Nutrition close to the seed
Seed treatment places a relatively small quantity of product directly onto the seed surface, helping position the treatment close to the zone in which germination and initial root development occur.
Micronutrient Seed Treatment
Tuxedo®
Targeted micronutrient nutrition delivered directly to treated seed, positioning zinc and copper close to the developing seedling from the beginning of crop establishment.
Tuxedo® is designed for integration into professional seed-treatment programs where early micronutrient availability, emergence, root development, stand establishment and seedling vigor are important agronomic objectives.
*Published European product information. Composition, approved crops, directions and registration may differ by market. Always use the current approved local label.
Product Overview
Micronutrient nutrition positioned where crop development begins
The first stages of crop development take place within a very small zone surrounding the seed. A seed-applied micronutrient treatment places nutrition directly at that starting point rather than relying solely on nutrients being encountered later by developing roots.
Tuxedo® is a micronutrient seed treatment developed to support the early nutritional environment of germinating seed and young seedlings. Published European Verdesian information identifies zinc and copper in the formulation and describes the technology as supporting micronutrient availability for plant uptake during establishment.
This makes the technology particularly relevant to crop programs in which growers, seed companies, distributors and agronomists want to integrate targeted micronutrient nutrition into an existing seed-treatment operation. The product is not a replacement for a complete soil fertility strategy; instead, it is positioned as one component within an integrated crop nutrition and seed-treatment program.
Technology Type
Micronutrient seed treatment
Application Point
Seed before planting
Primary Focus
Early micronutrient supply
Program Role
Crop establishment support
Agronomic Context
Why early micronutrient positioning matters
Germination and seedling establishment are compact but important phases of crop development. Nutrient availability during this period can influence the environment in which roots, shoots and the initial crop stand develop.
Available from the start
Rather than waiting for a later foliar or soil application, a nutritional seed treatment is already present when the treated seed enters the soil, subject to environmental conditions and product performance.
Fits the seed-treatment operation
Where permitted by the approved label and confirmed for compatibility, micronutrient treatment can be incorporated alongside other components of a commercial or on-farm seed-treatment program.
A complement to complete crop nutrition—not a substitute for it
Crop micronutrient requirements depend on crop species, yield potential, soil nutrient status, pH, organic matter, moisture, temperature, rooting conditions, previous cropping, fertiliser strategy and many other agronomic variables. Seed treatment should therefore be evaluated as one part of the wider nutrient-management program rather than as a stand-alone fertility plan.
Key Agronomic Objectives
Designed to strengthen the start of the crop program
Published product information positions Tuxedo® around early crop development. Actual response is influenced by crop, seed quality, soil, environment, fertility status and the complete management program.
Early Micronutrient Availability
Emergence Support
Stand Establishment
Root Development
Seedling Vigor
Early Plant Growth
What This Means in Practice
Targeted nutrition without changing the fundamental crop program
Tuxedo® is intended to add a micronutrient component at the seed-treatment stage. This can be useful when the objective is to position micronutrients immediately adjacent to the seed while retaining the wider soil, foliar and fertiliser strategy already planned for the crop.
- Can be evaluated within existing professional seed-treatment systems.
- Places nutrition on every properly treated seed rather than across the full soil surface.
- Targets the earliest stage of crop establishment.
- Can complement soil-applied and foliar nutrition where agronomically appropriate.
- Allows micronutrient strategy to be considered before seed enters the field.
Technical Profile
Reference European product information
The information below reflects currently published European Verdesian product information and is provided for product understanding only. It must not be used instead of the approved label in your market.
Published European composition
| Component | Published reference |
|---|---|
| Zinc (Zn) | 5.0% |
| Copper (Cu) | 0.1% |
| Technology description | Published European information describes the nutrients as derived from partial copper and zinc salt complexed by maleic-itaconic copolymer. |
Seed-treatment positioning
- Application category: Seed treatment.
- Reference European pack size: 10 litres.
- Primary nutritional focus: Zinc and copper.
- Application timing: Treatment of seed prior to planting.
- Program role: Early-stage micronutrient nutrition.
Pack size, product classification, composition and formulation may differ by country or registration.
Important regulatory notice
The information presented here summarizes reference product information and
does not constitute an application recommendation. Always read and follow
the approved product label, seed-treatment instructions, safety information,
local regulations and professional agronomic guidance applicable in the
country of use.
Crop Fit
Published European examples of treated seed
Current European Verdesian guidance lists the following among the seeds on which Tuxedo® can be used. Approved crop lists can differ by market.
Wheat
A major cereal crop in which uniform emergence and early stand establishment are important components of the production system.
Barley
Suitable only where specifically permitted by the current local label and seed-treatment directions.
Rye
Included in published European product guidance, subject to local registration and directions.
Oats
Listed in European product information as a potential seed-treatment use according to the applicable label.
Oilseed Rape
Included in published European guidance with crop-specific reference application information.
Other crop uses may exist under specific national registrations. Do not infer approval from this website. Confirm the current label for the country and crop.
Application & Handling
How Tuxedo® fits into a seed-treatment workflow
Exact equipment settings, rates, treatment order, drying requirements, compatibility and handling procedures must follow the approved product label and the operating instructions of the seed-treatment system.
Confirm the crop and market
Verify that Tuxedo® is registered for the intended crop and country and obtain the current approved label before treatment begins.
Review the complete treatment recipe
Identify all fungicides, insecticides, biologicals, inoculants, micronutrients, polymers, colorants and other products planned for the seed.
Check compatibility and sequence
Confirm physical and biological compatibility where relevant and follow approved mixing or sequential-application instructions.
Calibrate and treat uniformly
Use suitable calibrated seed-treatment equipment and follow all approved directions for rate, seed coverage, worker protection and treated-seed handling.
Cereals
1.3 L / tonne of seed
Published European Verdesian reference. Use only where the current local approved label confirms this rate.
Oilseed rape
2.6 L / tonne of seed
Published European Verdesian reference. Use only where the current local approved label confirms this rate.
Do not calculate treatment programs from website information alone.
Rates shown above are published European reference information. The approved
national label, current formulation, crop registration and professional
seed-treatment guidance take precedence in every case.
Compatibility
Designed to integrate with professional seed-treatment programs
Published European product information states that Tuxedo® is compatible with most standard insecticide and fungicide seed treatments as well as many agrochemical and plant-nutrition seed treatments.
Compatibility should never be assumed solely because two products are individually approved on the same crop. Tank-mix behavior can be influenced by product concentration, water quality, temperature, treatment sequence, slurry volume, formulation type, polymers and the total number of components.
Published European sequencing guidance: when Tuxedo® is used in a mixture with other products, avoid direct contact between concentrates during mixing and follow current instructions regarding product order. Published European information specifies adding Tuxedo® as the final product.
Program Integration
One component of an integrated crop nutrition strategy
Tuxedo® seed nutrition
Positions micronutrient nutrition immediately at the seed-treatment stage, before the seed is planted.
Foundation fertility
Soil-applied fertilisers and nutrient-management decisions remain important for meeting the wider nutritional requirements of the developing crop.
Monitoring and adjustment
Crop scouting, plant analysis, soil testing and local agronomic advice can help determine whether additional nutritional management is appropriate later in the season.
Build the program around the field—not around a single product
The most appropriate nutrition strategy varies with field history, crop, soil analysis, expected yield, pH, moisture, temperature, rooting environment, nutrient availability and local production practices. Atlas Crop Technologies can help commercial partners evaluate how a seed-applied technology fits with the broader fertiliser and crop-management program.
Who We Support
Technical and commercial discussions across the seed value chain
Growers & Agronomists
Discuss crop fit, nutritional objectives, existing seed-treatment programs and how Tuxedo® may integrate with wider crop nutrition strategies.
- Crop and field context
- Existing fertility program
- Seed-treatment combination
- Local product availability
Seed Companies & Treaters
Review operational fit within professional seed-treatment programs, including compatibility considerations and local technical documentation.
- Treatment workflow
- Product sequencing
- Pack and supply requirements
- Technical documentation
Distributors
Explore market availability, portfolio fit, commercial requirements, regional support and product-positioning opportunities.
- Country availability
- Commercial quantities
- Technical positioning
- Regional portfolio planning
Crop Nutrition Partners
Evaluate how seed-applied micronutrients can complement existing fertiliser, foliar and nutrient-efficiency technologies within a broader program.
- Portfolio integration
- Crop-specific programs
- Market development
- Technical collaboration
Planning a Program?
Information that helps us provide a more useful response
Providing a few details with your enquiry helps our team understand your requirement and route it to the appropriate regional or technical contact.
- Country and region where the seed will be treated and planted
- Crop and, where relevant, seed type or variety
- Approximate quantity of seed to be treated
- Existing fungicide, insecticide or nutritional seed-treatment recipe
- Current fertiliser and micronutrient program
- Commercial, technical, distribution or trial requirement
- Expected timing of seed treatment or planting
Talk to Atlas
Request product information for your market
Tell us where you operate and what you want to achieve. We can route your enquiry to the appropriate regional contact for current information on availability, documentation and technical positioning.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Tuxedo®
General product information is provided below. The current approved local product label remains the authoritative source for legal use directions.
Tuxedo® is a micronutrient seed treatment designed to position targeted micronutrient nutrition directly on treated seed. It is intended for use as part of a professional crop nutrition and seed-treatment program, subject to the approved registration in the relevant country.
Tuxedo® is positioned around early crop-development objectives including micronutrient availability, emergence, crop establishment, root development and seedling vigor.
Product response depends on seed quality, crop, soil, climate, fertility status and the wider crop-management system.
Current published European Verdesian product information describes Tuxedo® as containing:
- Zinc (Zn): 5.0%
- Copper (Cu): 0.1%
Formulation and declared analysis can vary by market or registration. Confirm the current local label before use.
Seed treatment positions a small quantity of nutrient directly on the treated seed, placing it close to the seedling during the earliest stages of development. This approach can complement—not replace—the wider soil fertility and in-season crop nutrition program.
Published European Verdesian guidance lists wheat, barley, rye, oats and oilseed rape among the seeds on which Tuxedo® can be used.
Crop approvals differ between countries. Always confirm that your crop appears on the current approved label in the market where the seed will be treated and planted.
Tuxedo® is applied as a seed treatment prior to planting. Appropriate seed-treatment equipment should be used to achieve the required treatment according to the approved label and equipment instructions.
Published European Verdesian product information lists a reference rate of 1.3 litres per tonne of seed for cereals.
This is reference information and does not replace national label directions. Use the rate only where it is confirmed on the current approved local label.
Published European Verdesian product information lists a reference rate of 2.6 litres per tonne of seed for oilseed rape.
Country-specific label directions always take precedence.
Published European information describes Tuxedo® as compatible with most standard insecticide and fungicide seed treatments, as well as many agrochemical and plant-nutrition seed treatments.
However, compatibility must be confirmed for the actual products, formulations and treatment recipe being used. Always follow current labels and mixing instructions.
It can. Published European Tuxedo® information advises avoiding direct contact between product concentrates when preparing mixtures and states that Tuxedo® should be added as the final product in the described mixing procedure.
Follow the current approved local label because instructions can change or vary by formulation and market.
Tuxedo® should be considered a component of a complete crop nutrition program rather than a substitute for all soil-applied or foliar nutrients. Total crop requirements should be managed using soil analysis, crop need, yield goals, local recommendations and professional agronomic guidance.
Relevant factors can include crop species, seed quality, soil fertility, soil pH, nutrient availability, rooting conditions, moisture, temperature, expected yield, the existing fertiliser program and other crop-management practices.
No. Product registration, formulation, composition, approved crops, claims, application rates, pack size and use directions may vary between markets. Contact Atlas Crop Technologies for current local availability and documentation.
To help us respond efficiently, include your country, crop, approximate seed quantity, planting timing, existing seed-treatment recipe and the technical objective you are trying to address.
Use the enquiry form on this page or email contact@fertilizercoatingproducts.com . Include your country, company, crop, application method and requirement so the enquiry can be routed to the appropriate regional contact.
Responsible Product Use
Agricultural product registrations, compositions, claims, recommended rates, crops, tank mixes, seed-treatment procedures, packaging and directions can change and may differ by country. Information on this website is general product information only. It is not a substitute for the approved product label, Safety Data Sheet, local regulation, seed-treatment equipment instructions or professional agronomic advice. Always read and follow the current approved label and all applicable requirements before handling, mixing, treating, storing, transporting or planting treated seed.
Agricultural product registrations, compositions, claims, recommended rates, crops, tank mixes, seed-treatment procedures, packaging and directions can change and may differ by country. Information on this website is general product information only. It is not a substitute for the approved product label, Safety Data Sheet, local regulation, seed-treatment equipment instructions or professional agronomic advice. Always read and follow the current approved label and all applicable requirements before handling, mixing, treating, storing, transporting or planting treated seed.