What are the risks of using seeds without provenance?

The beginning of the harvest occurs under climatic uncertainties, which reinforces the need for predictability in establishing the crop. Certified seed emerges as a strategic decision by combining identity, traceability, and applied knowledge to ensure uniform and healthy emergence. It concentrates years of research to elevate productive potential, reduce risks, and expand climate adaptation. Experts highlight that when there is no defined origin, this technology is lost, increasing expenses and opening space for contaminations capable of compromising the entire area. Estimates presented at the Seed Congress of the Americas 2026 indicate annual losses of up to 10 billion reais linked to the use of seeds without provenance. To ensure performance, the batch undergoes quality processes that involve germination tests, vigor, and accelerated aging, carried out from pre-harvest to shipment. Technical supervision explains that germination reveals the maximum potential of the seed under ...