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GEVES takes over management of new EU database for melon varieties
After 3 years of work involving 5 EU Examination Offices including GEVES, a new tool has been created and finalised […]

Training course: Use of molecular markers in DUS studies
We regret to inform you that the Workshop “Use of molecular markers in DUS studies” scheduled to take place in […]

First results of 2021 maize variety trials available on Varmaïs website
The first provisional summaries of the post-registration network have just been published: https://link.yvoir.fr/T/OFSYS/SM3/1443/2/S/F/17265517/2989655/ydCpwIJN.html It is also possible to consult the […]

ISPM 38: Reflection on the international movement of seeds
In the framework of the International Standard for Phytosanitary Measures n°38 “ISPM 38 “International movement of seeds”, the IPPC (International […]

Old vegetable varieties: a joint GEVES/SEMAE day to promote their maintenance
On 29 September, at the GEVES Brion station, representatives from seed companies involved in the maintenance and distribution of old […]

Launch of new Seeds and Plants for Sustainable Agriculture plan (SPAD): a new version of the plan for agro-ecology, climate change adaptation and food sovereignty
On 8 November 2021, the Minister of Agriculture and Food announced the new plan “Seeds and Plants for Sustainable Agriculture” […]

The germination laboratory begins its R&D season with the honours of the French Academy of Agriculture
The laboratory has been collaborating for a long time on research projects in partnership on the physiological quality of seeds. […]

News from the CTPS “Ornamental, Perfume, Aromatic & Medicinal Plants” section
The ‘Ornamental, Perfume, Aromatic & Medicinal Plants’ section (POPAM) was held on 8 October at GEVES in Brion. The section […]

Renovation works in the Germination Laboratory
The construction works wonctinue to improve health and safety conditions in the Germination laboratory. Following the renovation of the laboratory […]