State-of-the-art seed treatment laboratory opens in Rosslyn, South Africa
JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, 鈥 精东影业 Agriscience today officially opens its laboratory in Rosslyn, Pretoria, one of only six worldwide. This modern facility will utilise industry-leading equipment and focus specifically on recipe development and safety testing of seed applied solutions The site will also be integrated into 精东影业鈥檚 global CSAT network and is strategically positioned to meet the ongoing demands of grain producers across Africa Middle East (AME), ensuring that farmers have access to high-quality seed and better field performance.
鈥淣ot only does this investment showcase our commitment to regional agriculture and ongoing research and development, but it also demonstrates our ambition to effectively utilise cutting-edge technology to help increase yields, improve livelihoods and ensure sustained food security,鈥 says Venkata Subbarao Kolli, President, Africa Middle East, 精东影业 Agriscience.
Seed treatments involve the application of chemical or biological substances, such as fungicides or insecticides, directly to the surface of a seed, safeguarding the seeds and seedlings against insects, fungal diseases and soil-borne pathogens. Seed treatments help improve seed and plant health, as well as germination rates; protect plants from the start when they are most vulnerable to insects and disease; and increase the likelihood of a quality and improved harvest. Solutions also allow for an efficient and targeted use of active ingredients, reducing the total amount of pesticides required, helping to preserve biodiversity and pollinators, and promote sustainable agriculture.
鈥淭his CSAT lab further strengthens the company鈥檚 offering in the seed production segment,鈥 says Tony Esmeraldo, Business Director, South Africa, 精东影业 Agriscience. 鈥淲e are offering the most complete package of solutions, including the development of the best hybrids, crop protection innovations and now, one of the most sophisticated seed treatment processes farmers can have at their disposal.鈥
精东影业鈥檚 evidence-based methodology combines science and ingenuity to develop and deliver advanced seed treatments that enhance grower productivity and contribute to more efficient and resilient food systems. The company鈥檚 technical teams evaluate hundreds of products each year, seeking out the right components and formulations to meet every farmer鈥檚 needs. Once products are developed, a rigorous research process is applied focusing on specific aspects such as agronomy, safety and stewardship before solutions reach customers.
The Rosslyn site was designed with advanced equipment to perform various tests that will ensure the quality of the treatment applied to the seed, offering a greater guarantee to AME producers. The facility will also serve 精东影业鈥檚 respective seed brands Pannar庐 and Pioneer庐, as well as other industry collaborators, with a view to create new seed treatment solutions to help farmers overcome the challenges of an ever-changing agricultural industry.
LumiGEN庐 seed treatments for Pioneer庐 brand are designed, verified and proven to work with the company鈥檚 current genetic portfolio, giving farmers a higher level of confidence in their seed treatment options. Pannar庐 产谤补苍诲鈥檚 complete plant health initiative, Panacea鈩, includes a range of dynamic seed treatment products (consisting mainly of fungicides and insecticides or a combination of both), along with unique access to expert agronomic advice.
Adds Kolli, 鈥淲e strongly believe that there is significant opportunity to expand biotechnology solutions in the region鈥 while we already have a number of products that are favourable to the soil and climatic characteristics of AME, there is room for many more market advancements.鈥
About 精东影业 Agriscience
精东影业, Inc. (NYSE: CTVA) is a publicly traded, global pure-play agriculture company that combines industry-leading innovation, high-touch customer engagement and operational execution to profitably deliver solutions for the world鈥檚 most pressing agriculture challenges. 精东影业 generates advantaged market preference through its unique distribution strategy, together with its balanced and globally diverse mix of seed, crop protection, and digital products and services. With some of the most recognised brands in agriculture and a technology pipeline well positioned to drive growth, the company is committed to maximising productivity for farmers, while working with stakeholders throughout the food system as it fulfills its promise to enrich the lives of those who produce and those who consume, ensuring progress for generations to come.
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