Our Sustainable Innovation Glossary Table defines thresholds by product type. Each product below lists only the criteria where it meets or exceeds the relevant threshold; products must also meet internal "no decline" guardrails across all criteria.
Rinskor™ active CP
Description
Helps farmers control a broad spectrum of weeds, including resistant weeds, at very low use rates compared to other commonly used herbicides.
Use cases
Broadleaf, grass, and sedge weed control
References
Key Sustainable Innovation criteria that met thresholds
Novel or underutilized mode of action in target market for resistance management
Reduced risk to groundwater relative to midpoint of competitive standard range
Use rate in target crop at <100 g/ha
Reduced environmental persistence relative to midpoint of competitive standard range
Reduced risk to non-target organisms relative to midpoint of competitive standard range
Reklemel™ active CP
Description
Selective nematicide that targets plant-parasitic nematodes without disrupting soil’s beneficial organisms. Registered under EPA’s updated policy with Endangered Species Act assessments.
Use cases
Plant-parasitic nematode control
References
Key Sustainable Innovation criteria that met thresholds
Novel or underutilized mode of action in target market for resistance management
Reduced risk to groundwater relative to midpoint of competitive standard range
Use rate in target crop at <100 g/ha
Reduced environmental persistence relative to midpoint of competitive standard range
Reduced risk to non-target organisms relative to midpoint of competitive standard range
Arylex™ active CP
Description
Herbicide that controls broadleaf weeds in various crops. Works in diverse environmental conditions, degrades rapidly in soil, allowing for more crop rotation and cover crop options.
Use cases
Broadleaf weed control
References
Key Sustainable Innovation criteria that met thresholds
Novel or underutilized mode of action in target market for resistance management
Reduced risk to groundwater relative to midpoint of competitive standard range
Use rate in target crop at <100 g/ha
Reduced environmental persistence relative to midpoint of competitive standard range
Reduced risk to non-target organisms relative to midpoint of competitive standard range
Adavelt™ active CP
Description
First broad-spectrum picolinamide fungicide against ascomycetes pathogens in major crops worldwide. Offers preventative and curative efficacy, providing consistent plant protection and flexibility in crop management.
Use cases
Broad-spectrum disease control
References
Key Sustainable Innovation criteria that met thresholds
Novel or underutilized mode of action in target market for resistance management
Reduced risk to groundwater relative to midpoint of competitive standard range
Use rate in target crop at <100 g/ha
Reduced environmental persistence relative to midpoint of competitive standard range
Reduced risk to non-target organisms relative to midpoint of competitive standard range
Conkesta E3® soybeans CP, S
Description
Delivers innovation in seed, chemistry formulations, and stewardship. It provides farmers with a much-needed solution to increase their harvest while addressing complex challenges such as insect resistance.
Use cases
Provides the flexibility needed in soybean program weed control
References
Key Sustainable Innovation criteria that met thresholds
Improve yield measured by genetic gain
Improve crop productivity per unit of water, compared to current standard
Improve or sustain safety on non-target organisms
PowerCore® Enlist® corn CP, S
Description
Comprehensive trait package for above-ground pests and weed management. Features three modes of action against above- ground insect pests for broad-spectrum and long-lasting control. Tolerance to multiple herbicides – including glyphosate, glufosinate, 2,4-D choline, and FOPS – gives flexibility in herbicide choice and management practices to help maximize yield.
Use cases
Controls above-ground insects and the toughest weeds all season long
References
Key Sustainable Innovation criteria that met thresholds
Improve yield measured by genetic gain
Improve crop productivity per unit of water, compared to current standard
Improve or sustain safety on non-target organisms
Vorceed™ Enlist® corn CP, S
Description
Corn that combines next-generation corn rootworm protection with the power of the Enlist weed control system to give farmers the flexibility to manage the toughest insects and weeds with minimal physical drift.
Use cases
Three modes of action to manage corn rootworm in the corn seed
Enlist weed control system
References
Key Sustainable Innovation criteria that met thresholds
Improve yield measured by genetic gain
Improve crop productivity per unit of water, compared to current standard
Improve or sustain safety on non-target organisms
Optimum® GLY canola CP, S
Description
Advanced herbicide-tolerant trait technology in canola. It delivers excellent yield potential and agronomic trait performance, improved crop safety, enhanced weed control, and a wider window of application.
Use cases
Enables flexibility in herbicide timing
Broader spectrum weed control
Improved crop safety
References
Key Sustainable Innovation criteria that met thresholds
Improve yield measured by genetic gain
Improve crop productivity per unit of water, compared to current standard
Improve or sustain safety on non-target organisms
Pyraxalt™ active CP
Description
Highly selective and effective option for planthopper control in rice. When used early in the season and once economic threshold has been reached, Pyraxalt protects rice against planthopper infestation for up to 21 days, helping farmers improve yield.
Use cases
Controls planthoppers in rice
References
Key Sustainable Innovation criteria that met thresholds
Novel or underutilized mode of action in target market for resistance management
Reduced risk to groundwater relative to midpoint of competitive standard range
Use rate in target crop at <100 g/ha
Reduced environmental persistence relative to midpoint of competitive standard range
Reduced risk to non-target organisms relative to midpoint of competitive standard range
Inatreq™ active CP
Description
A naturally-derived fungicide for cereal crops and bananas. With optimized formulation and uniform leaf surface coverage, Inatreq active offers low usage rates and fast biodegradation with application flexibility and superior efficacy – improving yield potential with long residual performance for preventative treatments.
Use cases
Fungicide for wheat and banana crops
References
Key Sustainable Innovation criteria that met thresholds
Novel or underutilized mode of action in target market for resistance management
Reduced risk to groundwater relative to midpoint of competitive standard range
Use rate in target crop at <100 g/ha
Reduced environmental persistence relative to midpoint of competitive standard range
Reduced risk to non-target organisms relative to midpoint of competitive standard range
Plenish® high-oleic soybeans S
Description
A soybean that produces an oil with exceptional stability and improved nutrition, suitable for food service and food manufacturing applications without the need for hydrogenation, a process traditionally needed to stabilize the oil that leads to trans fat content. As a result, this oil has become an industry standard, with less saturated fat and one of the highest amounts of heart-healthy monounsaturated fat available in soy. LCA has demonstrated that the increased stability and life of the oil in restaurant use can reduce key environmental impacts compared with conventional oils. Internal research also demonstrates longer shelf life in packaged goods.
Use cases
Healthier soybean oil
References
Key Sustainable Innovation criteria that met thresholds
Improve yield measured by genetic gain
Improve crop productivity per unit of water, compared to current standard
Improve or sustain safety on non-target organisms
Optimum® AQUAmax® hybrids S
Description
A corn hybrid with key native traits to help improve performance in water-limited environments and protect against yield loss, regardless of that season’s growing conditions.
Use cases
Protects corn against drought stress
References
Key Sustainable Innovation criteria that met thresholds
Improve yield measured by genetic gain
Improve crop productivity per unit of water, compared to current standard
Improve or sustain safety on non-target organisms
Winter canola S
Description
Adding winter canola to a rotation provides a cover crop that can enhance soil health by holding more nutrients, water, and carbon in the soil.
Use cases
Second crop for biofuel production
Cover crop that can hold more nutrients, water, and carbon for greater soil health
References
Key Sustainable Innovation criteria that met thresholds
Enable a reduction in greenhouse gases vs baseline standard production
Improve or sustain safety on non-target organisms
CP = Crop Protection S = Seed