seed grain

• 留存用于播种而非食用或加工的谷物，用于下一季种植新作物。

Grain that is kept for planting rather than for consumption or processing, used to grow new crops in the next season.

1. Grain for plantingB2formal

   Grain that is specifically kept and used for sowing in the next planting season, rather than for consumption or sale.

   种子粮

   • Farmers carefully store seed grain to ensure a good harvest next year.
   • The government distributed high-quality seed grain to the drought-affected regions.
   • Using the best seed grain is essential for crop yield.

2. Initial investment or resourceC1informal

   A metaphor for the initial capital, resources, or effort invested in a venture that is expected to generate future growth or profit.

   种子资本

   • The small grant served as the seed grain for the startup's development.
   • He used his savings as seed grain to launch the new project.
   • Investors provided the seed grain needed to expand the business.