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1. Seeds
Use of quality seeds with a trait profile adapted to local needs and protected by SeedGrowth treatments increases productivity and profitability.
2. Integrated weed management
Careful scouting, drone use, crop rotation, cover crop planting, and the use of multiple herbicide modes of action with crop specific herbicide-tolerant traits suppress weed competition and prevent the development of weed resistance.
3. Integrated disease management
Implementation of disease control programs that integrate monitoring information and variety specific disease resistance.
4. Smart pest control management
Use of modern pest-specific-resistant varieties, regular scouting, and pest-specific application programs promote the production of healthy and profitable crops.
5. Digital farming
A digital platform approach including Climate FieldView™ and other tools for mapping, optimizing fertilization, and collecting harvest information improves operational efficiency, optimizes input consumption, and maximizes production on the farm.
6. Soil health
The fundamentals of regenerative agriculture like crop rotation, cover crops, and careful fertilizer management supported by digital tools increase soil organic matter and microbial activity for healthy soils and reduced greenhouse gas emissions.
7. Good agricultural practices
Seed mix refuge management, occupational health and safety, use of personal protective equipment, safe storage of inputs, and empty container management protect workers and the environment.
8. Modern application technology
Maintenance and calibration of spraying equipment, the use of low-drift nozzles, and frequent training of machinery operators reduces the environmental impact of the operation.
9. Water protection
Wastewater from spraying equipment is collected and crop protection product residues are broken down naturally by microorganism via the Phytobac® system, to prevent runoff into the environment.
10. Biodiversity and habitat conservation
Preservation of habitats and species through the conservation of legal reserves, riparian zones, reforestation efforts as well as installation of beehives ensure the conservation of biodiversity.
11. Partnerships
Bayer ForwardFarming combines knowledge, experience, skills, and new technologies with partners to promote the growth of agricultural activity successfully and sustainably.
