ISTA Workshop on Germination and Vigour
Registration will be opened soon
| Date | 01.12.2025 - 05.12.2025 |
| Location | Angers |
| Country | France |
Information
Aim of the workshop
The aim of this workshop is to present theoretical aspects of germination and vigour testing (testing procedures, seed and seedling evaluation, quality assurance aspects) and practical application on different tests and species.
Workshop content
The workshop will consist of lectures and practical exercises. It will offer the opportunity for general discussion on germination and vigour testing, as well as for specific questions regarding testing procedures. A specific focus will be done on the control of the temperature specifications and on the incidence of the light used, especially during germination tests.
The ISTA Rules and the ISTA Handbooks will be discussed and used during the workshop.
Language of the Workshop is English
Preliminary Programme
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Objectives of the workshop
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Introduction to germination and vigour testing
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Lectures on validated vigour tests: ageing tests, radicle emergence test and electro-conductivity
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Practicals on germination and vigour testing
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Control of temperature and light
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Quality assurance aspects
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Preliminary list of tests and species for practicals:
- Germination tests on sunflower, soybean, beet, cereals and brassicas
- Conductivity tests on soybean and radish
- Radicle emergence on soybean, brassicas and maize
| Workshop Organiser |
International Seed Testing Association
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| Lecturers |
Alison Powell, Chair of the Vigour Committee Marie-Hélène Wagner, Member of the Vigour Committee Gillian Musgrove, Chair of the Germination Committee Sylvie Ducournau, Member of the Germination Committee Didier Demilly, Chair of the Proficiency Test Committee, in charge of temperature and light for seed testing in GEVES Staff of GEVES Germination laboratory: Valérie Blouin, Pierre Soufflet, Audrey Dupont |
| Participation fee |
ISTA Members: TBD |
The participation fee includes all literature and supporting material for the workshop, lunches, coffee breaks and workshop official dinner. It does not include accommodation or meals other than those specified.
The number of participants is a minimum of 25 and restricted to a maximum of 30 participants.
Registration and payment deadline is 3 November 2025
Please note:
For cancellations made before 3 November 2025 registration fees are refundable minus a 50 USD administration fee.
For cancellations made after 3 November2025 registration fees are non-refundable.
Accomodation recommendations
Guests may book directly with the hotel and will be responsible for payment of their own room, taxes and incidentals.
Travel & Visa Information
You may need a VISA and a Letter of Invitation for entry into France. For more information, please consult the Embassy of France in your country.
If you require an invitation letter, or for any additional information, please contact:
Andreea-Nicoleta Pinar
Email: andreea.pinar@ista.ch
The invitation letter will be issued by ISTA Secretariat only after payment of the registration fee.
Funding via the Young@ISTA Programme
Participants eligible to apply for support to attend this workshop under the Young@ISTA programme should view the funding criteria and download the application form here: Young@ISTA - International Seed Testing Association
Applications for funding close on Friday, 03 October, 2025