News and Opinion
Keeping you up to date with what's happening at Incotec around the world. Here you can find the latest news about our business, events, new product launches and seed industry insights.
OPINION: Why priming watermelon seeds helps to overcome cold stress
26 November 2025: Why priming with Promotor Watermelon can be a real asset for seeds planted at suboptimal temperatures. why priming with Promotor Watermelon can be a real asset for seeds planted at...
New watermelon priming to overcome abiotic stress
16 November 2025: Incotec's Promotor Watermelon priming gives faster more uniform germination at suboptimal temperatures.
Seed enhancement for Asia at ASC 2025
10 November 2025: Visit us at Booth SB-01 at the Asian Seed Congress. A team from Incotec is ready to discuss crop challenges and seed enhancement solutions for Asia at the Asian Seed Congress in...
OPINION: 3 Ways that coatings with additional benefits contribute to sustainable agriculture in Asia
6 November 2025: Seed coatings with additional benefits are part of a transition away from over use of fertilizer in Asia. They offer a practical, science-based solution that supports sustainable crop...
OPINION: Four ways to test effectivity of biologicals in seed treatment
22 October 2025: Discover the four best methods to use to test how effective your biological active will be when used in a seed treatment slurry.
OPINION: Innovations helping deliver Regenerative Agriculture
8 October 2025: No single innovation will deliver regenerative agriculture. But together—more precise chemicals, powerful biologicals, resilient seeds, and digital farming tools—create a toolbox that...
Ten trees for years of collaboration with Rijk Zwaan
2 October 2025: A sign has been placed in the courtyard of Rijk Zwaan’s Seed Connect Centre, where the trees are planted, making the long-standing collaboration between the two companies tangible.
Croda updates science based targets
30 September 2025: Sustainability is at the core of what we do. Our mother company Croda recently updated their Science Based Targets and approved Net Zero target. These updated targets underline...
OPINION: What is regenerative agriculture?
23 September 2025: How can regenerative agriculture restore ecosystems, improve soil health, and boost farm productivity? Learn key principles and industry insights.
Incotec lecture on AI transforming seed treatment
22 September 2025: Curious about how AI methods are transforming seed treatment? Find out during at Incotec’s lecture at the Seed meets technology trade fair on Sep 25, Zwaagdijk
New whitepaper on regenerative agriculture from Incotec and Croda
21 September 2025: With input from many experts in the field, the whitepaper discusses a wide variety of topics associated with regenerative agriculture and how they relate to the industry.
3 reasons to switch to MPF film coatings now
Why early adoption matters for product validation, internal readiness, and the well-being of people and planet—plus insights on PPP transition timelines and coating shelf life.
Upgraded facility in Argentina fully operational
28 August 2025: Full production is now enabled at the ugraded seed enhancement site in Argentina, marking our commitment to serving the Latin American agricultural market
OPINION: Four factors affecting the shelf life of sweet corn seed
19 August 2025: Sweet corn seeds in Asia-Pacific face short shelf life challenges, impacting germination and yield. Discover four critical factors—genetics, storage, environment, and post-harvest...
Speaker session at Seed Business 2025
12 August 2025: Europe is enforcing restrictions on intentionally added microplastics in seed treatments. What does this mean for the seed sector in Australia and New Zealand?
First edition of newsletter on microplastics and the seed industry
Learn how the seed industry is responding to the microplastics challenge, with insights on global regulation, biodegradability standards, and the anticipated costs of effective alternatives
Microplastic-free coatings for sunflower now available
Incotec launches its first microplastic-free coatings for sunflower seeds. This edition also explores EU regulations, seed safety, and the future of sustainable seed treatment.
Microplastic-free corn coating nears launch
Incotec’s first microplastic-free corn film coat is nearly ready. Learn about vegetable seed coatings, environmental impact, and polymer alternatives.
Microplastics regulation for seed sector: What's changing and when?
This edition of our newsletter, covers updated EU timelines for microplastics regulation. It also highlights Incotec’s progress on vegetable seed coatings and looks at global market readiness.
Biodegradability testing for microplastics: what you need to know
Explore biodegradability test methods and water-soluble polymer exemptions as outlined by ECHA. Learn how microplastics are defined and what’s next.
Euroseeds: Microplastic -free coatings for vegetables announced
At Euroseeds 2021 Incotec annouced development of microplastic-free seed coatings for vegetables. We also take a look at expected legislation and it's scope.
OPINION: How to successfully develop a biological seed treatment
5 August 2025: Case study describing the development of a biological seed treatment for forage seeds in collaboration with the customer.
Incotec workshop at Seed meets Talent
30 July 2025: Is work happiness the secret to attracting and keeping talent? On September 25, Ysabel Meppelink and Peter Cock, both Incotec Work Happiness Amabassadors, share how working year-round...
Microplastic-free film coats for vegetables one step closer
Incotec’s microplastic-free vegetable seed coatings are ready for sampling. Learn about testing methods, EU timelines, and country-specific updates.
Microplastics in focus with European seed businesses
Microplastics were topic of conversation at the World Seed Congress, We also look at certification, biodegradability testing, and the USA perspectives supply chain challenges, uncertainty of supply,...
EU draft on microplastics finalised
The EU finalised its draft amendment on microplastics, setting timelines for polymers and PPPs. Learn what’s excluded, what’s next and download a new publication.
REACH committee vote on microplastics
The REACH Committee voted to restrict microplastics, marking a key step in EU regulation. Learn what’s next and how it affects your business.
Microplastic restriction adopted
What does the restriction entail and what are the deadlines? This newsletter looks at the decision taken by the EU commission and what is happening in the sector to meet these challenges.
Microplastics ban: ISF and seed industry position
This newsletter focuses on the ISF's statement on microplastics, and discusses 3 things you need to know about microplastics
Code of conduct for plastics in the Agri-sector
The main topic of this newsletter is the new code of conduct for the agri-sector which was recently issued by the FAO. In addition, you will find the answers to three questions that are often asked...
25 years of seed enhancement in South America
22 May 2025: A quarter century of innovation growth and service positions Incotec to meet customer needs and the rising demands of the market in the region.
Incotec sponsors golf prize donation to charity
22 May 2025: Winners of the ISF golf tournament choose the charity to receive a 5000 euro donation from Incotec.
ISF and Incotec renew partnership
20 May 2025: Incotec formally commits to supporting ISF for the coming years by renewing the sponsorship contract for the ISF golf tournament.
Incotec at ISF World Seed Congress 2025
22 May 2025: A global team from Incotec was at the 2025 World Seed Congress. From the many meaningful conversations with industry peers, three prevailing themes stand out.
OPINION: Why priming is needed for X-ray upgrading
7 May 2025: Learn how seed priming supports the X-ray upgrading of seeds to maximize the number of useable transplants in a seed lot.
New production area in Argentina
16 April 2025: The new production facility enables 5 times more seed enhancement production capacity in South America
OPINION: The impact of salt stress on onion root formation
15 April 2025: Barry Hoff, Lead Research Scientists, Abiotic Stress Mitigation, discusses the effects of salt stress on onion growth and development and explores mitigation techniques.
Jonas Altoe Global Head of R&D
24 March 2025: As of March 1, Jonas Altoé is appointed Global Head R&D for Incotec. Jonas will also continue to manage the R&D team at Incotec headquarters in Enkhuizen.
OPINION: Navigating germination challenges in Asia in a changing climate
19 March 2025: The germination challenges tropical crops face due to climate change and how innovative solutions can help farmers succeed.
Huib Koerts new Sales Manager Vegetables in EMEA
18 March 2025: Huib Koerts will start as Sales Manager at Incotec on 1 April. He has 25 years of experience in the agricultural and seed sector. Huib will be responsible for all vegetable sales in the...
Seed enhancement for field crops at ASTA
9 December 2024: At the North American Field Crops Convention taking place in Florida (10-13 December), Incotec’s William Olson and Jeff Hein are eager to connect with customers and discuss the latest...
Most educational booth at ASC 2024
10 December 2024: Incotec awarded prize for most educational booth at ASC 2024. This year we showcased seed technologies that contribute to sustainabily achieving food security in Asia .
OPINION: How sustainable is seed priming?
5 December 2024: Seed priming is an effective technique, but how sustainable is it? Discover how different pre-germination techniques score on sustainability
Showcasing innovative solutions at ASC 2024
29 November 2024: A team from Incotec will be in Booth SB09 showing seed enhancements for Asia at the Asian Seed Congress 2024. Incotec Asia combines advanced technology with local expertise to...
OPINION: Priming seeds - DIY or outsource to a supplier ?
16 October 2024: What is the advantage of priming seeds in-house? Or is it better to outsource this work to a specialised service provider? Henry Bruggink, Senior Research Scientist, shares some...
Bruno Hoeltgebaum shares views in Seed World
8 October 2024: Bruno Hoeltgebaum, Business Director at Incotec, is one of the experts discussing regenerative agriculture in this second Seed World article on the topic.
New film coat for sunflower launched at Euroseeds
03 October 2024: Introducing the newest microplastic-free top performer. Disco Blue L-1523 was developed to meet customer requirements for an intense blue film coat.
OPINION: Does film coating affect seed performance?
01 October 2024: In the first of a series of articles, Carolina Pereira Cardoso discusses the benefits and challenges of seed film coating, and how it contributes to seed vigor and crop yield.
Incotec lecture at Seed meets Technology
10 September 2024: At Seed meets Technology on 24 September, Incotec’s Brechje Veerman and Chloé Martin will deliver a lecture on what regenerative agriculture is, and what it means from a seed...
OPINION: Rhizobia in sustainable ag: specificity is key
12 September 2024: Unlock the potential of rhizobia in sustainable agriculture. Learn how these bacteria aid nitrogen fixation and promote sustainable agriculture for the future.
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Microplastic-free seed coatings
Helping customers get ahead of the ban on miicroplastics in seed coatings, we are expanding our line of microplastic-free products for vegetables and field crops.
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