ILeVO: The Only Seed Treatment for Soybean Sudden Death Syndrome & Nematode Activity
Soybean Sudden Death Syndrome crop losses can range from 20% to 70% with average national losses at 35 million bushels per year; of course, you want to make sure you have an extra line of defense against this growing threat. ILeVO is the only seed treatment for SDS as well as nematode activity, two of the most yield-damaging pests.
Because there isn’t chemical treatment options or seed varieties that offer complete SDS protection, ILeVO is a great way to add peace of mind when it comes to planting soybeans, even early in the season. This early season protection can diminish not only the severity of the disease later on, but the occurrence altogether.
ILeVO protects the soybean root system early against Fusarium Virguliforme, the SDS fungus, and kills soil borne nematodes (soybean cyst, root-knot, reniform, root lesion, and lance) in the seed zone. Fusarium root rot is also controlled at the initial infection site. With ILeVO you get immediate protection; the active ingredient is absorbed by the germinating seed from the moment it is planted. ILeVO then moves into the seedling’s roots, cotyledons, and the developing leaves.
Even in areas prone to SDS, ILeVO keeps plants healthier which equates to higher yield potential. When paired with SDS-resistant seed varieties, you can expect even higher yield potentials as well! For an overall soybean protection plan, use ILeVO with Poncho/Votivo for ultimate control against SDS, nematodes, and insects.
According to Bayer research data, ILeVO prompted yield increases from 2 to 10 bushels per acre more than other fungicide/insecticide seed treatments. Many trials also illustrated yield increases even in fields that aren’t showing visual signs of Sudden Death. Just like anything else, we wanted to test ILeVO for ourselves. On top of experiencing stark visual differences, our 2015 results showed yield improvements. When compared to our control group of Fungicide/Insecticide-treated beans, the ILeVO group had averaged 10.6 bushels per acre more!
To get maximum SDS & nematode protection, ask your Stutsman sales rep about getting your seed treated with ILeVO. Want to experience the Stutsman Difference for the first time? Meet our Agronomists and learn more about our services here.
Sources: ILeVO Product Information. (2016, February 4). Retrieved from www.cropscience.bayer.us/products/seedgrowth/ilevo