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Dupont Announces Support For USFRA

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The U.S. Farmers & Ranchers Alliance got a boost from DuPont. The company has announced its support of USFRA by becoming one of the first members of the Premier Partners Advisory Group.

“DuPont is proud to support the U.S. Farmers & Ranchers Alliance as they bring together an unprecedented group that crosses all boundaries in modern agriculture with a single goal of building understanding about the dependable, abundant supply of food produced by today’s farmers and ranchers,” said DuPont Executive Vice President James C. Borel. “There is an increased need to reinforce the importance of agricultural contributions and its value to society, and promoting the merits of a career in agriculture also are essential to recruiting tomorrow’s farmers and innovators.”

DuPont“We appreciate the support of DuPont as we build the foundation for an alliance that will tell the great story of America’s farmers and ranchers, and the healthy and sustainable food supply that they produce,” said Bob Stallman, president of the American Farm Bureau Federation and chairman of USFRA. “Agriculture continues to be attacked by a number of groups, and it is critical that we work together to enhance public trust and maintain the freedom of U.S. farmers and ranchers to operate in a responsible manner.”

DuPont is one of the first members of the USFRA’s Premier Partners Advisory Group (PPAG) that will support the efforts of the independent farmers and ranchers in the Alliance. PPAG members will be able to participate in USFRA board meetings as non-voting participants and will be able to serve on committees and task groups. The members of PPAG will elect a representative to serve as an ex-officio member of the USFRA Executive Committee.

Dupont Acquires Seed Companies

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DuPont has entered into agreements to acquire AgVenture, Kentland, Ind.; Hoegemeyer Hybrids, Hooper, Neb., and NuTech Seed, Ames, Iowa; as part of its Pioneer Hi-Bred business’ PROaccess strategy. Closings are scheduled to occur in the latter part of 2010. Terms were not disclosed.

The innovation breadth and depth of Pioneer research and development will strengthen the already robust businesses and customer relationships of AgVenture, Hoegemeyer Hybrids and NuTech Seed. The companies have exciting growth opportunities reachable by expanding product choices for growers in geographies where they operate.

The PROaccess strategy continues to be part of the ongoing commitment to expand the availability of Pioneer’s unique, elite seed genetics using Pioneer-owned brands distributed through alternative routes to market. Ultimately, this will result in growers having more choices for high-performing products to increase their yields and income.

The three seed companies will continue to sell products under the Pioneer-owned trademarks following closing:
- AgVenture – VPMaxx® brand corn hybrids and soybean varieties.
- Hoegemeyer Hybrids – HPT® brand corn hybrids and soybean varieties.
- NuTech Seed – G2® brand corn hybrids and soybean varieties.

DuPont TankMix iPhone/iPod App

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I guess I just missed the announcement of the Dupont TankMix iPhone app which of course also works fine on an iPod touch.

The DuPont Information Technology’s (IT) Innovation Office, under the leadership of John Puckett, director, IT innovation, sponsored the project.

The TankMix App provides basic math calculations for the amount of product and water needed per tank or area. The current TankMix App does not contain product specific information. However, a link to the DuPont CP website guides users to specific production information and usage guidance. This app calculates spray volumes.

According to John Chrosniak, regional business director, Crop Protection, North America, the team was able to develop the app through the collaboration of a cross-functional team. Team members included John Beitler, Kevin Ego, Bernardo Tiburcio, Chandra Manickam and Mike Hemman. Work on future versions and additional applications that support Crop Protection products are underway.

The TankMix App is available through Apple’s App Store, where it is free to download on any Apple iTouch or iPhone. A simple search for Crop Protection, DuPont or Agriculture will give growers access to the free calculator.

I guess that answers the question of whether or not DuPont thinks farmers use mobile technology!