The BCC Dibbler Machine: Key to precision seeding

The BCC Dibbler unit is an integrated part of BCC’s automated filling and seeding line and plays a decisive role in achieving high-precision seed placement. It creates a small cavity in the cell’s growing substrate for each seed — ensuring that the seed ends up positioned in the center of each cell. Without this cavity, seeds might lie unevenly in the cell, which can lead to asymmetric root development and poorer anchoring once seedlings are transplanted.

Why correct seed placement matters

When seeds are placed centrally in the substrate:

• The resulting root system develops evenly and symmetrically — vital for stability when seedlings are later transplanted.
• Each plant gets similar access to water, nutrients and space — promoting uniform germination and growth across trays.
• It helps maximize yield and quality, while minimizing waste from poor germination or uneven growth.

In modern nursery production systems, accuracy and uniformity are essential. The dibbler machine plays a central role in granting that precision before any seeding proceed.

Integration with FiberCell concept

• The BCC Dibbler unit is a natural fit for the “Sowing & Setting” stage of the paper-based FiberCell system: by creating a neat cavity in each cell, it ensures seeds are placed with high precision and together with the strong stability from the paper plug it provides the perfect balance of air and moisture to the roots of the crop.
• This precision matters across all possible crop segments supported by FiberCell — whether you grow forest seedlings, ornamental plants, fruit trees or other crops. Central seed placement supports uniform growth regardless of species.

Conclusion

The BCC Dibbler Machine may appear as a minor — but it’s in fact a critical component of any high-quality nurseries no matter which crops segment that is cultivated. By ensuring each seed starts its life centrally and evenly, it lays the foundation for healthy root development, uniform growth, and successful transplanting.