Join us for an inspiring webinar showcasing the future of plant breeding innovation! Seed retailers will gain exclusive insights into cutting-edge research and practical advancements from the recipients of the 2025 Canadian Plant Breeding Innovation Scholarships. With support from 11 industry-leading sponsors, these scholarships highlight the next generation of talent shaping agriculture in Canada.
Here’s whom you’ll hear from and what you’ll learn:
- Jared Bento (University of Manitoba): Discover how DNA data and machine learning are revolutionizing resource allocation for canola breeding, offering faster, more precise results for farmers and breeders alike and reducing reliance on field trials.
- Isabella Chiaravallotti (McGill University): Learn about the transformative potential of genomics-assisted breeding through empirical studies and machine learning applications that can accelerate progress without sacrificing quality.
- Quinn Sturby (University of Saskatchewan): Explore the power of UAV-based digital phenotyping to predict yields and optimize breeding programs, advancing efficiency and precision.
- Todd Hyra (SeCan): Todd will evaluate each student’s work and explain the significance for retailers in the grand scheme of things.
Why tune in?
This webinar offers seed retailers a glimpse into how emerging technologies and brilliant minds are paving the way for more sustainable, profitable, and efficient plant breeding practices. Gain a competitive edge by understanding the innovations that are shaping the future of agriculture. Don’t miss this opportunity to be inspired and informed by Canada’s brightest young plant breeding innovators!
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