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.
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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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