Forage Seed Export: technology, control, and trust beyond borders

The demand for high-performance tropical forage seeds continues to grow as global livestock production increasingly requires efficiency, predictability, and sustainability. In highly technical markets, exporting seeds is not simply about selling a product—it is about delivering a complete system of quality, control, and responsibility.

At SGM Seeds, export operations are the direct result of a structured process that begins in the field, moves through the laboratory, and reaches the final customer with defined standards, full traceability, and proven performance.

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Brazil as a global reference in tropical forage seeds

Brazil is the world’s largest producer of tropical forage seeds. The combination of favorable climate, advanced genetics, agricultural technology, and large-scale production enables the country to supply both the domestic market and highly demanding international markets.

Exporting forage seeds requires:

• Technical and sanitary compliance

• Process standardization

• Rigorous documentation

• Absolute quality control

Only well-prepared companies are able to operate consistently in this environment.

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Strategic markets for forage seed exports

SGM Seeds directs its international operations toward markets where livestock production depends directly on well-established, vigorous, and productive pastures, especially in tropical and subtropical regions.

Latin America and the Caribbean

Key target markets include:

• Mexico – Strong demand for pasture intensification and improved animal performance

• Colombia – Advances in professional livestock systems and pasture recovery

• Paraguay – Extensive cattle systems transitioning toward greater efficiency

• Costa Rica – High technical standards and strong focus on sustainability

• Dominican Republic – Growing demand for adapted tropical pastures

• Ecuador – Expansion of livestock production in tropical and humid regions

These markets value reliable origin, standardized processes, and agronomic security, which are decisive factors in purchasing decisions.

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Exporting seeds requires much more than purity

In the international market, purity alone is not a competitive advantage.
What defines an export-ready seed is the technical foundation that guarantees field performance.

At SGM Seeds, the technical strengths that support export operations include:

Strict control from origin

• Production with continuous technical supervision

• Standardized processing

• Packaging at origin

In-house laboratory and comprehensive analyses

Each lot is evaluated for:

• Moisture content

• Physical purity

• Presence of pests

• Viability

• Germination

• Vigor

• Controlled deterioration

These tests ensure that the seed not only germinates, but also maintains performance under adverse conditions.

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Lot-by-lot traceability

Every exported shipment carries complete identification, enabling:

• Full traceability

• Consistency between shipments

• Security for distributors and producers

International logistics and documentation

Export operations involve:

• Phytosanitary compliance

• Alignment with international regulations

• Logistical planning to preserve seed quality throughout transportation

______________________________________________________________________________Why vigor is decisive in export operations

During international transport, seeds are exposed to:

• Temperature fluctuations

• Humidity variations

• Extended storage periods

For this reason, seed vigor is one of the most critical factors in export operations. It determines rapid emergence, uniform stand establishment, and reliability in pasture formation at the final destination.

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Export as a long-term strategy

Exporting forage seeds is not a one-time transaction.
It is a long-term strategy built on:

• Strong relationships with distributors

• Technical consistency between lots

• Predictable deliveries

• Trust earned in the field

This is how SGM Seeds expands its international presence and strengthens its brand in strategic markets.

_______________________________________________________________________________Quality that crosses borders

Every exported lot carries more than seeds.
It carries genetics, technology, method, and technical responsibility.

Because in the international market, trust is not promised — it is proven.

SGM Seeds — those who know, choose us.