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Don’t Let Stress Steal Your Yield

Apr 24, 2025

Voyagro® Delivers Proven Stress Protection and Yield Gains

As unpredictable weather continues to challenge growers across the Midwest, many are turning to Voyagro® biostimulant fertilizer as a trusted tool to help crops overcome environmental stress. Now in its 11th year of successful use, Voyagro is backed by solid data and field-proven results.

Voyagro helps plants combat abiotic stress—the kind caused by non-living factors like drought, heat, and nutrient deficiency. The formula combines potassium with amino acids and peptides to move essential compounds within the plant, especially proline, which plays a critical role in stress defense.

“Voyagro activates the plant’s internal stress response,” said a WinField United agronomist. “It helps produce proline right where it’s needed, keeping crops growing even when conditions turn tough.”

Field Data Supports Consistent Performance

In trials conducted over six years at more than 300 locations, Voyagro delivered an average corn yield increase of 2.7 buschels per acre, with a strong win rate and a low p-value indicating reliable results. Additional studies showed significant boosts in both root development and plant biomass under stress.

Flexible Application for Corn and Alfalfa

Growers can apply Voyagro at 4 - 16oz/acre on corn (V4 - V12 stage) and 8oz/acre on alfalfa prior to first cutting. It is compatible with most crop protection programs and performs even better when paired with a quality micronutrient product to enhance nutrient movement.

Be Prepared for the Season Ahead

Experts recommend stocking Voyagro early, so it’s ready to apply at the first signs of stress. Whether it’s extreme heat, saturated soils, or nutrient deficiency, Voyagro provides an affordable, effective tool to protect your crop’s yield potential.

Contact your local Premier agronomist to learn more.

**This article was provided by Winfield United**

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