Modern agriculture requires an integrated approach to growing crops, and one of the key stages is seed treatment. It is the high-quality professional treatment of sunflower and corn seeds that ensures a strong start of the plants, helps to avoid losses in the early stages of growth and creates the basis for a record harvest.
Evrosem cares about every seed of its sunflower and corn hybrids, so all seed is subjected to powerful fungicide treatment that provides protection against the most common and dangerous diseases.
Fungicide treatment of Evrosem sunflower seeds
Each seed is treated with three proven fungicides that work in synergy to provide maximum protection:
1. Fludioxonil: Powerful protection against fungal infections
Fludioxonil is one of the most effective fungicides against a wide range of fungal pathogens that threaten seeds in the early stages of development.
How it works: Fludioxonil acts on pathogen cells at the stage of membrane transport. It disrupts the function of cell membranes, which leads to inhibition of the development of pathogens from the genus Fusarium and TiIletia. It is also effective against pathogens from the genera Altemaria, Ascochyta, Aspergillus, Fusarium, Helminthosporium, Rhizoctonia and Penicillium spp. that cause seedling diseases.
The result: A healthy start and minimal risk of infection.
2. Metalaxyl: Metalaxyl has a systemic effect, penetrating the seeds and protecting them from the inside.
The active ingredient accumulates in the roots and leaves of plants and moves to the young parts, providing both a protective and therapeutic effect.
How it works: Provides protection against root rot and powdery mildew, as it blocks RNA synthesis, which causes slower growth and impaired mitosis in cells.
The result: Strong root system and healthy seedlings.
3. Tyram: A contact barrier against diseases
Tyram creates a protective shell around the seeds that prevents pathogens from developing even under unfavourable conditions.
How it works: It neutralises pathogens in the soil by contact. Thiram does not penetrate into plants, its effect is limited to the surface, where it inhibits spore germination and mycelial growth on the surface. It also inhibits the activity of some important enzymes in pathogen cells.
The result: Guaranteed resistance even in difficult agro-climatic conditions.
Why is fungicide seed treatment important?
Disease protection: Reducing the risk of disease losses in the early stages of plant development.
Fast start: Healthy seeds produce strong and uniform germination.
Strong foundation for the harvest: The impact of pathogens is minimised, which helps to maximise the potential of the seed.
What else do Evrosem seeds receive?
In addition to fungicide treatment, all our sunflower hybrid seeds are additionally treated:
Insecticide to protect against pests.
Fertilisers for starter nutrition.
Growth stimulants that promote rapid development.
The treated seeds guarantee strong sowings that provide a large harvest! Choose Evrosem for maximum results on the field.