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Count on corn traits backed by industry-leading R&D to maximize yields, combat pests and withstand evolving climate threats. Learn more about our traits below.
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Here’s What’s Happening Now:

Preceon™ Smart Corn System Field Trials Show Promise.

The First to RNAi Technology.

As a leader in agricultural innovation, Bayer was the first to introduce the groundbreaking RNAi Technology. It was the first new mode of action to specifically protect against corn rootworm in over a decade.

Find it in our latest traits:
SmartStax® PRO with RNAi Technology and VT4PRO​™​ with RNAi Technology.

Find the Right Trait for Your Fields.

It only takes a minute or less to evaluate which corn trait innovation from Bayer will help you optimize your fields. Take our quiz to find out now.

Hear From the Experts on Combating Corn Rootworm With Innovation.

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 valuable cropland from corn rootworm.

Raise Your Game With the Latest Expert Advice.

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Best Practices for Fall Fertilizer.

Best Practices for Fall Fertilizer.

Fall is the ideal time to set the foundation for strong spring growth. Strategic soil sampling and nutrient management help ensure healthier crops when planting season arrives.

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How To Manage Mexican, Western and Southern Corn Rootworm.

How To Manage Mexican, Western and Southern Corn Rootworm.

Root-feeding beetles create complex risks beneath the soil. The life cycle of each species indicates which tactics — sticky trap monitoring, crop rotation, and trait use — can help manage pressure before the next season begins.

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Effects of Flooding or High Rain Events on Corn Diseases.

Effects of Flooding or High Rain Events on Corn Diseases.

Flooding and heavy rainfall can disrupt growth prior to emergence. Saturated soils after planting or during early growth stages open the door for seedling diseases, stalk rot and root infection that can undermine yield potential.

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Best Practices for Fall Fertilizer.

Best Practices for Fall Fertilizer.

Fall is the ideal time to set the foundation for strong spring growth. Strategic soil sampling and nutrient management help ensure healthier crops when planting season arrives.

Learn Morechevron_right
How To Manage Mexican, Western and Southern Corn Rootworm.

How To Manage Mexican, Western and Southern Corn Rootworm.

Root-feeding beetles create complex risks beneath the soil. The life cycle of each species indicates which tactics — sticky trap monitoring, crop rotation, and trait use — can help manage pressure before the next season begins.

Discover Morechevron_right
Effects of Flooding or High Rain Events on Corn Diseases.

Effects of Flooding or High Rain Events on Corn Diseases.

Flooding and heavy rainfall can disrupt growth prior to emergence. Saturated soils after planting or during early growth stages open the door for seedling diseases, stalk rot and root infection that can undermine yield potential.

Read Morechevron_right
Best Practices for Fall Fertilizer.

Best Practices for Fall Fertilizer.

Fall is the ideal time to set the foundation for strong spring growth. Strategic soil sampling and nutrient management help ensure healthier crops when planting season arrives.

Learn Morechevron_right
How To Manage Mexican, Western and Southern Corn Rootworm.

How To Manage Mexican, Western and Southern Corn Rootworm.

Root-feeding beetles create complex risks beneath the soil. The life cycle of each species indicates which tactics — sticky trap monitoring, crop rotation, and trait use — can help manage pressure before the next season begins.

Discover Morechevron_right
Effects of Flooding or High Rain Events on Corn Diseases.

Effects of Flooding or High Rain Events on Corn Diseases.

Flooding and heavy rainfall can disrupt growth prior to emergence. Saturated soils after planting or during early growth stages open the door for seedling diseases, stalk rot and root infection that can undermine yield potential.

Read Morechevron_right

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