What environmental factors should I consider when planting treated seed?
How do I handle treated seeds safely?
What should I do with unused treated seed?
“The Guide to Seed Treatment Stewardship” is the product of industry-wide collaboration between seed companies, seed treatment providers and universities – and it draws from data collected worldwide. Its purpose is to provide farmers and seed companies with critical information and up-to-date guidelines for managing treated seeds effectively to minimize the risk of exposure to non-target organisms – like pollinators, water supplies, and animals.
There’s no question that today’s seed treatments are enabling America’s farmers to realize greater yields, healthier crops and higher revenues than ever. At the same time, precision seed treatment technology is reducing potential risks to the environment. But like farming itself, there’s a science to using treated seed successfully and in a way that maintains the delicate balance of nature.
“The Guide serves as an all-in-one resource that addresses every stage of a seed’s journey from treatment to planting – but it’s easy to understand and easy for farmers to refer to for answers to specific questions.”
– Andrew W. LaVigne, American Seed Trade Association
The Guide to Seed Treatment Stewardship is available online at www.seed-treatment-guide.com where information on the following aspects of seed treatment can be found:
• Safe Use of Seed Treatment Products and Safe Handling and Transport of Treated Seeds
• Environmental Stewardship
• Selection of Treatment Products
• Commercial Application of Seed Applied Technology
• Treated Seed Labeling
• Storage of Seed Treatment Products and Treated Seeds
• Planting of Commercially Treated Seed
“Continuous advancements in seed applied technology have led to the increasingly precise use of crop protection products. This guide outlines how all of us in agriculture can help minimize any potential risk and better protect the environment along the way.”
– Jay Vroom, CropLife America
Accessible via computer or smartphone, the site features both an online interactive Guide and a downloadable version.
Also included on the site will be:
• A Seed Guide Glossary
• Answers to Frequently Asked Questions
• An exhaustive List of Resources with links to state and regulatory offices, state and national agriculture associations, and many other educational sources.
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DISCLAIMER
The Seed Treatment Stewardship Guide is intended solely as an educational tool and as general guidance to assist product users in voluntarily developing and implementing stewardship practices related to the use of seed treatments and treated seed. This Guide is intended to serve as a reference document only. Entities may choose to refer to the entire Guide or specific sections of the Guide as appropriate. The guidance is intended to be flexible, and its application will differ according to the products involved and size, nature and complexity of the organization using the guidance. The Guide is representative and not exhaustive.
It is the responsibility of any user of this document to consider that user’s specific circumstances in 1) developing a stewardship plan specific to its business; and 2) meeting any applicable legal and regulatory requirements. This Guide is not intended as, and should not be construed as, legal advice or a substitute for a user’s own individual understanding of applicable legal requirements. Regulatory requirements may be issued or revised by government agencies after the publication date of this Guide. Users are advised to consult with their legal counsel and/or contact the appropriate regulatory agency or agencies to ensure compliance with applicable requirements.
The Guide does not define or create legal rights or obligations, and the American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) and CropLife America (CLA) specifically disclaim any such rights or obligations. ASTA, CLA and their respective members do not make any warranties or representations, either expressed or implied, with respect to the accuracy or completeness of the information contained in this Seed Treatment Stewardship Guide; nor do they assume any liability of any kind whatsoever resulting from the use of or reliance upon any information, procedures, conclusions or opinions contained in this Guide.
