Choosing and buying seed might sound simple: you buy a bag, you plant it and it grows. But not all seed is created equal. In reality, some seed will take off the moment it hits moisture, and some seed will sit there like it is waiting for a written i …
Whether to purchase coated or non-coated seed is a fair question that we answer often. The answer comes down to what kind of seed you are planting and the environment you are planting in, along with some other factors. Ultimately, seed coating helps i …
How important is a pedigree? A question we get from time-to-time at Missouri Southern Seeds is the difference between proprietary and common seeds, and whether the benefits really outweigh the costs. Well, it all depends on what you are looking for in …
Proper seed storage is key to maintaining the germination, vigor and vitality of the seed for next year’s crop. If you’re buying seeds in bulk and planning to store them, there are specific storage conditions the seeds will require. Many large seed co …
Packaged to perfection. What does that mean? We’re talkin’ seed. Did you know that any variety of seed is packaged to provide its own energy from the date it is planted?! This packaging system along with a few other factors play a key role …
Have you been racking your brain for why your seed isn’t growing at the rate you’d like it to be? The solution might be simpler than you thought. Let’s take it back to the basics and ask the question – is it my soil or is it m …
Choosing proprietary or common seeds may not seem like a big topic, but it’s affecting the quality of your planting season without you knowing.
The title may be a bit misleading, but it’s a big legume debate to Missouri Southern Seed! What are the benefits of both coated and non-coated, and what’s going to get you the end product you’re looking for? We’re here to find …
