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Innovative Seed Technology

Food and Nutrition

22 Oct, 2021

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Quick overview

Due to the change in the regulatory landscape, the materials used for the coating of seeds are rigorously controlled. The engagement helped the Client to explore various technologies and compositions to identify materials for seed coating. Additionally, the engagement helped in extending the client’s internal regulatory knowledge

Client success details

The support and insights delivered by FutureBridge helped the Client to explore biodegradable, functional materials for coating application. The technologies of allied segments resulted in identifying a wide range of solutions applicable for seed coating. We answered a number of questions for our client including:

Exclusion of microplastics has become the norm with a need for developing biodegradable ingredients.

What are the various biodegradable coating materials & technologies to protect and enhance the quality of the seed?
What are the novel biodegradable materials for biodegradable seed coating?
Who are the active players offering biodegradable functional ingredients? Which entities offer the shortlisted biodegradable seed coating solutions?
What are the EPA & ESA regulatory guidelines? What are the guidelines of OECD Seed Schemes?

FutureBridge conducted extensive desk research and expert consultations across the agriculture industry to help the client:

Evaluate the regulatory landscape for chemicals and evolving seed coating solutions
Identify the biodegradable materials that can be applied for coating of seeds

Due to the rising concerns about the negative effects of microplastics, companies are working towards a sustainable future. Biobased materials are the go-to option for their better biodegradable properties with a low impact on the environment.