Description: The Arbor Day Foundation custom seed sorter:
Seeds are first cleaned, and debris is removed.
Then they are run through a custom-built sorter attached to a shop vacuum.
The system uses forced air to sort seed by weight — lighter seeds (often empty or insect‑damaged) are blown aside, while heavier, viable seeds are kept.
This step dramatically improves the quality of seed used for reforestation.
Category: Planting & Silviculture Automation
FWPA RD&E: 4.4
| Company | Country | Type | Website | Available in Australia? | Year | Status | Remarks | TRL | Employees | Colour | Inventors | Patent Model. |
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| USDA Forest Service | USA | Company | Link | Red |