YieldGard VT Triple Voted Best Product For 2007

No-till farmers recognize innovative products that boost their bottom line success.

Apr. 18, 2026 at 7:07am

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No-Till Farmer magazine readers voted YieldGard VT Triple, Monsanto's next-generation in-plant insect protection and weed control product, as the 2007 No-Till Product of the Year. The product combines YieldGard VT second-generation rootworm control, Roundup Ready Corn 2 technology, and YieldGard Corn Borer traits in a single seed.

Why it matters

No-till farmers are constantly seeking new technologies and products that can improve their operations and profitability. The No-Till Farmer reader-voted awards recognize the most impactful innovations that are making a difference for this specialized group of progressive agricultural producers.

The details

YieldGard VT Triple was selected as the top product based on first-, second- and third-place votes from No-Till Farmer readers. The product combines Monsanto's latest insect protection and weed control traits, offering no-till farmers increased flexibility, proven crop safety, and the potential for up to $18 more profit per acre.

  • The winners were recognized and announced during the 16th annual National No-Tillage Conference in early January 2007 in Cincinnati, Ohio.
  • Monsanto launched YieldGard VT Triple, its next-generation in-plant insect protection and weed control product, in 2007.

The players

YieldGard VT Triple

Monsanto's next-generation in-plant insect protection and weed control product that combines YieldGard VT second-generation rootworm control, Roundup Ready Corn 2 technology, and YieldGard Corn Borer traits in a single seed.

Monsanto

The agricultural company that developed and launched YieldGard VT Triple in 2007.

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What they’re saying

“No-tillers — being innovative by nature — have a shrewd eye when it comes to evaluating the tools that bring them success in their operations.”

— Darrell Bruggink, Author

The takeaway

The No-Till Farmer reader-voted awards demonstrate the importance of innovative products that can improve no-till farming operations and profitability. YieldGard VT Triple's combination of advanced insect protection and weed control traits made it a standout choice for no-till farmers seeking to boost their bottom line.