It’s that time of year when farmers are beginning to wrap up harvest and it’s important they handle any leftover treated seed properly.
As farmers across the United States drive to finish planting, it’s important to properly handle or dispose of any remaining or leftover treated seed. The American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) encourages farmers who have leftover seed to contact their seed company or dealer to find out about their policies and how to properly dispose of treated seed.
Seed treatments are increasing in popularity, but it is illegal for treated seeds to be in the grain supply, says Andy LaVigne, ASTA president and chief executive officer. “Some companies will accept returns of treated seeds or help you store them until next year,
while other companies have guidelines on how to properly dispose of them,” LaVigne says. “It’s best to keep the lines of communication open and follow protocol to prevent treated seeds from entering the grain trade.”
Here is a PDF from ASTA President & CEO Andy LaVigne that explains the issue in detail: DOWNLOAD HERE.
