Key Takeaways
- Pivot Bio has introduced PROVEN® G3, its third-generation nitrogen-fixing solution for corn, with commercial availability expected in 2026 pending state registrations.
- PROVEN G3 is the first in the PROVEN product line to feature multiple modes of action, aiming to improve nitrogen-use efficiency and nutrient uptake.
- Pivot Bio is conducting its largest farmer demonstration to date, spanning over 300 locations, to assess product performance and consistency at scale.
- Recent peer-reviewed research from Wisconsin and Purdue universities confirms that Pivot Bio’s gene-edited microbes fix nitrogen from the air, even in the presence of synthetic fertilizers.
- The company is also expanding its product offerings to the cotton sector with CERT-N™, a nitrogen-fixing solution designed for cotton growers.
Pivot Bio Expands Nitrogen Management Options with PROVEN® G3
A New Nitrogen-Fixing Solution for Corn Growers
Pivot Bio has announced the launch of PROVEN® G3, its latest nitrogen-fixing microbial solution for corn. The product builds on the company’s existing PROVEN® 40 nitrogen-fixing technology, which has been applied to millions of acres across the U.S. Pending state approvals, PROVEN G3 is expected to be commercially available in 2026.
PROVEN G3 incorporates multiple modes of action designed to enhance nitrogen-use efficiency and improve nutrient uptake.
“PROVEN G3 enhances our nitrogen-fixing technology by incorporating a microbe blend that improves nutrient uptake,” said Ryan Van Roekel, Ph.D., commercial agronomy leader at Pivot Bio. “It is designed to work within farmers’ existing nitrogen programs and provide a consistent source of nitrogen.”
Designed for Field-Specific Adaptability
The company states that PROVEN G3 was developed to offer flexibility across different field conditions, soil types, and nutrient management systems.
“Every farm has unique nutrient requirements, and PROVEN G3 was designed to adapt to these variations,” Van Roekel said. “The goal is to provide a nitrogen source that integrates efficiently into current fertility programs.”
To assess the product’s performance, Pivot Bio is conducting its largest farmer demonstration to date, covering over 300 locations across the U.S.
Pivot Bio Research and Field Trials
Pivot Bio states that its gene-edited microbes have been evaluated in peer-reviewed studies. Research from Wisconsin and Purdue universities, published in Scientific Reports, indicates that the company’s microbes fix nitrogen from the air and deliver it directly to plant roots, even when synthetic fertilizers are present.
Additionally, a three-year study from the University of Illinois evaluated the absorption of nitrogen from the atmosphere in crops utilizing the company’s nitrogen-fixing technology.
Pivot Bio Expands Product Offerings Beyond Corn
Alongside the introduction of PROVEN G3, Pivot Bio has expanded its nitrogen-fixing technology into the cotton sector with CERT-N™, a product designed for cotton growers.
With ongoing research and product trials, Pivot Bio continues to develop nitrogen management solutions aimed at reducing reliance on synthetic fertilizers while maintaining crop productivity. PROVEN G3 represents the company’s latest effort to provide nitrogen alternatives tailored to various farming conditions.
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