INCOTEC to open seed technology unit in Itaberá, SP, Brazil

On June 5th INCOTEC will be opening its first local franchise seed technology unit, INCOTEC Itaberá. This high-tech facility, will provide INCOTEC seed technology services and products for large field crops like soybean and wheat. Initially, the following services will be available: the application of additives and actives using sophisticated seed coating technology; packing; and quality testing in the field of germination, vigor, HPLC, dust-off and plant ability.

 The customer will have the opportunity to decide what treatment his seed will need so that the choices are optimal for the specific growing conditions in his field. INCOTEC technology is well known for its high quality and consistent results.

Mr. Gerard Vrolijk, General Manager of INCOTEC Brazil commented: “The opening of this unit, based on a new and unique franchising concept, is a first step to enable us to better reach and serve the market demand for high-quality seed technology products and services. In the near future, we expect to set up more of these local service units where growers, seed companies, retailers and suppliers of actives and additives will have access to top quality seed technology with innovative products and services. This will allow the market to combine genetically strong varieties with a wide range of seed treatments using INCOTEC seed technology”.

The units will be set up to conform to INCOTEC’s high standards with state-of-the-art equipment and infrastructure, and well-trained and educated personnel.