Seed Treatment and Responsible Use

Seed growth is a prerequisite to successful crop establishment and high yields. Biotic and abiotic stresses are challenging factors that may delay or hamper seed germination and compromise its fitness. Seed treatment comprises one of the most effective methods to enhance and support seed germination, combating faced stresses and enabling healthy crop emergence and development.

Seed treatment constitutes an integral part of crop protection and refers to the application of chemical substances and/or biological organisms to seeds intended for agricultural use to combat or repel plant pathogens, insects, nematodes or other pests that can be harmful to seeds, seedlings or developing plants. Product label should be followed thoroughly for the safe handling of treated seeds.