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Audio only: GermiNation S2E4: The Future of Seeds Starts Here — Dr. Susana Goggi on Legacy, Leadership, and the Next Generation
Apr 14, 2026
45m 36s
Audio Only: GermiNation S2E3: The 80-Year-Old Startup: Jim Schweigert on Education, Agility, and Family Roots in the Seed Industry
Mar 3, 2026
21m 08s
From Seed to Certification: Becoming a Registered Seed Technologist - GermiNation S2E2 Audio Only -
Feb 2, 2026
28m 20s
GermiNation S1E2: The Seeds That Connect Us (Audio Only)
Nov 20, 2025
47m 44s
Risk, Research, and Return: Dr. Scott Heuchelin’s Path to Lead the ISU Seed Science Center
Jul 25, 2025
22m 57s
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| Date | Episode | Description | Length | |
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| 4/14/26 | ![]() Audio only: GermiNation S2E4: The Future of Seeds Starts Here — Dr. Susana Goggi on Legacy, Leadership, and the Next Generation | As she prepares to retire, Susana Goggi reflects on a remarkable career shaping the science—and the people—behind seed technology. In this episode of GermiNation, Dr. Goggi shares how she found her way into seed physiology, the evolution of the field, and why seed scientists are more critical than ever in the face of climate change and global food security challenges. From ensuring seed quality to understanding the full journey from breeder to farmer, she explains why seed science remains the foundation of agriculture—even in an era of AI and biotech. The conversation also highlights a pressing concern: while more students are entering the industry, fewer are pursuing careers in academia—creating a growing gap in training the next generation of seed experts. Plus, hear directly from Iowa State students as they share what excites them about the seed industry, what they’re looking for in their careers, and why mentorship and purpose matter more than salary. This episode is a powerful reminder that behind every harvest is a seed—and behind every seed is a scientist. | 45m 36s | |
| 3/3/26 | ![]() Audio Only: GermiNation S2E3: The 80-Year-Old Startup: Jim Schweigert on Education, Agility, and Family Roots in the Seed Industry | What does it take for a family seed company to thrive for more than 80 years in an industry increasingly dominated by global giants? In this episode of GermiNation, host Cindy Hicks sits down with Jim Schweigert, President of Gro Alliance and new Adjunct Instructor and an alumnus of Iowa State University’s Seed Technology and Business (STB) graduate program. Jim shares the story of Gro Alliance, a third-generation family business founded in 1941 on a small Wisconsin farm, and how the company has continued to grow by adapting, innovating, and partnering across the seed industry. Jim reflects on the value of continuing education in agriculture, explaining how combining real-world industry experience with advanced training helped him better understand the broader seed sector. He also discusses how Gro Alliance invests in employee professional development and why staying curious and engaged in industry learning is essential in a rapidly evolving global marketplace. The conversation also explores the realities of operating a smaller seed company alongside multinational corporations. Jim explains why collaboration between large and small companies is often key to success, and how independent seed businesses can leverage agility, long-term thinking, and customer-focused solutions to stay competitive. From the early days of planting just two acres of hybrid seed corn to becoming a global partner in seed production, the Gro Alliance story offers insights into leadership, legacy, and the importance of continuous learning in the seed industry. Tune in to hear how education, adaptability, and entrepreneurial thinking continue to shape the future of seed. GermiNation: where every great story starts with a seed. | 21m 08s | |
| 2/2/26 | ![]() From Seed to Certification: Becoming a Registered Seed Technologist - GermiNation S2E2 Audio Only - | What does it really take to become a Registered Seed Technologist (RST), and why does the credential matter more than ever? In this episode of GermiNation, we sit down with two leaders who know the RST journey inside and out: Jessica Blake, Seed Quality Labs Manager at the Iowa State University Seed Science Center, and Quinn Gillespie, President of the Society of Commercial Seed Technologists. Together, they break down the path to becoming an RST, from early training and hands-on experience to preparing for certification exams, and share practical advice for technicians just starting out. They also discuss how foundational skills in seed purity and germination testing build confidence, open doors across the seed industry, and support a career rooted in quality, accuracy, and trust. Whether you’re new to seed testing, considering certification, or mentoring the next generation of seed professionals, this conversation offers insight, encouragement, and a clear roadmap for growing your career in seed science. Because every great seed analyst starts somewhere, and the path matters. | 28m 20s | |
| 11/20/25 | ![]() GermiNation S1E2: The Seeds That Connect Us (Audio Only) | In this episode of GermiNation, We explore the seeds that connect us - we’re taking you to the Seed Savers Exchange annual conference and 50th anniversary celebration for conversations with leaders working to preserve and protect seed diversity: We talk to Bonnetta Adeeb – Founding member of Ujamaa Cooperative Farming Alliance and Ujamaa Seeds, on the importance of African Indigenous seeds. www.ujammaseeds.com Followed by Nicolas Enjalbert – CEO of SeedLinked, discussing groundbreaking research with USDA NIFA, Seed Savers Exchange, and thousands of farmers. www.seedlinked.com We finish the show with Linda Black Elk, an American Indigenous seed expert, sharing stories and wisdom about traditional foodways. www.natifs.org From ancestral knowledge to cutting-edge science, this episode celebrates the seeds that connect us all. | 47m 44s | |
| 7/25/25 | ![]() Risk, Research, and Return: Dr. Scott Heuchelin’s Path to Lead the ISU Seed Science Center | Today, we’re joined by Dr. Scott Heuchelin, the new director of Iowa State University’s Seed Science Center. An ISU alum with over 20 years of experience in seed health and global regulatory policy, Dr. Heuchelin returns to campus after leading international phytosanitary efforts at Corteva Agriscience. Now, he’s guiding the Center into its next chapter of innovation and global agricultural impact. Music courtesy of Let’s Roll Snowball. Find them on YouTube. | 22m 57s |
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