Jul 18, 2023

Bayer’s SmartStax® PRO Now in Dyna‑Gro® Seed

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An Industry First for Corn

Bayer SmartStax PRO Technology is the next generation of protection against corn rootworm. Combining the proven benefits of SmartStax Technology with an additional, unique RNAi-based mode of action, this is the first product with three modes of action for corn rootworm control – the strongest biotech defense available*.

*Based upon 2021-2022 Bayer internal trials comparing leading corn rootworm technologies in fields with moderate to heavy corn rootworm pressure.

Protects Against Above and Below-Ground Pests

Minimize the risk of devastating crop damage and maximize control of corn rootworm below ground while also getting broad-spectrum protection against above-ground pests. In addition to corn rootworm, SmartStax PRO Technology will provide protection against pests including European corn borer, southwestern corn borer, fall armyworm, black cutworm and corn earworm.

The Advantage of RNAi Technology

Bayer is the first to develop RNAi technology to combat corn rootworm. Because RNAi technology works differently than a soil-applied insecticide or Bt-traits to control corn rootworm, it can increase your corn’s ability to defend itself against the billion-dollar bug.

A Defense Unlike Any Other

When facing disease pressure, on-farm trial data highlights the benefit of Dyna-Gro Seed with SmartStax PRO.

On-farm trial data shows improved performance over comparable non- SmartStax PRO hybrids in our Dyna-Gro program. Improvements are seen in yield potential and protection with quantifiable increases in profitability.

Get SmartStax PRO Technology in these Dyna‑Gro Seed products:

Get the next generation of protection against corn rootworm and book your seed today! Find SmartStax PRO Technology in Dyna-Gro Seed available at Nutrien Ag Solutions.

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Bayer is a member of Excellence Through Stewardship® (ETS).
Bayer products are commercialized in accordance with ETS Product Launch Stewardship Guidance, and in compliance with Bayer’s Policy for Commercialization of Biotechnology-Derived Plant Products in Commodity Crops. Commercialized products have been approved for import into key export markets with functioning regulatory systems. Any crop or material produced from this product can only be exported to, or used, processed or sold in countries where all necessary regulatory approvals have been granted. It is a violation of national and international law to move material containing biotech traits across boundaries into nations where import is not permitted. Growers should talk to their grain handler or product purchaser to confirm their buying position for this product. Excellence Through Stewardship® is a registered trademark of Excellence Through Stewardship.

ALWAYS READ AND FOLLOW PESTICIDE LABEL DIRECTIONS. B.t. products may not yet be registered in all states.
Check with your seed brand representative for the registration status in your state.

IMPORTANT IRM INFORMATION: RIB Complete® corn blend products do not require the planting of a structured refuge except in the Cotton-Growing Area where corn earworm is a significant pest. See the IRM/Grower Guide for additional information. Always read and follow IRM requirements.

Performance may vary, from location to location and from year to year, as local growing, soil and weather conditions may vary. Growers should evaluate data from multiple locations and years whenever possible and should consider the impacts of these conditions on the grower’s fields.

Roundup Ready® 2 Technology contains genes that confer tolerance to glyphosate. Glyphosate will kill crops that are not tolerant to glyphosate. Herculex® is a registered trademark of Dow AgroSciences LLC. Respect the Refuge and Corn Design® and Respect the Refuge® are registered trademarks of National Corn Growers Association. Bayer, Bayer Cross, RIB Complete®, Roundup Ready 2 Technology and Design™, Roundup Ready® and SmartStax® are trademarks of Bayer Group. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. ©2023 Bayer Group. All rights reserved.

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