Boost Corn Production with the Next Generation of Nitrification Inhibition Experience Exchange Panel

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1 Boost Corn Production with the Next Generation of Nitrification Inhibition Experience Exchange Panel Participant Materials Sponsored by: Koch Agronomic Services Note: If disconnected, call Beck Ag, Inc.

2 Moderator Mike received his agronomy training at the University of Illinois, and business management training at Purdue Krannert School while working for Pioneer. Michael Davis After more than thirty years with Pioneer, he retired and moved to the dairy and orchard country of Vermont. Mike and his son raise Scottish Highlander cattle for the grass-fed beef market and sell breeding stock. He is also active in SCORE, a national organization of businessmen and women who volunteer to provide counseling to local small businesses. 1

3 Panel Members Kelly Nelson, Ph.D. Professor of Agronomy, Division of Plant Sciences University of Missouri Greg Schwab, Ph.D., CPAg Director of Agronomy Koch Agronomic Services Stacey Wertz, Ph.D. Sr. Research Chemist Koch Agronomic Services 2

4 To Join the Discussion Go to Joinwebinar.com Type in the 9 digit ID and your address To ask questions during the discussion: 1.Press Star 1 on your touchtone phone and the operator will open your line so you can ask your question directly to the panelists. 2.For webinar participants: Type in a question online and the moderator will present your question to the panelists. 3

5 Protecting Nitrogen Investment in Corn Production

6 The Nitrogen Cycle The nitrogen cycle is a complex system that can leave nitrogen fertilizer susceptible to loss. Source: Koch Agronomic Services 4

7 Primary Sources of Nitrogen Loss Denitrification Occurs when soils become saturated and nitrate nitrogen is converted to gaseous forms. The nitrogen diffuses out of the soil and is lost into the atmosphere. Nitrate Leaching Occurs when negatively charged nitrate is moved below the plant s root zone by percolating water. Ammonia volatilization Occurs when urea hydrolyzes on or near the soil surface and ammonia gas is lost into the atmosphere. Source: Lamb, John A, et al. Understanding Nitrogen in Soils. Understanding Nitrogen in Soils: Nitrogen: Nutrient Management: Agriculture: University of Minnesota Extension, University of Minnesota, 2014, Koch Agronomic Services 5

8 Understanding Nitrification The conversion of ammonia to nitrate occurs in three steps: Ammonia Ammonium Nitrate The goal of nitrification inhibitors: Slow the conversion of ammonium to nitrate to prevent nitrogen loss by inhibiting AMO, which is found within the Nitrosomonas bacteria. Source: Koch Agronomic Services 6

9 CENTURO Nitrification Inhibitor for Anhydrous Ammonia and UAN.

10 CENTURO Nitrogen Stabilizer CENTURO nitrogen stabilizer is a next-generation nitrification inhibitor for anhydrous ammonia and UAN featuring a patented active ingredient. The first nitrification inhibitor registered by the EPA in more than 40 years, CENTURO provides a research-proven solution for stabilizing anhydrous ammonia and UAN applications. CENTURO offers highly effective below-ground nitrogen protection and unequalled flexibility in an easy-to-handle solution. Source: Koch Agronomic Services. Always read and follow label instructions. CENTURO is not registered for sale or use in all states. Contact your state pesticide regulatory agency to determine if a product is registered for sale or use in your state. 7

11 CENTURO Molecule CENTURO nitrogen stabilizer contains a new active ingredient, Pronitridine, with a unique molecular structure that inhibits AMO. It is the first new nitrification inhibitor to receive FIFRA registration from the EPA in more than 40 years. Brand new molecules These large components were specifically added to bind to soil US Patent: 9,440,890 CAS #: Source: Koch Agronomic Services Always read and follow label instructions. CENTURO is not registered for sale or use in all states. Contact your state pesticide regulatory agency to determine if a product is registered for sale or use in your state. 8

12 CENTURO Mode of Action Research suggests the active ingredient in CENTURO nitrogen stabilizer exhibits nitrification inhibition by temporarily occupying the active site or altering the enzyme so the enzyme cannot oxidize ammonia. CENTURO is bacteriostatic. CENTURO will compete with the ammonia substrate to occupy AMO s active site. By blocking the active site, it slows the conversion of ammonium to nitrate allowing more nitrogen to be available for plant uptake. AMO is an enzyme found in the Nitrosomonas bacteria, which facilitates the conversion of ammonia to nitrate during the nitrification process. Source: Koch Agronomic Services. Always read and follow label instructions. CENTURO is not registered for sale or use in all states. Contact your state pesticide regulatory agency to determine if a product is registered for sale or use in your state. 9

13 CENTURO Mode of Action Benefits CENTURO nitrogen stabilizer holds the nitrogen in the ammonium state three times longer than untreated ammonia.** Fall-applied anhydrous is more stable for a longer period of time, allowing maximum availability for spring. Applying in the spring minimizes potential losses to leaching and denitrification from rain before crop establishment. Graph is derived from the Nutrient Management for Agronomic Crops in Nebraska (Tim Shaver, p.7) and the International Fertilizer Development Center study Quantifying the Effects of Nitrification Inhibitors and Rates of Inhibitor Application on Nitrogen Transformations and Soil Acidification at 24 C on Greenville Loam conducted on behalf of Koch Agronomic Services. ** Results may vary based on a number of factors, including environmental conditions Source: Koch Agronomic Services. Always read and follow label instructions. CENTURO is not registered for sale or use in all states. Contact your state pesticide regulatory agency to determine if a product is registered for sale or use in your state. 10

14 How Does CENTURO Compare to Other Options? CENTURO Mode of Action Effect on Bacteria Solvent System Loss Mechanism Competitive + Non-competitive inhibition* Bacteriostatic Water Chemical breakdown to nutrients in soil Regeneration Once product breaks down, bacteria go back to normal *Research suggests the active ingredient in CENTURO nitrogen stabilizer exhibits nitrification inhibition by temporarily occupying the active site or altering the enzyme so that it cannot oxidize ammonia. Source: Koch Agronomic Services. Always read and follow label instructions. CENTURO is not registered for sale or use in all states. Contact your state pesticide regulatory agency to determine if a product is registered for sale or use in your state. 11

15 CENTURO Increased Yield & Nitrogen Use Efficiency Across a two-year study with four site locations in Nebraska, Illinois and Missouri: CENTURO Improved Corn Yield Average of 8 Replicated Trials (NE, IL, MO) CENTURO increased the nitrogen use efficiency (NUE) of anhydrous by up to 25%. Fall-applied CENTURO treated ammonia increased corn yield by an average of 8 bu/acre over untreated fall ammonia. Fall-applied CENTURO treated ammonia outperformed untreated spring anhydrous ammonia by an average of 7 bu/acre. Spring-applied CENTURO treated ammonia increased corn yield by an average of 7 bu/acre compared to untreated spring ammonia. b a a b a a N rate for all bars is 70% recommended rate Bars with the same letter are not significantly different (p<0.10) The underlying data was provided by University of Nebraska, University of Missouri, and the Illinois Fertilizer and Chemical Association under Research Trial Financial Support Agreements with Koch Agronomic Services, LLC. Neither the universities or institutions, nor the individual researchers referenced, endorse or recommend any product or service. Results may vary based on a number of factors including environmental conditions. Improvements in yield, nutrient use efficiency and nitrate leaching may not be observed in all cases. Source: Koch Agronomic Services. Always read and follow label instructions. CENTURO is not registered for sale or use in all states. Contact your state pesticide regulatory agency to determine if a product is registered for sale or use in your state. 12

16 Corn Yield (bu/acre) Spring-Applied CENTURO Anhydrous Ammonia Research University of Nebraska Anhydrous Ammonia Trials b a Spring 2016 Untreated CENTURO Nitrapyrin N rate was 145 lbs N/a for all treatments. N rate for all bars is 70% recommended rate. Bars with the same letter are not significantly different (p<0.10) The underlying data was provided by University of Nebraska under Research Trial Financial Support Agreements with Koch Agronomic Services, LLC. Neither the universities or institutions, nor the individual researchers referenced, endorse or recommend any product or service. Results may vary based on a number of factors including environmental conditions. Improvements in yield, nutrient use efficiency and nitrate leaching may not be observed in all cases. a Source: Koch Agronomic Services. Always read and follow label instructions. CENTURO is not registered for sale or use in all states. Contact your state pesticide regulatory agency to determine if a product is registered for sale or use in your state. 13

17 Corn Yield (bu/acre) CENTURO Treated Anhydrous Ammonia Research and 2017 Illinois Anhydrous Ammonia Trials c Untreated CENTURO Nitrapyrin a b Average corn yield of both fall and spring applications across four site years. N rate was 100 lbs N/a for all treatments. N rate for all bars is 70% recommended rate. Bars with the same letter are not significantly different (p<0.10). The underlying data was provided by the Illinois Fertilizer and Chemical Association under Research Trial Financial Support Agreements with Koch Agronomic Services, LLC. Neither the universities or institutions, nor the individual researchers referenced, endorse or recommend any product or service. Results may vary based on a number of factors including environmental conditions. Improvements in yield, nutrient use efficiency and nitrate leaching may not be observed in all cases. Source: Koch Agronomic Services. Always read and follow label instructions. CENTURO is not registered for sale or use in all states. Contact your state pesticide regulatory agency to determine if a product is registered for sale or use in your state. 14

18 Total Annual NO 3 - Nitrogen Load (lb./acre) Leaching from CENTURO Treated Fall NH 3 vs. Untreated Spring NH & 2017 Iowa State University Nitrate Leaching Studies Untreated NH 3 CENTURO + NH 3 a ab b b a a a a Fall Spring Fall Spring N rate was 150 lb. N/a for all treatments. Bars within a year with the same letter are not statistically different (p<0.05). The underlying data was provided by Iowa State University under a Research Trial Financial Support Agreement with Koch Agronomic Services, LLC and neither the Iowa State University, nor the individual researchers referenced, endorse or recommend any product or service. Results may vary based on a number of factors including environmental conditions. Improvements in yield, nutrient use efficiency and nitrate leaching may not be observed in all cases. Source: Koch Agronomic Services. Always read and follow label instructions. CENTURO is not registered for sale or use in all states. Contact your state pesticide regulatory agency to determine if a product is registered for sale or use in your state. 15

19 How to Use CENTURO.

20 Research Proven Application of CENTURO Application: CENTURO nitrogen stabilizer can be used for canola, corn, cotton, rice, small grains, sorghum, and wheat where a nitrification inhibitor is needed and the fertilizer nitrogen is placed on or below the soil surface. The product is intended to be used on a variety of field crops, which may be characterized as typical field crops or high acre field crops. Refer to product label for a list of permitted crops and additional details. Can be applied as a surface broadcast prior to crop emergence. After emergence, place in a band on or below the soil surface Apply only pre-plant, at-plant, or very early season side dress Applications will be made via ground equipment only. Rate: Application rate of 5 gallons/ton of anhydrous ammonia and 2.5 gallons/ton of UAN. Do not exceed 3 gallons of product per acre per year. Source: Koch Agronomic Services. Always read and follow label instructions. CENTURO is not registered for sale or use in all states. Contact your state pesticide regulatory agency to determine if a product is registered for sale or use in your state. 16

21 CENTURO Technical Characteristics Appearance Viscosity Stability in storage Stability in ammonia Clear Liquid 35 centipoise (similar to whole milk) 2 years 2 years Warm weather stability Can withstand 110 F Cold weather stability Freeze point is sub 0 F Transportation stability Product is not regulated by the DOT Source: Koch Agronomic Services. Always read and follow label instructions. CENTURO is not registered for sale or use in all states. Contact your state pesticide regulatory agency to determine if a product is registered for sale or use in your state. 17

22 CENTURO Noncorrosive Formulation CENTURO nitrogen stabilizer is noncorrosive to the metals used in anhydrous and UAN equipment, minimizing the time and costs associated with equipment, maintenance, replacement and downtime. CENTURO does not require stainless steel tanks. CENTURO does not swell O-rings used in common anhydrous ammonia equipment, which means it can remain in tanks over time without effecting their operation. Source: Koch Agronomic Services. Always read and follow label instructions. CENTURO is not registered for sale or use in all states. Contact your state pesticide regulatory agency to determine if a product is registered for sale or use in your state. 18

23 Ease of Blending CENTURO with Anhydrous Ammonia CENTURO can be blended with anhydrous ammonia at both the nurse tank and on the applicator. For the nurse tank, CENTURO can be added before, after or while tank is being filled with anhydrous ammonia. For the applicator blending, CENTURO can be added using a sidekick type mixing system or any other addition system. Proper pump systems can treat one ton of ammonia with CENTURO in less than one minute. Source: Koch Agronomic Services. Always read and follow label instructions. CENTURO is not registered for sale or use in all states. Contact your state pesticide regulatory agency to determine if a product is registered for sale or use in your state. 19

24 CENTURO Comparison CENTURO N-Serve Blue: 1 Health: Slightly Hazardous Red: 0 Flammable: Will not burn Health: 2 - May be harmful if inhaled or absorbed (inhalation effects may include headache, dizziness and drowsiness, progressing to incoordination and unconsciousness) Flammability: 2 - Combustible liquid flash point of 100 F to 200 F (flash point is 104 F). Source: N-SERVE Safety Data Sheet Source: Koch Agronomic Services. Always read and follow label instructions. CENTURO is not registered for sale or use in all states. Contact your state pesticide regulatory agency to determine if a product is registered for sale or use in your state. 20

25 Value of CENTURO.

26 Effective Anhydrous Ammonia Nitrogen Protection Made Easy CENTURO nitrogen stabilizer gives growers an easy-to-handle, effective nitrification inhibitor solution. Proven to help reduce nitrate leaching and optimize nitrogenuse efficiency and yield potential. Noncorrosive to the metals used with UAN and anhydrous ammonia equipment, reducing downtime and potential damage to equipment. Flexible storage options and will not salt out. Source: Koch Agronomic Services. Always read and follow label instructions. CENTURO is not registered for sale or use in all states. Contact your state pesticide regulatory agency to determine if a product is registered for sale or use in your state. 22

27 For More Information Contact your retailer today to get started. To learn more, visit CENTURO.com Always read and follow label instructions. CENTURO is not registered for sale or use in all states. Contact your state pesticide regulatory agency to determine if a product is registered for sale or use in your state. Results may vary based on a number of factors including environmental conditions. Improvements in yield, nutrient use efficiency and nitrate leaching may not be observed in all cases. CENTURO and the CENTURO logo are trademarks of Koch Agronomic Services, LLC. Koch and the Koch logo are trademarks of Koch Industries, Inc. N-Serve are trademarks of Dow AgroSciences or an affiliated company of Dow Beck Ag, Inc. 23

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