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Dig deeper into the science, strategies and solutions behind nitrogen loss
Nitrogen is one of your most valuable inputs — and one of the most at risk. Below the Surface is your destination for trusted insights into how nitrogen stabilizers can help protect your investment, reduce environmental loss and maximize yield potential.
Whether you're a farmer making input decisions or a retailer supporting customers, you'll find practical agronomic guidance, product insights, field data and real-world success stories that go beyond the basics — getting to what really matters below the surface.
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Build your nitrogen knowledge
from the ground up
Whether you’re new to nitrogen stabilizers or brushing up on the fundamentals, this section offers straightforward explanations of how stabilizers work, why they matter and how they fit into a modern fertility plan.
Explore the topics that matter — season after season
From best practices in nitrogen management to tips for optimizing stabilizer use, these articles deliver timely, practical insights you can apply in the field or at the counter.
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See nitrogen stabilizers in action
Get a closer look at how nitrogen stabilizers work, hear from retailers and farmers in the field, and discover how small changes can make a big impact — above and below the surface.
Corteva Agriscience Nitrogen Stabilizer Trial Review
Join Jeff Meyer, Corteva Agriscience crop protection territory manger and Joe Bolte, Corteva Agriscience market development specialist as they review a nitrogen stabilizer trial in Bellflower, MO.
Corteva Agriscience Nitrogen Stabilizer Trial Review
Join Jeff Meyer, Corteva Agriscience crop protection territory manger and Joe Bolte, Corteva Agriscience market development specialist as they review a nitrogen stabilizer trial in Bellflower, MO.
Illinois grower: why I use a nitrogen stabilizer
See why Tyler Wiltfang, Illinois grower, uses a trusted nitrogen stabilizer to protect nitrogen applications and the environment.
Illinois grower: why I use a nitrogen stabilizer
See why Tyler Wiltfang, Illinois grower, uses a trusted nitrogen stabilizer to protect nitrogen applications and the environment.
N-Serve® Nitrogen Stabilizer Out-yields the Competition
Illinois corn farmer Doug Winter says he tested N-Serve® nitrogen stabilizer against a different product. He says the yield results put N-Serve far above the competition.
N-Serve® Nitrogen Stabilizer Out-yields the Competition
Illinois corn farmer Doug Winter says he tested N-Serve® nitrogen stabilizer against a different product. He says the yield results put N-Serve far above the competition.
Working with customers to keep nitrogen available all season
Fertilizer timing and application methods vary, yet all Seward Ag Supply customers share the same goal: Ensure nitrogen availability to maximize yield potential. See why this retailer recommends Instinct NXTGEN® nitrogen stabilizer with UAN applicati
Working with customers to keep nitrogen available all season
Fertilizer timing and application methods vary, yet all Seward Ag Supply customers share the same goal: Ensure nitrogen availability to maximize yield potential. See why this retailer recommends Instinct NXTGEN® nitrogen stabilizer with UAN applicati
Conversations that go beyond the basics
Tune in as agronomists, retailers, and producers dig into nitrogen strategy, soil health, and seasonal advice. Listen anytime, anywhere.
Maximize Nitrogen: Tips from Corteva's Taylor Ferguson on N-Serve & Instinct | Farm4Profit Podcast
Join us for several quick but powerful Nutrient Maximizer Segments on the Farm4Profit Podcast with Taylor Ferguson from @Corteva. Discover why nitrogen stabilizers like N-Serve and Instinct are essential to keep your costly nutrients where they belong—ready for your crops when they need them most. Taylor shares expert insights, tips, and tricks to make sure both you and your equipment are prepared for the upcoming fall and spring application seasons. Don't miss out on these practical strategies to optimize your nitrogen use and maximize yields!
Maximize Nitrogen: Tips from Corteva's Taylor Ferguson on N-Serve & Instinct | Farm4Profit Podcast
Join us for several quick but powerful Nutrient Maximizer Segments on the Farm4Profit Podcast with Taylor Ferguson from @Corteva. Discover why nitrogen stabilizers like N-Serve and Instinct are essential to keep your costly nutrients where they belong—ready for your crops when they need them most. Taylor shares expert insights, tips, and tricks to make sure both you and your equipment are prepared for the upcoming fall and spring application seasons. Don't miss out on these practical strategies to optimize your nitrogen use and maximize yields!
Maximizing Your Nitrogen Investment with Stabilizers | What's Working in Ag with Corteva
In this What's Working in Ag segment, Andrew from Corteva shares key insights to help you prepare for fall and spring nitrogen applications. Nitrogen is one of the largest inputs in crop production, making it crucial to protect your investment. Andrew discusses how nitrogen stabilizers like N-Serve and Instinct NXTGEN from Corteva can ensure your nitrogen stays put until your crop needs it the most. Learn tips and best practices for maximizing efficiency and yield this season!
Maximizing Your Nitrogen Investment with Stabilizers | What's Working in Ag with Corteva
In this What's Working in Ag segment, Andrew from Corteva shares key insights to help you prepare for fall and spring nitrogen applications. Nitrogen is one of the largest inputs in crop production, making it crucial to protect your investment. Andrew discusses how nitrogen stabilizers like N-Serve and Instinct NXTGEN from Corteva can ensure your nitrogen stays put until your crop needs it the most. Learn tips and best practices for maximizing efficiency and yield this season!
Boost ROI with Nitrogen Stabilizers
Corn needs nitrogen—but when, how, and how much matters. In this What’s Working in Ag, we talk with Andrew Luzum from Corteva Agriscience about why sidedressing nitrogen and using a stabilizer like Instinct NXTGEN® or N-Serve® can mean bigger yields and better ROI. From timing tips to soil smarts, this quick segment covers how to protect your N investment and keep it where your corn needs it most.
Boost ROI with Nitrogen Stabilizers
Corn needs nitrogen—but when, how, and how much matters. In this What’s Working in Ag, we talk with Andrew Luzum from Corteva Agriscience about why sidedressing nitrogen and using a stabilizer like Instinct NXTGEN® or N-Serve® can mean bigger yields and better ROI. From timing tips to soil smarts, this quick segment covers how to protect your N investment and keep it where your corn needs it most.
Backed by science. Proven in the field
Access trial results, university research and side-by-side comparisons that show the measurable difference nitrogen stabilizers can make across crops, soil types and seasons.
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†Do not fall-apply anhydrous ammonia south of Highway 16 in the state of Illinois.
™®Instinct NXTGEN is not registered for sale or use in all states. Contact your state pesticide regulatory agency to determine if a product is registered for sale or use in your state. Federal law does not require any person who applies or supervises the use of Instinct NXTGEN to be certified in accordance with EPA regulations and state, territorial and tribal laws. Some states may have additional requirements related to liquid manure and nitrogen stabilizers. Be sure to consult your state or local Extension service to understand your requirements. When applying Instinct NXTGEN to deep pits, appropriate manure agitation safety steps should be followed: Instinct NXTGEN should be applied directly to the deep pit prior to pumping the pit; a thorough agitation system must be operating in order to evenly distribute Instinct NXTGEN within the deep pit; applicators and handlers of Instinct NXTGEN and manure treated with Instinct NXTGEN are required to use proper protective equipment as stated on the product label; air ventilation systems must be operational inside barns. Always read and follow label directions.