Top 10 Seed Companies – 2023

In the vast realm of agribusiness, where innovation and technology have become indispensable, it is easy to overlook the humble yet crucial element that forms the foundation of this industry: the seed. Seeds are not just tiny capsules with the potential to sprout into plants; they represent the very essence of agriculture and the key to sustaining global food security. As we navigate an era marked by increasing population, climate change, and evolving consumer demands, it is imperative that we recognize the pivotal role seeds play in agribusiness and invest in their development and preservation.

The seed industry has witnessed remarkable advancements in recent years, thanks to the integration of cutting-edge technologies. Genetic engineering, precision breeding techniques, and biotechnology have opened new doors for developing superior seed varieties that exhibit enhanced traits. These advancements have facilitated the production of crops with improved yields, increased tolerance to drought and diseases, and higher nutritional value.

Despite the progress made, the seed industry faces certain challenges that warrant attention. Intellectual property rights, patent issues, and genetic resource ownership can hinder equitable access to seeds and hinder the development of small-scale farmers. Maintaining biodiversity and conserving traditional seed varieties is also critical to safeguarding genetic diversity and preserving cultural heritage.

Furthermore, climate change poses a significant threat to seed production and agriculture as a whole. Extreme weather events, shifting climatic patterns, and the emergence of new pests and diseases necessitate the development of climate-resilient seeds. Adaptation and resilience should be integral to seed breeding programs, with an emphasis on promoting agroecological approaches that prioritize natural resources and ecological sustainability.

As we stand at the crossroads of a rapidly evolving agricultural landscape, it is evident that the seed is the cornerstone of agribusiness. Seeds represent the hope for a sustainable and food-secure future. Nurturing their development, preserving genetic diversity, and leveraging technological advancements will empower farmers, drive economic growth, and combat the challenges posed by a changing climate. By investing in seeds, we invest in the well-being of our planet, our communities, and future generations

Seed & Grain - 2023

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Kanda Hemp

Kanda Hemp, a leading hemp seed supplier, is committed to making a lasting positive impact on U.S. growers blending world-class genetics with top-tier customer service

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We are a one-stop shop allowing clients to place orders, ensure stress-free delivery to their door, and receive all the necessary assistance. We run the whole process, and clients don't have to worry about a thing

Chengcheng Kokroo, Manager, Alex Wu, President and Terrance "Terry" Moran, Sales Director
Latham Hi-Tech Seeds

Latham Hi-Tech Seeds is a third-generation, family-owned company that markets hybrid seed corn, soybeans, and alfalfa under the Latham® brand name across the Upper Midwest. Since 1947, the Latham family name has stood for the latest genetics and highest quality seed

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As a family-owned business, we understand farmers – especially multi-generational family farmers – and help them address specific challenges like disease, weeds, or other pests

John Latham, President, Shannon Latham, Vice President, Chris Latham, CFO
New West Genetics

New West Genetics is on a mission to contribute solutions to global agricultural and food challenges. The Company is a global leader in creating premium, stable hemp seed genetics that are enhancedfor food, feed, and fibre applications to serve the growing population and its needs. The Company combines traditional breeding, modern genomics, and agronomic expertise to create non-GMO, proprietary hemp seed bred for high-yield, enhanced nutrition, and sustainable production, decreasing agriculture’s carbon footprint, and increasing soil and farm health.

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Our goal is to revitalize agriculture by providing premium hemp genetics that reduce risk, increase yield, and enable a more sustainable rotation option

Wendy Mosher, CEO & co-founder
Seitec Genetics

Seitec Genetics stands out in the agricultural industry with a four-pillar strategy that prioritizes localized and regional hybrids tailored to specific field conditions, diverse traits and genetics from various sources, proprietary testing methods, and high-quality seedlings that match growers' specific environments.

-See Seitec Genetics Profile

We are committed to delivering the best traits and genetics to meet the needs of our farmer customers. With our licensing agreements and internal genetics development program, we have maximum flexibility to provide tailored solutions for our customers

Dennis Bracht, President
Hartung Brothers

Hartung Brothers is a family-owned and operated agribusiness offeringa unique combination of expertise to support client needs through the product development pipeline. Hartung Brothers provides services in the early R&D stages, commercial hybrid production, seed treatment, and packaging across Hawaii and the Midwest
Seed World USA

Seed World USA facilitates comprehensive services for seeding by providing premium quality seeds nationally and internally at an affordable price. It offers various grass and plant seeds for golf courses, home lawns, home gardens, pasture lands, parks, schools, organic gardens, and landscape companies. It also provides pest control products like fertilizers, herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides
Deer Creek Seed

Deer Creek Seed is a vertically integrated, premium forage, turf, cover crop and wildlife food plot seed company. They take great pride in the quality of their seed, the integrity of their hard work and top-notch customer service. They manage with the understanding and belief that humanity has to have seed
Magno Seed

Magno Seed specializes in R&D Operations, Commercial Seed Production and Processing. Magno has operations in all key sugar beet growing areas in the United States
NorCal Seeds and Genetics

NorCal Seeds and Genetics or NSG for short has over 50 years of experience and expertise and is the leader in the field of modern cannabis breeding, cloning and stabilized seed production. NSG is a privately owned Northern California based genetic consulting company specializing in breeding cannabis and bringing commercial grade cannabis seed, and genetic IP to the world market
Pure Line Seeds

Pure Line Seeds develops and markets seeds of cauliflower, eggplant, beans, beetroot, carrots, and pepper for the processing market. Their primary focus is to provide a healthy environment for their seed crop so that it provides them with healthy seed
Kanda Hemp

Kanda Hemp, a leading hemp seed supplier, is committed to making a lasting positive impact on U.S. growers blending world-class genetics with top-tier customer service
We are a one-stop shop allowing clients to place orders, ensure stress-free delivery to their door, and receive all the necessary assistance. We run the whole process, and clients don't have to worry about a thing

Chengcheng Kokroo, Manager, Alex Wu, President and Terrance "Terry" Moran, Sales Director
Latham Hi-Tech Seeds

Latham Hi-Tech Seeds is a third-generation, family-owned company that markets hybrid seed corn, soybeans, and alfalfa under the Latham® brand name across the Upper Midwest. Since 1947, the Latham family name has stood for the latest genetics and highest quality seed
As a family-owned business, we understand farmers – especially multi-generational family farmers – and help them address specific challenges like disease, weeds, or other pests

John Latham, President, Shannon Latham, Vice President, Chris Latham, CFO
New West Genetics

New West Genetics is on a mission to contribute solutions to global agricultural and food challenges. The Company is a global leader in creating premium, stable hemp seed genetics that are enhancedfor food, feed, and fibre applications to serve the growing population and its needs. The Company combines traditional breeding, modern genomics, and agronomic expertise to create non-GMO, proprietary hemp seed bred for high-yield, enhanced nutrition, and sustainable production, decreasing agriculture’s carbon footprint, and increasing soil and farm health.
Our goal is to revitalize agriculture by providing premium hemp genetics that reduce risk, increase yield, and enable a more sustainable rotation option

Wendy Mosher, CEO & co-founder
Seitec Genetics

Seitec Genetics stands out in the agricultural industry with a four-pillar strategy that prioritizes localized and regional hybrids tailored to specific field conditions, diverse traits and genetics from various sources, proprietary testing methods, and high-quality seedlings that match growers' specific environments.
We are committed to delivering the best traits and genetics to meet the needs of our farmer customers. With our licensing agreements and internal genetics development program, we have maximum flexibility to provide tailored solutions for our customers

Dennis Bracht, President
Hartung Brothers

Hartung Brothers is a family-owned and operated agribusiness offeringa unique combination of expertise to support client needs through the product development pipeline. Hartung Brothers provides services in the early R&D stages, commercial hybrid production, seed treatment, and packaging across Hawaii and the Midwest
Seed World USA

Seed World USA facilitates comprehensive services for seeding by providing premium quality seeds nationally and internally at an affordable price. It offers various grass and plant seeds for golf courses, home lawns, home gardens, pasture lands, parks, schools, organic gardens, and landscape companies. It also provides pest control products like fertilizers, herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides
Deer Creek Seed

Deer Creek Seed is a vertically integrated, premium forage, turf, cover crop and wildlife food plot seed company. They take great pride in the quality of their seed, the integrity of their hard work and top-notch customer service. They manage with the understanding and belief that humanity has to have seed
Magno Seed

Magno Seed specializes in R&D Operations, Commercial Seed Production and Processing. Magno has operations in all key sugar beet growing areas in the United States
NorCal Seeds and Genetics

NorCal Seeds and Genetics or NSG for short has over 50 years of experience and expertise and is the leader in the field of modern cannabis breeding, cloning and stabilized seed production. NSG is a privately owned Northern California based genetic consulting company specializing in breeding cannabis and bringing commercial grade cannabis seed, and genetic IP to the world market
Pure Line Seeds

Pure Line Seeds develops and markets seeds of cauliflower, eggplant, beans, beetroot, carrots, and pepper for the processing market. Their primary focus is to provide a healthy environment for their seed crop so that it provides them with healthy seed