Increase Student Engagement: Stimulate interest among students in seed science and technology;
Attract Young Talent: Raise awareness of career opportunities in the seed sector to encourage more young professionals to enter the field;
Infrastructure Enhancement: Maintain and improve research and education facilities in seed science and technology;
Unlock the Educational Potential for Young Professionals in Seed Science: Provide impactful opportunities for next generation professionals (BSc, MSc, PhD) through seed science-related classes, theses and internships;
Innovation in the Seed Industry: Foster innovations that can significantly benefit the seed industry;
Flexible Funding for Research: Enable ad-hoc investments in specific seed-related topics, allowing for the exploration of new technologies or concepts through discovery sprint projects;
Knowledge Transfer Opportunities: Facilitate knowledge transfer through events like the Dutch Seed Symposium, Master Class Seed Technology, and other educational courses, including presentations at scientific meetings, publications, and training for industry staff;
