Sevita Genetics is the independent research and breeding division of Sevita International. It is one of the leading developers of soybean varieties in North America with a specific focus on Canadian production zones.
With over 30,000 lines evaluated annually and later-stage commercial products being tested in their relevant local markets across Canada, only the best varieties are selected to join our top-notch lineup. Varieties are carefully selected for optimal performance with a focus on yield, disease tolerance, and adaptability across our growing regions. Our close affiliation with international end-use customers allows us to make informed decisions about future soybean needs and find the next high-demand variety with solid performance in the field.
ONGOING SOYBEAN INNOVATION WITH SEVITA GENETICS
Our skilled breeding team creates varieties that will maximize the net return for the Canadian farmer through agronomic performance and high-value marketing opportunities.
Through a close affiliation with the export team, the breeding program can make more informed decisions regarding new lines and shorten the timeline to commercialization for Canadian producers.
Evaluating and Researching Thousands of Lines
The Sevita Genetics breeding program is one of the largest in Canada with over 30,000 products under evaluation every year with later-stage commercial products being tested in many locations throughout Canada.
The scope of this program creates numerous opportunities to find the next leading variety with solid agronomy and food quality characteristics. Rigorous testing in many locations throughout Eastern Canada helps to identify stable, high-performing varieties for the range of Canadian growing conditions and maturities.
Your Sevita Genetics Advantage
- Proprietary conventional and traited varieties
- Independent breeding program
- World-class technology
- Renowned breeding expertise
The Science of Variety Selection
- Performance
- Trait enhancement and confirmation using DNA markets
- Food and end-user evaluations
- Protein and oil analysis
- Other traits with economic benefits
Weed resistance and disease pressure are evolving targets. Developing varieties that address both issues is critical to successful production. Sevita International is the primary partner for new varieties from Sevita Genetics and that puts Canadian farmers at the forefront of innovation.
Adding Value at Every Turn
- SCN resistance in many new varieties
- Developing new varieties with Rps genes alone and in combination, providing improved tolerance to phytophthora
- Developing food-grade varieties that provide the best combination of yield for the grower and processing yield for the end-user
- Developing high oleic varieties to benefit Canadian growers and improve consumer health
- Delivery varieties with herbicide tolerance traits like Roundup Ready 2 Xtend®, Enlist E3™ soybeans, XtendFlex®, and Roundup Ready 2 Yield®
- Ongoing research to provide performance in changing climatic conditions