Breeding better tomatoes
What does it take to create the perfect tomato? We talk to Steve Schroeder, our head of tomato breeding for the USA and Spain.
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2022
Fighting viruses by innovative breeding
Viruses, such as the Coronavirus, have a serious impact on our lives. But viruses not only threaten humans, they also threaten plants – including those we eat. Viruses can be transmitted from one plant to another and although such viruses do not harm people, they can wreak havoc on a crop, significantly reducing yields. The Tomato Brown Rugose Virus (ToBRFV) is one of the biggest threats for growing tomatoes.
Maximilian Becker new head of BASF’s vegetable seeds business
Maximilian Becker (36) will take the lead of BASF’s global vegetable seeds business as Senior Vice President, operating in the market under the Nunhems® brand. As of October 1, 2022, he will succeed the current head, Vicente Navarro (61) who retires after 37 years of dedication to this business.
Strong pipeline of BASF agricultural innovations will benefit food security, climate and environment
BASF announces its ten-year outlook on agricultural innovations that support food security for future generations, while minimizing the impact of farming on the climate and the environment.
Fruit Logistica 2022
BASF presents new tasty and healthy vegetable innovations at Fruit Logistica 2022