In modern farming yield matters still matters, as well as looking after your soil health. Farmers and agronomists are constantly evaluating new innovations that look after the soil, enhance plant health and establishment, and importantly deliver measurable returns on investment. Recent independent and company-led trials confirm that Surge, our next-generation biological seed treatment, is a breakthrough innovation.
Surge
Enhancing soil health
The strains of elite UK-grown bacillus found in Surge have been chosen for their ability to work harmoniously with one another to improve the soil. Surge actually fixes nitrogen, reducing the total amount of synthetic N required. And it has been further developed to solubilise P in the soil, an essential need for sustainable crop growing.
What is Surge?
Surge is a cutting-edge biological seed treatment powered by three strains of elite UK-grown Bacillus. They work in harmony with one another and are proven to boost early plant establishment, enhance nutrient uptake through stronger roots, and improve stress resilience. The bacteria work to solubilise P in the soil, as well as fixing Nitrogen. Meanwhile, the micronutrient package included in Surge further aids establishment and root development. Surge’s advanced blend is designed to reliably improve your crop by unlocking more from every seed, whilst reducing your reliance on synthetic inputs.
Proven Performance in Independent Trials
This season, Surge was evaluated in different replicated field trials across multiple geographies and soil types. Field data from these trials demonstrated examples of:
4% higher yields compared to untreated seed
4% higher yields compared to Nuello iN commercial seed treatment
This backs up our aggregated trials data that has shown on average a 4-5% improvment on yields vs a control without a seed treatment.
Mode of Action and Technical Advantages of using Surge
Surge is built on advanced microbial and biochemical technologies that create
multiple pathways for improving plant performance:
– Rhizosphere Enhancement: Surge contains beneficial microbial strains that colonize the root zone, establishing a symbiotic environment that promotes quick establishment and a healthier plant.
– Root Biomass Development: Trials measured increases in early root biomass, improving plants’ ability to access deeper water and nutrient reserves.
– Nutrient Mineralisation: By stimulating microbial activity, Surge enhances the conversion of organic matter into plant-available forms of nitrogen, phosphorus, and micronutrients.
– Symbiotic Relationship of Nutrients and Biology: Surge is unique in its development of micronutrition living side-by-side with the
Additional Benefits Beyond Yield
While yield is the most visible outcome, agronomic data also highlight other advantages:
– Uniform Emergence: Surge improves stand establishment consistency.
– Economic Return: Economic analysis based on trial yields and commodity pricing indicates an average ROI of 4:1 for growers adopting Surge.
Compatibility: Surge has been tested for compatibility with common insecticide and fungicide seed treatments, showing no reduction in efficacy when applied in combination.
Grower and Researcher Feedback
Agronomists and independent reports from our trials show that Surge delivers measurable improvements, without requiring additional application passes. Farmers observed healthier, more resilient stands that carried through to harvest, especially under stress-prone conditions.
Ready to use Surge in Your Operation?
With statistically significant yield gains and multiple benefits across different enviornments, Surge fits the bill for growers looking for scientific innovation, balanced against known micronutrient benefits. If you are looking to maximize efficiency, improve sustainability, and enhance profitability, then Surge offers a proven product.
Learn more about Surge, its mode of action, and integration into your crop management plan by visiting our website or contacting our technical agronomy team today.