General

CEEDS^TM is transforming the sugarcane planting process. For the first time, crops can be sown like conventional seeds, eliminating the need for all seed cane production in the field. In Brazil, CEEDS^TM for sugarcane are now available through direct supply or on-mill production, backed by over 10 years of development and proven success in Brazil and other regions.

What are CEEDS^TM?

CEEDS^TM are the first synthetic seeds for sugarcane – a small polymer-coated unit about the size as a large wine cork, developed and patented by NEF. Each CEED contains disease-free, true-to-type plant material with multiple buds and roots, along with integrated crop protection and nutrition.

CEEDS^TM can be drilled automatically and rapidly into the soil using specially developed planters, without the need for irrigation when planted between October and April. They establish quickly, showing vigorous growth from the moment of planting.

From left to right: CEEDS^TM planter; Field of sugarcane in Brazil planted from CEEDS^TM; Sugarcane CEED.

Why Adopt CEEDS^TM Technology?

• Low-cost production – uses existing plug plant production infrastructure.
• Control over seed supply and quality – same as current seed-cane systems.
• Clean planting material – amplify disease-free tissue culture plants to maximise yield.
• Scalable, low-risk model –  proven results and reliable returns.
• No field seed-cane production – cut costs and increase profitability.
• Fully automatic CEEDS^TM planters – faster, safer, more efficient crop establishment.
• Mill synergies – reduce costs by using on-site labour, energy, water, and substrates.
• Any variety – no restrictions from NEF; use any variety available to you.
• Export support – training and guidance from experienced NEF staff.
• Fast technology transfer – on-site, online, and written protocols for easy adoption.

How Are They Manufactured?

CEEDS^TM are produced in small-scale horticultural nurseries using conventional growing equipment, similar to plug plant production (such as single eye setts). The starter material is typically tissue-culture derived and multiplied through the CEEDS^TM production system.

In the nursery, the material is hardened to form the final propagule, containing multiple buds and roots. It is treated with crop protection and nutrients, then coated in a biodegradable polymer to prevent desiccation. CEEDS^TM can then be stored or planted immediately in the field using fully automatic CEEDS^TM drills.

CEEDS^TM Licensing

NEF offers a low-cost package to support any mill or producer group looking to produce CEEDS^TM. This unique market solution builds on the existing plug plant production strategy, using similar infrastructure and creating synergies by utilising by-products as substrates to reduce costs.

No capital investment is required to begin. For example, 35m² of growing area can produce enough material for 1 hectare of planting, and 1,000 ha of CEEDS^TM production requires less than 4 ha of growing space, compared to 190 ha of field area for traditional methods.

NEF provides a complete training package for your staff, including detailed protocols and hands-on support for producing your own CEEDS^TM. This enables mills and farm groups to maintain full control over seed-cane production, create CEEDS^TM from any variety needed, lower costs, and gain a competitive advantage by transforming the way sugarcane is planted.

Contact NEF here for an information sheet on how CEEDS^TM production can be set up for you now.

General

CEEDS^TM is transforming the sugarcane planting process. For the first time, crops can be sown like conventional seeds, eliminating the need for all seed cane production in the field. In Brazil, CEEDS^TM for sugarcane are now available through direct supply or on-mill production, backed by over 10 years of development and proven success in Brazil and other regions.

What are CEEDS^TM?

CEEDS^TM are the first synthetic seeds for sugarcane – a small polymer-coated unit about the size as a large wine cork, developed and patented by NEF. Each CEED contains disease-free, true-to-type plant material with multiple buds and roots, along with integrated crop protection and nutrition.

CEEDS^TM can be drilled automatically and rapidly into the soil using specially developed planters, without the need for irrigation when planted between October and April. They establish quickly, showing vigorous growth from the moment of planting.

From left to right: CEEDS^TM planter; Field of sugarcane in Brazil planted from CEEDS^TM; Sugarcane CEED.

Why Adopt CEEDS^TM Technology?

• Low-cost production – uses existing plug plant production infrastructure.
• Control over seed supply and quality – same as current seed-cane systems.
• Clean planting material – amplify disease-free tissue culture plants to maximise yield.
• Scalable, low-risk model –  proven results and reliable returns.
• No field seed-cane production – cut costs and increase profitability.
• Fully automatic CEEDS^TM planters – faster, safer, more efficient crop establishment.
• Mill synergies – reduce costs by using on-site labour, energy, water, and substrates.
• Any variety – no restrictions from NEF; use any variety available to you.
• Export support – training and guidance from experienced NEF staff.
• Fast technology transfer – on-site, online, and written protocols for easy adoption.

How Are They Manufactured?

CEEDS^TM are produced in small-scale horticultural nurseries using conventional growing equipment, similar to plug plant production (such as single eye setts). The starter material is typically tissue-culture derived and multiplied through the CEEDS^TM production system.

In the nursery, the material is hardened to form the final propagule, containing multiple buds and roots. It is treated with crop protection and nutrients, then coated in a biodegradable polymer to prevent desiccation. CEEDS^TM can then be stored or planted immediately in the field using fully automatic CEEDS^TM drills.

CEEDS^TM Licensing

NEF offers a low-cost package to support any mill or producer group looking to produce CEEDS^TM. This unique market solution builds on the existing plug plant production strategy, using similar infrastructure and creating synergies by utilising by-products as substrates to reduce costs.

No capital investment is required to begin. For example, 35m² of growing area can produce enough material for 1 hectare of planting, and 1,000 ha of CEEDS^TM production requires less than 4 ha of growing space, compared to 190 ha of field area for traditional methods.

NEF provides a complete training package for your staff, including detailed protocols and hands-on support for producing your own CEEDS^TM. This enables mills and farm groups to maintain full control over seed-cane production, create CEEDS^TM from any variety needed, lower costs, and gain a competitive advantage by transforming the way sugarcane is planted.

Contact NEF here for an information sheet on how CEEDS^TM production can be set up for you now.

General

CEEDS^TM is transforming the sugarcane planting process. For the first time, crops can be sown like conventional seeds, eliminating the need for all seed cane production in the field. In Brazil, CEEDS^TM for sugarcane are now available through direct supply or on-mill production, backed by over 10 years of development and proven success in Brazil and other regions.

What are CEEDS^TM?

CEEDS^TM are the first synthetic seeds for sugarcane – a small polymer-coated unit about the size as a large wine cork, developed and patented by NEF. Each CEED contains disease-free, true-to-type plant material with multiple buds and roots, along with integrated crop protection and nutrition.

CEEDS^TM can be drilled automatically and rapidly into the soil using specially developed planters, without the need for irrigation when planted between October and April. They establish quickly, showing vigorous growth from the moment of planting.

From top to bottom: CEEDS^TM planter; Field of sugarcane in Brazil planted from CEEDS^TM; Sugarcane CEED.

Why Adopt CEEDS^TM Technology?

How Are They Manufactured?

CEEDS^TM are produced in small-scale horticultural nurseries using conventional growing equipment, similar to plug plant production (such as single eye setts). The starter material is typically tissue-culture derived and multiplied through the CEEDS^TM production system.

In the nursery, the material is hardened to form the final propagule, containing multiple buds and roots. It is treated with crop protection and nutrients, then coated in a biodegradable polymer to prevent desiccation. CEEDS^TM can then be stored or planted immediately in the field using fully automatic CEEDS^TM drills.

CEEDS^TM Licensing

NEF offers a low-cost package to support any mill or producer group looking to produce CEEDS^TM. This unique market solution builds on the existing plug plant production strategy, using similar infrastructure and creating synergies by utilising by-products as substrates to reduce costs.

No capital investment is required to begin. For example, 35m² of growing area can produce enough material for 1 hectare of planting, and 1,000 ha of CEEDS^TM production requires less than 4 ha of growing space, compared to 190 ha of field area for traditional methods.

NEF provides a complete training package for your staff, including detailed protocols and hands-on support for producing your own CEEDS^TM. This enables mills and farm groups to maintain full control over seed-cane production, create CEEDS^TM from any variety needed, lower costs, and gain a competitive advantage by transforming the way sugarcane is planted.

Contact NEF here for an information sheet on how CEEDS^TM production can be set up for you now.