Seed borne infestation of insects and
diseases pose devastating consequences
to crop production. The concept of seed
treatment is the use and application of biological
and chemical agents that basically can control or
contain primary soil and seed borne infestation.
This helps to improve crop safety which in
turn leads to good establishment of healthy and
vigorous plants which results in better yields.
The benefit of seed treatment leads to increased
germination and ensures uniform seedling
emergence. As already seen it protects seeds
and seedlings from early season diseases and
insect pests thereby improving crop emergence
and growth. Treating seeds with Rhizobium
also enhances the nitrogen fixing capability of
legume crops and their productivity. Overall seed