Training Seed Technology

The quality of seed is a key focus for every seed company and depends on many factors. This course provides the scientific background to understand various biological processes in seed production, seed treatment, storage, and germination.

Training Seed Technology

The quality of seed is a key focus for every seed company and depends on many factors.
This course provides the scientific background to understand various biological processes in seed production, seed treatment, storage, and germination. It also presents the latest developments in research and seed treatment.

Intended for:
Middle management of seed companies, plant nurseries, and related institutions working in seed technology, seed research, seed production, and quality control. Breeders who deal with (difficult) seed germination.

Goal:
Theoretical training in seed physiology and technology through lectures, demonstrations, and assignments. To become familiar with the latest results in seed technology research.

Program:

Seed physiology
Seed physiology practicals
Seed quality, vigour
Relationship between (seed) cultivation and quality
Seed technology research
Prevention of seed contamination by pathogens
Seed disinfection
Phytopathological research on seeds
Quality inspection
Advanced sorting techniques
Drying
Seed technological treatments
Seed quality and breeding
DNA and molecular markers

Participants’ own problems will be tested against theory.
Handouts will be provided for the material covered.

Instructors:
(Current and former) staff from Wageningen University & Research in Wageningen, Naktuinbouw, and companies.

Level:
The course is taught at a higher professional education (HBO-plus) level.

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