Priming Seeds,
Empowering Crops
Towards Sustainable Farming under Climate Stress
PrimSeedPower brings together European experts to advance seed priming research and innovation for climate-resilient, productive and sustainable agriculture.
- COST Action CA24156
- 2024 β 2028
- Europe-wide network of experts
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PrimSeedPower is a COST Action dedicated to advancing seed priming solutions for sustainable and climate-resilient agriculture. Through international collaboration and innovation, we connect researchers and innovators across Europe and beyond to develop practical, evidence-based approaches to agricultural challenges.
Our network brings together experts in agronomy, plant science, sustainability, and climate adaptation to create solutions that improve crop resilience while reducing environmental impact. We facilitate knowledge exchange, collaborative research, and the development of new methodologies in seed priming and related technologies.
Join us in building the future of sustainable agriculture through innovation, collaboration, and evidence-based practices.
Our Mission
To advance seed priming science and practice for sustainable, climate-resilient agriculture across Europe and globally.
Key Objectives
- Consolidate existing knowledge on seed priming techniques and their applications
- Identify and develop innovative seed priming approaches for crop resilience
- Bridge research and practical implementation in agriculture
- Support farmer and stakeholder engagement in sustainable practices
- Strengthen international collaboration among researchers and practitioners
- Advance evidence-based policy recommendations for agricultural sustainability
COST Action Reference: CA24156
Duration: 48 months
Funding: European Cooperation in Science and Technology
Our Approach
Five pillars guiding our research and collaboration
Science-Based Innovation
Evidence-driven research to develop and validate seed priming techniques for improved crop performance.
Collaborative Network
Building strong connections between researchers, farmers, industry, and policy makers across Europe.
Sustainability First
Advancing agricultural practices that protect the environment while improving crop resilience and productivity.
Climate Resilience
Developing solutions to help farmers adapt to climate change and build resilient agricultural systems.
Knowledge Transfer
Sharing research findings and best practices to accelerate adoption of sustainable seed priming solutions.
Scientific Priorities
Core research and innovation areas
Seed Priming Mechanisms
Understanding physiological and molecular mechanisms of seed priming and their effects on germination and vigor.
Climate Adaptation
Developing priming approaches to enhance crop resilience to drought, heat, flooding, and other climate stressors.
Crop Productivity
Optimizing seed priming to improve yield, quality, and resource use efficiency in major crop species.
Practical Application
Translating research findings into farmer-friendly priming protocols and technologies for field implementation.
Sustainability Impact
Assessing environmental, economic, and social impacts of seed priming on agricultural sustainability systems.
Policy & Standards
Contributing to evidence-based policy frameworks and industry standards for seed priming technologies.
Latest News
Stay updated with PrimSeedPower activities and announcements
- Celebrating Fascination of Plants Day
Our world runs on plants β PrimSeedPower marked Fascination of Plants Day with seed priming experiments in schools. - PrimSeedPower Newsletter #1 is here!
Our first newsletter is out β highlights, updates and upcoming opportunities from across the Action. - Building collaborations through research mobility
This summer the University of Sarajevo welcomed two researchers through PrimSeedPower mobility activities.
Upcoming Events
Join us for meetings, workshops, and training sessions
Seed Priming Technologies: From Science to Impact
Location: Parma, Italy
Duration: 27β28 April 2027
The Training School will deliver intensive hands-on training in innovative seed priming technologies, biostimulants and natural compounds, microbial inoculants, abiotic stress tolerance and the translation of laboratory protocols to field applications. The programme will combine lectures, practical laboratory sessions, demonstrations and collaborative problem-solving, bringing together experienced trainers and young researchers from across the PrimSeedPower network.
Building Climate-Resilient Crops: From Seed Conservation to High-Throughput Phenotyping and Sensor-Based Plant Monitoring
Location: Olomouc, Czechia
Duration: 10β13 May 2027
Interdisciplinary hands-on training in seed conservation, quality assessment, priming, plant stress biology, high-throughput phenotyping and sensor-based plant monitoring, jointly hosted by the Czech Agrifood Research Center and CATRINβPalackΓ½ University Olomouc.
Safe-by-Design Seed Priming Technologies: Bridging Innovation, Toxicology and Regulatory Science
Location: Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Duration: 18β21 May 2027
An interactive panel discussion and workshop on integrating safe-by-design principles into next-generation seed priming, bringing together scientists, toxicologists, regulators, industry and policymakers. Co-organised within CTDC13.
Current Opportunities
Funding, scholarships, and participation opportunities
Joint Research Grants
Deadline: September 30, 2026
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Deadline: October 15, 2026
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Join the PrimSeedPower network and become part of a growing community of researchers, farmers, and innovators working to transform agriculture through sustainable seed priming solutions. Whether you’re a researcher, industry professional, farmer, or policy maker, there’s a place for you in our action.
For Researchers
Collaborate on cutting-edge research, share your findings, and access funding for joint projects.
For Farmers
Access practical guidance, training, and support to implement sustainable seed priming on your farm.
For Industry
Develop innovative products, connect with research partners, and explore market opportunities.
Questions? Contact us at primseedpower@gmail.com