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Method and apparatus for priming seed

US6421956B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateNov 6, 2000
Grant dateJul 23, 2002
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Expiry dateNov 6, 2020

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA01C1/02
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Method and apparatus for treating seed (5) with a fluid, in particular water, involving the use of a fluid-containing gas, whereby seed is brought into contact with a gas having a controlled fluid content and the seed is kept in contact with the gas over a defined period whilst direct contact between the seed and the fluid in liquid form is substantially precluded.

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