Texas A&M AgriLife diagnostics, research, outreach reduce risk
Protecting seed health is essential for reducing plant disease threats that can endanger the food and fiber system on a global scale.
The World Seed Federation reports that global seed exports netted $14.4 billion in 2019 and imports, $13.8 billion. Seeds contaminated at their origin or during transport can introduce invasive pathogens or pests, disrupt production, increase supply chain issues and cause devastating international economic impacts.