How SeedSense Helps Seed Companies Boost Their Bottom Line

We occasionally get asked how our software impacts a seed company's bottom line. In this article, we want to highlight how SeedSense helps teams get the most value out of their commercial trials. By improving data collection, streamlining collaboration, and delivering real-time insights, SeedSense enables seed companies to move faster and make more informed decisions—leading to greater efficiency and profitability.

The Hidden Costs of Outdated Trial Management

Many seed companies invest heavily in trial teams, field plots, and research programs, but too often, their data is still tracked in spreadsheets or outdated systems. This creates inefficiencies that slow decision-making and impact profitability.

When trial data is scattered across multiple spreadsheets, email chains, or notebooks, it's difficult to ensure consistency and accuracy. Trial results might take days or weeks to reach key decision-makers, which means companies may miss opportunities to act quickly on promising varieties.

Common Issues with Outdated Systems:

• Slow Data Sharing – Trial data often sits in spreadsheets until someone compiles and distributes it manually.
• Limited Visibility – Research teams at different locations may not have access to each other's findings.
• Data Errors & Inconsistencies – Copying and pasting from multiple spreadsheets increases the risk of mistakes.
• Missed Opportunities – If it takes too long to recognize a high-performing variety, competitors could get to market first.

Faster, Smarter Decision-Making with SeedSense

SeedSense eliminates these bottlenecks by providing a centralized trial management platform where teams can collect, analyze, and share data in real time. Instead of waiting for reports to be compiled, decision-makers have instant access to field results as they come in.

Key Benefits:

• Instant Data Sharing – Teams can access trial results in real-time, eliminating delays.
• Standardized Evaluations – Custom templates ensure consistency across all trials.
• GPS-Enabled Trial Management – Location tracking keeps records of where trials are conducted.
• Task Management – Assign and track planting, evaluation, and harvest tasks in one place.
• Easy Data Exporting – Reports can be exported to Excel or other formats for further analysis.

Unlocking More Value from Trial Data

With SeedSense, trial data isn't just collected—it's put to use immediately. Instead of waiting until the end of the season to analyze results, companies can monitor trends as trials progress.

How This Impacts the Bottom Line:

• Identify High-Performing Varieties Sooner – Speed up commercialization decisions.
• Quickly Address Underperformers – Save resources by discontinuing weak varieties earlier.
• Compare Trials Side-by-Side – See trends across different locations, years, or treatments.

A Smooth Transition from Spreadsheets

One concern many companies have when adopting new software is workflow disruption. SeedSense is designed to be easy to use, so teams can transition from spreadsheets without the hassle of learning a complex new system.

Seamless Integration:

• Simple, intuitive interface requires minimal training.
• Easy import of historical trial data—no lost information.
• Flexible reporting ensures teams can still work the way they want.

Conclusion

SeedSense helps seed companies get more value out of their trialing investments by eliminating delays in data sharing, reducing manual errors, and providing real-time insights. The result? Faster decisions, smarter resource allocation, and stronger financial performance.

If you're ready to move beyond spreadsheets and give your trial teams a tool that helps them work more efficiently, SeedSense is here to help.