Media Room - 2009 News Releases

November 16, 2009
Pioneer Hi-Bred Joins Public-Private Partnership to Increase Productivity for Iowa Farmers
Partnership with Iowa State University Delivers Science-Based Research, Information to Boost Yields

November 12, 2009
Start Locally, Collaborate to Increase Food Security, Says DuPont Leader to U.N. Group
Public-Private Partnerships Help Increase Small-Scale Famer Productivity

November 12, 2009
DuPont, Dow AgroSciences Agree to Cross License Next-Generation Soybean Herbicide Tolerant Traits
New Traits Enable Farmers to Use More Effective Weed Control Solutions

November 12, 2009
DuPont and BSES Limited Partner to Improve Sugarcane Planting Technologies and Varieties
Alliance to Increase Productivity for Sugarcane Growers and Millers

November 11, 2009
DuPont Recognized for its Strong Agricultural Products
Receives Prestigious Industry Awards for Innovative Technologies

November 10, 2009
Pioneer Hi-Bred Pledges $150,000 to Support Iowa 4-H Youth Programs
Contribution Launches President’s Campaign Fundraising Effort

November 2, 2009
EU Approves Corn Stack with Herculex® RW/Roundup Ready® 2 Traits for Food, Feed, Import & Processing

November 2, 2009
Seed Purchase Decisions Should Be Driven By Identifying Right Traits For Area
Pioneer Offers Localized Research, Insights on Agronomic and Technology Traits to Aid Growers

October 27, 2009
Public-Private Partnerships Key to Achieving Global Food Security, Says DuPont Leader
Effective Collaborations Have Clear Goals, Timeline and Roles

October 27, 2009
Soybean Diseases Influence Variety Selection, Treatments in 2010
Pioneer Hi-Bred Offers Tips for Managing for Higher Soybean Yields, Combating Disease

October 27, 2009
Pioneer Hi-Bred Expands Research Capacity in Michigan to Meet Growing Demand for Grain
New Corn Research Center to Focus on Product Development for Local Needs

October 15, 2009
Pioneer Hi-Bred Offers 26 New Soybean Varieties for 2010
New Y Series Soybeans Provide Yield, Agronomic Advantages for Growers

October 7, 2009
Biotechnology Can Address Global Mega Trends, DuPont Leader Says
Biotechnology Stewardship is Critical to Meeting Global Needs for Increased Food and Energy

October 6, 2009
Pioneer Hi-Bred Announces Seed Treatment Offerings for Corn, Soybean Growers
Pioneer Premium Seed Treatment Choices Give Growers Flexibility

September 24, 2009
New Technology to Reduce DuPont Agricultural Seed Production Costs, Increase Product Quality
Will Help Pioneer Hi-Bred Deliver Financial Growth and Increase Customer Satisfaction

September 22, 2009
Pioneer Expands Corn Drought Research Efforts
Manhattan, Kan., and Plainview, Texas, Operations to Focus on Corn Drought Testing

September 18, 2009
Pioneer Hi-Bred Reinbeck Production Location Hosts 75th Anniversary Open House
Pioneer Invests in Production Location to Help Meet Increased Demand for its Products

September 17, 2009
DuPont Accelerating Rate of Productivity Through Additional Plant Breeding
Adding Research Capabilities in Emerging Markets will Meet Local Needs for Increased Food Production

September 16, 2009
DuPont Expects Seed Business Will Grow More Than 15 Percent in 2009
Focus on ‘Right Product, Right Acre’ Delivers Strong Growth for Pioneer Hi-Bred

September 16, 2009
Pioneer Hi-Bred Announces New Inoculant Platform
Grass Fiber Technology, Inoculant 11GFT, Offers Producers Higher Forage Performance

September 16, 2009
Pioneer Hi-Bred Durant Production Location Celebrates 75th Anniversary

September 8, 2009
DuPont Leader Says Increasing Food Production a Moral Imperative
Both Biotech and Native Traits Needed to Sustainably Feed Growing Population

September 2, 2009
Pioneer Hi-Bred Research Center in Algona, Iowa, Celebrates 70th Anniversary
Holds Open House Showcasing Latest Crop Development Technologies

September 1, 2009
DuPont Corn and Soybean Leadership Advances with Canadian Approval of Optimum™ GAT™ Trait
Regulatory Milestones Achieved to Bring Higher Productivity to Growers

August 25, 2009
Late Start for Corn Crop Doesn’t Stop Spread of Western Bean Cutworm
Pioneer agronomists confirm eastern spread of destructive insect, appearance in new areas

August 12, 2009
Pioneer Nutrition Experts Provide Bunker Management Considerations
Adequate packing, good covering and use of inoculants improve silages in storage

August 11, 2009
Pioneer Hi-Bred Mt. Pleasant Production Location Celebrates 25th Anniversary

July 31, 2009
Pioneer Hi-Bred and Burrus Hybrids Enter Into Distribution Agreement
Growers will benefit from more seed options in the marketplace

July 14, 2009
Pioneer Launches Plenish™ High Oleic Soybean Oil in Industry-Leading Soybeans
Lineup features Y Series varieties with key agronomic, defensive traits

July 13, 2009
Pioneer Leadership in Drought Research Provides New Options for Growers
Multifaceted program to launch Drought I corn hybrids developed with AYT^TM as soon as 2010

July 13, 2009
DuPont and Arzeda Collaborate to Develop Improved Crops to Increase Productivity
Custom Enzyme Design Technology to Bring More Options to Global Agriculture

July 9, 2009
Pioneer Hi-Bred and Terral Seed Expand Choices for Southern Farmers Through Research and Distribution Agreement
Pioneer genetics and Terral’s extensive Southern research testing to provide new seed options

July 8, 2009
Pioneer Hi-Bred Announces New North Carolina Research Center
Center addresses product development for local product needs

July 7, 2009
DuPont Updates Timelines for Optimum® GAT® Corn

July 6, 2009
Process Kernels to Improve Starch Digestibility, Maximize Production From Corn Silage

June 25, 2009
DuPont Adds Cotton to India Seed Product Lineup
Strengthens Growing Seed Business in India

June 25, 2009
DuPont and Bayer CropScience Expand Collaboration With Broad License Agreements

June 19, 2009
Pioneer Experts Suggest Ways to Manage Nutritional Value of Corn Silage
Moisture, heat, light can affect the quality of corn silage

June 17, 2009
Pioneer Hi-Bred and Beck's Hybrids Enter into Research and Distribution Agreements
Growers Will Benefit From More Seed Options in the Marketplace

June 12, 2009
DuPont North America Agricultural Seed Sales Volume Up Significantly
'Winning Big in North America', says DuPont Leader

June 11, 2009
Foliar Fungicides for Soybeans Increase Yield Potential
Pioneer experts share management tips for using foliar fungicides

June 7, 2009
Plenish™ High Oleic Soybean Oil Offers Trans Fat Solution with Superior Performance
DuPont Scientist Outlines Oil Testing Results, Industry Opportunities at Major Food Conference

June 1, 2009
DuPont Files Lawsuit Against BASF to Protect Intellectual Property
Claims BASF is Infringing Patents Relating to Herbicide Tolerance Technology

May 29, 2009
Deferred Payment Loan Now Available for Silage Inoculants
Pioneer offers more options of payment for forage additives

May 27, 2009
Pioneer's Forage Forum Audio Program Available on Pioneer.com
Current industry challenges, nutritional information highlighted

May 20, 2009
Pioneer Experts Offer Tips to Manage for Higher Yields in Soybeans
Growers can take actions to maximize yield potential

May 18, 2009
Early Scouting Can Help Manage Corn Pests
Late planting, wet soils may lead to more corn pests

May 11, 2009
Pioneer Hi-Bred Contributes $25,000 to North Dakota Flood Relief
Contribution will be disbursed through ND Farm Bureau Foundation

May 11, 2009
DuPont Receives Canadian Regulatory Approval for High Oleic Soybean Trait
Next Generation Healthy Soybean Oil Trait Will Benefit Everyone from Farmers to Consumers

May 7, 2009
EPA Scientific Advisory Panel Report Supports First-Ever Integrated Refuge Program for Corn

May 6, 2009
World-Class R&D Pipelines, Local Investments Fueling Growth of DuPont Agriculture Businesses

May 5, 2009
DuPont Alleges Anti-Competitive Conduct by Monsanto

April 20, 2009
Pioneer, University of Tennessee Research Shows Foliar Fungicides Can Boost Corn Yields
Timely applications help growers battle gray leaf spot

April 16, 2009
DuPont Leader: Agriculture is Up to Global Productivity Challenge
Global Science, Scale and Talent Required to Meet Growing Demand

April 8, 2009
Breakthrough genetic solution for clubroot registered
First and only hybrid resistant to clubroot registered after Pioneer Hi-Bred pours
significant resources into combating devastating disease

April 6, 2009
Disease, Pest Knowledge, Varieties Selection Set Stage for Higher Soybean Yields
Pioneer experts offer tips to help maximize seed performance

March 30, 2009
Pioneer Experts Provide Silage Management Tips as Temperatures Rise
Proper management, inoculation aid in reducing spoilage, losses

March 24, 2009
DuPont and Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences Collaborate to Advance Crop Insect Control, Increase Yield

March 16, 2009
DuPont Partners with Indonesian Center for Rice Research to Advance Hybrid Rice
Partnership Will Increase Productivity to Meet Growing Global Demand

March 16, 2009
Soil Sampling, Rotating SCN Sources of Resistance Help Long-Term SCN Control
Pioneer experts recommend sampling soil, rotating crops and sources of SCN resistance

March 3, 2009
DuPont and International Rice Research Institute Partner to Boost Rice Yields
With Yield Growth Rates Under 1 Percent Since 2000, Partnership Will Target Acceleration and Commercialization to Meet Growing Global Demand

February 24, 2009
Pioneer Hi-Bred Offers Growers Tools for Determining Economic Seeding Rate
Price volatility plays a vital role in growers’ planting decisions

February 20, 2009
Management Practices, Advanced Hybrids Boost Continuous Corn Yields
Pioneer agronomy experts share insights on impact of crop rotation on yield

February 19, 2009
DuPont Unveils Innovative Mobile Wind Machines to Help Improve Corn Yield
Building Stronger Roots, Stalks for Higher Yields

February 19, 2009
Pioneer Hi-Bred Announces Optimum® brand Innovations
Newly named family of traits, products, programs offers growers more flexibility, choices

February 17, 2009
DuPont Biotech Stewardship Program Gains External Certification
Third-Party Audit Confirms Responsible Use

February 17, 2009
Select Genetics, Traits For the Right Seed on the Right Acre
Pioneer tests products in local regions to provide growers with specific information

February 10, 2009
DuPont Expects Increased Global Seed Corn Share, Continued Agriculture Earnings Growth
Strong Pipeline and Superior Distribution System Will Continue to Fuel Growth and Generate Cash

January 29, 2009
DuPont Installs its Largest Solar Panel Array to Generate Energy Needs at Research Facility
The Company’s Installation Advances Clean Renewable Energy

January 28, 2009
Check Stress Emergence, High Suitability Ratings for Corn-After-Corn Success
Pioneer provides ratings to help growers choose right product for right acre

January 20, 2009
Expanded Alfalfa Seed Options Help Growers Match Field Conditions
Pioneer Hi-Bred provides growers improved protection through trait selection

January 15, 2009
DuPont and Athenix Collaborate to Advance Insect Control in Corn, Soybeans

January 8, 2009
Pioneer Releases 96 New Hybrids for 2009 Planting
New genetics, localized testing improve corn product lineup

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