Illinois Foundation Seeds, Inc. (IFSI) is a leading research, product development, licensing and production company serving the seed industry. 

Field Crops Division was established with the alliance of the IFSI Dent corn business and Seed Genetics, Inc. licensing business in 2003.  Field Crops specializes in dent corn research, licensing, and production.

The IFSI Sweet Corn Division is focused on research, development, and distribution of a robust portfolio of proprietary sweet corn genetics.

IFSI and Seed Genetics, Inc. were established in 1937 and 1988 respectively. 

Agriculture & Farming

Biotechnology

Illinois Foundation Seeds, Inc

Clinton Naugle

Charles Thompson

Stephen Filbert

Selena Virden

The Agricultural Research and Development team at Illinois Foundation Seeds, Inc. is dedicated to advancing crop genetics and improving seed performance for both sweet corn and root vegetables. Through collaborative research and innovative breeding techniques, the team aims to enhance crop yields, nutritional value, and pest resistance, ultimately supporting the broader goals of the Field Crops Division and contributing to the seed industry’s growth and sustainability.

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