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??#LegumeGeneration has held its 3?rd internal webinar?? dedicated to plant variety rights. ??The invited speaker Francesca Garbato, Euroseeds Manager Intellectual Property and Legal Affairs, shared the essential knowledge on this topic, specifically for breeders and researchers seeking a deeper understanding of plant variety rights. Topics covered in the webinar included: ? The concept of IP and its history ? The importance of IP for plant research and breeding ? Types of IP in plant research and breeding ? The concept of Plant Breeder's Rights ? The concept of Farm Saved Seed ? Latest developments in the IP landscape ? Euroseeds position on IP ?? The participants showed a lot of interest in this topic which sparked a lively discussion. ??https://lnkd.in/ezF2Bi43 #legumebreeding

Legume Hub is now on Bluesky! ???? Follow us there as well for fresh legume news and discussions: https://lnkd.in/dXU6EEza ?? #Legumes #ScienceCommunity #Bluesky #OpenScience??

#LegumeGenerationOutreach ??At the beginning of February, the Servicio Regional de Investigación y Desarrollo Agroalimentario (SERIDA) team shared their expertise with Master’s students in Plant Genetics and Breeding at the ECOLOGíA PLAGAS-UPV Universitat Politècnica de València, diving into the world of legume breeding. ??The students not only gained insights into real plant breeding programs but also discovered the #LegumeGeneration project and its activities! ??As part of the #LegumeGeneration project, SERIDA is contributing to the Phaseolus Bean and Pea Innovation Communities, working to enhance the breeding of six essential pulse crops—with Phaseolus bean and pea being two of them! #sustainableagriculture #foodsecurity #legumebreeding #EUBiodiversity #EUFarm2Fork #EUProteinStrategy

Great to see the successful start of the course on soybean production and processing in the framework of the SONIA-ProQ project bringing experts together and fostering education and knowledge exchange. We wish much success and fruitful collaboration for the course!

?? How does the unseen world beneath your feet impact your plate? The Sustainable Food Systems Network (SFSN) put a spotlight on the soil microbiome in its latest newsletter as part of the "Microbiomes in Motion" campaign! Though often overlooked, soil microbes are essential for plant health, soil fertility, and sustainable farming. This SFSN newsletter edition highlighted the #Microbiomes4Soy project, which is investigating how farming practices influence soil microbiomes and impact soya bean cultivation. Our goal? To develop microbiome-informed strategies for more resilient, sustainable agriculture. ?? Want to dig deeper? Sign up for the SFSN community to receive the next newsletter in this series, focusing on 'Microbiomes in Livestock and Aquaculture'. ?????? Register here: https://lnkd.in/eEi96-Pr? #SoilHealth #Microbiomes #SustainableFarming #AgriFoodInnovation #FoodSystems SciFoodHealth FOOD 2030 Networks

??#LegumeGeneration will be hosting its 3rd internal webinar?? dedicated to plant variety rights. ??Francesca Garbato, Euroseeds Manager Intellectual Property and Legal Affairs, will share the essential knowledge on this topic, specifically for breeders and researchers. ??https://lnkd.in/ezF2Bi43 #legumebreeding

???? A few spots are left at this unique course on soybean production and processing - get the details and grab yours today. https://lnkd.in/dpP3x5tC

??Join Us for the VI EUCARPIA Scientific Conference! ??26-28 May 2025 ?? Coimbra, Portugal ??We are excited to announce the VI EUCARPIA Scientific Conference on breeding to meet environmental and societal challenges. This event is organised with the support of various organisations and projects, including #LegumeGeneration. ??The conference will bring together researchers, breeders, seed companies, students, and stakeholders to explore innovative breeding strategies that address environmental and societal challenges in organic, low-input, and agroecological farming systems.???? ???With a special focus on breeding for organic and agroecology, the event will feature oral and poster presentations from experts across various disciplines and methodologies. ?? More information can be found here: https://lnkd.in/ey6SshhF #EUCARPIA2025 #sustainableagriculture #organicfarming #plantbreeding

Join the 6th edition of the monthly #ILS webinars this Wednesday, 12 February at 4pm CET! ? Diego Rubiales from the Institute for Sustainable #Agriculture (CSIC) will share insights about #legume breeding for #disease resistance and the use of wild relatives in #pea #breeding as a case study. ? Find more details and the participation link here ?? https://lnkd.in/dw68mptc

#LegumeGenerationOutreach ?? On World Pulses Day, the University of Basilicata team visited a local secondary school to inspire students about the power of pulses! ??They explored the vital role of Phaseolus beans, lentils, and other legumes in promoting crop diversity and strengthening global food security. ???? ??As part of the #LegumeGeneration project, UNIBAS is contributing to the Phaseolus Bean and Lentil Innovation Communities, working to enhance the breeding of six essential pulse crops—with Phaseolus bean and lentil being two of them! ???By fostering pulse diversity, we’re paving the way for a more sustainable, resilient, and nutritious future for all. #LovePulses FAO? #sustainableagriculture #foodsecurity #zerohunger #legumebreeding #EUBiodiversity #EUFarm2Fork #EUProteinStrategy