Warmenhuizen, The Netherlands
September 1st, 2020
>> Bejo introduceert verbeterde coating en nieuwe kleur voor biologisch zaad
We are pleased to announce the introduction of the improved coating and new colour for our organic seed.
During the past period we have been working on a new colour coating for our organic seed with the aim to make it clearly distinguishable from our non-chemically treated seed. The new organic coating will become yellowish and will be launched this month. Our non-chemically treated seed coating will remain white.
In line with our conventional seed, we will transition both the new yellowish organic coating and the white non-chemically treated coating to our new sustainable coating recipe (as communicated in September 2018). This is made of natural materials that decompose completely. It also has a shorter drying time, which helps to preserve the seed’s vitality and cuts energy use. The new coating is approved by the organic certification bodies.
To make this transition Bejo had to invest in complete new coating machinery. The coating reacts slightly differently per crop, so we did extensive testing on the right machine settings in applying and drying to achieve the correct results and to deliver the desired Bejo quality.
This process is carefully and successfully executed in close collaboration with our research department and suppliers.
The production of organic seeds with the new coating will start in September 2020. During the phaseout period, customers may receive organic seed with a white or yellowish coating until December 2022.
The advantage of seed coating in general is that it ensures a smoother seed surface and less dust development from the seed, resulting in improved sowability. A coloured coating also makes the seed more visible in the soil.
Bejo organic seed and non-chemically treated seed are both premium-quality products. These seeds have undergone highly advanced cleaning, sizing and physical treatment processes. They provide growers with the best starting material for cultivating healthy crops in a sustainable way and ensure reliable harvests.
Organic – RIGHT from the START
Sustainable cultivation with a high yield, exceptional product quality and – ultimately – healthy and tasty food; it all starts with the best seeds of the best varieties, RIGHT from the START.
Over the years Bejo has invested considerably in its organic processes, infrastructure and assortment, contributing to a sustainable supply chain that starts with organic seed. And we will continue to do so. With organic seed we stand together at the base of a sustainable and healthy food chain, for ourselves as well as for future generations. As a family business we strongly believe in this approach as it is in line with our core values: taking a long term perspective, innovation and respect for people and nature. With over 20 years of knowledge development and experience within organic, Bejo now offers a continuously growing assortment of 50 organic crops and more than 190 organic varieties. Top quality organic seed suited for local conditions and requirements.
For some time now, there has been a need in the market to be able to visually distinguish our organic and non-chemically treated seed. And now the time has come!
New colour
As of September 2020, Bejo has introduced a new organic coating with a yellowish colour. Our non-chemically treated seed remains white, so that both can now be clearly distinguished from each other.
Improved coating
In line with our conventional seed, we will transition both the new yellowish organic coating and the white non-chemically treated coating to our new sustainable coating recipe (as communicated in September 2018). This sustainable coating is made of natural materials that decompose completely. It also has a shorter drying time, which helps to preserve the seed’s vitality and cuts energy use. The new coating is approved by the organic certification bodies.
To make this transition Bejo had to invest in complete new coating machinery. The coating reacts slightly differently per crop, so we did extensive testing on the right machine settings in applying and drying to achieve the correct results and to deliver the desired Bejo quality. This process is carefully and successfully executed in close collaboration with our research department and suppliers.The production of organic seeds with the new coating will start in September 2020. During the phaseout period, customers may receive organic seed with a white or yellowish coating until December 2022.
Seed coating
The advantage of seed coating in general is that it ensures a smoother seed surface and less dust development from the seed, resulting in improved sowability. A coloured coating also makes the seed more visible in the soil.
Bejo organic seed and non-chemically treated seed are both premium-quality products. These seeds have undergone highly advanced cleaning, sizing and physical treatment processes. They provide growers with the best starting material for cultivating healthy crops in a sustainable way and ensure reliable harvests.
About Bejo
Bejo is an internationally leading company specialized in the breeding, production, processing and sales of quality vegetable seeds. With operations in more than 30 countries and over 1,800 employees, we are dedicated to offering the best service and developing the best vegetable varieties for the present and the future - Exploring nature never stops.
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