GermiNation

GermiNation S2E10 Old Genetics, New Possibilies

October 19, 2026·41 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Could old seeds hold answers to agriculture’s newest challenges? Host Cindy Hicks joins ASTA President and CEO Andy LaVigne and Jord BioScience CEO Keri Carstens to explore USDA’s $180 million investment in the National Plant Germplasm System. Discover how America’s “living plant library,” paired with modern genomics and strong partnerships, could accelerate breeding, expand opportunities for seed companies of all sizes and help farmers grow more resilient crops.  This podcast is brought to you by Iowa State University Seed Science Center in partnership with Seed Today.

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