ISF 2026: what we noticed in Lisbon

Beyond product development, 2026 was defined by key industry conversations. Three events stood out as particularly important in shaping our understanding of where the seed sector is heading.
What ISF 2026 showed about the future of the seed industry

Beyond product development, 2026 was defined by key industry conversations. Three events stood out as particularly important in shaping our understanding of where the seed sector is heading.
Photo Management: From Chaos to Clarity

In vegetable seed companies, photos are essential — they support trial assessments, fuel marketing materials, and strengthen sales conversations. Taking pictures is easy. Managing them is not.
Observation capture without need for manual report

By improving yields, lowering inputs, reducing labor, and minimizing environmental risk, seed technology in precision agriculture directly enhances farmer profitability. Moreover, advanced seeds and smart machinery reduce the risks posed by unpredictable climate conditions and market fluctuations.
Role of seed technology in precision agriculture – part II

By improving yields, lowering inputs, reducing labor, and minimizing environmental risk, seed technology in precision agriculture directly enhances farmer profitability. Moreover, advanced seeds and smart machinery reduce the risks posed by unpredictable climate conditions and market fluctuations.
Role of seed technology in precision agriculture – part I

Smallholder farmers form the backbone of agricultural production in much of the developing world. Globally, more than 450 million smallholder households—most cultivating less than two hectares—are responsible for producing a substantial share of the world’s food.
Seeds of Innovation: How plant breeding is reshaping agribusiness growth – part II

Smallholder farmers form the backbone of agricultural production in much of the developing world. Globally, more than 450 million smallholder households—most cultivating less than two hectares—are responsible for producing a substantial share of the world’s food.
Seeds of Innovation: How plant breeding is reshaping agribusiness growth – part I

Smallholder farmers form the backbone of agricultural production in much of the developing world. Globally, more than 450 million smallholder households—most cultivating less than two hectares—are responsible for producing a substantial share of the world’s food.
From The Netherlands to Madrid – Two events, one shared spirit of innovation

Smallholder farmers form the backbone of agricultural production in much of the developing world. Globally, more than 450 million smallholder households—most cultivating less than two hectares—are responsible for producing a substantial share of the world’s food.
Innovation at the Heart of the Seed Industry – A recap of Seed Meets Technology 2025

Smallholder farmers form the backbone of agricultural production in much of the developing world. Globally, more than 450 million smallholder households—most cultivating less than two hectares—are responsible for producing a substantial share of the world’s food.