SEED IN TECH

Operating within the agricultural technology market, SEED IN TECH provides bio-inspired and bio-sourced seed stimulation technology to enhance crop production. The company was founded in August 2021 by CEO Dr. Frédéric Chauffour, scientific consultant Loïc Rajjou, and business consultant Hugues Dumas. This venture is the culmination of over 15 years of scientific research into seed biology and metabolic mechanisms at the Jean-Pierre Bourgin Institute, a joint effort by INRAE and AgroParisTech. Dr. Chauffour holds a PhD in Plant Physiology, while Loïc Rajjou is a Professor at AgroParisTech and a researcher at INRAE, bringing deep scientific expertise to the firm's foundation. Hugues Dumas contributes over 15 years of experience from the agri-food industry.

The core of the business is its proprietary, patent-pending "Smart Priming" technology. This process naturally activates biological functions within seeds to remove germination blockers, which leads to more uniform and rapid emergence. A key differentiator is its ability to improve seed resilience against environmental stresses and strengthen the natural defense systems of seeds and young plants, potentially reducing the need for post-emergence treatments. Unlike many conventional priming methods that shorten seed viability, Smart Priming allows for a storage duration of over a year, a significant logistical benefit for the global seed market. The technology is compatible with both conventional and organic farming and is customized for each specific seed species, variety, and lot.

SEED IN TECH serves key players in the agricultural sector, including seed companies and producers. Its business model revolves around providing services that optimize seed lots. This begins with a pilot study to test and demonstrate the technology's effect on a client's seed samples. Following a successful pilot, the company offers a tailored processing service to treat larger seed lots. The company has received multiple accolades, including winning the i-Lab Innovation Competition in 2021 and the SIVAL Silver award in 2022.

Keywords: agricultural technology, seed treatment, crop production, seed priming, germination, plant resilience, sustainable agriculture, bio-sourced technology, Smart Priming, INRAE, AgroParisTech, seed biology, environmental stress resistance, plant immunity, organic farming, seed viability, seed storage, crop yield, plant physiology, agtech, phytopathogens, seed enhancement, agricultural innovation, sustainable farming, crop science