Ionfx

Manufacturer: Agrovive
For use on: Grain Corn, Silage Corn, Sorghum, Cotton, Canola and Flax
Application Methods and Rates:

  • Seed: 2 ounces per CWT seeds via seed treater. Can be co-applied with other products.
  • In Furrow: 16 fl. oz. per acre and minimum of 5 GPA rate.
  • Foliar: 16 fl. oz. per acre with 10 to 20 gallons water. For corn or sorghum apply between V3-V7.


Ionfx is a mix of genetically identified and patented bacteria, along with archaea and fungi. While many microbes live naturally in a plant, this mix of microorganisms has been selected to support, enhance, or supplement plant functions. Ionfx unlocks a plants ability to produce growth regulators and metabolites.

Key Benefits

  • Heat & drought stress mitigation
  • Plant growth regulator response
  • Increased ear size and improved ear fill
  • Residue management
IONfx impact on the plant

2021 IONfx Grain Summary

Testing was conducted in 13 locations across four states with 19 comparisons of IONfx treated products vs. untreated (control).

Grain Summary map

2021 IONfx Silage Summary

In 2021, silage testing was conducted in 7 locations across South Dakota, North Dakota, Nebraska and Wisconsin. 22 comparisons of IONfx responsiveness in 7 silage products vs. untreated (control).

Results showed the following:

7 LocationsTons Per Acre at 65%Milk per Acre (lbs)Beef per Acre (lbs)
IONfx29.832,6262,387
Untreated Corn27.429,7472,184
22 Comparisons Avg. Difference
Treated vs. Untreated
2,879203

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DFA Farm Supplies