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Seed growth

British Beet Research Organisation | BBRO Demonstration Days 2016

Between 21st-30th June, Germains attended the four British Beet Research Organisation (BBRO) Field Demonstration Days held at various locations around sugar beet growing areas in Wimblington, Garboldisham, Wymondham and Hibaldstow. Germains showcased both an innovation plot and a commercial stand at each of the events, which presented a great opportunity to talk to growers and […]

Sugar beet coating

Celebrating 50 Years of Seed Coating Success in the UK

Germains seed coating success in the American market was noted by British Sugar and in 1960 the company was invited to take part in cooperative trials against European competitors to determine the most appropriate seed coating for the UK’ sugar beet crops. After three years trialling, the Germains Filcoat pellet was considered to be the […]

Gathering Harvest Data | Germains Seed Technology Field Trials

The Process of Developing New Seed Treatments for Sugarbeet

Developing new products and technology is vital for any business’ long term success.  For 145 years, Germains Seed Technology continues to lead the seed industry by placing emphasis on new product development and diversifying our product portfolio so that we may continue to support our customer’s needs.  With R&D facilities in the US and Europe, […]

Supporting the Seed Industry through Education

Supporting the Seed Industry through Education

We at Germains Seed Technology believe that educating younger generations about seed technology and their relevance to the agriculture industry plays a vital role in supporting the industry’s future. When field trips are well executed, students who visit our facilities benefit greatly from hands-on experience. Such experiences may influence students to consider pursuing a career […]

Emergence trials

Strip Trial Emergence Update | 2016

Emergence counts have been completed at the majority of our strip trial sites that were drilled in late March across the Cantley, Newark, Wissington and Bury St. Edmunds areas. The showery weather that followed drilling has meant that these crops have not lacked moisture. Subsequently, we have seen evidence across the sites of consistent and […]

Drilling at Wisbech

Sugar Beet Strip Trial Update | 2016

In the United Kingdom, British Sugar operates four factories supplied with sugar beets grown from seeds treated with Germains’ seed technologies. Germains innovative R&D department have developed a range of new products and technologies that are currently in developmental and commercial field trials with trialling companies and growers. As part of our grower interaction Germains conducts […]

STIGA

Germains’ Netherland Employees Earn STIGAS Award

Remaining productive and happy at work continues to be a challenge for many companies worldwide. STIGAS objective is to help employers, employees and self-employed individuals who work within the Netherlands agriculture sector to achieve high standards of health and safety. By providing services such as risk assessments, machine safety and personal care practices. STIGAS strives […]

Polyselect

Polyselect® seed polymers | Frequently Asked Questions

Germains’ four factory locations in the UK, Netherlands, Spain and U.S.; offer an extensive range of seed technologies that include seed priming, pelleting, filmcoat and health that are applied daily to seeds shipped and grown around the world. However, there may be times when you would like to explore alternative options or seek a customised […]

World Map

Germains Launches New Website | Serving Customers Worldwide

Germains is proud to announce the launch of its new website germains.com. Our new website was specifically designed to be interactive, engaging and to make it easier for our customers to research and gather information about Germains’ seed technology solutions for your particular crops and cultivation practices. New Website Features Include… Information by Region Germains […]