ALVIN, Texas, USA
February 3, 2026
RiceTec is proud to announce its feature on the Seed is Life podcast, produced by the International Seed Federation (ISF), a leading global organization representing the seed industry since 1924. The episode spotlights Dr. José Ré, Sustainable Ag Science Advisor for RiceTec, who shared insights on how seed innovation is driving sustainable food systems transformation.
During the discussion, Jose emphasized the critical role of the seed sector in advancing sustainability across the agricultural value chain. He highlighted direct seeded rice (DSR) as a key innovation that reduces water use, lowers greenhouse gas emissions, and improves resource efficiency, delivering positive environmental impacts while supporting farmers and global food security.
“This podcast offered a great opportunity to share with a larger audience the benefits of seed innovation, like RiceTec hybrid rice, highlighting the positive impacts new seeds are having on farmer’s wellbeing, food security, and the planet.” Ré said.
The episode underscores RiceTec’s commitment to leading innovation in sustainable rice agriculture and ensuring access to high-quality hybrid rice seed for farmers worldwide. This aligns with ISF’s mission to promote sustainable agriculture and food security through global collaboration. ISF works closely with international organizations to shape policies that impact the seed industry and strengthen the resilience of food systems.
Click here to listen to the full episode and learn more about RiceTec’s role in shaping sustainable rice production
Follow ISF and the Seed is Life podcast on social media: @InternationalSeedFederation
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