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American Seed Trade Association reiterates effectiveness and importance of seed treatments


Alexandria, Virginia, USA
March 26, 2014

American Seed Trade Association President & CEO Andrew W. LaVigne released the following statement in response to the Center for Food Safety’s report on the Value of Neonicotinoids in Agriculture:

“The use of seed treatment technologies by farmers, including neonicotinoid insecticide treatments, is an effective tool to provide the necessary protection of seeds for a strong, healthy start. Using seed treatments delivers a very precise application that shields seeds from the insects and diseases that exist in the soil during those early developmental stages. This protection ensures that the plant has a greater opportunity to grow a strong root system which is the foundation of a healthy, productive plant.

“In addition, seed treatments reduce the environmental impact of the production process by decreasing the number of spray applications of agrichemical products and lessen exposures to non-target species, including humans and the environment.

“There are several factors that farmers consider as they strive for a healthy sustainable field, many of which are out of a farmer’s control. However, using certain agrichemical products, such as neonicotinoids as a seed treatment, can guard against insect or disease damage during a plant’s most vulnerable developmental stages and help maximize the performance potential of each seed.”

Founded in 1883, the American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) is one of the oldest trade associations in the United States. Its membership consists of over 700 companies involved in seed production and distribution, plant breeding and related industries in North America. As an authority on plant germplasm, ASTA advocates science and policy issues of industry-wide importance.
ASTA’s mission is to be an effective voice of action in all matters concerning the development, marketing and movement of seed, associated products and services throughout the world. ASTA promotes the development of better seed to produce better crops for a better quality of life.



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Published: March 26, 2014

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