Q2 Technology

  • A fast and precise measurement of oxygen consumption on each single seed.
  • Q2 technology can give us insight in speed and uniformity of germination of a specific seed-lot.
  • Q2 tests are non-destructive; seeds can be further tested in more conventional ways.

Video showing germination progress versus oxygen consumption

Some major applications

Fast germination measurement tool

Complete picture of seed vigor

Easy control over seed processes

Predicting the feasibility of priming methods

Help in breeding programs

Germination results in 24-48 hours

Easy and fast control of aging seed inventory

Checking bacterial and fungi contamination levels

Homogenity tests

A new era in seed quality

For commercial information

Freek Schreurs

Director New Business

+34 660 082 636

Freek@astec-global.com

For technical information:

Michiel Visser

michiel@astec-global.com