Clean Seed Innovation Leads to Precise Seeding Technology

(firmenpresse) - BURNABY, BRITISH COLUMBIA -- (Marketwired) -- 08/22/16 -- Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)

Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Science Terry Beech, on behalf of the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Lawrence MacAulay, today announced an investment of $1,825,000 to Clean Seed Agricultural Technologies Ltd. to support the commercialization, production and distribution of a new, high-precision seeder.

Precision seeding equipment, such as the new CX-6 SMART Seeder, uses sophisticated field/soil mapping technology which enables the farmer to apply precise amounts of seed, fertilizer and nutrients, at the right time, to maximize yields and reduce cost.

With this funding, six seeders will be produced and field tested on farms, in addition to upgrades of the production line.

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"Innovation and the environment are key priorities for the Government of Canada. This technology represents a new step forward in precision, no-till farming that will help farmers maximize their production and profits, while reducing their environmental footprint."

- Terry Beech, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Science

"The continued support by various government agencies over the years has played a meaningful role in our evolution. We proudly welcome the ongoing resolute financial support of our government to commercialize our Canadian designed and developed CX-6 Smart Seeder here at home and abroad."

- Graeme Lempriere, CEO, Clean Seed Agricultural Technologies Ltd.

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- Clean Seed Agricultural Technology Ltd.

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