At Pioneer we often say, ‘What you seed is what you get,’ and we mean it.
Each bag of Pioneer® brand Seed features a QR code on the sticker which links directly to a portal on the Pioneer website.
The web link provides seed quality information for every batch of Pioneer® brand seed we issue.
By scanning the QR code on your next batch of Pioneer brand Seed, you can be assured you’ve purchased genuine Pioneer brand Seed that offers market-leading advantages in terms of genetic purity, germination rates and seed purity.
With the confidence of knowing you’ve purchased premium quality seed, you’ll be giving your next crop the best possible start.
Open the camera on your smartphone* and line up the QR code in the camera frame.
Follow the prompts to open the Seed Info page on the Pioneer website.
Open the camera on your smartphone* and line up the QR code in the camera frame.
Follow the prompts to open the Seed Info page on the Pioneer website.
*Some smartphones will require a QR code app.
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Seed quality characteristic |
Description |
| Genetic purity | First generation seed only. Inspected by trained production specialists to ensure crop isolation and hygiene. Management by professional seed growers under contract. |
| Minimum germination | 90% corn/canola; 85% grain; 80% forage |
| Minimum seed purity | 99.8% |
| Freedom from other seeds | Maximum tolerance 0.1% other seeds. Guaranteed tested free of noxious weeds seeds, including wild radish. |
| Herbicide tolerance | Field screening of all seed lots for tolerance to registered herbicide in selected herbicide systems such as Clearfield® or Roundup Ready®. |
| Seed size | All seed lots are conditioned and graded through sieves and on a gravity table to meet minimum requirements and uniformity. |
With dedicated and highly skilled team members located throughout Australia you can be sure of accessing the best local knowledge to help you maximise your investment in Pioneer® brand hybrid seed. Get in touch with your local Territory Sales Manager or Farm Services Consultant today.