Bio-Gel® NSurge™ Drives Better Water Efficiency: Understanding the Field Results
As weather patterns become less predictable and water becomes an increasingly limiting factor in crop production, improving how efficiently plants use available moisture is more important than ever. Recent field observations between June and July demonstrated how NSurge can positively influence water movement, plant function, and overall resilience under changing moisture conditions.
Noticeable Shift in Water Behavior
During the monitoring period, there was a clear and measurable difference in how water was being used between the NSurge treated acres and the untreated control.
- The treated area maintained active transpiration longer
- The control experienced a decline in transpiration and shifted toward evaporative loss
Why does that matter? Transpiration is the plant-driven process of pulling water through the roots and up through the canopy, fueling cooling, nutrient transport, and carbohydrate production. When transpiration slows, plants shift from growth mode into stress mode.
More Transpiration Means More Growth
With the NSurge treatment, plants continued transpiring longer into stress periods, meaning the crop stayed physiologically active rather than shutting down early.
This improvement supports:
- Increased nutrient uptake
- More consistent photosynthesis
- Better internal movement of water and minerals
As transpiration increases, so does the plant’s ability to convert sunlight into yield.
The Water Efficiency Advantage
Overall, these shifts resulted in a measured 10% improvement in water use efficiency in the NSurge treated acres. Even more notable: approximately 1.44 inches of water moved through the plant compared to the control.
That’s not just more water, it’s more performance from the same water supply!
What This Means for Growers
The results highlight an important advantage: NSurge helps plants stay physiologically active for longer, even under moisture stress. By improving the plant’s ability to move water and nutrients efficiently, growers may see stronger crop resilience, improved stand consistency, and better yield potential, especially in seasons with dry spells or erratic rainfall.
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