Seed testing services in Canada are sold for about one-tenth of what they’re sold for in other parts of the world. Today in Canada, the typical cost to the customer is $50. Different markets place different value on seed testing for a variety of re
As the world’s population is demanding more calories, Brazil is poised to be the powerhouse to meet those demands. Forty per cent of the world’s population will be fed by Brazil’s agricultural production, according to Embrapa (Brazilian
As a seed analyst myself, I have worked with many great analysts over the years in Canada and abroad. These are professional, disciplined, dedicated and very talented people, but if there’s one thing we often lack, its having the opportunity to ex
20/20 Seed Labs has been involved with Chilean seed production for about 18 years. In that time, using both our ISTA and CFIA accreditation, we have crop inspected and have verified hybrid canola, wheat and soybean seed lots coming back for spring pl
We live in a time where change is constant. Agriculture is one of the most important sectors on the planet, and with that comes pressure to stay on top of seed testing and related technology. When you consider the development of new varieties that ca
THE AGRICULTURE INDUSTRY is more competitive than ever. A lot is on the line, and by that, I mean money, of course.Farmers are looking for ways to increase profits to help them to thrive in an often-challenging environment. They’re looking for
Recently, there have been concerns about seed testing standards, or a lack of. Companies might send a seed sample to one lab for a test and get one result, and if that same sample is sent to a different lab, they could get a different result. I reali
The seed industry drives agricultural innovation, contributes billions to the economy, encompasses diverse crops and businesses, and fuels a strong export market. As a whole, the industry realizes the importance of bringing new generations into the f
It would be an understatement to say that agricultural practices and output have changed significantly in the past century. In 1910, one farmer could feed 2.5 people. Today, one farmer can feed more than 130 people. These production increases are a d