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Innovation in Action — Bayer Corn, Soybean, and Cotton Traits.

Bayer Traits invests billions into R&D to deliver real-world solutions for farmers and push the boundaries of what is possible in the agricultural industry. Discover how Bayer’s R&D backed traits like RNAi technology, 5-herbicide soybean tolerant traits and insect resistant cotton are putting innovation into action in fields like yours. Sign up today to get the latest trait innovations in your inbox.
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Built on Decades of Industry-Leading Performance.

From corn to cotton to soybeans, Bayer traits are constantly advancing technology for farmers and forging the path for others to follow. See how our groundbreaking traits like RNAi protection, 5-herbicide tolerant soybean traits and more are reshaping the industry.

Leading the Way to the Future.

    Early-stage growth of Bayer’s hybrid corn seedlings in a testing tray at R&D facility

    Bayer's R&D investment is the largest in the agricultural industry, driving an industry-leading pipeline of innovations. Bayer continually replenishes its pipeline and is set to deliver seven new trait innovations in the next ten years.

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    Low profile view of corn field under trial for Bayer’s rootworm-resistant hybrid trait

    Every day, we're advancing the science of corn traits to keep farmers on the cutting edge. With innovations like RNAi Technology and the Preceon™ Smart Corn System, farmers are more equipped than ever to overcome the challenges in their fields.​

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    Close-up shot of young high-yield soybean seedling varieties in Bayer’s research plot.

    From the introduction of Roundup® Technology to the industry's first five-herbicide-tolerant trait, soybean farmers have come to expect clean fields and higher yield potential from Bayer traits.

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    Overhead view of cotton field highlighting Bollgard trait for yield optimization

    From bollworm protection to herbicide tolerance, Bayer's cotton trait technologies are revolutionizing how growers manage their fields. With innovations like ThryvOn® Technology and XtendFlex® soybeans, cotton growers can maximize yield potential while effectively controlling pests and weeds.

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Early-stage growth of Bayer’s hybrid corn seedlings in a testing tray at R&D facility

It Happens Here First: Bayer's Innovation Pipeline

As the global innovation leader for agriculture, Bayer is demonstrating how its solutions can support food security and the mitigation of climate change through transformative technologies and scaling regenerative practices.

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Experts Discuss the Futures of Corn and Cotton.

The Intersect brings together industry experts and farmers to talk about technology, exchange ideas and show how products, people, and the research and development pipeline are all connected.

Often dubbed “the billion-dollar bug,” corn rootworm is a notorious pest on farms across the country. Hear from industry experts about how the latest technologies — including SmartStax® PRO with RNAi Technology and VT4PRO™ with RNAi Technology — are helping farmers fight back and defend yields from corn rootworm.

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