HOMEAfter five years of collaborative research and development, seed company Lidea and biostimulation specialist Agronutrition by DSG are pleased to announce the success of their technological partnership. Our collaboration has led to new seed-coating solutions for corn and cereals, designed to address the challenges facing European farmers: performance, profitability and the agroecological transition.
Because it all starts with the seed, investing in its potential means securing a successful harvest. Faced with current challenges around resilience, rising input costs and food sovereignty, Lidea and Agronutrition by DSG have chosen to pool their expertise in genetics, plant physiology and biostimulation.
This multi-year joint R&D effort has now resulted in a cutting-edge technology based on biofertiliser and biostimulant active ingredients.
This innovation will soon be rolled out across the European market through two solutions:
- a new-generation seed-coating technology marketed by Lidea for corn seeds;
- a biostimulant seed treatment (ST) developed and marketed by Agronutrition by DSG.
An R&D synergy to address challenges in the field
The development of this biotechnology stemmed from a shared observation: the need to provide European farmers with integrated solutions from the moment of sowing, to optimise plant nutrition, stimulate root development and improve nitrogen use efficiency throughout the crop cycle.
By combining a carefully selected bacterial consortium, a unique protein extract and a targeted nutritional complex, this innovation acts simultaneously on the soil, the root system and the crop’s metabolism. Development trials conducted by both partners have confirmed the robustness and consistency of this technological synergy under a wide range of soil and climate conditions.
“Our shared ambition was to design an integrated approach, starting from the seed, to enable more sustainable fertilisation that is less reliant on nitrogen inputs, while maintaining and improving crop establishment and yield performance,” said Céline Cauhapé, Head of Offer and Innovation at Lidea.
“This innovation is the culmination of several years of research by our R&D teams. It demonstrates our ability to turn scientific expertise into practical agricultural solutions, and to support our industrial and distribution partners in developing high value-added solutions for farmers,” said Christelle Rudelle, Technical and Commercial Manager for Seed Biosolutions at Agronutrition by DSG.
This long-term strategic partnership illustrates the commitment of Lidea and Agronutrition by DSG to the agriculture of the future, combining economic performance with environmental responsibility.
ABOUT LIDEA
At Lidea, we firmly believe that seeds are the foundation of the entire global food chain. For over 80 years, our commitment to agricultural research and genetic progress has enabled farmers to fulfil their essential mission: feeding the world.
As a company dedicated to farmers’ needs, Lidea offers a comprehensive range of high-quality seeds and tailored solutions to optimise farm profitability throughout the year. Our portfolio spans a wide range of crops: corn, sunflower, cereals, rapeseed, forage crops, soybean, sorghum and cover crops. Each variety is developed to meet the specific requirements of the food, feed and energy markets, combining high performance with sustainability.
Lidea press contact: Nathalie Salmon – Tel : +33 648.085.288 -nathalie.salmon@euralis.com
ABOUT AGRONUTRITION BY DSG
Founded in 1969, Agronutrition by DSG is a strategic partner in the agricultural sector. Our core expertise lies in mastering the interactions between mineral nutrition, plant physiology and soil biological activity.
Our business is driven by a constant focus on farm performance and profitability, while fully integrating social and environmental responsibility requirements.
This year, the De Sangosse Group (DSG) celebrates its 100th anniversary, a source of great collective pride for a company that has stood the test of time by adapting, innovating and remaining true to its roots and sustainable commitments.
Agronutrition by DSG press contact: Christelle Rudelle – Tel : +33 670 757 875 – c.rudelle@agro-nutrition.fr