Exploring agricultural innovation at ASTA seed convention

Nov 30, 2023

The ASTA Field Crop Seed Convention is gearing up for an enlightening panel discussion as part of the Seed World Innovate Series. This first panel, "Changing the Game with Capital ‘I’ Innovation," scheduled for Dec. 7, promises to be an eye-opening session for those in the agricultural sector.

The seed industry is at the forefront of addressing global challenges such as feeding an ever-growing population, combating climate change, and managing land sustainably. This panel discussion will explore how innovation is key to overcoming these challenges. The focus will be on not just ideation but also the effective execution of innovative strategies.

Moderated by Aimee Nielson, editor of Seed World U.S., the panel boasts a lineup of esteemed industry leaders. These include Colin Steen of Legacy AgriPartners, known for his deep understanding of farmer needs; Myron Stine of Stine Seed Company, who has a rich background in crop science and marketing; and Ponsi Trivisvavet of Inari, who brings expertise in global agriculture management and innovative seed technology.

The discussion is poised to provide insights into the current state of innovation within the seed industry, the necessary tools and strategies for effective innovation, and a look at what the future holds for agricultural practices. This panel is a must-attend for anyone interested in the intersection of agriculture and innovation, providing a unique perspective on the evolving landscape of the seed industry.

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Video: Evolution of Beef Cattle Farming

The Clear Conversations podcast took to the road for a special episode recorded in Nashville during CattleCon, bringing listeners straight into the heart of the cattle industry. Host Tracy Sellers welcomed rancher Steve Wooten of Beatty Canyon Ranch in Colorado for a wide-ranging discussion that blended family history and sustainability, particularly as it relates to the future of beef production.

Sustainability emerged as a central theme of the conversation, a word that Wooten acknowledges can mean very different things depending on who you ask. For him, sustainability starts with the soil. Healthy soil produces healthy grass, which supports efficient cattle capable of producing year after year with minimal external inputs. It’s an approach that equally considers vegetation, animal efficiency, and long-term profitability.

That philosophy aligned naturally with Wooten’s involvement in the U.S. Roundtable for Sustainable Beef, where he served as a representative for the Colorado Cattlemen’s Association. The roundtable brings together the entire beef supply chain—from producers to retailers—along with universities, NGOs, and allied industries. Its goal is not regulation, Wooten emphasized, but collaboration, shared learning, and continuous improvement.