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WWW.POTATOGROWER.COM 11 BioSafe BT NOW Insecticide BioSafe Systems announces the release of BT NOW, an aqueous, biological insecticide labeled to control various Lepidoptera pests in a wide variety of crops. Its formula consists of Bacillus thuringiensis ssp. kurstaki (Btk) strain EVB-113-19, a new variation of the Btk bacterium that targets the Lepidoptera insect while being easy on many beneficials and pollinators. This specialized Btk strain makes BT NOW a highly effective resistance management tool that is compatible with many commonly used pesticides, fertilizers and adjuvants. Within hours of application, the effected young pests will cease feeding and die from starvation in two to five days. BT NOW works by providing insecticidal endotoxins called cry toxins that disperse in the pest's digestive tract. These toxins bind to the insect's midgut receptors, immediately disrupting and paralyzing certain digestive functions. Feeding stops soon after application of BT NOW, ensuring the longevity of the crop under heavy Lepidoptera pest pressure. Contact BioSafe Systems at (888) 273-3088 or www.biosafesystems.com. 4074-12CraryIndustries12h.indd 1 1/24/20 4:04 PM Lindsay, Farmers Edge Expand Digital Partnership Lindsay Corporation and Farmers Edge have announced a plan to connect and digitize 2 million irrigated acres by the end of 2021. The companies will integrate their digital platforms to provide their growers and dealer networks with a first-of-its- kind, fully connected crop management solution. As part of the strategic initiative, Farmers Edge will provide Lindsay access to both high-resolution satellite imagery and the most comprehensive field-centric dataset available in the industry. Syncing Lindsay's market-leading irrigation management platform—FieldNET Advisor—with the Farmers Edge's fully-integrated, AI-driven farm management platform— FarmCommand—creates an exclusive opportunity for growers to access digital tools that deliver real-time information to control pivots and monitor crop health, along with advanced predictive models to help identify issues. The combination of digital platforms enables growers to make more informed water management decisions to optimize applications and yield potential. For more information about FieldNET technology, talk to a local Zimmatic dealer or visit www.myfieldnet.com. For more information about Farmers Edge precision digital solutions, visit www.FarmersEdgeUSA.com.