Tough broadleaf weeds will soon have a new archenemy with the launch of Huskie™ PRE herbicide into the Western Canadian cereal market. This first Group 27 cereal pre-burn herbicide is a potent addition to tank-mixes like Roundup Transorb® HC herbicide for powerful, fast-acting, early-season control of tough broadleaf weeds, including resistant species. “Huskie PRE can… Read More
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New trait technology from Bayer Crop Science will allow growers to use five herbicide actives in soybean crops. The company says its Vyconic soybeans represents a “leap forward” in weed control, bringing greater management options and flexibility to farmers’ fields. The new trait technology will be the first in the industry to offer tolerance to… Read More
One of the newest cereal graminicides on the market, Varro® FX has won a lot of converts since its introduction in 2024. “It really did exceed our expectations,” says Tim Gardner, Bayer’s Customer Solutions Agronomist in North Saskatchewan. “Both in terms of product handling and weed control.” An emulsifiable concentrate (EC) formulation, Varro FX includes… Read More
There’s a lot to get ready for to make sure the upcoming season is a success. There’s equipment maintenance, seeding plans, and more. You also want to be ready for whatever weed pressure may come your way. Bayer wants to make sure you’re ready with the herbicides you need for the specific conditions on your… Read More
Bayer and Neste, a producer of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and renewable diesel, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to jointly scale winter canola as a biomass-based feedstock for renewable products, such as biofuels. Within the collaboration, the companies will develop a winter canola ecosystem in the Southern Great Plains of the U.S, including… Read More
Thanks for tuning in to this Wednesday edition of RealAg Radio brought to you by Bayer Crop Science and Huskie PRE herbicide. Host Shaun Haney is joined by: Brian Voth of IntelliFarm on a sideways market and farmers perception of the market direction; Eugene Ng with MNP on cyber security threats to your farm; Jason… Read More
Bayer CropScience Inc. has acquired the HyTech Production LTd. canola treating and packaging facility located at Coaldale, Alta, effective November 1. “As Bayer continues increasing its canola business, we have been exploring ways to enhance the processes and assets that contribute to this important crop,” says Antoine Bernet, president and CEO, Bayer Inc. “With an… Read More
Corn growers in eastern Canada have a new tool in their pest management toolbox with the registration of VT4PRO with RNAi technology from Bayer Crop Science. The company says the trait will deliver the latest in corn rootworm defence, with above-ground control and effective root protection, providing a broad spectrum of defence for growers against… Read More
Bayer CropScience has announced its new pre-emerge herbicide, Huskie Pre, has received registration for use ahead of barley, triticale and wheat for the 2025 growing season. Huskie PRE is the first pre-burn herbicide of its kind available in Western Canada, the company says, combining Group 6 bromoxynil and Group 27 pyrasulfotole. Offered as an emulsifiable… Read More
Bayer’s CEO has ruled out the possibility of spinning off the company’s crop science division as a separate business. In a news conference on Tuesday, Bill Anderson said the company has completed a thorough review of its current structure, which includes three divisions: pharmaceuticals, consumer health, and crop science. He said the company will not… Read More