In the dynamic world of seed innovation, every breakthrough matters. Some solutions, however, distinguish themselves by combining proven efficacy with a sustainable approach. Since 2018, Integral® Pro has earned the trust of oilseed rape growers across Europe, safeguarding several million hectares annually and consistently delivering excellent results. Building on this legacy of success in oilseed rape, Integral® Pro is now available as a fungicide seed treatment for sunflowers. Growers can now benefit from the same robust disease protection, enhanced plant vigor and commitment to sustainability, setting new standards for sunflower cultivation throughout Europe.
The Power of Protection: Why Seed Treatments Matter
From the moment a seed is sown, it faces a barrage of challenges. Fungal diseases like Alternaria, Phoma and Botrytisthreaten to cause damping-off, compromise plant health and undermine yield potential. For sunflower growers, these pathogens are a direct threat to productivity and profitability.
Science at the Core: How Integral® Pro Works
At the heart of Integral® Pro is the power of nature unlocked through science. The active ingredient, Bacillus amyloliquefaciens MBI600 is applied as a flowable concentrate. It rapidly colonizes the seed shell and rootlet within days of sowing, creating an early biological shield, dramatically reducing the risk of disease establishment.
But Integral® Pro doesn’t stop at defense: its innovative biological mode of action goes beyond simply blocking pathogens. MBI600 bacteria produce natural antifungal components that disrupt the life cycle of harmful fungi ensuring the plant’s energy goes into growth, not fighting off infection. This active fungicide protection empowers sunflower crops to reach their full genetic potential.
Integral® Pro, through its colonization and fungicidal capacities, creates a healthy environment around the seedlings, promoting robust early growth and resilience. From the moment of emergence, sunflower protected with Integral® Pro demonstrate greater plant strength, enhanced vigor and the ability to achieve higher yields.
Proven Efficacy:
Field trials conducted across European Union countries from 2022 to 2024 have demonstrated the remarkable efficacy of Integral® Pro. Compared to reference seed treatments, Integral® Pro consistently delivered:
- Excellent control of Alternaria and Phoma for reliable disease protection
- Proven efficacy against Botrytis to safeguard early crop development
- Enhanced emergence and vigor for healthier, more productive crops
- Healthier root development for resilience under variable conditions
- Yield increase: observed average of +3.5 dt/hectare compared to untreated seeds
Compatibility and Sustainability: Rising to Today’s Challenges
Supplied as an uncolored flowable concentrate for fungicide seed treatment, Integral® Pro’s robust formulation makes it easy to use at every stage of commercial sunflower production: from application in seed processing facilities, to handling treated seeds in distribution or sowing. It also shows a best-in-class capacity to be combined with other seed treatments, with no negative impact on MBI600 spore viability.
Modern growers face evolving regulations, societal expectations and environmental responsibilities. As part of the BASF BioSolutions Portfolio, Integral® Pro is purpose-built to address these demands offering seamless integration with standard sunflower seed treatments and suitability for organic production systems, serving as a natural partner for growers.
As regulations tighten and consumer expectations shift, the seed sector must innovate to stay ahead. Integral® Pro represents the next generation of seed treatment, combining efficacy, ease-of-use and sustainability.
Giving Every Seed The Power To Do More
For sunflower growers across Europe, the message is clear: Integral® Pro offers more than just protection, it unlocks each seed’s potential and fosters growth. The future of seed treatment is here and now.
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