Activate Ag Labs is an independent seed technology company offering advanced research, testing, and commercialization support to the global agricultural industry. Ethical seed coating materials development helps improve sustainable agricultural practices and enhance crop yields. Independent from industry leaders, making it unique as a source of seed coating assessment, innovation, and testing services. With the renewed surge of interest in biostimulants, ranging from plant nutrients, to biopesticides, those looking at applications involving seed coatings may find themselves in uncharted waters.
We can bridge this gap using our unique equipment and processes, including imaging techniques, multi-spectral analysis, vigor measurement, and equipment to look at the survival of beneficial microbes. Research areas include benchmarking, and formulation support. Physical testing is offered in the areas of stability and safety, accelerated aging, speed of germination, cold stress, water stress, heat stress, TZ tests and phytotoxicity. As well as the more traditional areas of dust measurement, seed flow, abrasion resistance, plantability and coverage analysis. In addition, commercialization support for advanced seed coating products includes registration support, and product sourcing.
“With unique testing methods developed in-house and industry-leading lab technology, our innovative team is prepared to support diverse clients around the world.”