When you open a bag of Magnet Outdoors seed you’ll likely notice the vibrant colors—shades of white, blue, red, green, gray, pink and purple. These colors come from the specialized seed coatings called Seed Security which Magnet Outdoors applies to its seeds.
What Is Seed Security?
Seed Security plays a significant role in the performance of Magnet Outdoors products. While some people may try to downplay the value of seed coatings, Seed Security provides significant benefits and are a key part of Magnet Outdoors’ dedication to maximizing results.
Why Seed Security?
Seed Security is applied to raw seeds to enhance their performance. Seed Security can protect seeds before germination, promote healthy growth afterward, and improve overall results.
ARE SEED COATINGS ALWAYS BENEFICIAL?
Not always. Seed coatings are unnecessary if the growing environment is perfect—meaning the soil, nutrients, moisture, planting depth and other conditions are all ideal. However, perfect conditions are rare, and many factors are out of our control. That’s where Seed Security comes in—it reduces your risks and improves your likelihood of success.
MANAGING RISKS BEYOND YOUR CONTROL
Certain conditions, like low soil pH and inconsistent rainfall, can harm seedlings after planting. While soil pH can be adjusted before planting, rainfall is unpredictable. Seed Security can help protect against moisture shortages by improving the seeds ability to retain water.
Moisture plays an essential role in germination and early seedling development when plants are most vulnerable. Seed Security helps in three ways.
Proper Delayed Germination Until Moisture Is Sufficient
Seed Security helps prevent seeds from germinating until there is enough moisture in the soil to sustain growth. This reduces the risk of seeds sprouting prematurely and dying from a lack of moisture.
1. Mini-Reservoirs For Water Retention
Seed Security includes an absorbent material which retains moisture and keeps it near the seed. It can hold up to 200 times its weight in water and replenishes moisture by drawing it from the surrounding soil, helping provide a steady supply even in drier conditions.
2. Improved Seed-to-Soil Contact
Proper seed-to-soil contact is crucial for moisture absorption and growth. Seed Security increases the surface area of seeds, enhancing their ability to connect with the soil and absorb moisture effectively.
Additional Benefits for Legume Seeds
For legume seeds, Magnet Outdoors includes specific inoculants in Seed Security which facilitate nitrogen fixation—a process vital for healthy growth.
CONCLUSION
When choosing a food plot product, it’s not about how many seeds you plant but how many plants thrive. Seed Security is just one of the many things Magnet Outdoors does to help ensure your food plot’s success. Seed Security reduces risk, enhances performance, and helps you achieve the best possible results.