The startup has developed a seed germination priming technology that utilizes bio-based stimulation processes to enhance the germination rates of agricultural seeds. By conducting pilot studies on seed lots, the company enables farmers to optimize seed performance and increase crop yields.
Funding
$460K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Traditional seed priming techniques often compromise seed viability, and seeds can be vulnerable to environmental stressors and phytopathogens, leading to inconsistent germination and reduced crop yields. Seed lots can also exhibit dormancy, further hindering uniform germination.
Solution
Seed In Tech offers Smart Priming, a bio-inspired, biosourced seed stimulation technology that optimizes seed lots by naturally activating biological processes within seeds. This innovative priming technology effectively removes germination blockers like dormancy, increases uniform germination, and improves environmental resistance. By boosting an embryo’s natural defense system, Smart Priming provides a new strategy in the fight against phytopathogens, improving seed and seedling health from the start and reducing post-emergence treatments. The technology improves seed storage duration, reducing pressure on production units.
Target Audience
Seed In Tech serves agricultural businesses, seed producers, and farmers seeking to optimize seed performance, enhance germination rates, and increase crop yields.
Features
- Bio-inspired priming technology that naturally activates biological processes within seeds
- Tailored Smart Priming adapts to specific requirements of species, variety, and seed lot
- Effectively removes germination blockers, such as dormancy
- Increases uniform germination and improves environmental resistance
- Boosts an embryo’s natural defense system to fight against phytopathogens
- Improves seed and seedling health from the start and reduces post-emergence treatments
- Improves seed storage duration
- Compatible with both conventional and organic farming