One of the most rapidly changing parts of the seed industry is seed treatment. In addition to fungicide and insecticide options, there are many supplemental fertility options are available to add to your base treatment package. Adding nutrients to the corn seed treatment or even in the planter boxes, has shown to consistently improve yields across varying environments. While the addition of graphite and talc in the planter box may be categorized as a seed treatment or coating, their purpose is to improve the “flow” of the seed through the planters’ seed mechanisms, rather than directly impact crop growth and development.
On-Farm Trial Results of Flotegic GTM Seed Corn Treatment
Flotegic G corn seed treatment from GROWMARK, Inc. is a multi-functional replacement to graphite and talc in the planter box, containing nitrogen, phosphorous, manganese, and zinc. While allowing seed to flow smoothly through your planter systems, Flotegic G also provides vital plant nutrition needed to support the critical, early stages of crop growth. The dry-seed nutrients help increase root development early in the plant's life, promoting root growth and plant vigor. Plants are better able to withstand early season cold and water stress while progressing through the vegetative growth stage.
As shown in the latest MiField Yield Trial Report, corn response to Flotegic G was 3.4 bu/A better than the growers’ standard practices. In this 5-year consecutive trend analysis (2020-2024), Flotegic G was tested in 85 locations and demonstrated an average ROI of $13.38/A.
Seed Treatments on Your Farm
As all farmers know, conditions during each season play a major role in the profitability of any input, including seed treatments. The trending data reported in the MiField Applied Research Report is provided from trials on multiple farms and across multiple seasons, best illustrating the variability of the yield responses obtained from seed treatments across various environments. More than ever, with the many products on the market, and varying practices available, growers are conducting tests in their own soils, and in their local growing environments. Trial outcomes on your own farm provides for ongoing, tailored recommendations that work. View more MiField trial results and contact an FS Crop Specialist today to discuss if seed treatments can add value to your operation and ROI.