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SeedCon 2026

May 5–7, Potsdam, Germany

Conference Program and Sessions

SeedCon 2026

May 5–7, Potsdam, Germany

Conference Program and Sessions

SeedCon

May 5–7, Potsdam, Germany

Conference Program and Sessions

The First International Conference on the Seed Microbiome and Microbial Inheritance

Below is the full three-day program with sessions, keynotes, and focal points. Click the download button for a PDF copy of the agenda.

The First International Conference on the Seed Microbiome and Microbial Inheritance

Below is the full three-day program with sessions, keynotes, and focal points. Click the download button for a PDF copy of the agenda.

The First International Conference on the Seed Microbiome and Microbial Inheritance

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Day 1 – Origins and Inheritance

Kickoff with registration and coffee at 08:00, followed by opening remarks.

Session 1 foundational concepts of microbial inheritance, vertical transmission and evolution, with a keynote, invited talks, and flash talks.

Session 2 seeds as microbial niches and ecological filters. After lunch, enjoy keynotes, invited talks, and collaborative poster sessions.

Session 3 cross-generation microbiome transmission, including impacts of domestication.

The day ends with a welcome reception at ATB. See the detailed timeline for talk slots, speakers, and networking.

Day 1 – Origins and Inheritance

Kickoff with registration and coffee at 08:00, followed by opening remarks.

Session 1 foundational concepts of microbial inheritance, vertical transmission and evolution, with a keynote, invited talks, and flash talks.

Session 2 seeds as microbial niches and ecological filters. After lunch, enjoy keynotes, invited talks, and collaborative poster sessions.

Session 3 cross-generation microbiome transmission, including impacts of domestication.

The day ends with a welcome reception at ATB. See the detailed timeline for talk slots, speakers, and networking.

Day 1 – Origins and Inheritance

Kickoff with registration and coffee at 08:00, followed by opening remarks.

Session 1 foundational concepts of microbial inheritance, vertical transmission and evolution, with a keynote, invited talks, and flash talks.

Session 2 seeds as microbial niches and ecological filters. After lunch, enjoy keynotes, invited talks, and collaborative poster sessions.

Session 3 cross-generation microbiome transmission, including impacts of domestication.

The day ends with a welcome reception at ATB. See the detailed timeline for talk slots, speakers, and networking.

Day 2 – Function, Application, and Translation

Session 4 insights into seed microbiome functions, supporting plant growth, immunity, and resilience.

Session 5 breeding innovation, synthetic communities, and bioinoculant strategies.

Session 6 real-world translation from research to field application, with a keynote on technology transfer.

The industry roundtable brings together companies and researchers to discuss innovations in sustainable agriculture.

Networking continues at the conference dinner in the evening. Download the full agenda for session details, timing, and speakers.

Day 2 – Function, Application, and Translation

Session 4 insights into seed microbiome functions, supporting plant growth, immunity, and resilience.

Session 5 breeding innovation, synthetic communities, and bioinoculant strategies.

Session 6 real-world translation from research to field application, with a keynote on technology transfer.

The industry roundtable brings together companies and researchers to discuss innovations in sustainable agriculture.

Networking continues at the conference dinner in the evening. Download the full agenda for session details, timing, and speakers.

Day 2 – Function, Application, and Translation

Session 4 insights into seed microbiome functions, supporting plant growth, immunity, and resilience.

Session 5 breeding innovation, synthetic communities, and bioinoculant strategies.

Session 6 real-world translation from research to field application, with a keynote on technology transfer.

The industry roundtable brings together companies and researchers to discuss innovations in sustainable agriculture.

Networking continues at the conference dinner in the evening. Download the full agenda for session details, timing, and speakers.

Day 3 – Ecology, Evolution, and Futures

Session 7 co-evolution and environment, featuring early-career voices. The Seed Microbiome Working Group moderates the session with keynotes and invited talks.

Session 8 shaping the research future with a collaborative workshop on experiment design and priorities. Engage in World Café–style discussions.

The program concludes with synthesis and closing remarks for community reflection and next steps in seed microbiome science.

Day 3 – Ecology, Evolution, and Futures

Session 7 co-evolution and environment, featuring early-career voices. The Seed Microbiome Working Group moderates the session with keynotes and invited talks.

Session 8 shaping the research future with a collaborative workshop on experiment design and priorities. Engage in World Café–style discussions.

The program concludes with synthesis and closing remarks for community reflection and next steps in seed microbiome science.

Day 3 – Ecology, Evolution, and Futures

Session 7 co-evolution and environment, featuring early-career voices. The Seed Microbiome Working Group moderates the session with keynotes and invited talks.

Session 8 shaping the research future with a collaborative workshop on experiment design and priorities. Engage in World Café–style discussions.

The program concludes with synthesis and closing remarks for community reflection and next steps in seed microbiome science.

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SeedCon 2026

May 5–7, Potsdam, Germany

Conference Program and Sessions

SeedCon 2026

May 5–7, Potsdam, Germany

Conference Program and Sessions

SeedCon

May 5–7, Potsdam, Germany

Conference Program and Sessions

The First International Conference on the Seed Microbiome and Microbial Inheritance

Below is the full three-day program with sessions, keynotes, and focal points. Click the download button for a PDF copy of the agenda.

The First International Conference on the Seed Microbiome and Microbial Inheritance

Below is the full three-day program with sessions, keynotes, and focal points. Click the download button for a PDF copy of the agenda.

The First International Conference on the Seed Microbiome and Microbial Inheritance

Below is the full three-day program with sessions, keynotes, and focal points. Click the download button for a PDF copy of the agenda.

Download Program as PDF

Download Program as PDF

Download Program as PDF

Day 1 – Origins and Inheritance

Kickoff with registration and coffee at 08:00, followed by opening remarks. Session 1 foundational concepts of microbial inheritance, vertical transmission and evolution, with a keynote, invited talks, and flash talks.

Session 2 seeds as microbial niches and ecological filters. After lunch, enjoy keynotes, invited talks, and collaborative poster sessions. Session 3 cross-generation microbiome transmission, including impacts of domestication.

The day ends with a welcome reception at ATB. See the detailed timeline for talk slots, speakers, and networking.

Day 1 – Origins and Inheritance

Kickoff with registration and coffee at 08:00, followed by opening remarks. Session 1 foundational concepts of microbial inheritance, vertical transmission and evolution, with a keynote, invited talks, and flash talks.

Session 2 seeds as microbial niches and ecological filters. After lunch, enjoy keynotes, invited talks, and collaborative poster sessions. Session 3 cross-generation microbiome transmission, including impacts of domestication.

The day ends with a welcome reception at ATB. See the detailed timeline for talk slots, speakers, and networking.

Day 1 – Origins and Inheritance

Kickoff with registration and coffee at 08:00, followed by opening remarks. Session 1 foundational concepts of microbial inheritance, vertical transmission and evolution, with a keynote, invited talks, and flash talks.

Session 2 seeds as microbial niches and ecological filters. After lunch, enjoy keynotes, invited talks, and collaborative poster sessions. Session 3 cross-generation microbiome transmission, including impacts of domestication.

The day ends with a welcome reception at ATB. See the detailed timeline for talk slots, speakers, and networking.

Day 2 – Function, Application, and Translation

Session 4 insights into seed microbiome functions, supporting plant growth, immunity, and resilience. Session 5 breeding innovation, synthetic communities, and bioinoculant strategies.

Session 6 real-world translation from research to field application, with a keynote on technology transfer. The industry roundtable brings together companies and researchers to discuss innovations in sustainable agriculture.

Networking continues at the conference dinner in the evening. Download the full agenda for session details, timing, and speakers.

Day 2 – Function, Application, and Translation

Session 4 insights into seed microbiome functions, supporting plant growth, immunity, and resilience. Session 5 breeding innovation, synthetic communities, and bioinoculant strategies.

Session 6 real-world translation from research to field application, with a keynote on technology transfer. The industry roundtable brings together companies and researchers to discuss innovations in sustainable agriculture.

Networking continues at the conference dinner in the evening. Download the full agenda for session details, timing, and speakers.

Day 2 – Function, Application, and Translation

Session 4 insights into seed microbiome functions, supporting plant growth, immunity, and resilience. Session 5 breeding innovation, synthetic communities, and bioinoculant strategies.

Session 6 real-world translation from research to field application, with a keynote on technology transfer. The industry roundtable brings together companies and researchers to discuss innovations in sustainable agriculture.

Networking continues at the conference dinner in the evening. Download the full agenda for session details, timing, and speakers.

Day 3 – Ecology, Evolution, and Futures

Session 7 co-evolution and environment, featuring early-career voices. The Seed Microbiome Working Group moderates the session with keynotes and invited talks.

Session 8 shaping the research future with a collaborative workshop on experiment design and priorities. Engage in World Café–style discussions.

The program concludes with synthesis and closing remarks for community reflection and next steps in seed microbiome science.

Day 3 – Ecology, Evolution, and Futures

Session 7 co-evolution and environment, featuring early-career voices. The Seed Microbiome Working Group moderates the session with keynotes and invited talks.

Session 8 shaping the research future with a collaborative workshop on experiment design and priorities. Engage in World Café–style discussions.

The program concludes with synthesis and closing remarks for community reflection and next steps in seed microbiome science.

Day 3 – Ecology, Evolution, and Futures

Session 7 co-evolution and environment, featuring early-career voices. The Seed Microbiome Working Group moderates the session with keynotes and invited talks.

Session 8 shaping the research future with a collaborative workshop on experiment design and priorities. Engage in World Café–style discussions.

The program concludes with synthesis and closing remarks for community reflection and next steps in seed microbiome science.

Kickoff with registration and coffee at 08:00, followed by opening remarks.

Session 1 foundational concepts of microbial inheritance, vertical transmission and evolution, with a keynote, invited talks, and flash talks.

Session 2 seeds as microbial niches and ecological filters. After lunch, enjoy keynotes, invited talks, and collaborative poster sessions.

Session 3 cross-generation microbiome transmission, including impacts of domestication.

Kickoff with registration and coffee at 08:00, followed by opening remarks.

Session 1 foundational concepts of microbial inheritance, vertical transmission and evolution, with a keynote, invited talks, and flash talks.

Session 2 seeds as microbial niches and ecological filters. After lunch, enjoy keynotes, invited talks, and collaborative poster sessions.

Session 3 cross-generation microbiome transmission, including impacts of domestication.

Kickoff with registration and coffee at 08:00, followed by opening remarks.

Session 1 foundational concepts of microbial inheritance, vertical transmission and evolution, with a keynote, invited talks, and flash talks.

Session 2 seeds as microbial niches and ecological filters. After lunch, enjoy keynotes, invited talks, and collaborative poster sessions.

Session 3 cross-generation microbiome transmission, including impacts of domestication.

Session 4 insights into seed microbiome functions, supporting plant growth, immunity, and resilience.

Session 5 breeding innovation, synthetic communities, and bioinoculant strategies.

Session 6 real-world translation from research to field application, with a keynote on technology transfer.

The industry roundtable brings together companies and researchers to discuss innovations in sustainable agriculture.

Session 4 insights into seed microbiome functions, supporting plant growth, immunity, and resilience.

Session 5 breeding innovation, synthetic communities, and bioinoculant strategies.

Session 6 real-world translation from research to field application, with a keynote on technology transfer.

The industry roundtable brings together companies and researchers to discuss innovations in sustainable agriculture.

Session 4 insights into seed microbiome functions, supporting plant growth, immunity, and resilience.

Session 5 breeding innovation, synthetic communities, and bioinoculant strategies.

Session 6 real-world translation from research to field application, with a keynote on technology transfer.

The industry roundtable brings together companies and researchers to discuss innovations in sustainable agriculture.