Plant Health Promoter Approved for Tank-Mixing With Select Row Crop Herbicides

By Wilbur-Ellis|March 2, 2023

Wilbur-Ellis Agribusiness and Plant Health Care have announced that Employ, an advanced biochemical plant health promoter, has been certified by leading crop protection companies for tank-mixing with a select group of row crop herbicides. Used successfully for many years in fruit and vegetable production to improve yield and crop quality, Employ is expected to be adopted by soybean, cotton and corn growers seeking to maximize yields by applying Employ in conjunction with early-season herbicide applications.

For information about the herbicides included in this announcement, visit the following websites:

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Employ Boosts Crop Productivity, Yield 

When applied on the plant foliage in early growth stages, Employ initiates a Systemic Acquired Resistance (SAR) response that turns on the plants’ own growth and stress-defense capabilities. Roots grow more vigorously, and plants are more resilient under stress created by disease, insects, pathogens and nematodes as well as when facing environmental challenges such as flooding, drought, heat and cold temperatures. As a result, crop quality and yields are improved.

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  • Increases Average Soybean Yield when applied V3-R1
  • Activates Systemic Acquired Resistance (SAR) — signaling a whole-plant response to disease, insects and nematodes
  • Decreases abiotic and biotic stress, increasing yield and grower ROI
  • No AI restriction — cost-effective tank-mix partner

“In recent years, farmers have faced more environmental stresses from weather extremes and the pests and pathogens that come with those extremes. An application of Employ, over-the-top in the initial herbicide application stimulates the plants’ natural defenses reducing the impact of crop stress throughout the growing season and helping them deliver higher yields at harvest. We’re excited to offer this technology to corn, soybean and cotton growers for the 2023 season,” said Chris Wooley, Wilbur-Ellis Specialty Actives Portfolio Manager.

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Founded in 1921, the Wilbur-Ellis companies are leading international marketers and distributors of agricultural products, animal feed, and specialty chemicals and ingredients. By developing strong relationships, making strategic market investments and capitalizing on new opportunities, the Wilbur-Ellis companies have continued to grow the business with sales now over $3 billion.  Wilbur-Ellis Agribusiness generates more than $2 billion in sales revenue annually and has more than 160 branch locations throughout the U.S. See all author stories here.

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