Values and benefits of organic seeds (Liveseed Practice Abstract)

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Organic integrity: Seed production is part of the production process and takes a lot of effort and time.
Starting the organic production cycle with organic seed or vegetative propagating material as an input, increases
the organic integrity of your product.
Live up to consumer expectations: Consumers expect organic farmers to use organic inputs. This is one of the
reasons for the European Commission to tighten the EU organic rules on seed use. Derogations allowing the use
of conventional seed and vegetative propagating material should expire in 2035.
Lower risk of residues: Unlike conventional seeds, organic seeds are propagated in an organic environment.
This reduces the risks of chemical residues on the seed. In addition there are indications that some residues
persist into the seedlings and even into the final product. For instance in the case of plants with low mass growth
during cultivation (e.g. fresh herbs) or in organic fruits originating from conventional plants.