"The coating of our seeds is now 100% sourced from organic materials and is biodegradable."

2025-06-26 00:00

Since June 2025, the coating applied to the seeds marketed by Sakata no longer contains microplastics. It is now 100% sourced from biological materials and biodegradable, in compliance with European regulations. The purpose of the coating is to adhere the active ingredients (fungicides or bio-stimulants) to the seed.

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