Seed coating is a set of practices adopted to improve plantability and reduce losses from the treatment mixture, facilitating seed handling and increasing production efficiency. In addition, the method reduces environmental risks when compared to other alternatives.
The global seed coating market is growing rapidly. In 2023, the sector was valued at around USD 2.6 billion and is expected to reach USD 5 billion by 2032, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.27% during the forecast period[IMARC data].
This growth is driven by the growing demand for high-quality seeds and the ever-increasing search for sustainability in agriculture.
Benefits of seed coating
A specialist in seed coating techniques, Laborsan Agro works with special products in its portfolio, such as polymers and drying powders, as well as using encrusting and pelletizing technology.
In pelleting, the seeds are coated with a combination of products to form a layer that increases their size and weight, ensuring a uniform and smooth shape. Inlaying, on the other hand, is a similar process, but the main difference is that it only smooths out surface imperfections while maintaining the original shape of the seeds.
The use of polymers and drying powders in filming gives the seed greater resistance to abrasion (and consequently less loss of the protective film), a reduction in the harmful dust released from treated seeds, faster drying of the mixture and greater fluidity in the bagging and sowing processes, greatly improving plantability and reducing the number of double seeds and sowing failures.
"Seed coating technology has revolutionized agricultural practices. We already know how important seed treatment is, and with seed coating, this treatment is better protected and the sowing processes more assertive, contributing to a significant increase in productivity," says Milton Ribeiro, COO of Laborsan Agro.
The market is increasingly looking for certified companies to guarantee sustainability
In recent years, there has been a growth in the adoption of environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices, with funds dedicated to these criteria managing more than USD 50 trillion in capital since 2021, according to data released by Embrapa (Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation).
This increase reflects a growing demand for operations that respect the principles of sustainability and social responsibility, indicating a transformation in the priorities of investors and agribusiness companies. In addition, the increased concern with initiatives like these also has a market bias: it is becoming increasingly common for environmental certifications to be required for product exports, and it is therefore an essential strategy to ensure that Brazilian agribusiness continues to occupy a leading position in the sector worldwide.
Laborsan Agro stands out in the production and marketing of seed coating and coloring technologies for agrochemicals, and has certifications such as the Green Seal, which validates respect for the environment, from the acquisition of raw materials to the shipment of products, and ISO 9001:2015, which ensures higher quality in the delivery of products or services, focusing on the strategic management of a company.
"For us, the search for the world's most respected certifications in terms of sustainability and efficiency in the management of our processes is nothing more than a commitment to the future of national agribusiness. The world demands this attitude, not to mention how much the environment needs it and agribusiness is a sector that needs to lead the way," says Milton Ribeiro, COO of Laborsan Agro.
Our company has become increasingly established in the segment, relying on a strong research and development base to offer products that not only meet, but also anticipate market needs. This focus on quality and innovation allows us to offer advanced solutions that meet the specific needs of the agricultural market, both in Brazil and abroad.
