexperts,impassionedchangemakers andvisionaryleadersofallagesaroundthetheme: “Goodfoodforall,fortodayandtomorrow”.
Organizedaroundthreepillars-GlobalYouth
Q&A: Have your questions answered by our sciencecommunicationexpert,AnnaPashkowa
Learnmoreandregisterhere.
Action, Science and Innovation and Hand-in-Hand Investment-the2024flagshipeventleveragesthe powerofintergenerationalcollaboration,aswellas partnerships and action across policy, science, innovation,education,cultureandinvestment This year,theeventwillalsohostthe2024editionofthe annualWorldFoodDayandtheHigh-LevelRome WaterDialogueonWASAG-TheGlobalFramework on Water Scarcity in Agriculture, as well as the GlobalFamilyFarmingForum,ensuringevenmore
Learnmorehere.
CornellUniversity&Sathguruareorganisingthe Plant Breeders Program, scheduled from 14th Octoberto19thOctober2024inCornellCampus inIthaca,NewYork.
Thisprogrammeisdesignedspecificallyforsenior plant breeding professionals, geneticists, and molecularbiologistsandoffersanopportunityto gainexposuretocutting-edgetoolsandtechniques inclusivity,dialoguesandsolutionsforthepresentandfutureofouragrifoodsystems.
essential for strategic deployment in creating competitivevarietiesandtraitsinplantbreeding.
Learnmorehere.
Ecomondo-TheGreenTechnologyExpo
Ecomondo, the ecological transition ecosystem, is the place for industry, stakeholders, policy makers, opinion leadersandlocalauthoritiestomeetand talk.Itbringstogetherandsystemisesthe keyelementsthatdefinethedevelopment strategies of the European Union's environmentalpolicy
It is the reference international event in EuropeandtheMediterraneanbasinfor
technologies,servicesandindustrialsolutionsinthegreen and circular economy sectors. A hub for research and innovation,ithoststheleadingcompaniesinenvironmental services, solutions and technologies, covering water management, waste disposal, textiles, bioenergy, soil management and protection, transport, agriculture and sustainablecities.
In2024,theshowwillbeheldinRiminifrom5to8November 2024, and will also organise and promote digital and inperson meetings throughout the year, providing opportunities to address issues related to the implementation of the flagship projects in the National RecoveryandResiliencePlan(PNRR)andtheadoptionofthe circulareconomyinthemainindustrialsupplychainsaswell astherestorationandecologicalregenerationofsoilsand thehydrosphere,coastlinesandcities.
Learnmorehere.
The International Society for Biosafety Research (ISBR)isholdingits2025Symposiumfrom2to6 NovemberinGent,Belgium.
The scientific program Committee to which Petra Joraschisamemberiscurrentlybusyorganizingthe plenary session. First speakers from the EU Commissionareconfirmedandafirstdraftprogramis available on the Symposium website here: https://isbr.info/symposium-program
TheSymposiumwillbeagreatopportunitytodiscuss NGT related topics with scientists, regulators and industryrepresentativesfromallovertheworld.
Together with the ISF Coordination GroupPBIweareplanningtoorganize industryledsessionsonNGTs.
29 September - International Coffee Day and InternationalDayofAwarenessofFoodLossand Waste
Asyouknow,suchdaysmaybeagreatopportunityfor communication bringing more visibility and engagementinsocialmedia.Thus,weencourageyou to communicate around them in social media and inviteyourMembers/Teamstodothesame.
Thesuccessofsciencerequiresliteracytohelplearn and communicate. Happy #WorldLiteracyDay! https://bit.ly/31FM1qf
Today on #WorldLiteracyDay, we outline the importanceofliteracyforscienceandinnovationto progress. plantsci #GrowingTheFuture https://bit.ly/3hKtZZA
15.09
#DYK? The evolution of domesticated apples occurredoveralongtimeperiodandinvolvedmore
than one wild species. #Plantbreeding #GrowingTheFuture #EatAnAppleDay https://bit.ly/32IMDdM
Happy#EatAnAppleDay!Applesareattackedbyall sortsofpestsanddiseasesleadingtoyieldlossesupto 80%.#Plantbreedingcanhelpminimisetheselosses by developing disease-resistant apples. #GrowingTheFuturehttps://bitly/3hVDnJG
21.09
Happy International #PeaceDay! Could vegetables solveconflicts?Findouthowahumblepotatostopped aconflictinEuropeinthe16thcenturyaccordingtoa recent study. #InternationalPeaceDay #GrowingTheFuturehttps://bit.ly/2DjAlAc
TodayonInternational#PeaceDaywesharethestory of Nobel Peace Prize winner Norman Borlaug His contributiontodevelopingvarietiesofhigh-yielding wheat saved more lives than any other person in history #GrowingTheFuture @PeaceDay https://bit.ly/2GezstJ
23.09
We need to combine the best of conventional & #organic agriculture approaches to address the challengeoffeedingbillionsofpeople,onarapidly diminishing amount of arable land. https://bit.ly/3pqYid4 #Foodsecurity #EUOrganicDay #GrowingTheFuture
29.09
#DYK?#Plantbreedinghelpsacceleratethecreation of high-performing and strong coffee varieties! #InternationalCoffeeDay#GrowingTheFuture
Coffee arabica, one of the most important coffee varieties,isincrediblyvulnerabletopests&disease. #Plantbreeding helps to develop stronger coffee varieties, that are able to resist these threat. #InternationalCoffeeDay #GrowingTheFuture https://bit.ly/2YNy2wC
#DYK? Food losses and food waste that occur throughouttheEU'sentirefoodsupplychainamount to173kgpercapitalperyear#Plantbreedingcanhelp reduce #foodwaste by producing disease-resistant crops. https://bit.ly/2XxO2Ru #GrowingTheFuture #innovation
#Plantbreedinginnovationisessentialforsustainable agriculture.Ithelpsreducecroplossandfoodwaste and address tomorrow’s agri-food challenges #GrowingTheFuture#Jointheconversation
