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Join Us at ISF World Seed Congress 2024

We’re delighted to invite you to join our delegates at the ISF World Seed Congress, taking place in Rotterdam, Netherlands 27th-29th May, 2024. As a proud sponsor of this important industry event, Germains is poised to discuss our innovation in seed technology and cultivate collaborations to foster a sustainable tomorrow. Here’s a preview into what […]

The Vital Role of Agronomists in Advancing Seed Treatment Innovation

In the realm of agriculture, where innovation meets practicality, the role of agronomists stands out as indispensable. Did you know Germains North America now has two Agronomists on our team? We are thrilled to have the support and expertise of our Commercial Agronomist, Jesus Camacho and R&D Agronomist, Margherita Zavatta. Among their many responsibilities, supporting […]

Seed Treatments for Phytosanitary Regulations

Mexico Export Compliance: Seed Treatments for Phytosanitary Regulations

Exporting seeds to Mexico requires compliance with strict phytosanitary requirements set forth by SAGARPA, The Secretariat of Agriculture and Rural Development, Mexico’s agriculture ministry. Meeting these requirements can pose challenges for seed export, especially transit delays that may jeopardize seed quality if left in poor storage conditions at customs facilities. Germains Seed Technology offers seed […]

Field Trials Across the US Demonstrating Remarkable Stand Improvement with Ultim-ST

Organic growers cultivating corn, chickpeas, and peas have reason to celebrate as recent field trials in multiple states reveal exceptional results with ultim-ST. Developed as the ultimate solution for combating Pythium spp. and Metalaxyl-Resistant Pythium spp., this non-biological organic fungicide seed treatment has demonstrated remarkable stand improvement and yield potential. 2023 Ultim-ST Field Trial Locations […]

Black rot seed disinfeciton

Black Rot Seed Disinfection is Now Available

Black rot is a seed-borne disease that affects plants in the Brassicaceae family, including vegetables such as cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, and kale. The disease is commonly known as black rot but is caused by the bacterium Xanthomonas campestris pv. Campestris. This devastating pathogen can survive in infected seeds and plant debris. The first tactic for […]

Jean Paul Geelhoed

Welcoming Jean-Paul Geelhoed as EU Head of Commercial Horticulture

We are pleased to welcome Jean-Paul Geelhoed as our European Head of Commercial Horticulture. As the European Head of Commercial Horticulture and member of Germains’ European Leadership Team, Jean-Paul will manage the Commercial-, Marketing-, and Customer Service, teams. “Jean-Paul has an extensive background in the seed and agriculture industry, having worked for Apeel Sciences, Bayer, […]

Agnieszka Szkurlat Appointed as Business Director for Europe

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Agnieszka Szkulat as the new Business Director for Europe. In this role, she will lead Germains’ European Business, covering all key European markets and facilities in the UK, the Netherlands, and Spain. Ms. Szkurlat is a passionate advocate for always being open to new opportunities. Having spent […]

Amalgamated Youth Sugarbeet Program

With roots dating back to 1897, Amalgamated Sugar Company strives to stay on the cutting edge of all things sugar. To ensure future generations will continue to be involved with the industry and to encourage future talent to seek careers in the industry, they offer the Amalgamated Youth Sugarbeet Program. The Amalgamated Youth Sugarbeet Program […]