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Increase Your Profit with the SC1 Garlic and Onion Seeder

Meet the SC1 Garlic & Onion Seeder

The SC1 Series by SECA is the ideal solution for modern farmers seeking precision, speed, and profitability. Available in 2 to 12 rows, this machine increases planting efficiency and quality while reducing labor.

How It Works

The SC1 uses a double-belt system to transfer seeds from the hopper to the soil groove opened by a blade. Each planting unit is mounted on a parallelogram suspension, ensuring consistent planting depth even on uneven ground.
  • Adjustable seed spacing: 4–6 cm, 6–8 cm, 8–10 cm
  • Tilting seed hopper: Backward for small seeds, forward for large seeds
  • Supported seeds: Garlic cloves, onion sets, tulip bulbs

Key Profitability Benefits

  1. Higher Efficiency
  • Up to 300% faster than manual planting (3 acres/day vs. 1)
  1. Reduced Labor Costs
  • 50–70% fewer workers needed (10 reduced to 3–5)
  1. Improved Germination
  • 10–15% higher germination rates (up to 100%)
  1. Time Savings
  • Planting season reduced by 50% (10 days vs. 20)
  1. Lower Operating Costs
  • 20–30% savings on fuel and maintenance (cost per acre drops from $100 to $70–80)
  1. Precision Farming Ready
  • Up to 15% more yield with digital optimization
  1. Uniform Crop Quality
  • Consistent depth and spacing = 10–20% better quality
  1. Lower Weather Risks
  • Faster planting = 15–25% less crop loss

Overall Impact: Up to 40% Profit Boost

Combining all the above, using the SC1 can increase net farm profit by 20–40%. For example, $100,000 could become $120,000–$140,000.
Actual results may vary depending on field conditions, operator skill, and machine setup.

Ready to Transform Your Planting Operation?

Request a quote or a video demo of the SC1 Series today.