Vestaron Launches New Bioinsecticide for U.S. Row Crops

By Cotton Grower Staff|March 3, 2023

Vestaron, a leading producer of peptide-based bioinsecticides, has launched Spear RC for use in cotton, soybean, rice, and other broad acre crops.

An excellent IPM and resistance management tool, Spear RC targets lepidopteran pests such as cotton bollworm, soybean looper, and armyworm. Field trials with Spear RC show performance that is equal to conventional insecticides. And, with no known resistance or cross resistance, Spear RC works as a standalone or in rotation with conventional insecticides.

Like other Vestaron Spear products, Spear RC offers a novel mode of action – IRAC Group 32 – to support resistance management. With its precision targeting and low impact on beneficial species, Spear RC is a prime example of Vestaron’s impact on biodiversity and commitment to innovation.

“We are excited to introduce Spear RC into the broad acre market,” says Ben Cicora, Senior Vice President of Sales & Marketing for Vestaron. “Our revolutionary insecticides are based on a naturally occurring peptide that is highly specific for lepidopteran larvae with very low risk to beneficials. This safe and effective alternative to traditional chemical pesticides offers 0-Day PHI, 4-Hour REI, and is MRL exempt.

“Farmers will benefit from an excellent environmental and worker safety profile, making this a vital tool for sustainable pest management.”