SmartStax: Multi-trait Corn Offered by Dow and Monsanto
SmartStax: Multi-trait Corn Offered by Dow and Monsanto
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2010-10-26
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Hodgson, Erin
Gassmann, Aaron
Hodgson, Erin
Gassmann, Aaron
Gassmann, Aaron
Hodgson, Erin
Gassmann, Aaron
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Beginning in 2009, Dow AgroSciences and Monsanto have entered into an agreement to offer SmartStax, which combines the Bt traits found in Herculex XTRA and VT Triple Pro. This product will include several Bt traits, with multiple toxins providing control of some key pests and with a broader overall spectrum of pest control. Additionally, there will be a reduction in the refuge requirement with the product. Growers should carefully consider how the pest-control benefits of this product balance against seed costs when deciding what to plant in 2011.