Benefits of New Seed
Convenience
Reliable seed supply in many maturities
Access to the most elite germplasm
Economics of New Seed vs. Bin-Run
Average loss of ~ 10-15% cleanout at harvest for bin-run seed
Handling and transportation costs for bin-run (approx. ($.35-$.75/bushel)
Limited Warranty Benefits
Dealer agronomic support before and after the sale
Risk management benefits of Roundup Rewards® (over $600 million paid to growers since 1997)
New Innovations
Monsanto invests over $700 million per year on research and development
Monsanto is 100% committed to agriculture
Seeds containing the Roundup Ready® trait are protected under numerous United States patents,
including Patent Nos. 5,352,605 and RE39,247. It is illegal to save Roundup Ready® or patented
conventional soybeans for planting or transfer to others for use as planting seed.
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