Bayer expands digitization in the field with new hardware

Bayer is launching digital solutions at Agrishow 2026, focusing on increased productivity and data integration in the field. The highlight is the new FieldView Drive 2.0 hardware, with data transfer up to 12 times faster, scheduled for the 2026/27 crop season.

The device connects to the machinery and collects data from the field. The system feeds the FieldView application and integrates information into the producer's digital ecosystem. The platform brings together satellite images, maps, and area forecasts. Data indicates average gains of 30% in corn and 20% in soybeans on farms with digital management.

The company is also expanding its integration with machinery manufacturers. A partnership with John Deere allows for the direct transmission of prescriptions to the operations center via wireless connection. This functionality eliminates manual steps and reduces errors. The feature will arrive in the next summer crop season and includes data from Bayer Valora Corn.

In the recommendations pillar, Bayer Valora Corn reaches more than 650 hectares in the 2026 off-season. The tool generates recommendations for hybrids, plant density, and nitrogen. Results indicate an average yield gain of five sacks per hectare.

For soybeans, FieldView Advisor projects a positive ROI of approximately 70%. The solution compares varieties with Intacta2 Xtend biotechnology and guides planting. In pest management, Bayer Directo Nematoide directs the application of Verango Prime based on infestation maps. Estimates indicate a risk in 40% of soybean areas in the country.

In the area of ​​sustainability, the PRO Carbono program encompasses 3,1 million hectares in Latin America. The initiative has recorded an 11% increase in annual productivity and a reduction of up to 55% in the carbon footprint of corn. Barter+ supports negotiations based on production history.