As planting season approaches, many growers are finalizing seed decisions and evaluating management plans for each acre. While genetics drive yield potential, protecting the seed from the start is equally important.
Early-season stress from soilborne diseases, insects and environmental conditions can impact emergence before plants even break the surface. Seed treatments help mitigate these risks.
Stine® XP® soybean seed treatments safeguard your return on investment from day one, shielding against threats that can quietly reduce yield. Stine XP soybean seed treatments are available in two custom-blend formulations: Stine XP Complete 2.0 and Stine XP-F&I. Stine XP-F&I is an excellent option for growers looking for a combination fungicide and insecticide package. Stine XP Complete 2.0 has the same base fungicides and insecticide as Stine XP F&I but is enhanced with Heads Up® and an increased rate of Thiabendazole 4L ST for protection from sudden death syndrome.
“Now is the time when growers are thinking about every decision that impacts ROI. Seed treatments are one of the first lines of defense. They help ensure successful emergence, support uniform stands and limit early-season setbacks.”
Tom Larson, Stine director of agronomy
For 2026, Stine will also offer Syngenta’s Victrato® soybean seed treatment on select soybean products. Victrato provides protection against soybean cyst nematode and helps suppress sudden death syndrome, adding another layer of early-season defense in fields where these pressures are present.
Protecting your investment
With today’s input costs, every decision matters. Seed, fertilizer, crop protection and fuel all represent significant investments before harvest ever begins.
“Growers put a lot into every acre before the crop even emerges. Seed treatments are one more way we support that commitment and help crops get off to a strong start.”
Tom Larson, Stine director of agronomy
Before planting begins, take time to evaluate how early-season protection fits into your overall management strategy. Safeguarding stand establishment now can support stronger, more consistent performance throughout the season.
Learn more about how Stine XP seed treatments help prevent early injury to crops in this blog article.