An easier way to grow cotton

Bollgard® 3 is latest generation technology, reducing the need to spray for Helicoverpa spp.

Bollgard 2
  • cry1ac
  • cry2ab
Bollgard3
  • cry1ac
  • cry2ab
  • vip3a

The addition of a third protein, Vip3A, reinforces the Bt proteins found in Bollgard II® – Cry1Ac and Cry2Ab. Three proteins will increase the longevity of the technology as each provides a different mode of action or ‘kill’ Helicoverpa spp. larvae in a different way.

The value of Bollgard 3 for the Australian cotton industry

Dr Kristen Knight Entomologist, Bayer
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Bollgard 3 an easier way to grow cotton

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Increased Planting Window Flexibility

Reduced Refuge Requirements

  • Decreased refuge area requirements allowing for greater area and resources to be dedicated to growing productive cotton.
  • Calculate your refuge requirements: Bollgard 3 Refuge Calculator

Reduced Pupae Busting Requirements

  • Greater opportunity to preserve soil moisture for following crops.
  • Pupae busting is only required for fields where defoliation occurs after 31 March.

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