Harvest is underway and DuPont Pioneer has launched a social media sweepstakes campaign. Growers are invited to tweet a harvest photo of their Pioneer brand products using the hashtag #YieldHero. Weekly winners of the sweepstakes will receive a Yeti cooler. One grand prize winner will receive a trip for two anywhere in the United States. The contest began September 11 … Read More
Third Year for NCGA DuPont New Leaders Program
The NCGA DuPont New Leaders Program is now in it’s third year. The program is designed to help new corn growers develop ag leadership skills. “American agriculture needs farmers who are strong spokespersons for our way of life,” said NCGA President Chip Bowling, a corn grower from Maryland. “We thank DuPont for its generous support, and we’re proud of the … Read More
DuPont Opens Integrated Seed Science Center in Iowa
DuPont has officially opened its new Integrated Seed Science Center in Iowa. This news release says it is the second facility in the DuPont Integrated Seed Science Network that is dedicated to developing and testing seed treatment formulations, applications and seed handling techniques. “The Johnston Integrated Seed Science Center ultimately helps us make our seed treatment products perform better for … Read More
Next Generation Corn from Dupont Pioneer
A new line of corn is being released by DuPont Pioneer. The newly branded, Pioneer brand Qrome will be available to stewarded on-farm trials for 2016. DP 4114 is equipped with proven insect protection, strong agronomics, and high-yeilding capabilities. It includes Bt proteins from Herculex 1 and Herculex RW traits and is compatible with Pioneer brand corn germplasm from many … Read More
Students Gather for Future of Crop Science Institute
Des Moines, Iowa, recently played host to 62 student delegates meeting for the inaugural Agriculture Future of America (AFA) Crop Science Institute. This news release from the group says this one of four AFA Leader Institutes, which connect passionate, talented college students from 25 universities from 21 different states to various sectors of the agriculture industry. “Career exploration is an … Read More
Apply Now for ASA DuPont Young Leader Program
The American Soybean Association (ASA) and DuPont are seeking applicants for the 2016 ASA DuPont Young Leader Program. The program is currently in its 30th year and has helped grow developing leaders in the field of agriculture. There are two parts to the training program; the first at DuPont headquarters in Johnston, IA Dec. 1-4, 2015, and the second in … Read More
Real-Time Data Solutions Maximize Productivity
Encirca services from DuPont Pioneer are helping growers manage risks as they plant their 2015 crops. With corn and soybean reported plantings running ahead of average, growers are able to use Encira services to make adjustments accordingly, making better decisions about things like seed and nitrogen fertilizer. Also provided is Encirca View, which allows farmers a way to record, organize and … Read More
DuPont to Buy Taxon Biosciences
DuPont will buy leading microbiome discovery company Taxon Biosciences, Inc. This company news release says the deal will build on DuPont’s in-house capabilities and market access in both seed and crop protection to discover and commercialize biological solutions for agriculture customers globally. “In 2014, the businesses in DuPont’s Agriculture, Nutrition & Health and Industrial Biosciences segments sold more than $1 … Read More
Study Shows DuPont Pioneer Corn Performs in Drought
A new study in the Journal of Crop Science shows how well DuPont Pioneer corn hybrids perform in drought conditions. This company news release says the multi-year study demonstrated the efficacy of Pioneer brand Optimum® AQUAmax® maize hybrid seeds. “Through these and related research efforts, we are making real progress in understanding what contributes to drought tolerance,” said Mark Cooper, … Read More
DuPont Pioneer at #Classic15
DuPont Pioneer showcased new tools and services available to growers at the 2015 Commodity Classic last week in Phoenix, Ariz. “For nearly 90 years, Pioneer has excelled in providing growers with access to an expert field team that provides tailored advice and whole-farm solutions to position the right products on the right acres and improve their productivity and profitability,” said … Read More