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Seed Systems: The Hidden Networks Behind the Food on our Plates
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Seed Systems: The Hidden Networks Behind the Food on our Plates

What is your favorite taco? The diversity of different ingredients to make a tasty taco makes it a difficult decision. That diversity begins long before maize is harvested for tortillas or beans are harvested for filling. It...

7 Jul 2026

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Ukraine joins FAO Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture

Ukraine’s accession strengthens global efforts to conserve and share the plant genetic resources that sustain food security worldwide.

Ukraine has deposited its instrument of accession to the International Treaty on Plant Genetic...

3 Jul 2026

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Vietnam’s Seed Clubs Fed a Nation. Now They Face New Barriers

New study underlines the need for more flexible policies to support farmer-led seed innovation after 30 years of success.

Around the world, seed systems are being tested by climate shocks, rising costs, disrupted trade and...

30 Jun 2026

Five Ways Crop Diversity Delivered in 2025
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Five Ways Crop Diversity Delivered in 2025

At the Crop Trust, we invest in crop diversity. But what does that mean, exactly?

In 2025, it meant securing thousands of seed samples for the future, supporting new climate-resilient crop varieties, helping farmers access...

24 Jun 2026

SeedNL Annual Event 2026
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SeedNL Annual Event 2026

SeedNL convenes anyone working in and close to the world of seed sector development yearly for an annual meeting. The event will host engaging plenaries, topical side-sessions, and excellent opportunities to network with seed sector stakeholders across the Dutch Diamond.

23 Jun 2026

23 Jun 2026

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The Perfect Fry: Breeding Potato Varieties to Satisfy the Market

Chips, French fries, pomme frites, or fries za kifaransa in Swahili. Whatever you call them, fried potatoes are among the world's most popular foods. It’s no different in Nakuru, Kenya.

At the Nakuru market, Rada Mwati stands...

19 Jun 2026

Svalbard Global Seed Vault Crosses Major Milestone - 1.4 Million Seed Samples Secured
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Svalbard Global Seed Vault Crosses Major Milestone - 1.4 Million Seed Samples Secured

LONGYEARBYEN, NORWAY, 17 June 2026 – The Svalbard Global Seed Vault opened its door for the second time this year, adding over 15,000 new seed samples. This marks a major milestone for the Seed Vault. Its collection has now...

17 Jun 2026

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