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ISF to Host Roundtable at the World Congress of Agricultural Journalists 2025

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The International Seed Federation (ISF), in partnership with East-West Seed, Rijk Zwaan, and Corteva Agriscience, and in coordination with the African Seed Trade Association (AFSTA), will organize a panel discussion at the World Congress of Agricultural Journalists 2025 on 16 October 2025, 11 AM, in Nairobi, Kenya. The Congress is co-organized by the International Federation […]

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ISF Highlights Opportunities Under ISPM 45 at PPP Workshop in Cambodia

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Siem Reap, Cambodia — At the Workshop on Policy Dialogue for Developing a 3rd Party Laboratory Accreditation Program (ISPM 45), held on 18–19 September 2025, ISF Phytosanitary Affairs Manager Dr. Rose Souza Richards delivered a presentation on “Understanding ISPM 45: International Standards and Opportunities.” She outlined the core provisions of ISPM 45, adopted by the IPPC

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ISF Contributes to IGC Global Dialogue on Non-Tariff Measures and Market Efficiency

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On Thursday, 25 September 2025, Dr. Khaoula Belhaj Fragnière was invited to speak at the International Grains Council’s (IGC) inaugural webinar in a new series focused on Non-Tariff Measures (NTMs) and Market Efficiency. Representing the global seed industry, Khaoula shared key insights into the growing impact of non-tariff trade measures on seed businesses worldwide. Her

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Strengthening Dialogue on Phytosanitary Measures in Beijing

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Beijing, China — On 10 September 2025, ISF joined CNSTA and APSA in co-hosting the International Workshop on Phytosanitary Measures and Standards in Beijing. The workshop gathered NPPOs, customs officials, seed associations, and companies to exchange experiences on harmonizing phytosanitary practices for safe and efficient seed trade. In his opening remarks, ISF President Arthur Santosh

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ISF Highlights Global Seed Trade and Collaboration at Beijing Seed Congress

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Beijing, China — ISF joined the 32nd China Beijing Seed Industry Conference, held on 11–12 September 2025.  ISF President Arthur Santosh Attavar spoke at the opening ceremony, emphasizing the central role of seed innovation in addressing today’s global challenges, including climate change, the decline in arable land resources, and a growing population. ISF Phytosanitary Affairs

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Balancing Innovation and Farmers’ Rights: The Role of Plant Variety Protection

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ISF Board Member Mary Ann Sayoc, former President of the Philippine Seed Industry Association and current Group Head for Partnerships and Alliance at East-West, participated in the Second Global Symposium on Farmers’ Rights held in Manila, Philippines, on 16-19 September, representing the private seed sector at this international gathering organized by the FAO International Plant

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ISF Tree & Shrub Working Group Advances Global Cooperation in Tree Seeds

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Dehradun, India — The ISF Tree & Shrub (TAS) Working Group held its Annual Meeting on 26 to 28 August 2025 in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, at the foothills of the Himalayas. Hosted by ISF member Horticultural Impex, around 20 participants had the opportunity to experience the region’s rich forest biodiversity while visiting the Indian Forest Research

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ISF Joins Asia-Pacific Regional PVP & Biodiversity Consultation

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Tokyo, Japan — The International Seed Federation (ISF) participated in the Asia and Pacific Seed Association (APSA) 2025 Regional Plant Variety Protection (PVP) and Biodiversity Consultations in Tokyo, contributing to high-level discussions on Essentially Derived Varieties (EDVs) and their role in fostering innovation within plant variety protection systems. ISF was represented by Lorelei Garagancea, Intellectual

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ISF Highlights International Seed Movement at Inaugural Peruvian Seed Congress

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ISF was honored to contribute to the inaugural Peruvian Seed Congress, held on 21-22 August 2025  in Arequipa, Peru. The event was organized by the National Institute of Agrarian Innovation (INIA) and the Catholic University of Santa María de Arequipa, with support from the Peruvian Seed Association (APE Semillas). Representing ISF, Dr. Rose Souza Richards,

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ISF joins the 14th Meeting of the Ad Hoc Open ended Working Group to Enhance the Functioning of the ITPGRFA Multilateral System

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The 14th Meeting of the Ad Hoc Open ended Working Group to Enhance the Functioning of the International Plant Treaty (ITPGRFA) Multilateral System (MLS) was held in Lima, Peru on 7-11 July 2025. ISF, as the voice of the global seed industry, was represented by Jasmina Muminovic, Chair of the ISF Coordination Group – Genetic

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ISF Joins 1st Asia-Pacific Plant Breeding Innovation Consultation

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The Asia and Pacific Seed Alliance (APSA) hosted its first-ever Plant Breeding Innovation (PBI) Consultation this week in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It brought together policymakers, researchers, and seed industry leaders from 14 countries across the region. The consultation was a partnership between APSA, the American Seed Trade Association (ASTA), CropLife Asia, Canada Grains Council, ISF,

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ISF Signs MoU with IAAS to Increase Youth Awareness about the Seed Sector

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At the 68th Annual Congress of the International Association of Students in Agricultural and Related Sciences (IAAS), held at ETH Zurich, Switzerland, ISF reaffirmed its commitment to empowering future agricultural leaders. In front of 50 IAAS representatives from 25 countries, ISF and IAAS formalized their partnership with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).

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