Improving nearby wildlife and aquatic habitats is just one great thing that farmer Jeremy Jack and his sister Stacie Koger do 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and 365 days of the year. The siblings run their 3400 hectare family farm in the U.S. Mississippi Delta with one major objective that they keep in mind. While their crop diversification has helped maximize profitability and manage risk, they also share a deeply-felt responsibility to protect the land they farm. Supporting farmers like them is why Bayer places such a high priority on stewardship initiatives when it comes to seed treatment – from operator safety recommendations to efficient waste management.
What does a farmer in Arkansas have in common with a farmer in Brazil or in the hinterland of China? They may of course grow crops that are important to meet the growing demand for food worldwide. But they also have a vested interest in protecting their land to preserve something for the next generation. That’s why stewardship measures are a great support for them. From global seed treatment training to innovative scientific research on the health of the world’
s bees, Bayer is working to make modern agriculture more sustainable. “Stewardship is an integral part of what we do and is meant to complement the products we offer,” says Peter Ohs, Senior Global Stewardship Manager.