Seed Scoop, October 2025
10/28/2025
The October 2025 edition of Seed Scoop is here! This month, we thank all seed stakeholders for speaking up on SRM, invite you to attend your Branch AGM and plan for #CSGA2026. Don't forget to provide feedback on industrial hemp isolation requirements and finalize your digital seed crop certificates in…
Letter from the Executive Director
09/25/2025
The CFIA’s Seed Regulatory Modernization Policy Paper is out — and your input is crucial. CSGA has analyzed all 52 proposals — 40 we fully support, 7 need more work, and 5 we cannot support — and now we need your voice. Submit your feedback before October 3, 2025, and…
September Seed Scoop
09/17/2025
September's Seed Scoop is packed with updates you won’t want to miss: add your voice to Seed Regulatory Modernization, learn about CSGA’s AI soybean appraisal pilot, share your input on hemp isolation requirements, and get harvest reminders to keep your crops certification-ready. Read more here.
Red, Yellow, Green: Canada’s seed overhaul is here
09/10/2025
CSGA supports 40 green lights, but some CFIA proposals need work. Farmers, your voice matters—speak up before Oct 3. Read the Seed World Canada article here.
Consultation on Industrial Hemp Isolation Requirements
09/08/2025
CSGA is inviting feedback on proposed revisions to the isolation requirements for dioecious and monoecious industrial hemp seed crops producing Foundation, Registered and Certified status seed, as outlined in Sections 10 and 11 of Circular 6. The consultation focuses on the minimum isolation distances required between inspected hemp seed crops…
Three Clicks to Shape Canada’s Seed Future
09/03/2025
Your input is critical—and we’ve made it easy to share your voice with policymakers. The CFIA has released its Seed Regulatory Modernization (SRM) Policy Paper and launched a consultation on 52 proposals that could reshape Canada’s seed system. Most proposals align with CSGA’s vision, but some need adjustments to protect…
Doug Miller Talks Seed Modernization with RealAg
08/28/2025
Executive Director Doug Miller speaks with RealAg's Shaun Haney about Seed Regulatory Modernization (SRM). Seed plays a pivot role in and is the start so many critical Canadian Ag value chains. To keep Canada and Canadian farmers competitive, we need a modern and responsive seed system. The Canadian Food Inspection…
CSGA’s perspectives on the CFIA’s SRM Policy Paper
08/19/2025
The CFIA has 52 SRM proposals out for feedback (open until Oct 3). We support: CSGA taking on more day-to-day administration activities, creation of a Seed Sector Advisory Committee, using Incorporation by Reference, and red tape reduction. Key gaps remain: the CFIA taking on more with potentially fewer resources (risk…
August 2025 Seed Scoop
08/11/2025
In this month’s Seed Scoop, find updates on the CFIA’s final SRM policy, our call for a national public plant breeding strategy, and CSGA’s shortlisting for a national governance award. We also share news of Doug Miller’s election as AOSCA President, plans for #CSGA2026 in Whitehorse, new e-transfer payment options,…
The CFIA Has Released its SRM Policy Paper
07/31/2025
Canada’s Seed Regulations Are Changing — Here’s What You Need to Know After five years of collaborative work, including eight task teams, two pre-consultations, and a new co-development model, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has released its Seed Regulatory Modernization (SRM) policy paper and launched a 65-day consultation period.…
