In this episode, we are joined by Nuria Urquía, Vice President of the CPVO, Dirk Theobald, Senior Advisor at the CPVO and Petra Jorasch PhD, Manager Plant Breeding Innovation Advocacy at Euroseeds.

During the podcast they discuss how Euroseeds supports innovative methods of plant breeding, the economic and environmental challenges of innovative plant breeding and future trends in this area.

In this episode we are joined by Niels Louwaars, Seeds Systems Specialist and Managing Director at Plantum.

Our conversation covers a range of topics, including:

• The work and collaboration between the CPVO and Plantum on projects that benefit plant breeders and farmers.
• Insights into the present and future of the agricultural and plant breeding sectors, with new challenges and opportunities on the horizon.
• Niels's long established career in this field and his advice for young professionals seeking a job in this industry.

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Antonio Villarreal, Secretary General of Anove, guide us into the association’s mission and its impressive impact on Spain’s agricultural sector. With members comprising private companies and public research centers, Anove plays a pivotal role in advancing plant breeding and innovation across various crops.

Francesco Mattina, President of CPVO, shares insights into the collaborative efforts and initiatives aimed at enhancing research and development within the industry.

🇪🇸 Discover how Spain's diverse climatic zones contribute to unique agricultural challenges and opportunities, and how entities like Anove and CPVO are pioneering efforts to adapt and thrive under extreme weather conditions.