Plant Breeders and seed companies, don’t miss this! Advance your crop generations faster with speed breeding. Plant breeders often need to grow several generations of a crop to develop a new variety. This process, especially from F2 to F5 or F6 generations, can take many years using traditional methods. But with speed breeding, this time can be reduced to just
Speed breeding is changing the way we grow and improve crops. It helps plants grow faster by using extended light hours (photoperiod) and controlled temperature, meaning we can grow 3 to 6 generations in a single year, instead of just one or two. What started with wheat is now being used in many other crops too. This is a huge
School of Speed Breeding (SoSB) The seed industry plays a crucial role in shaping agricultural productivity, yet seed companies face several practical and operational challenges that slow down innovation and market readiness. Let’s explore the core challenges seed companies face and how Speed Breeding can turn these into strategic opportunities with effective solutions. Challenge 1: Long Product Development Timelines Developing
School of Speed Breeding (SoSB) How Speed Breeding is changing the Seed Industry In farming, time is everything. Seed companies are required to give farmers better seeds every few years, seeds that grow faster, yield more, and survive changing climates. Developing better, faster-growing, climate-resilient seeds using traditional breeding can take 8 to 12 years. But with speed breeding, this timeline
School of Speed Breeding (SoSB), Institute of Horticulture Technology (IHT) “Time is extremely valuable, especially in farming where seasons, growth cycles, and harvests are time-bound” At the Institute of Horticulture Technology (IHT), we believe that the future of farming depends on timely innovation. In response to climate challenges and increasing global food demand, IHT has established the School of Speed
