Amalgamated Sugar Co. Sugarbeet Quality Improvement (SBQI) team showcases the research they are doing during the summer at the Amalgamated Sugar Research Field Day. Attendees include growers, crop consultants and industry personnel interested in the research SBQI is performing. This year some of the topics the SBQI team is looking at include; an official variety […]
The International Seed Federation (ISF) represents the interests of the professional seed industry at the global level. As quality seed is the first step in the production of food, its availability is central to agricultural production in many, if not all, nations. ISF’s mission is to facilitate the international movement of seed for sowing within […]
Precision seeders and automated transplanters are the industry buzz words these days as growers face the challenge of improving efficiency and productivity in their operations. Whether you are considering using mechanical transplanter methods such a Plant Tape or direct sowing with a precision seeder such as an air planter, selecting the right seed treatment will […]
In the last ten years, engineering advancements in sugarbeet planters have significantly improved seed spacing and emergence. Technical advancements have become more critical as plant populations, and seed cost has increased considerably. With high plant populations, it becomes more important to equidistantly space seed to minimize in row plant competition. It is equally important to […]
If you are in the process of planning your summer planting schedule, you may be trying to cut costs and ask yourself; why use seed treatments? Are seed treatments an input you can reduce to save money to help your profitability? Seed treatments such as priming, pelleting, and filmcoating are some of the lowest cost […]
As the world population continues to increase so does the need for social sustainability. As a subsidiary of AB Sugar network of business across the globe, Germains strives to be in alliance with AB Sugar’s Social Sustainability Values. Global Mind, Local Champions is framed within three pillars of sustainability: economic, social and environmental. Each of […]
In the last decade, new seed technologies have greatly improved sugarbeet stand establishment and plant spacing. Achieving the optimum population is the foundation when setting high yield goals. A thin stand will limit yield and quality potential. Too high of a population will increase harvest losses, in-row plant competition, and seed cost. By improving the […]
Representatives from Germains have been busy this winter season attending and exhibiting at organic agriculture events where we have been able to promote our organic seed treatments and network industry representatives. As a leading provider of organic seed treatments, we believe it is vital to attend and or sponsor events that support the organic agriculture […]
Germains is one of the world’s leading seed technology suppliers with facilities in the UK, the Netherlands, Spain, and North America. We work closely with partners, stakeholders and customers to ensure long-term, sustainable and profitable growth. Based in Europe and North America, the seeds we treat are distributed worldwide. Leading Seed Technology Supplier – What […]
Are you looking for spinach seed treatments for Verticillium or Fusarium? Our Sales Account Managers here at our Germains Gilroy location are receiving reports of an increase of infection for these diseases in spinach production throughout California. The incredibly warm mild winter may be playing a part in the rise of these fungal pathogens in […]
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