Introducing the first-ever NextGen Forum at Euroseeds2025

 

Date: Wednesday, 22 October 2025
Time: 09:30 – 12:00
Location: Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC) – The Exchange, 150 Morrison St, Edinburgh EH3 8EE, United Kingdom

A new space for the Next Generation

Euroseeds is proud to launch the very first NextGen Forum at our 2025 Congress in Edinburgh. This new initiative opens the doors of Europe’s seed sector to the next generation of talent.

The aim is simple but ambitious:

  • Inspire Master’s, PhD students and postdocs with insights into the diverse career paths within the seed industry.
  • Connect young academics with CEOs, directors, breeders, and technical experts in an open and informal setting.
  • Build bridges that may lead to mentorships, internships, and future career opportunities.

Who can participate

  • Up to 30 Master’s, PhD students, and postdocs from Edinburgh’s leading universities and from other universities across the UK in agriculture, plant breeding, plant genetics, and related disciplines.
  • Top-level industry representatives, from CEOs to heads of research and breeding departments, ready to share their experience and engage with students.

How to apply

Eligibility

  • Master’s, PhD students and postdocs in agriculture, plant breeding, plant genetics, and related fields.
  • Enrolled at one of Edinburgh’s major universities or at a university elsewhere in the UK.

Application Process

  1. Provide proof of enrolment to access the online registration form.
  2. Submit your application to erika.maugeri@euroseeds.eu,  including:
    • Name, university, and degree programme
    • A short motivation statement (Why are you interested in the seed sector?)
    • CV upload (to share with potential employers)

Selection

  • A selection panel will review your application; selected students will receive an official invitation and event details.

Timeline

  • Applications open: June–September 2025
  • Application deadline: September 2025
  • Confirmations: early October 2025

Be part of the first NextGen Forum

The NextGen Forum is a unique opportunity to step inside the European seed sector, meet its leaders, and explore career paths you may not have considered.

If you are passionate about agriculture, plant science, and innovation, this is your chance to connect with the people shaping the future of seeds!

We hope to see many of you in Edinburgh and kick off this journey together!