10 Best Plant Breeding Podcasts

1. Science Facts & Fallacies

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From CRISPR gene-edited embryos to GMO crops, biotechnology is revolutionizing medicine and farming. Scientists are increasingly able to make targeted genetic tweaks to humans, plants and animals to combat our most urgent global challenges—including hunger, disease, aging and climate change. Sadly, scientific misinformation spreads like cancer through social media and partisan blogs...MORE Hosts Cameron English, Kevin Folta
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2. Phocas Seed Cast

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Seed saving, plant breeding, gardening, farming
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3. Seeds of Tomorrow - A CPVO Podcast

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Welcome to 'Seeds of Tomorrow,' a podcast series brought to you by the Community Plant Variety Office (CPVO). In each episode, we explore the significant role of this European Agency in advancing agricultural innovation through the granting of intellectual property rights for new plant varieties across the EU. Our discussions feature a diverse range of guests, including international organization, economists, legal experts, farmers, breeders and scientists.Tune in, learn, and grow with 'Seeds of Tomorrow.'MORE Producer/Network CPVO (Community Plant Variety Office)
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4. StalkTalk

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Welcome to Stalk Talk , the official podcast of the Independent Professional Seed Association (IPSA). Dive into the world of seed industry innovations, trends, and challenges with experts and insiders who are shaping the future of agriculture. Each episode features in-depth discussions on topics ranging from cutting-edge seed technology and sustainable farming practices to market insights and policy updates. Whether you're a ag professional, a farmer, or just passionate about the seed industry, Stalk Talk offers valuable insights and engaging conversations to keep you informed and inspired...MORE Producer/Network Independent Professional Seed Association
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5. Modified

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Join me as we dig into a heaped serving of GMO crops through the lens of science, history, and culture. From the Victorian origins of plant genetics through to the genetically modified world we live in today. I'm Dr. Orlando de Lange and I'll be your guide as we explore true stories that just might change how you think about the past, present and future of food.MORE Estimated listeners
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6. The Cornelius Seed Podcast

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Plant it. Profit. It's not just a slogan - it's our mission. At Cornelius Seed, we provide industry-leading corn and soybean genetics, traits and service, so you may maximize your profits on every acre. Since 1935, we've been an independent, family-owned company. That's eight decades and five generations of performance excellence and agronomic know-how we will share with you via our podcast.MORE Producer/Network Cornelius Seed
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7. Cane Matters

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Podcast by Sugar Research Australia (SRA) - Formulating a Sweeter Future for Sugarcane. Hear from SRA experts, including specialists in plant breeding, pathology, entomology, and more - the driving forces behind research, development, and adoption in the Australian sugarcane industry. SRA's specialist team is dedicated to enhancing productivity, profitability, and sustainability, delivering world-class science, innovative solutions, and practical farming advancements for growers and millers.MORE Estimated listeners
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8. Experiments in Plant Hybridisation by Gregor Mendel (1822 - 1884)

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Gregor Mendel was an Augustinian monk in the St. Thomas monastery in Brno. His seminal paper 'Experiments in Plant Hybridization' presents his results of studying genetic traits in pea plants. It is the ground breaking work on inheritance, being the first to differentiate between dominant and recessive genetic traits. His work was long ignored and deemed controversial, however, at its rediscovery at the turn to the 20th century, it earned Gregor Mendel the title 'father of modern genetics'. (Summary by Availle)MORE Producer/Network LibriVox
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9. The Botanical Archive

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Documenting the legends of botanical history. From ancient landraces to modern classics, we open the vault on the genetics that changed the world.Join the Curator as we archive the evolution of the most influential plants on Earth. The Vault is Open.MORE Estimated listeners
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10. A World Through Monsanto's Lens

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A planet where science-driven agriculture feeds a growing population—where innovative seeds, fortified to resist pests and thrive in diverse climates, boost crop yields and empower farmers. A world where technology and collaboration erase hunger, with safe, efficient solutions bridging the gap between scarcity and abundance, all rooted in progress, productivity, and shared prosperity.MORE Estimated listeners
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