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Source: Golden Acres Genetics PRIORITIES newsletter June 2007

Advancements in seed genetics and technologies are happening at a very rapid pace. Gone are the days when a customer would plant the same corn hybrid for four or five consecutive years. The life of a corn hybrid is now three years or less—and it’s shrinking every day.

The 2008 Golden Acres Genetics corn lineup will feature a good mix of proven products and new releases.

The following corn hybrids are slated to return for 2008: 2755RRB, 2821RLH, 2831RRB, 2841RRB, 2839RR, 2843RRW, 2850RR, 8412, 2989RRB, 2993RRB and 2995RR.

New corn hybrids for 2008 include 26Z25, 26Z17, 27Z07, 28Z49, 28Z48, 28Z47, 28Z89 and 28Z95. Several of these hybrids feature genetics that are new to the Golden Acres lineup. Four contain the new YieldGard VT™ stacked-trait technology from Monsanto®.

One example of the product churn taking place is the discontinuation of corn hybrid 2842RRBW. It was a great hybrid, but it is being replaced by 27Z07. Genetically, 27Z07 is the same as 2842RRBW, but 27Z07 features the new VT Triple technology—thus, our decision to go with 27Z07.

“Product churn has made the seed business more challenging for all of us,” said James Allison, director of product development for Golden Acres. “The good news is that our customers are seeing the benefits of these amazing advancements in genetics and technology. It’s our job to make sure we continue to bring them the latest and best products that are available in the industry today.”

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