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Seed treatment composition and method

US5661103A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 23, 1995
Grant dateAug 26, 1997
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Expiry dateMay 23, 2015

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC05G5/40
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Seedling development is enhanced by applying to the seeds, for example corn and soybeans, a water-soluble, non-aromatic polyamino acid such as polyaspartic acid. Time to germination is decreased, and rate of seedling development is increased. The composition may be applied to the seeds with a liquid or solid carrier or in combination with other seed treatments, such as nutrients and pesticides.

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