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New educational website developed by the American Seed Trade Association explores plant breeding innovation, gene editing


Alexandria, Virginia, USA
February 14, 2017

What is plant breeding innovation? What do plant breeders do? And what could the latest breeding techniques like gene editing mean for the future of agriculture and our society? Find answers to these questions and more at seedinginnovation.org -- a new educational resource developed by the American Seed Trade Association.
 
The plant breeding innovation micro-site is a multimedia platform that houses FAQs, a blog, plant breeder profiles, videos, one-pagers and other resources about the evolution--and future--of plant breeding. Visit www.seedinginnovation.org and follow @Better_Seed on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to learn more. 

Founded in 1883, the American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) represents over 700 companies involved in seed production, plant breeding and related industries in North America. ASTA is an effective voice of action in all matters concerning the development, marketing and movement of seed, associated products and services throughout the world. ASTA's broad membership offers varieties from alfalfa to zucchini and all production types including conventional, organic and biotech. We promote the development of better seed to produce better crops for a better quality of life.



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Website: http://www.betterseed.org/

Published: February 14, 2017

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