2011 Technology Use Guide Addendum Jan. 27, 2011 Instructions: The information provided below amends the information included in the 2011 Technology Use Guide (TUG). As a condition of your License Agreement, this supplemental TUG con- tent, along with the other information provided in the TUG, must be read and followed.

Farmers Are Now Allowed to Plant Genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa Seed

page 21 Regarding the blue box verbiage:

Based on the decision of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) on January 27, ® Genuity Roundup 2011, Genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa seed is available for sale and distribution by ® Ready Alfalfa authorized Seed Companies or their dealers for use in the United States only. This seed

ATTENTION: Pursuant to a Court Order issued on May 3, 2007, Genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa seed may not be planted outside of the United States, or for the production of seed, or sprouts. CANNOT be shipped or planted until further administrative regulatory actions are completed by the USDA. This product is not available for purchase until further notice. For more information, and the latest updates on Genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa, go to www.roundupreadyalfalfa.com. To meet sales reporting requirements, the seed supplier is required to identify and list

genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa varieties have in-plant tolerance Management of Genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa Volunteers all Genuity Roundup Ready Alfalfa field locations. Therefore, all growers must provide to Roundup® agricultural herbicides, enabling growers to apply Use appropriate, commercially available herbicide treatments Roundup agricultural herbicides up to 5 days before cutting for in reduced tillage systems, or in combination with tillage, to unsurpassed weed control with excellent crop safety and preser- terminate a genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa stand. Refer to their seed supplier with the GPS coordinates of all their Genuity Roundup Ready Alfalfa. vation of forage quality potential. your regional Technical Bulletin for specific stand removal recommendations. HAy ANd FOrAge MANAgeMeNT genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa must be managed for high if necessary, use tillage and/or additional herbicide application(s) quality hay/forage production, including timely cutting to after stand takeout, and prior to planting of the subsequent promote high forage quality (i.e. before 10% bloom) and to rotational crop to manage any newly-emerged or surviving alfalfa. Limitations on the use of Genuity Roundup Ready Alfalfa related to the previous court prevent seed development. in geographies where conventional NOTE: Roundup agricultural herbicides are not effective for alfalfa seed production is intermingled with forage production terminating genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa stands. and the agronomic conditions (climate and water/irrigation orders are no longer in effect. ® ® availability) are such that forage alfalfa is allowed to stand and Management of Genuity Roundup Ready Alfalfa Volunteers flower late in the season, genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa must in Rotational Crop Fields be harvested at or before 10% bloom to minimize potential pollen Use recommended and commercially available mechanical and/or ® flow from genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa to conventional herbicidal methods for managing volunteer genuity Roundup ® alfalfa. growers who are unwilling to or who cannot make this Ready Alfalfa in rotational crop fields. Grower agrees to lawfully plant Genuity Roundup Ready Alfalfa; and if growing Genuity commitment to stewardship should not continue to grow • Rotation with certain broadleaf crops is not advisable if the genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa. grower is not willing to implement recommended stand termina- tion practices. ® ® Roundup Ready Alfalfa, to direct any product produced from a Genuity Roundup Ready genuity Roundup Ready Alfalfa varieties have excellent • i n the event that no known mechanical or herbicidal options are tolerance to in-crop applications of Roundup® agricultural available to manage volunteer genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa herbicides. An in-crop weed control program using Roundup in the desired rotational crop, you should change to a crop with ® ® Alfalfa seed or crop, including hay and hay products, only to those countries where WeatherMAX or Roundup PowerMAX will provide excellent established volunteer alfalfa management practices for weed control in most situations. A residual herbicide labeled for the rotation. use in alfalfa may also be applied postemergence in alfalfa. contact NOTE: Roundup® agricultural herbicides are not effective for a Monsanto Representative, local crop advisor or extension regulatory approvals have been granted, and to grow and manage Genuity Roundup terminating genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa volunteers. specialist to determine the best option for your situation. Timely Execution AlFA lFA iN CrOp r O TAT iON implement in-crop mechanical or herbicide treatments for Ready Alfalfa in accordance with the TUG. Do not export Genuity Roundup Ready Avoid planting alfalfa in a field from which an alfalfa crop has managing alfalfa volunteers in a timely manner; that is, before recently been removed. Recommended rotational crop sequences the volunteers become too large to control or begin to compete fall into two categories—grass crops (e.g. corn and cereal crops) with the rotational crop. Alfalfa seed or crop, including hay or hay products, to pending import approval. and broadleaf crops. NOTE: More herbicide alternatives are available for management of volunteer alfalfa in grass crops. All other requirements set forth in the Technology Use Guide continue to apply 2011 Technology Use gUide 21 to Genuity Roundup Ready Alfalfa.

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Genu it y ® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa PAGE 23 Additional weed control recommendations to be inserted at the beginning of the chart on page 23 are as follows:

weed CONTrOl reCOMMeNdAT iONS To preserve the quality potential of forage and hay in established stands, apply Roundup WeatherMAX after weeds have emerged but before alfalfa re-growth interferes with application spray INSTRUCTIONS ADDITIONAL coverage of the target weeds.

pROGRAm INsTRucTIONs ANd usE RATE s* AddITIONAl INfORmATION PROGRAM AND USE RATES* INFORMATION

Established Stands After the first harvest of a newly established stand, up Applications between cuttings may be applied as a single application to 44 oz/A of Roundup WeatherMAX®** herbicide or in multiple applications (e.g. 2 applications of 22 oz/A). per cutting may be applied up to 5 days before each Sequential applications should be at least 7 days apart. subsequent cutting. The combined total per year for Preplant Apply a preplant burndown Always start with a weed-free field. In no-till all in-crop applications in established stands must not exceed 132 oz/A (4.1 qt/A) of Roundup WeatherMAX. Burndown application of Roundup and reduced-till systems, apply a Roundup Weeds Controlled For specific application rates and instructions for In addition to those weeds listed in the Roundup WeatherMAX* label booklets, control of various annual and perennial weeds, refer to this product will suppress or control the parasitic weed, dodder (Cuscuta spp.) ® the Roundup WeatherMAX** herbicide label booklet. in Genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa. Repeat applications might be necessary WeatherMAX at 16 to 44 oz/A. WeatherMAX burndown application to control Some weeds with multiple germination times or for complete control. suppressed (stunted) weeds might require a second For tough-to-control weeds or weeds not controlled by Roundup® agricultural application of Roundup WeatherMAX** herbicide for herbicides, use labeled rates of other approved herbicides, alone or in complete control. For some perennial weeds, repeated existing weeds at least 1 to 2 weeks before tank-mixtures, with Roundup agricultural herbicides. applications might be required to eliminate crop See the label for appropriate competition throughout the growing season. planting. Maximum In-Crop: Total Per Year: Use Rates*** • 44 oz/A per single application. The combined total per year for all in-crop applications in established stands rates by weed species. must not exceed 132 oz/A (4.1 qt/A) of Roundup WeatherMAX. • Established Stand Total: 44 oz/A per cutting up to 5 days before harvest.

* Follow all pesticide label directions. ® ® An initial application of 22 to Note: Due to the genetic diversity of alfalfa, up Stand ** i f using another Roundup agricultural herbicide, you must refer to the label booklet or separately published genuity Roundup Ready Alfalfa supplemental label for that brand to determine appropriate use rates. if using Roundup PowerMAX, application rates are the same as for Roundup WeatherMAX. ***Maximum use rates apply to the total application of all glyphosates. see the Roundup WeatherMAX label for more information on maximum use rates. Establishment 44 oz/A of Roundup WeatherMAX to 10 percent of the seedlings are susceptible Various weed biotypes are known to be resistant to glyphosate. For the current weed control recommendations for glyphosate-resistant weed biotypes, refer to www.weedresistancemanagement.com or should be applied at or before and will not survive the first application of call 1-800-768-6387. Approved supplemental labeling for specific herbicide products can be viewed on www.cdms.net or www.greenbook.net, or obtained by calling 1-800-768-6387. the 3 to 4 trifoliate growth stage. Roundup WeatherMAX agricultural herbicides. The initial application is necessary to eliminate As necessary, particularly in the effects of stand gaps created by loss of non fall-seeded areas, a second Roundup Ready plants and to ensure adequate application of up to 44 oz/A of spray coverage of emerging weeds before crop Roundup WeatherMAX may be canopy interference. applied after the 5 trifoliate 2011 Technology Use gUide 23 growth stage up to 5 days Sequential applications should be at least before the first cutting. 7 days apart.

*If using Roundup PowerMAX® branded herbicide, same use rates apply. For more information, visit RoundupReadyAlfalfa.com, Genuity.com, or contact your local authorized seed dealer.

Monsanto Company is a member of Excellence Through Stewardship® (ETS). Monsanto products are commercialized in accordance with ETS Product Launch Stewardship Guidance, and in compliance with Monsanto’s Policy for Commercialization of -Derived Plant Products in Commodity Crops. This product has been approved for import into key export markets with functioning regulatory systems. Any crop or material produced from this product can only be exported to, or used, processed or sold in countries where all necessary regulatory approvals have been granted. Do not export Genuity Roundup Ready Alfalfa seed or crop, including hay or hay products, to China pending import approval. It is a violation of national and international law to move material containing biotech traits across boundaries into nations where import is not permitted. Growers should talk to their grain handler or product purchaser to confirm their buying position for this product. Excellence Through Stewardship® is a registered trademark of Biotechnology Industry Organization.

ALWAYS READ AND FOLLOW PESTICIDE LABEL DIRECTIONS. Roundup Ready® crops contain genes that confer tolerance to glyphosate, the active ingredient in Roundup® brand agricultural herbicides. Roundup® brand agricultural herbicides will kill crops that are not tolerant to glyphosate. Genuity and Design®, Genuity®, Roundup PowerMAX®, Roundup Ready®, Roundup WeatherMAX®, and Roundup® are trademarks of Monsanto Technology LLC. ©2011 Monsanto Company. [22717Apgd] 5A7K115313 Technology Use Guide 2011

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Corn Refuge Calculator Now Available

As part of our commitment to enhancing grower productivity and profitability, growers can download a free Insect Resistance Management (IRM) corn refuge calculator. This tool will help you:

■ Determine appropriate refuge calculation based upon your growing area and the trait(s) you’re planting

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Introduction

This 2011 Technology Use Guide (TUG) provides a concise source of technical information about Monsanto’s current portfolio of technology products and sets forth requirements and guidelines for the use of these products. As a user of Monsanto Technology, it is important that you are familiar with and follow certain management guidelines. Please read all of the information pertaining to the technology you will be using, including stewardship and related information. Growers must read the Insect Resistance Management (IRM)/Grower Guide prior to planting for important information on planting and IRM.

This technical guide is not a pesticide product label. It is intended to provide additional information and to highlight approved uses from certain product labels. Read and follow all precautions and directions in the label booklet and separately published supplemental labeling for the Roundup® agricultural herbicide product you are using, as well as any other pesticide products.

Included in this guide is information on the following:

Stewardship Overview 2 Insect Resistance Management 3 Weed Management 4 Coexistence 6 Identity Preserved Production 6 Corn Technologies 8 genuity® and YieldGard® Corn Technologies Product Descriptions Roundup Ready® Technologies in Corn Technologies 12 genuity® and Roundup Ready Cotton Technologies Product Descriptions Roundup Ready Technologies in Cotton Genuity® Roundup Ready 2 Yield® and Roundup Ready Soybeans 18 Genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa 21 Genuity® Roundup Ready® Spring Canola 24 Genuity® Roundup Ready® Winter Canola 25 Genuity® Roundup Ready® Sugarbeets 26

If you have any questions, contact your Authorized Retailer or Monsanto at 1-800-768-6387.

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A Message About Stewardship — Seed and Traits • Selling crops or material containing biotech traits only to Monsanto Company is committed to enhancing grower productivity grain handlers that confirm their acceptance, or using those and profitability through the introduction of new agricultural products on farm. biotechnology traits. These new technologies bring enhanced value • Not moving material containing biotech traits across boundaries and benefits to growers, and growers assume new responsibilities into nations where import is not permitted. for proper management of these traits. Growers planting seed with • Not selling, promoting and/or distributing within a state where biotech traits agree to implement good stewardship guidelines, the product is not yet registered. including, but not limited to: Why is Stewardship Important? • Reading, signing and complying with the Monsanto Technology/ Each component of stewardship offers benefits to growers: Stewardship Agreement (MTSA) and reading all annual license • Signing the MTSA provides growers access to Monsanto’s terms updates before purchase or use of any seed containing germplasm and biotech trait technologies in that seed. a Monsanto trait. • Following IRM guidelines guards against insect resistance to • Reading and following the directions for use on all product labels. (B.t.) and other technologies, enabling • Following applicable stewardship guidelines as outlined in this TUG. the long-term durability of these technologies and meeting • Reading and following the IRM/Grower Guide prior to planting. EPA requirements. • Observing regional planting restrictions mandated by the U.S. • Utilizing biotech seed only for planting a single commercial crop Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). helps preserve the effectiveness of biotech traits, and incents • Complying with any additional stewardship requirements, investment for future biotech innovations, which further improves such as grain or feed use agreements or geographical planting farming technology and productivity. restrictions, that Monsanto deems appropriate or necessary Seed Patent Infringement to implement for proper stewardship or regulatory compliance. If Monsanto reasonably believes that a grower has planted • Following the Weed Resistance Management Guidelines saved seed containing a Monsanto biotech trait, Monsanto to minimize the risk of resistance development. will request invoices and records to confirm that fields in • Complying with the applicable IRM requirements for specific question have been planted with newly purchased seed. This biotech traits as mandated by the EPA. information is to be provided within 7 days after written • Using seed containing Monsanto Technologies solely for planting request. Monsanto may inspect and test all of the grower’s fields a single commercial crop. to determine if saved seed has been planted. Any inspections will be coordinated with the grower and performed at a reason- able time to best accommodate the grower’s schedule.

crop or material handling stewardship statement Monsanto Company is a member of Excellence Through Stewardship® (ETS). Monsanto products are commercialized in accordance with ETS Product Launch Stewardship Guidance, and in compliance with Monsanto’s Policy for Commercialization of Biotechnology- Derived Plant Products in Commodity Crops. Commodity crop products are approved for import into key export markets with functioning regulatory systems. Any crop or material produced from commodity crop products can only be exported to, or used, processed or sold in countries where all necessary regulatory approvals have been granted. It is a violation of national and international law to move material containing biotech traits across boundaries into nations where import is not permitted. Growers should talk to their grain handler or product purchaser to confirm their buying position for commodity crop products. Excellence Through Stewardship® is a registered trademark of Biotechnology Industry Organization.

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If you have questions about seed stewardship or become aware of individuals utilizing biotech traits in a manner other than as noted Insect Resistance above, please call 1-800-768-6387. Letters reporting unauthorized Management (IRM) use of biotech traits may be sent to: An effective IRM program is a Monsanto Trait Stewardship vital part of responsible product 800 N. Lindbergh Boulevard NC3C stewardship for insect-protected St. Louis, MO 63167 biotech products. Monsanto is committed to implementing an effective IRM program for For more information on Monsanto’s practices related all of its insect-protected B.t. technologies in all countries where to seed patent infringement, please visit: www.monsanto.com/ they are commercialized. Such programs strike a balance among ourcommitments/Pages/seed-patent-protection.aspx available knowledge, practicality, and grower acceptance and implementation of the plan. Anyone may provide Anonymous or Confidential reports as follows: The U.S. EPA requires that Monsanto implement, and that “Anonymous” reporting occurs when a person reports informa- growers who purchase insect-protected products follow an IRM tion to Monsanto in such a way that the identity of the person plan. IRM programs for B.t. traits are based upon an assessment reporting the information cannot be identified. This kind of of the of the major target pests, grower needs and reporting includes telephone calls requesting anonymity and practices, and appropriate pest management practices. These unsigned letters. mandatory regulatory programs have been developed and updated in cooperation with grower and consultant organizations, “Confidential” reporting occurs when a person reports informa- including the National Corn Growers Association and the National tion to Monsanto in such a way that the reporting person’s Cotton Council, extension specialists, academic scientists, and identity is known to Monsanto. Every effort will be made to regulatory agencies. protect a person’s identity, but it is important to understand that a court may order Monsanto to reveal the identity of people These programs contain several important elements. One key who are “known” to have supplied relevant information. component is a refuge. A refuge is simply a portion of the relevant crop (corn or cotton) that does not contain a B.t. technology for the insect pests targeted by the planted . The lack of exposure to the B.t. proteins in refuges means that there will be susceptible insects nearby to mate with any rare resistant insects that may emerge from the biotech crop. Susceptibility to B.t. products is then passed on to offspring, preserving the long-term effectiveness of the technology. Thus, growers who purchase seeds containing B.t. traits must plant a structured refuge.* Refuge size, configuration, and management are described in detail in the relevant sections of the current IRM/Grower Guide. The Beyond the Seed Failure to follow IRM requirements and to plant a proper Program was launched by refuge may result in the loss of a grower’s access to Monsanto the American Seed Trade technologies. Monsanto is committed to the preservation of Association (ASTA) to raise B.t. technologies. Please do your part to preserve B.t. technologies awareness and understanding by implementing the correct IRM plan on your farm. of the value that goes beyond the seed. The future success of U.S. agriculture depends upon quality seed delivered by an industry commitment to bring innovation and performance through continued investment. For more information about seed technology, visit ASTA’s Beyond the Seed Program at www.beyondtheseed.org. *In some areas, a natural refuge option is available for Genuity® Bollgard II®. See the current IRM/Grower Guide for details.

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compliance MONITORING PROGRAM Monitoring Pests The U.S. EPA requires Monsanto to take corrective measures in Carefully monitor fields for all pests to determine the need response to a finding of grower IRM non-compliance. As mandated for remedial insecticide treatments. For target pests, scouting by the EPA, Monsanto or an approved agent of Monsanto must techniques and supplemental treatment decisions should take monitor refuge management requirements. The MTSA signed by into account the fact that larvae must hatch and feed before the grower requires that upon request by Monsanto or its approved they can be affected by the B.t. protein(s). Fields should be agent, a grower must provide the location of all fields planted with scouted regularly, following periods of heavy or sustained egg Monsanto technologies and the locations of all associated refuge lay, especially during bloom, to determine if significant larval required areas. The grower must cooperate fully with any field survival has occurred. inspections, and allow Monsanto or an agent of Monsanto to In cotton, scouting should include a modified whole-plant inspec- inspect all fields and refuge areas to ensure an approved insect tion, including terminals and all stages of fruit. Larvae larger than resistance management program has been followed. All inspec- 1/4 inch (3- to 4-days old) are generally recognized as survivors tions will be performed at a reasonable time and arranged in that may not be controlled by Genuity® Bollgard II® cotton. advance with the grower so that the grower can be present. Controlling Cotton Pests Monsanto recommends the use of appropriate remedial IRM Requirement insecticide treatments to ensure desired levels of control if any Growers must read the cotton insect pest reaches locally established thresholds in Genuity® Bollgard II® cotton. current IRM/Grower Guide prior to planting for Although Genuity® Bollgard II® cotton will sustain less damage information on required from some of the most troublesome lepidopteran pests, it will not provide protection against all pests and may require insecticide IRM. If you do not have a copy of the current IRM/Grower treatments of target pests under conditions of high pest pressure. Guide, you may download it at www.monsanto.com, or you Insect pests should be monitored and treated with insecticides may call 1-800-768-6387 to request a copy by mail. when necessary, using recommended thresholds and following label directions. Whenever possible, select insecticides that are least harmful to beneficial insects. Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is an effective and environ- mentally sensitive approach to pest management that relies on Weed Management a combination of common-sense practices. IPM programs use Monsanto considers product stewardship to be a fundamental current, comprehensive information on the life cycles of pests component of customer service and responsible business and their interaction with the environment. This information is practices. As leaders in the development and stewardship of used to manage pests in a manner that is least harmful to people, Roundup® agricultural herbicides and other products, Monsanto property and the environment. invests significantly in research to continuously improve the proper use and stewardship of our proprietary herbicide brands. Prevention Use the best agronomic management practices, in conjunction with This research, done in conjunction with academic scientists, the appropriate seed product, to obtain the greatest yield benefits. extension specialists and crop consultants, includes an evaluation of the factors that can contribute to the development of weed Use seed products, seeding rates and planting technologies resistance and how to properly manage weeds to delay the appropriate for each specific crop and geographical area. As selection for weed resistance. Visit www.weedtool.com for much as possible, manage the crop to avoid plant stress. practical, best practices-based information on reducing the • Employ appropriate scouting techniques and treatment risk for development of glyphosate-resistant weeds. Developed decisions to preserve beneficial insects that can provide in cooperation with academic experts, the website provides additional insect pest control. options for managing the risk on a field-by-field basis. • Manage for appropriate maturity and harvest schedules. Destroy Glyphosate is a Group 9 herbicide based on the mode of action crop residue immediately after harvest to avoid regrowth and classification system of the Weed Science Society of America. minimize selection for resistance in late-season infestations. Any weed population may contain plants naturally resistant to • Use soil management practices that encourage destruction Group 9 herbicides. of over-wintering pests.

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WEED MANAGEMENT guidelines: When approved, supplemental labeling for specific herbicide • Scout your fields before and after herbicide application. products can also be viewed on www.cdms.net or www.greenbook.net, or obtained by calling 1-800-768-6387. • Start with a clean field, using either a burndown herbicide application or tillage. GLYPHOSATE ENDANGERED SPECIES INITIATIVE • Control weeds early when they are small. Before making applications of glyphosate-based herbicide • Use a diverse set of tools, including multiple modes of action products, licensed farmers of crops containing Roundup Ready (e.g. a selective in-crop and/or a residual herbicide) and cultural technology must access the website www.pre-serve.org to practices (e.g. tillage or crop rotation) as part of your Roundup determine whether any mitigation requirements apply to the Ready® cropping system where appropriate. planned application to those crops, and must follow all applicable requirements. The mitigation measures described on the website • Use the right herbicide product at the right rate and the right time. are appropriate for all applications of glyphosate-based • Control weed escapes and prevent weeds from setting seeds. herbicides to all crop lands. • Clean equipment before moving from field to field to minimize Farmers making only ground applications to crop land with spread of weed seed. a use rate of less than 3.5 lbs of glyphosate a.e./A are not • Use new commercial seed that is as free from weed seed required to access the website. If a farmer does not have web as possible. access, the seed dealer can access the website on behalf of Monsanto is committed to the proper use and long-term effec- the farmer to determine the applicable requirements, or the tiveness of its proprietary herbicide brands through a four-part farmer can call 1-800-332-3111 for assistance. stewardship program: developing appropriate weed control recommendations, continuing research to refine and update RoUNDUP Brand AGRIcultural herbicide products for use with Roundup Ready crops recommendations, education on the importance of effective Herbicide products sold by Monsanto for use in-crop with weed management and responding to repeated weed control Roundup Ready crops for the 2011 crop season are as follows: inquiries through a product performance evaluation program.

GLYPHOSATE-RESISTANT WEEDS Monsanto actively investigates and studies weed control complaints and claims of weed resistance. When glyphosate- resistant weed biotypes are confirmed, Monsanto alerts growers and develops and provides growers with recommended control measures, which may include additional herbicides, tank-mixes Roundup WeatherMAX® Roundup PowerMAX® or cultural practices. Monsanto actively communicates all of this information to growers through multiple channels, including the Tank-mixtures of Roundup agricultural herbicides with insecti- herbicide label, www.weedscience.org, supplemental labeling, this cides, fungicides, micronutrients or foliar fertilizers are not TUG, media and written communications, Monsanto’s website, recommended as they may result in reduced weed control, www.weedresistancemanagement.com, and grower meetings. crop injury, reduced pest control or antagonism. Refer to the Growers must be aware of, and proactively manage for, glyphosate- Roundup agricultural herbicide product label, supplemental resistant weeds in planning their weed control program. When labeling or fact sheets published separately by Monsanto for a weed is known to be resistant to glyphosate, then a resistant tank-mix recommendations. population of that weed is by definition no longer controlled with Do not add additional surfactants and/or products containing labeled rates of glyphosate. Roundup® agricultural herbicide surfactants to these Roundup agricultural herbicides unless warranties will not cover the failure to control glyphosate- otherwise directed by the label. Other glyphosate products resistant weed populations. labeled for use in Roundup Ready® technologies may require Report any incidence of repeated non-performance of Roundup the addition of surfactants, or other additives to optimize agricultural herbicide or other glyphosate products on a particu- performance, that may increase the potential for crop injury. lar weed to the appropriate Company representative, local Monsanto will only label and promote fully tested brands that retailer, or county extension agent. do not require surfactants and other additives for in-crop applications to Roundup Ready crops. Recommendations for Managing Glyphosate- Resistant Weeds in Roundup Ready CROPS Various weed biotypes are known to be resistant to glyphosate. For the most current weed control recommendations for resistant biotypes of these weeds, refer to www.weedresistancemanagement.com or call 1-800-768-6387.

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that coexistence strategies be developed on a case-by-case basis ® Read and follow all product labeling before using Roundup considering the diversity of products currently in the market and agricultural herbicides over the top of products with under development, the agronomic and biological differences in ® Roundup Ready technology. To learn more about applicable the crops themselves and variations in regional farming practices supplemental labels or fact sheets, call 1-800-768-6387. and infrastructure. Furthermore, coexistence strategies are You may use another glyphosate herbicide, but only if it driven by market needs and should be developed using current has federally approved label instructions for use over that science-based industry standards and management practices. specific Roundup Ready crop, and the product and the use The strategies must be flexible, facilitating options and choice for label for that Roundup Ready crop has been approved by the grower and the food/feed supply chain, and must be capable your specific state. Contact the product manufacturers, of being modified as changes in markets and products warrant. the local retailers or the local extension agents for Successful coexistence of all agricultural systems is achievable confirmation that the products carry EPA and state and depends on cooperation, flexibility and mutual respect for approved labeling for this use. Monsanto does not make each system. Agriculture has a history of innovation and change, any representations, warranties or recommendations and growers have always adapted to new approaches or chal- concerning the use of glyphosate products supplied lenges by utilizing appropriate strategies, farm management by other companies which are labeled for use over practices and new technologies. Roundup Ready crops. Monsanto specifically denies all responsibility and disclaims any liability for any The responsibility for implementing practices to satisfy specific damage from the use of these products in Roundup marketing standards or certification lies with that grower who Ready crops. All questions and complaints caused by is growing a crop to satisfy a particular market. Only that grower the use of glyphosate products supplied by other is instructed to employ the practices appropriate to assure the companies should be directed to the supplier of the integrity of his/her crop. This is true whether the goal is high-oil product in question. corn, white/ or organically produced yellow corn for animal feed. In each case, the grower is seeking to produce a crop that is supported by a market price and consequently that grower assumes responsibility for satisfying reasonable market Coexistence specifications. That said, the grower needs to be aware of the planting intentions of his/her neighbor in order to gauge the Coexistence in agricultural production systems and supply need for appropriate management practices. chains is well established and well understood. Different agricul- tural systems have coexisted successfully for many years around the world. Standards and best practices were established Identity Preserved Production decades ago and have continually evolved to deliver high purity Some growers may choose to preserve the identity of their crops seed and grain to support production, distribution and trade of to meet specific markets. Examples of Identity Preserved (I.P.) products from different agricultural systems. For example, corn crops include production of seed corn, white, waxy or sweet production of similar commodities such as , sweet corn corn, specialty oil or protein crops, food grade crops and any and has occurred successfully and in close proximity for other crop that meets specialty needs, including organic and many years. Another example is the successful coexistence of non-genetically enhanced specifications. Growers of these crops oilseed rape varieties with low erucic acid content for food use assume the responsibility and receive the benefit for ensuring that and high erucic acid content for industrial uses. their crop meets mutually agreed-upon contract specifications. The introduction of biotech crops generated renewed discussion Based on historical experience with a broad range of I.P. crops, of coexistence focused on biotech cropping systems with the industry has developed generally accepted I.P. agricultural conventional cropping systems and organic production. These practices. These practices are intended to manage I.P. production discussions have primarily focused on the potential economic to meet quality specifications, and are established for a broad impact of the introduction of biotech products on other systems. range of I.P. needs. The accepted practice with I.P. crops is that The health and safety of biotech products are not an issue because each I.P. grower has the responsibility to implement any neces- their food, feed and environmental safety are demonstrated before sary processes. These processes may include sourcing seed they enter the agricultural production system and supply chain. appropriate for I.P. specifications, field management practices The coexistence of conventional, organic and biotech crops has such as adequate isolation distances, buffers between crops, been the subject of several studies and reports. These reports border rows, planned differences in maturity between adjacent conclude that coexistence among biotech and non-biotech fields that might cross-pollinate and harvest and handling crops is not only possible but is occurring. They recommend practices designed to prevent mixing and to maintain product

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integrity and quality. These extra steps associated with I.P. crop schedule significantly limits or eliminates bloom, and thereby production are generally accompanied by incremental increases restricts the potential for pollen and/or viable seed formation. in cost of production and consequently of the goods sold. • The existence and/or degree of overlap in the pollination period of crops in adjacent fields varies. This will vary General Instructions for Management of Mechanical Mixing and Pollen Flow depending on the maturity of crops, planting dates and the For all crop hybrids or varieties that they wish to identity weather. For corn, the typical pollen shed period lasts from preserve, or otherwise keep separated, growers should take steps 5 to 10 days for a particular field. Therefore, viable pollen from to prevent mechanical mixing. Growers should make sure all seed neighboring fields must be present when silks are receptive in storage areas, transportation vehicles and planter boxes are the recipient field during this brief period to produce any grain cleaned thoroughly both prior to and subsequent to the storage, with traits introduced by the out-of-field pollen. transportation or planting of the crop. Growers should also make • Distance between fields of different varieties or hybrids of sure all combines, harvesters and transportation vehicles used at the same crop: The greater the distance between fields the less harvest are cleaned thoroughly both prior to and subsequent to likely their pollen will remain viable and have an opportunity to their use in connection with the harvest of the grain produced mix and produce an outcross. For wind-pollinated crops, most from the crop. Growers should also make sure all harvested grain cross-pollination occurs within the outermost few rows of the is stored in clean storage areas where the identity of the grain field. In fact, many white and production contracts ask can be preserved. the grower to remove the outer 12 rows (30 ft.) of the field in order to remove most of the impurities that could result from Self-pollinated crops, such as soybeans, do not present a risk of cross-pollination with nearby yellow . Furthermore, mixing by cross-pollination. If the intent is to use or market the research has also shown that as fields become further sepa- product of a self-pollinated crop separately from general commodity rated, the incidence of wind-modulated cross-pollination drops use, growers should plant fields a sufficient distance away from rapidly. Essentially, in-field pollen has an advantage over the other crops to prevent mechanical mixture during harvest. pollen coming from other fields for receptive silks because of its Growers planting cross-pollinated crops, such as corn or alfalfa, volume and proximity to silks. who desire to preserve the identity of these crops, or to minimize • The distance pollen moves. How far pollen can travel depends the potential for these crops to outcross with adjacent fields on many environmental factors, including weather during of the same crop kind, should use the same generally accepted pollination, especially wind direction and velocity, temperature practices to manage mixing that are used in any of the currently and humidity. For bee-pollinated crops, the grower’s choice grown I.P. crops of similar crop kind. of pollinator species and apiary management practice may It is generally recognized in the industry that a certain amount reduce field-to-field pollination potential. All these factors will of incidental, trace level pollen movement occurs, and it is not vary from season to season, and some factors from day to day possible to achieve 100% purity of seed or grain in any crop and from location to location. production system. A number of factors can influence the • For wind-pollinated crops, the orientation and width of the occurrence and extent of pollen movement. As stewards of adjacent field in relation to the dominant wind direction. technology, growers are expected to consider these factors and Fields oriented upwind during pollination will show dramatically talk with their neighbors about their cropping intentions. lower cross-pollination for wind-pollinated crops, like corn, Growers should take into account the following factors that can compared to fields located downwind. affect the occurrence and extent of cross-pollination to or from other fields. Information that is more specific to the crop and region may be available from state extension offices. • Cross-pollination is limited. Some plants, such as potatoes, are incapable of cross-pollinating, while others, like alfalfa, require cross-pollination to produce seed. Importantly, cross-pollination only occurs within the same crop kind, like corn to corn. • The amount of pollen produced within the field can vary. The pollen produced by the crop within a given field, known as pollen load, is typically high enough to pollinate all of the plants in the field. Therefore, most of the pollen that may enter from other fields falls on plants that have already been pollinated with pollen that originated from plants within the field. In crops such as alfalfa, the hay cutting management

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Genuity® SmartStax™ This hybrid contains Cry1A.105, Cry2Ab2, Cry1F, Cry3Bb1, Cry34Ab1 and Cry35Ab1 from Bacillus thuringiensis (B.t.) that together control European corn borer, southwestern corn borer, southern cornstalk borer, corn earworm, fall armyworm, stalk borer, lesser corn stalk borer, sugarcane borer, western bean cutworm, black cutworm, western corn rootworm, northern corn rootworm, and Mexican corn rootworm. This hybrid also contains Roundup Ready® 2 Technology and LibertyLink® Technology that provide tolerance to in-crop applications of labeled Roundup® agricultural herbicides and Ignite® herbicides, respectively, when applied according to label directions.

Genuity® VT Triple PRO™ This hybrid contains Cry1A.105, Cry2Ab2 and Cry3Bb1 from B.t. that together control European corn borer, southwestern corn borer, sugarcane borer, southern cornstalk borer, corn earworm, fall armyworm, corn stalk borer, western corn rootworm, northern corn rootworm, and Mexican corn rootworm. This hybrid also contains Roundup Ready 2 Technology that provides tolerance to in-crop applications of labeled Roundup agricultural herbicides when applied according to label directions.

Genuity® VT Double PRO™ This hybrid contains Cry1A.105 and Cry2Ab2 from B.t. that together control European corn borer, southwestern corn borer, sugarcane borer, southern cornstalk borer, corn earworm, corn stalk borer, and fall armyworm. This hybrid also contains Roundup Ready 2 Technology that provides tolerance to in-crop applications of labeled Roundup agricultural herbicides when applied according to label directions.

YieldGard VT Triple® This hybrid contains Cry1Ab and Cry3Bb1 from B.t. that together control European corn borer, southwestern corn borer and sugarcane borer as well as excellent protection against western corn rootworm, northern corn rootworm, and Mexican corn rootworm. This hybrid also contains Roundup Ready 2 Technology that provides tolerance to in-crop applications of labeled Roundup agricultural herbicides when applied according to label directions.

YieldGard VT Rootworm/RR2® This hybrid contains the Cry3Bb1 protein from B.t. which controls western corn rootworm, northern corn rootworm, and Mexican corn rootworm. This hybrid contains Roundup Ready 2 Technology that provides tolerance to in-crop applications of labeled Roundup agricultural herbicides when applied according to label directions.

YieldGard® Corn Borer This hybrid contains Cry1Ab from B.t. which controls European corn borer, southwestern corn borer and sugarcane borer. YieldGard Corn Borer with Roundup Ready Corn 2 contains the Roundup Ready Corn 2 trait (NK603) that provides tolerance to in-crop applications of labeled Roundup agricultural herbicides when applied according to label directions.

Read the IRM/Grower Guide prior to planting for infor- Before opening a bag of seed, be sure to read and mation on planting and Insect Resistance Management. understand the stewardship requirements, including applicable refuge requirements for insect resistance If you do not have a copy of this Guide, you may download management, for the biotechnology traits expressed in the seed as set forth in the Monsanto Technology Agreement that you sign. it at www.monsanto.com, or call 1-800-768-6387 to By opening and using a bag of seed, you are reaffirming your obligation to comply with those stewardship requirements. request a copy by mail.

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Corn Product Phase Out

Monsanto’s U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) registration for corn rootworm events MON 863 and MON 863 x MON 810 expire on September 30, 2010. Monsanto products that contain these expiring events include: • YieldGard® Plus • YieldGard Plus with Roundup Ready® Corn 2 • YieldGard Rootworm • YieldGard Rootworm with Roundup Ready Corn 2 On August 25, 2010, EPA published a proposed order in the Federal Register that would permit limited sales, distributions, and plantings of any existing stocks of seed containing the MON 863 Event, including the Monsanto products listed above, through July 1, 2011. The EPA Order, which has an effective date of September 30, 2010, specifies that existing stocks of seed containing the MON 863 Event can only be planted by July 1, 2011, for production of a corn crop. Therefore, unless EPA otherwise limits, any sale, distribution, or planting of existing stocks of seed containing the MON 863 Event is prohibited after July 1, 2011.* Growers who plant seed containing MON 863 will remain subject to IRM compliance and refuge requirements, and any remaining inventory of seed containing the MON 863 Event that has not been sold, distributed, or used by July 1, 2011, must be handled in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements (non-treated seed can be sold as grain, and treated seed must be disposed of properly).

YieldGard Plus This hybrid contains Cry1Ab and Cry3Bb1 from B.t. that together control European corn borer, southwestern corn borer and sugarcane borer as well as excellent protection against western corn rootworm, northern corn rootworm, and Mexican corn rootworm. YieldGard Plus with Roundup Ready Corn 2 trait provides tolerance to in-crop applications of labeled Roundup agricultural herbicides when applied according to label directions. (See note above.)

YieldGard Rootworm This hybrid contains the Cry3Bb1 protein from B.t. which controls western corn rootworm, northern corn rootworm, and Mexican corn rootworm larvae. YieldGard Rootworm with Roundup Ready Corn 2 provides tolerance to in-crop applications of labeled Roundup agricultural herbicides when applied according to label directions. (See note above.)

* It is a violation of federal law to sell or distribute an unregistered pesticide.

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Roundup Ready® Technology in Corn

These products include Roundup Ready® 2 Technology

Weed Control Recommendations weed control programs that allow them to use the system in the Roundup Ready® Corn 2 and corn hybrids with Roundup Ready 2 way that provides the greatest benefit. Growers can select the Technology are equivalent in their tolerance to Roundup® agricul- program that best fits the way they farm. Options include the use tural herbicides. Products with Roundup Ready Technology contain of a residual herbicide with a Roundup agricultural herbicide, in-plant tolerance to Roundup agricultural herbicides. tank-mixing other herbicides with Roundup agricultural herbicides The Roundup Ready Technology system’s flexibility, broad- where appropriate and a total postemergence program. spectrum weed control and proven crop safety offer growers

PROGRAM INSTRUCTIONS AND USE RATES* ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

For use where residual Use the proper Roundup Ready RATE™ of Bullet®, Degree®, Use full labeled rate of residual when application is 14 days or more prior to herbicides are Degree Xtra®, Harness®, Harness Xtra, Harness Xtra 5.6L, planting, when tough grasses are present, e.g., barnyardgrass, shattercane, typically used for TripleFLEX™ (no post), Micro-Tech™, or Lariat® (no post) seedling johnsongrass, sandbur, or when known glyphosate-resistant biotypes early-season weed herbicide as defined in the table below and the individual are present. control: product labels, either pre- or postemergence to the crop.** Use a minimum of 2.5 pt/A of Harness on woolly cupgrass and wild proso millet. Residual Herbicide Follow with Roundup WeatherMAX herbicide at 22 oz/A plus Roundup post sequentially after preemergence application or Products containing atrazine will provide improved control of cocklebur, giant WeatherMAX® tank-mixed in-crop with the residual. Applications ragweed, Palmer Amaranth and morningglory. should be made before weeds exceed 4" in height. Tank-mix products such as 2,4-D, dicamba or Status® herbicide with Roundup Roundup Ready RATEs*** WeatherMAX for control of glyphosate-resistant marestail (horseweed), Palmer Amaranth and other difficult-to-control weeds. Harness 1.5 Pints Degree 3.0 Pints Use 22 to 32 oz/A of Roundup WeatherMAX* when morningglory or perennial weeds TripleFLEX 2.0 Pints are present or when broadleaf weeds are 4" in height or taller. Harness Xtra 1.2 Quarts Harness Xtra 5.6L 1.5 Quarts Degree Xtra 2.0 Quarts Micro-Tech 2.0 Quarts Lariat 2.0 Quarts Bullet 2.0 Quarts

For use where total Apply Roundup WeatherMAX at 22 oz/A before Use 22 to 32 oz/A of Roundup WeatherMAX when morningglory or perennial postemergence weeds exceed 4" in height and follow with a second weeds are present. programs are effective application at 22 oz/A for an additional flush of and sustainable: weeds before they exceed 4" in height. Tank-mix products such as 2,4-D, dicamba or Status herbicide with Roundup WeatherMAX for control of glyphosate-resistant marestail (horseweed), Palmer Roundup WeatherMAX Amaranth and other difficult-to-control weeds. Sequential

Maximum Use Rates Products with Roundup Ready 2 Technology In-crop: Products with Roundup Ready 2 Technology Total Season: for Roundup • 32 oz/A per single application The combined total of preplant, in-crop and preharvest applications WeatherMAX**** • Total: 64 oz/A from emergence through 48" height of of Roundup WeatherMAX can not exceed 5.3 qt/A. The combined total corn, drop nozzles must be used from 30" to 48" corn. of in-crop and preharvest applications can not exceed 66 oz/A.

*Follow all pesticide label directions. If using another Roundup agricultural herbicide, you must refer to the label booklet or Roundup Ready Corn 2 Technology supplemental label for that brand to determine appropriate use rates. If using Roundup PowerMAX®, application rates are the same as for Roundup WeatherMAX. If using another residual herbicide, follow the labeled use rate instructions applicable to Roundup Ready Corn 2. **Atrazine may also be used as a residual herbicide in the Roundup Ready Corn 2 System. ***You may apply up to the full residual herbicide labeled rate for corn. ****Maximum use rates apply to the total application of all glyphosates. See the Roundup WeatherMAX label for more information on maximum use rates.

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AGRONOMIC PRINCIPLES Corn yield is very sensitive to early-season weed competition. Weed control systems must provide growers the opportunity to control weeds before they become competitive. The Roundup Ready technology system provides a mechanism to control weeds at planting and once they emerge. Growers are provided excellent crop safety and full yield potential with applications made from planting through 48" of corn height. Drop nozzles must be used between 30" and 48" of corn height. Failure to control weeds with the right rate, at the right time and with the right product, can lead to increased weed competition, weed escapes, the potential for selecting for weed resistance and possible decreased yields. Use a diversity of weed management tools, including multiple herbicide modes of action if appropriate, alone or in tank mixes, with Roundup agricultural herbicides, based on the weed spectrum in the field and label directions.

WEED MANAGEMENT FOR CORN WITH ROUNDUP READY TECHNOLOGY Follow all pesticide label requirements and the guidelines below to minimize the risk of developing glyphosate-resistant weed populations in a Roundup Ready Technology system. • Start clean with a burndown herbicide or tillage. Early-season weed control is critical to yield. • Apply preemergence residual herbicides such as Harness Xtra, Degree Xtra, TripleFLEX or other residual herbicides at the application rate specified on the product label. • Or apply a preemergence residual herbicide at the appropriate application rate tank-mixed with a minimum of 22 oz/A Roundup WeatherMAX in-crop before weeds exceed 4" in height. • Follow with a postemergence in-crop application of Roundup WeatherMAX at a minimum of 22 oz/A for additional weed flushes before they exceed 4" in height. • Roundup WeatherMAX may be tank-mixed with other herbicides for postemergence weed control. • Report any incidence of repeated non-performance of Roundup agricultural herbicide or other glyphosate products on a particular weed to the appropriate Company representative, local retailer, or county extension agent. • Follow weed control recommendations.

Various weed biotypes are known to be resistant to glyphosate. For the current weed control recommendations for resistant biotypes of these weeds, refer to www.weedresistancemanagement.com or call 1-800-768-6387. Approved supplemental labeling for specific herbicide products can be viewed on www.cdms.net or www.greenbook.net, or obtained by calling 1-800-768-6387.

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ATTENTION: The U.S. EPA has ordered that the planting of Bollgard® cotton seed after July 1, 2010 is prohibited, and that excess seed must be returned to either the retailer or to Monsanto. It is a violation of federal law to sell or distribute an unregistered pesticide.

Genuity® bollgard ii® Cotton varieties contain two distinct insecticidal proteins, Cry1Ac and Cry2Ab2, from Bacillus thuringiensis (B.t.) that increase the efficacy and spectrum of control and reduce the chance that resistance will develop to the B.t. insecticidal proteins. Genuity® Bollgard II® cotton controls budworm, pink bollworm and cotton bollworm. Genuity® Bollgard II® cotton also provides control against fall armyworm, beet armyworm, cabbage and soybean loopers and other secondary leaf- or fruit-feeding caterpillar pests of cotton. Applications of insecticides to control these pests are substantially reduced with Genuity® Bollgard II®.

Roundup Ready® Cotton varieties contain in-plant glyphosate tolerance, enabling growers to make in-crop applications of Roundup WeatherMAX® or Roundup PowerMAX® according to label directions.

Genuity® bollgard ii® with Roundup Ready® Cotton varieties offer growers the benefits of both insect control and glyphosate tolerance combined in one crop. This variety exhibits the same insect protection qualities as Genuity® Bollgard II®, and enables growers to make in-crop applications of Roundup WeatherMAX or Roundup PowerMAX according to label directions.

genuity® Roundup Ready® Flex Cotton varieties possess improved reproductive tolerance to glyphosate. This technology gives growers the opportunity to make in-crop broadcast applications of Roundup WeatherMAX or Roundup PowerMAX from crop emergence up to seven (7) days prior to harvest

Genuity® Bollgard II® with Roundup Ready® Flex Cotton varieties offer growers the benefits of both insect protection and glyphosate tolerance combined in one crop. These varieties exhibit the same insect protection qualities as Genuity® Bollgard II® and are tolerant to in-crop applications of Roundup WeatherMAX and Roundup PowerMAX.

Read the IRM/Grower Guide prior to planting for infor- Before opening a bag of seed, be sure to read, mation on planting and Insect Resistance Management. understand and accept the stewardship requirements, including applicable refuge requirements for insect If you do not have a copy of this Guide, you may download resistance management, for the biotechnology traits expressed in the seed as set forth in the Monsanto Technology Agreement it at www.monsanto.com, or call 1-800-768-6387 to that you sign. By opening and using a bag of seed, you are reaffirming your request a copy by mail. obligation to comply with the most recent stewardship requirements.

Sale or commercial planting of Genuity® Bollgard II® is prohibited in Hawaii, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and in Florida south of Route 60 (near Tampa).

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Roundup Ready® Cotton

Genuity® Bollgard II® with Roundup Ready® Cotton

Managing Roundup Ready cotton and Genuity® Bollgard II® Weed Management Guidelines with Roundup Ready® cotton requires that a grower follow the Follow all pesticide label directions and these guidelines recommended management guidelines associated with cotton to minimize the risk of developing glyphosate-resistant weed containing each individual trait. Growers of Genuity® Bollgard II® populations in a Roundup Ready cotton system: ® with Roundup Ready cotton varieties must follow the required • Scout fields before and after each burndown and in-crop refuge options, practicing IRM and managing target and non- application. ® ® target pests as described for Genuity Bollgard II cotton in the • Start with a clean field, using either a burndown herbicide IRM/Grower Guide. application, residual herbicide or tillage, making sure weeds are controlled at planting. Market Options Gin by-products of cotton containing Genuity® Bollgard II® and • Use the right herbicide product at the right rate and right time. Genuity® Bollgard II® with Roundup Ready® Cotton traits, including • Add soil residual herbicide(s) and cultural practices as part cottonseed for feed uses, are fully approved for export to , of a Roundup Ready weed control program. , and . Cottonseed containing Monsanto – Soil residual herbicides are critical to control emerging traits may not be exported for the purpose of planting without a glyphosate-resistant weeds, such as Palmer pigweed. license from Monsanto. – Residual herbicides should be used multiple times during the growing season if glyphosate-resistant weeds are expected. It is a violation of national and international law to move • In-crop, apply Roundup WeatherMAX at a minimum of 22 oz/A material containing biotech traits across boundaries into when weeds are less than 3" in height and tank-mix with other nations where import is not permitted. herbicides with a different mode-of-action and approved for Application of Roundup WeatherMAX® in-crop application to cotton, if necessary. and Roundup PowerMAX® • Late-season control of emerged weeds with a diversity of Roundup Ready cotton is genetically improved to provide cultural practices and herbicides will reduce the potential of tolerance to glyphosate, the active ingredient in Roundup adding more seeds to the seedbank. agricultural herbicides. Roundup Ready cotton can receive in-crop • Clean equipment before moving from field to field to minimize applications of Roundup agricultural herbicides only through the the spread of weed seed (as well as nematodes, insects and four-leaf stage. With the introduction of Genuity® Roundup Ready® other cotton pests). Flex cotton, there is the potential for both Roundup Ready cotton • Report any incidence of repeated non-performance of Roundup agricultural herbicide or other glyphosate products on a particular and Genuity® Roundup Ready® Flex cotton to be used on a grower’s weed to the appropriate Company representative, local retailer, farm. This creates concern for the crop safety of Roundup Ready or county extension agent. cotton. Monsanto recommends that growers: • Follow weed control recommendations. • Maintain accurate records of which technologies have been planted and where they have been planted. WEED CONTROL RECOMMENDATIONS • Communicate the field plan with other members of their work Weed control in cotton is essential to help maximize both fiber force to ensure proper applications for each technology. yield and quality potential. Cotton is very sensitive to early-season • Clearly mark fields to indicate which technology has been planted. weed competition, which can result in unacceptable stands and/or reduced yield potential. The Roundup Ready cotton system provides growers with the right tools to control weeds before they become competitive.

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WEED CONTROL RECOMMENDATIONS CONTINUED

PROGRAM INSTRUCTIONS and use rates* ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Preplant Always start clean by planting into a weed-free field using either Early-season weed competition can result in unacceptable stands Burndown tillage or a burndown application. and/or reduced yield potential. In no-till and reduced-till systems, apply a preplant burndown This tank-mix is recommended for control and management of application of Roundup WeatherMAX®** at 22 to 44 oz/A in a glyphosate-resistant marestail (horseweed), Palmer pigweed tank-mix with dicamba, 2,4-D or other products effective on the and other tough-to-control weeds. weeds in the field.

Residual Include residual herbicide(s) as part of a Roundup Ready® cotton The residual herbicide(s) may be applied as either a preemergence Herbicides weed control program. Apply these residual herbicides according (including preplant incorporated), postemergence, and/or layby to label directions, including application rates and timing. application as allowed on the label of the specific product being used. Weeds growing at the time of the residual herbicide application Residual herbicides may need to be applied as part of a burndown, will need to be controlled with a postemergence herbicide. a preemergence program and in-crop or layby as part of a complete weed control program. Warrant™ herbicide may be used for residual control of grasses and small-seeded broadleaf weeds when applied following crop emergence, but prior to weed emergence. Refer to individual product labels for list of residual herbicides that may be used.

In-Crop Apply Roundup WeatherMAX in-crop from crop emergence In-crop applications must be at least 10 days apart and the cotton must through through the fourth true-leaf (node) stage (until the fifth true leaf have at least two nodes of incremental growth between applications. Fourth Leaf reaches the size of a quarter). Record the growth stage at first application. Two applications can be made during this period at a maximum­ In situations where the potential for weed infestations is high rate of 22 oz/A per application. (including perennial weeds), make the first application early enough to allow a second application­ before cotton exceeds the fourth Refer to the “Annual Weeds Rate Table” in the Roundup WeatherMAX true-leaf stage. In-crop applications after the fourth true-leaf stage label for application rates for the control of specific annual weeds. can result in boll loss, delayed maturity, and/or yield loss.

In-Crop with After the fourth true-leaf stage through layby, Roundup Place nozzles in a low horizontal position to permit spray pattern to Selective WeatherMAX may be applied using precision post-directed or overlap in the row. Avoid contact of spray solution with cotton leaves Equipment hooded sprayers which direct the spray to the base of the cotton to the maximum extent possible. Excessive foliar contact can result in plant. Other herbicides, labeled for use in cotton during this boll loss, delayed maturity, and/or yield loss. Application must be interval and using this method of application, may be added for made according to the most restrictive label directions of all control of tough weeds and weeds resistant to glyphosate. products used in a tank-mix. Two post-directed applications may be made during this period There must be two nodes of growth and at least 10 days between at a maximum rate of 22 oz/A per application. applications.

Preharvest Roundup WeatherMAX may be applied at up to 44 oz/A before Applications must be made at least 7 days prior to harvest. In-Crop harvest and after cotton reaches 20% boll-crack, if needed. Roundup agricultural herbicides are not effective for preharvest Applications This treatment is effective in controlling late-season peren­nial cotton regrowth in Roundup Ready cotton. weeds and can improve harvest efficiency. Do not apply Roundup agricultural herbicides preharvest to crops grown for seed under contract at an authorized cotton seed company.

*Follow all pesticide label directions. **If using another Roundup agricultural herbicide, you must refer to the label booklet or Roundup Ready cot­ton supplemental label for that brand to determine appropriate use rates. If using Roundup PowerMAX®, application rates are the same as for Roundup WeatherMAX.

Roundup Ready cotton has excellent vegetative tolerance to tions are made in conformance with the label specifications. In Roundup WeatherMAX allowing early-season in-crop applications. some cases, these factors can result in boll loss, delayed maturity, Incomplete reproductive tolerance requires that applications after and/or yield loss. the 4-leaf (node) stage be properly post-directed. Various weed biotypes are known to be resistant to glyphosate. For ATTENTION: Use of Roundup agricultural herbicides in accordance the current weed control recommendations for glyphosate-resistant with label directions is expected to result in normal growth of weed biotypes, refer to www.weedresistancemanagement.com Roundup Ready cotton, however, various environmental conditions, or call 1-800-768-6387. Approved supplemental labeling for agronomic practices, and other factors make it impossible to specific herbicide products can be viewed on www.cdms.net or eliminate all risks associated with the product, even when applica- www.greenbook.net, or obtained by calling 1-800-768-6387.

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Genuity® Roundup Ready® Flex Cotton

Genuity® Bollgard II® with Roundup Ready® Flex Cotton

Managing Genuity® Roundup Ready® Flex cotton and Genuity® • Add soil residual herbicide(s) and cultural practices as part of Bollgard II® with Roundup Ready® Flex cotton requires a grower a Genuity® Roundup Ready® Flex cotton weed control program. to follow the recommended management guidelines associated – Soil residual herbicides are critical to control emerging with cotton containing each individual trait. Growers of Genuity® glyphosate-resistant weeds, such as Palmer Amaranth. Bollgard II® with Roundup Ready® Flex cotton must follow the – Residual herbicides should be used multiple times during the required refuge options, practicing IRM and managing target and growing season if glyphosate-resistant weeds are expected. non-target pests as described for Genuity® Bollgard II® cotton in • In-crop, apply Roundup WeatherMAX at a minimum of 22 oz/A the IRM/Grower Guide. when weeds are less than 3" in height and tank-mix with other approved herbicides if necessary. MARKET OPTIONS • Late-season control of emerged weeds with a diversity of control Genuity® Roundup Ready® Flex cotton and Genuity® Bollgard II® tools will reduce the potential of adding more seeds ® with Roundup Ready Flex cotton have regulatory clearance in the to the seedbank. United States, but do not have import approval in all export markets. • Clean equipment before moving from field to field to minimize Processed fractions from these products, including linters, oil, the spread of weed seed (as well as nematodes, insects and meal, cottonseed and gin trash, must not be exported without all other cotton pests). necessary approvals in the importing country. It is a violation of • Report any incidence of repeated non-performance of Roundup national and international law to move material containing biotech agricultural herbicide or other glyphosate products on a traits across boundaries into nations where import is not permitted. particular weed to the appropriate Company representative, local retailer, or county extension agent. Weed Management Guidelines Follow all label directions and the guidelines below to minimize • Follow weed control recommendations. the risk of developing weed resistance in a Genuity® Roundup Ready® Flex cotton system: • Scout fields before and after each burndown and in-crop application. • Start with a clean field, using either a burndown herbicide application, residual herbicide or tillage, making sure weeds are controlled at planting. • Use the right herbicide product at the right rate and right time.

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APPLICATION OF ROUNDUP WEATHERMAX® • A maximum total volume of 44 oz/A may be applied between AND ROUNDUP POWERMAX® layby and 60% open bolls. • May be applied in–crop, from crop emergence up to 7 days • Post-directed equipment may be used to achieve more thorough prior to harvest. spray coverage of weeds or if herbicides not labeled for in-crop • A maximum rate of 32 oz/A per application may be applied using application will be tank-mixed with Roundup WeatherMAX® or ground application equipment while the maximum is 22 oz/A per Roundup PowerMAX®. application by air. • There are no growth or timing restrictions for sequential PREHARVEST APPLICATION • Up to 44 oz/A may be applied after cotton reaches 60% open applications. bolls and before harvest, if needed. • Four (4) quarts/A is the total in–crop volume allowed from • Application must be made at least 7 days prior to harvest. emergence to 60% open bolls.

In-Crop (example) Preharvest 22-32 oz/A in any single application 44 oz/A 128 oz/A total in-crop application (emergence to preharvest)

7 Planting 4 Leaf Layby 60% Bolls Open Days Harvest

CROP SAFETY OF In-crop GLYPHOSATE APPLICATIONS Leaf injury may occur if the products are not used according to Monsanto has determined that a combination of components in the product label, used at rates higher than directed or if overlap glyphosate formulations has the potential to cause leaf injury of spray occurs in the field. Growers must confirm that any when applied during later stages of crop growth. Roundup glyphosate formulation to be used on Genuity® Roundup Ready® WeatherMAX and Roundup PowerMAX are the only Roundup® Flex cotton is labeled for use on Genuity® Roundup Ready® Flex agricultural herbicides labeled and approved for use in Genuity® cotton and has been tested to demonstrate crop safety. Roundup Ready® Flex cotton.

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WEED CONTROL RECOMMENDATIONS Weed control in cotton is essential to maximize both fiber yield cotton system, with improved reproductive tolerance and quality potential. Cotton is very sensitive to early-season weed to Roundup agricultural herbicides, provides growers with competition, which can result in unacceptable stands and/or the right tools to control weeds. reduced yield potential. The Genuity® Roundup Ready® Flex

PROGRAM INSTRUCTIONS and use rates* ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Preplant Always start clean by planting into a weed-free field using Early-season weed competition can result in unacceptable stands Burndown either tillage or a burndown application. and/or reduced yield potential. In no-till and reduced-till systems, apply a preplant burndown This tank-mix is recommended for control and management of application of Roundup WeatherMAX®** at 22 to 44 oz/A in a glyphosate-resistant marestail (horseweed), Palmer pigweed tank-mix with dicamba, 2,4-D or other products effective on or other tough-to-control weeds. the weeds in the field.

Residual Apply residual herbicide(s) at application rates and timing The residual herbicide(s) may be applied as either a preemergence Herbicides specified in the directions for use as part of a Roundup Ready (including preplant incorporated), postemergence, and/or layby cotton weed control program. application as allowed on the label of the specific product being used. Weeds growing at the time of the residual herbicide application Residual herbicides may need to be applied as part of a will need to be controlled using a postemergence herbicide. burndown, a preemergence program and in-crop or layby as part of a complete weed control program. Warrant™ herbicide may be used for residual control of grasses and small seeded broadleaf weeds when applied following crop emergence, but prior to weed emergence. Refer to individual product labels for list of residual herbicides that may be used.

In-Crop Weed Target the first application of Roundup WeatherMAX on 1-2 leaf Early-season weed competition can reduce yield potential in cotton. Control cotton when weeds are small. If glyphosate-resistant weeds are present, control them with another herbicide mode-of-action. Select timing of application based on the most difficult-to-control weed species in your field. Apply a minimum of 22 oz/A of Roundup WeatherMAX in-crop. Post-direct or hooded sprayers can be used to achieve more The need for sequential applications of Roundup WeatherMAX thorough spray coverage on weeds, and can allow the use of other will depend upon the occurrence of subsequent weed flushes. herbicides to control tough weeds. If additional weed flushes occur, consider tank-mixing with other herbicides to control glyphosate-resistant weeds. Refer to the “Annual Weeds Rate Table” in the Roundup WeatherMAX label booklet for application rates for specific annual weeds.

Preharvest Before harvest and after cotton reaches 60% open bolls, Applications must be made at least 7 days prior to harvest. In-Crop if needed, apply up to 44 oz/A of Roundup WeatherMAX. Roundup agricultural herbicides are not effective for preharvest Applications This treatment is effective in controlling late-season cotton regrowth in Genuity® Roundup Ready® Flex cotton. perennial weeds.

*Follow all pesticide label directions. **The maximum volume of Roundup WeatherMAX and Roundup PowerMAX® that may be used in a single season is 5.3 quarts per acre.

Various weed biotypes are known to be resistant to glyphosate. For or call 1-800-768-6387. Approved supplemental labeling for the current weed control recommendations for glyphosate-resistant specific herbicide products can be viewed on www.cdms.net or weed biotypes, refer to www.weedresistancemanagement.com www.greenbook.net, or obtained by calling 1-800-768-6387.

2011 Technology Use g U i d e 17 Genuity® Roundup Ready 2 Yield® and Roundup Ready® Soybeans

Genuity® Roundup Ready 2 Yield® and Roundup Ready® Soybean • If an additional flush of weeds occurs, a sequential application of varieties contain in-plant tolerance to Roundup® agricultural Roundup WeatherMAX at 22 oz/A before weeds exceed 6" in herbicides. This means you can spray Roundup agricultural height may be needed. herbicides in-crop from emergence through flowering. • Refer to individual product labels for a list of approved tank-mix partners. Spray labeled Roundup agricultural herbicides in-crop from • Clean equipment before moving from field to field to minimize emergence (cracking) through flowering (R2 stage soybeans) the spread of weed seed. for unsurpassed weed control, proven crop safety and maximum • Report any incidence of repeated non-performance of Roundup yield potential. R2 stage soybeans end when a pod 5 millimeters agricultural herbicide or other glyphosate products on a (3/16") long at one of the four uppermost nodes appears on the particular weed to the appropriate Company representative, main stem along with a fully developed leaf (R3 stage). local retailer, or county extension agent. WEED MANAGEMENT GUIDELINES • Follow weed control recommendations. Follow all pesticide label directions and the guidelines below to minimize the risk of developing glyphosate-resistant weed WEED CONTROL RECOMMENDATIONS populations in a Roundup Ready Soybean System: Starting clean with a weed-free field, and controlling weeds when they are small, are critical to obtaining excellent weed control and • Scout fields before and after each burndown and in-crop maximum yield potential. The Roundup Ready Soybean System application. provides the flexibility to use the diversity of herbicide tools • Start with a clean field, using either a burndown herbicide necessary to control weeds before planting, at planting and application, residual herbicide or tillage, making sure weeds are in-crop. Failure to control weeds with the right rate, at the right controlled at planting. time and with the right product, can lead to increased weed compe- • Include a soil-applied residual herbicide such as INTRRO®, Valor®, tition, the potential for selecting for weed resistance and possible Valor XLT® or Gangster® applied at an appropriate rate as listed decreased yield. on the label. • In-crop, apply Roundup WeatherMAX at a minimum of 22 oz/A before weeds exceed 8" in height. Warrant™ herbicide may be applied postemergence to soybeans, but prior to weed emergence for residual control of small grasses and small- seeded broadleaf weeds.

18 M o n s A N T O Genuity® Roundup Ready 2 Yield® and Roundup Ready® Soybeans

WEED CONTROL RECOMMENDATIONS CONTINUED

Program Instructions and Use Rates* Additional Information

Preplant Burndown To start clean in no-till systems, apply a burndown appli­cation Adding 2,4-D or dicamba in the burndown can significantly of Roundup WeatherMAX®** at 22 to 44 oz/A before planting. reduce broadleaf weed pressure later in the season. See the label for appropriate rates for specific weed species. Make applications 7 to 30 days before planting and before For control and management of glyphosate-resistant marestail marestail reaches 6" in height. Read the 2,4-D or dicamba (Conyza sp.) or other difficult-to-control weeds present at product labels for time intervals required between burndown, apply 22 oz/A of Roundup WeatherMAX in a tank-mix application and soybean planting. with 1 to 2 pt/A 2,4-D or labeled rates of dicamba.

Residual Herbicide Apply a residual herbicide preemergence to soybeans according A residual program is encouraged when agronomic plus Roundup to label directions. The residual product may be tank-mixed with conditions favor the prac­tice. Warrant herbicide can provide WeatherMAX Roundup WeatherMAX at burndown. Refer to the product label residual control in-crop and weed control later into the for a list of residual herbicides that may be used. cropping season, to help manage small-seeded broadleaf Warrant™ herbicide may be applied postemergence to soybeans weeds and grasses. but prior to weed emergence for residual control of grasses and Crop rotation following Genuity® Roundup Ready 2 Yield® small-seeded broadleaf weeds. Follow with 22 oz/A Roundup and Roundup Ready Soybeans is strongly encouraged. Use WeatherMAX in-crop when weeds are 2" to 8" tall. Refer to the of a residual herbicide is encouraged especially if the “Annual Weeds Rate Table” in the Roundup WeatherMAX label for cropping system is a continuous Roundup Ready system. application rates for specific annual weeds.

Roundup WeatherMAX Apply a minimum of 22 oz/A of Roundup WeatherMAX** In-crop application of Roundup WeatherMAX provides Used Alone in-crop when weeds are 2" to 8" tall. con­trol of weeds listed on the product label. Refer to the “Annual Weeds Rate Table” in the Roundup For best results, apply 3 to 4 weeks after planting or when WeatherMAX label for application rates for specific annual weeds are less than 8" tall. weeds. Choose the rate needed to control the most difficult- If initial application is delayed and weeds are larger, increase to-control weed in your field. the application rate of Roundup WeatherMAX within the A sequential application of this product could be required limits specified on the label. to control new flushes of weeds in the Roundup Ready soybean crop. If a sequential application is necessary, apply 22 oz/A of Roundup WeatherMAX** when weeds are 3" to 6" tall.

Glyphosate-Tolerant Tank-mix Roundup WeatherMAX® with 6 to 12 oz/A of Choose your Roundup WeatherMAX rate based on the weed Volunteer Corn Select Max™ and apply to 4" to 36" glyphosate-tolerant species and size listed in the “Annual Weeds Rate Table” of volunteer corn. the Roundup WeatherMAX Label.

Maximum Use In-Crop: Total Season: Rates for Roundup • 44 oz/A per single application The combined total of preplant, in-crop and preharvest WeatherMAX*** • 44 oz/A during flowering applications of Roundup WeatherMAX can not exceed • 64 oz/A emergence through flowering (R2 stage soybeans) 5.3 qt/A. The combined total of in-crop and preharvest applications can not exceed 64 oz/A. Preharvest: • 22 oz/A application

*Follow all pesticide label directions. **If using another Roundup agricultural herbicide, you must refer to the label booklet or Genuity® Roundup Ready 2 Yield® soybean or Roundup Ready soybean supplemental label for that brand to determine appropriate use rates. If using Roundup PowerMAX®, application rates are the same as for Roundup WeatherMAX. ***Maximum use rates apply to the total application of all glyphosates. See the Roundup WeatherMAX label for more information on maximum use rates.

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Additional Weed Control Recommendations

Key Weeds Instructions and Use Rates* Additional Information

Weeds that Tend Where dense stands of weed species such as common Weeds such as lambsquarters, waterhemp, pigweed, and giant to Have Multiple lambsquarters, tall and common waterhemp, Palmer ragweed tend to emerge throughout the season. Sequential Emergence Events pigweed, redroot pigweed, common ragweed, and giant Roundup WeatherMAX applications or the addition of a soil ragweed are expected, follow these agronomic practices residual herbicide may be required for control of subsequent for best results: weed flushes. • Start clean with tillage or burndown in no-till and reduced tillage systems. Include 2,4-D or dicamba in the burndown. • Plant soybeans in narrow rows (<20"). • Use a pre-plant residual herbicide. • Use the right rate of Roundup WeatherMAX or other herbicides at the right time (proper weed size).

Difficult-to- Black nightshade, velvetleaf, waterhemp, morningglory, Use of a residual herbicide or other postemergence herbicides Control Weeds lambsquarters, Florida pusley, giant ragweed, Pennsylvania in a tank-mix with Roundup products could enhance control. smartweed, groundcherry, hemp sesbania and spurred anoda are difficult-to-control weeds. Refer to the Roundup A sequential application might be required if a new weed flush agricultural herbicide label for specific application rates to occurs, especially in soybeans planted in wide rows (>20"). control these weeds at various heights.

Perennial Weeds An in-crop application of 22 to 44 oz/A of Roundup For additional information on perennial weeds, see the WeatherMAX** will provide suppression and/or control of “Perennial Weeds Rate Table” in the label booklet for Roundup nutsedge and perennial weeds such as Canada thistle, field WeatherMAX. bindweed, hemp dogbane, horsenettle, johnsongrass, milkweed, quackgrass, etc. Addition of other postemergence For best control, allow perennials to achieve at least 6" or more tank-mix products may enhance control. of growth before spraying.

*Follow all pesticide label directions. **If using another Roundup agricultural herbicide, you must refer to the label booklet or supplemental label for use of that product on Roundup Ready Soybean or Genuity® Roundup Ready 2 Yield® Soybeans to determine appropriate use rates. If using Roundup PowerMAX, application rates are the same as for Roundup WeatherMAX.

Various weed biotypes are known to be resistant to glyphosate. For the current weed control recommendations for glyphosate-resistant weed biotypes, refer to www.weedresistancemanagement.com or call 1-800-768-6387. Approved supplemental labeling for specific herbicide products can be viewed on www.cdms.net or www.greenbook.net, or obtained by calling 1-800-768-6387.

20 M o n s A N T O Genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa

ATTENTION: Pursuant to a Court Order issued on May 3, 2007, Genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa seed CANNOT be shipped or planted until further administrative regulatory actions are completed by the USDA. This product is not available for purchase until further notice. For more information, and the latest updates on Genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa, go to www.roundupreadyalfalfa.com.

Genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa varieties have in-plant tolerance Management of Genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa Volunteers to Roundup® agricultural herbicides, enabling growers to apply Use appropriate, commercially available herbicide treatments Roundup agricultural herbicides up to 5 days before cutting for in reduced tillage systems, or in combination with tillage, to unsurpassed weed control with excellent crop safety and preser- terminate a Genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa stand. Refer to vation of forage quality potential. your regional Technical Bulletin for specific stand removal recommendations. Hay and Forage Management Genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa must be managed for high If necessary, use tillage and/or additional herbicide application(s) quality hay/forage production, including timely cutting to after stand takeout, and prior to planting of the subsequent promote high forage quality (i.e. before 10% bloom) and to rotational crop to manage any newly-emerged or surviving alfalfa. prevent seed development. In geographies where conventional NOTE: Roundup agricultural herbicides are not effective for alfalfa seed production is intermingled with forage production terminating Genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa stands. and the agronomic conditions (climate and water/irrigation ® ® availability) are such that forage alfalfa is allowed to stand and Management of Genuity Roundup Ready Alfalfa Volunteers flower late in the season, Genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa must in Rotational Crop Fields be harvested at or before 10% bloom to minimize potential pollen Use recommended and commercially available mechanical and/or ® flow from Genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa to conventional herbicidal methods for managing volunteer Genuity Roundup ® alfalfa. Growers who are unwilling to or who cannot make this Ready Alfalfa in rotational crop fields. commitment to stewardship should not continue to grow • Rotation with certain broadleaf crops is not advisable if the Genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa. grower is not willing to implement recommended stand termina- Genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa varieties have excellent tion practices. tolerance to in-crop applications of Roundup® agricultural • In the event that no known mechanical or herbicidal options are herbicides. An in-crop weed control program using Roundup available to manage volunteer Genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa WeatherMAX® or Roundup PowerMAX® will provide excellent in the desired rotational crop, you should change to a crop with weed control in most situations. A residual herbicide labeled for established volunteer alfalfa management practices for use in alfalfa may also be applied postemergence in alfalfa. Contact the rotation. a Monsanto Representative, local crop advisor or extension NOTE: Roundup® agricultural herbicides are not effective for specialist to determine the best option for your situation. terminating Genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa volunteers.

Alfalfa in Crop Rotation Timely Execution Avoid planting alfalfa in a field from which an alfalfa crop has Implement in-crop mechanical or herbicide treatments for recently been removed. Recommended rotational crop sequences managing alfalfa volunteers in a timely manner; that is, before fall into two categories—grass crops (e.g. corn and cereal crops) the volunteers become too large to control or begin to compete and broadleaf crops. with the rotational crop. NOTE: More herbicide alternatives are available for management of volunteer alfalfa in grass crops.

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Planting limitation For additional information visit the USDA website: Genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa is not permitted to be planted in http://www.aphis.usda.gov/biotechnology/alfalfa_history.shtml any wildlife feed plots. For more information and the latest updates on Genuity® Roundup Crop product export Ready® Alfalfa, go to http://www.roundupreadyalfalfa.com Any product produced from a Genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa crop or seed, including hay and hay products, must be labeled To meet sales reporting requirements, the seed supplier and may only be used, exported to, processed or sold in countries is required to identify and list all Genuity® Roundup where regulatory approvals have been granted. It is a violation Ready® Alfalfa field locations. Therefore, all growers must of national and international laws to move material containing provide their seed supplier with the GPS coordinates biotech traits across boundaries into nations where import is of all their Genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa fields. not permitted.

Stewardship Weed Management Guidelines ® ® All Genuity Roundup Ready Alfalfa growers are required to Follow all pesticide label requirements and the guidelines below sign the Monsanto Technology/Stewardship Agreement (MTSA) to minimize the risk of developing glyphosate-resistant weed limited-use license which provides the terms and conditions for populations in Genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa: the authorized use of the product. Due to special circumstances, • Scout fields before and after each herbicide application. alfalfa growers in the Imperial Valley of California will also sign an • Use the right herbicide product at the right rate and at the Imperial Valley Use Agreement (IVUA) with specific stewardship right time. commitments. The MTSA and IVUA must be completed before • To control flushes of weeds in established alfalfa, make applications purchase or use of seed. of Roundup WeatherMAX® or Roundup PowerMAX® herbicide at Both the MTSA and IVUA explicitly prohibit all forms of commercial 22 to 44 oz/A before weeds exceed 6" in height, up to 5 days seed harvest on the stand. Every grower of Genuity® Roundup before cutting. Ready® Alfalfa agrees to only lawfully plant Genuity® Roundup • Use other approved herbicide products tank-mixed or in sequence Ready® Alfalfa, and not to plant Genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa with Roundup agricultural herbicide as part of a Genuity® Roundup for the production of seed, unless under specific contract to Ready® Alfalfa weed control program if appropriate for the weed produce seed. spectrum present. • Report any incidence of repeated non-performance of Roundup Pursuant to a Court Order issued on May 3, 2007, Genuity® agricultural herbicide or other glyphosate products on a particular ® Roundup Ready Alfalfa growers must adhere to the requirements weed to the appropriate Company representative, local retailer, set out in the December 18, 2007 USDA Administrative Order or county extension agent. (http://www.aphis.usda.gov/brs/pdf/RRA_A8_final.pdf) until • Follow weed control recommendations. the USDA completes its regulatory process. These requirements include, but are not limited to: • Pollinators shall not be added to Genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa fields grown only for hay production. • Farm equipment used in Genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa production shall be properly cleaned after use. • Genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa shall be handled and clearly identified to minimize commingling after harvest.

22 M o n s A N T O Genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa

WEED CONTROL RECOMMENDATIONS To preserve the quality potential of forage and hay in established stands, apply Roundup WeatherMAX after weeds have emerged but before alfalfa re-growth interferes with application spray coverage of the target weeds.

PROGRAM Instructions and Use Rates* Additional Information

Established Stands After the first harvest of a newly established stand, up Applications between cuttings may be applied as a single application to 44 oz/A of Roundup WeatherMAX®** herbicide or in multiple applications (e.g. 2 applications of 22 oz/A). per cutting may be applied up to 5 days before each Sequential applications should be at least 7 days apart. subsequent cutting. The combined total per year for all in-crop applications in established stands must not exceed 132 oz/A (4.1 qt/A) of Roundup WeatherMAX.

Weeds Controlled For specific application rates and instructions for In addition to those weeds listed in the Roundup WeatherMAX* label booklets, control of various annual and perennial weeds, refer to this product will suppress or control the parasitic weed, dodder (Cuscuta spp.) the Roundup WeatherMAX** herbicide label booklet. in Genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa. Repeat applications might be necessary Some weeds with multiple germination times or for complete control. suppressed (stunted) weeds might require a second For tough-to-control weeds or weeds not controlled by Roundup® agricultural application of Roundup WeatherMAX** herbicide for herbicides, use labeled rates of other approved herbicides, alone or in complete control. For some perennial weeds, repeated tank-mixtures, with Roundup agricultural herbicides. applications might be required to eliminate crop competition throughout the growing season.

Maximum In-Crop: Total Per Year: Use Rates*** • 44 oz/A per single application. The combined total per year for all in-crop applications in established stands must not exceed 132 oz/A (4.1 qt/A) of Roundup WeatherMAX. • Established Stand Total: 44 oz/A per cutting up to 5 days before harvest.

*Follow all pesticide label directions. **If using another Roundup agricultural herbicide, you must refer to the label booklet or separately published Genuity® Roundup Ready® Alfalfa supplemental label for that brand to determine appropriate use rates. If using Roundup PowerMAX, application rates are the same as for Roundup WeatherMAX. ***Maximum use rates apply to the total application of all glyphosates. See the Roundup WeatherMAX label for more information on maximum use rates.

Various weed biotypes are known to be resistant to glyphosate. For the current weed control recommendations for glyphosate-resistant weed biotypes, refer to www.weedresistancemanagement.com or call 1-800-768-6387. Approved supplemental labeling for specific herbicide products can be viewed on www.cdms.net or www.greenbook.net, or obtained by calling 1-800-768-6387.

2011 Technology Use g U i d e 23 Genuity® Roundup Ready® Spring Canola

Genuity® Roundup Ready® Spring Canola hybrids contain in-plant • Start with a clean field, using either a burndown herbicide tolerance to Roundup® agricultural herbicides, enabling growers application, residual herbicide or tillage, making sure weeds are to apply Roundup agricultural herbicides over the top of Genuity® controlled at planting. Roundup Ready® Spring Canola anytime from emergence through • In-crop, apply Roundup WeatherMAX® herbicide before weeds the 6-leaf stage of development. exceed 3" in height. • A sequential application of Roundup WeatherMAX herbicide The introduction of the Roundup Ready® trait into leading spring may be needed. canola hybrids and varieties gives growers the opportunity for • Use mechanical weed control, cultivation and/or residual unsurpassed weed control, proven crop safety and maximum herbicides where appropriate in your Genuity® Roundup Ready® yield potential. With Genuity® Roundup Ready® Spring Canola, Spring Canola. growers have the weed management tool necessary to improve • Use additional herbicide modes-of-action, residual herbicides spring canola profitability, while providing a viable rotational crop and/or mechanical weed control in other Roundup Ready crops to help break pest and disease cycles in cereal-growing areas. you rotate with Genuity® Roundup Ready® Spring Canola. WEED MANAGEMENT GUIDELINES • Clean equipment before moving from field to field to minimize Follow all pesticide label directions and the guidelines below the spread of weed seed. to minimize the risk of developing glyphosate-resistant weed • Report any incidence of repeated non-performance of Roundup populations in a Genuity® Roundup Ready® Spring Canola System: agricultural herbicide or other glyphosate products on a particular weed to the appropriate Company representative, • Scout fields before and after each burndown and in-crop application. local retailer, or county extension agent. • Follow weed control recommendations.

Weed Control Recommendations (Spring-Seeded)

Program Instructions and Use Rates* Additional Information

Two-Pass For broad-spectrum control of annual and perennial Spray when canola is at the 0- to 6-leaf stage of growth. To maximize yield Program— weeds, use an initial application of 11 oz/A of Roundup potential, spray Genuity® Roundup Ready® Spring Canola at the 1- to 3-leaf For Annual WeatherMAX**, in 5 to 10 gal/A water volume. No stage to eliminate competing weeds. Short-term yellowing may occur with and Perennial surfactant is required. later applications, with little effect on crop growth, maturity, or yield. Weed Control Make a second application of 11 oz/A of Roundup Wait a minimum of 10 days between applications. Two applications of Roundup WeatherMAX** no less than 10 days after initial WeatherMAX will: application up to the 6-leaf stage (prebolting). • Control late flushes of annual weeds such as foxtail, pigweed, and wild mustard. Do not exceed 11 oz/A per application. • Provide season-long suppression of Canada thistle, quackgrass, and perennial sow thistle. • Provide better yields by eliminating competition from both annuals and hard-to-control perennials.

Single For broad-spectrum control of annual and For best results, spray Genuity® Roundup Ready® Spring Canola at the 2- to Application easy-to-control perennial weeds, make a single 3-leaf stage. Can be applied up to 6-leaf stage; yellowing may occur with later for Annual application of 16 oz/A of Roundup WeatherMAX.** application with little effect on crop growth, maturity, or yield. Weed Control No additional in-crop applications can be made.

Maximum Two in-crop applications: Do not exceed 11 oz/A per application. Use Rate for Single in-crop application: Do not exceed 16 oz/A. No Roundup additional application can be made. WeatherMAX***

*Follow all pesticide label directions. **If using another Roundup agricultural herbicide, you must refer to the label booklet or separately published Genuity® Roundup Ready® Spring Canola supplemental label for that brand to determine appropriate use rates. If using Roundup PowerMAX®, application rates are the same as for Roundup WeatherMAX. ***Maximum use rates apply to the total application of all glyphosates. See the Roundup WeatherMAX label for more information on maximum use rates.

Various weed biotypes are known to be resistant to glyphosate. For call 1-800-768-6387. Approved supplemental labeling for the current weed control recommendations for glyphosate-resistant specific herbicide products can be viewed on www.cdms.net or weed biotypes, refer to www.weedresistancemanagement.com or www.greenbook.net, or obtained by calling 1-800-768-6387.

24 M o n s A N T O Genuity® Roundup Ready® Winter Canola

Genuity® Roundup Ready® Winter Canola varieties have been Grazing developed for seeding in the fall and harvesting the following It is recommended that Genuity® Roundup Ready® Winter Canola spring/summer. Genuity® Roundup Ready® Winter Canola varieties not be grazed. While Genuity® Roundup Ready® Winter Canola contain in‑plant tolerance to Roundup® agricultural herbicides, may provide growers additional opportunity as a forage for enabling growers to apply Roundup agricultural herbicides over grazing livestock, at the present time insufficient information the top of Genuity® Roundup Ready® Winter Canola from crop exists to allow safe and proper grazing recommendations. emergence to the pre-bolting stage. The introduction of the Preliminary data suggest that excessive grazing can significantly­ Roundup Ready trait into winter canola varieties gives growers reduce yield, and that careful nitrate management is critical in the opportunity of unsurpassed weed control, crop safety and managing Genuity® Roundup Ready® Winter Canola as a forage to maximum yield potential. Genuity® Roundup Ready® Winter Canola limit the risk of livestock nitrate poisoning. State universities are offers growers an important option as a rotational crop in traditional assessing the potential and the instructions for grazing Genuity® monoculture winter wheat production areas. Introducing crop Roundup Ready® Winter Canola and they will provide grazing rotation is an important factor in reducing pest cycles, including management guidelines when their research is completed. weed and disease problems.

WEED MANAGEMENT GUIDELINES Follow the same guidelines as stated for spring canola.

Weed Control Recommendations (FAll-Seeded)

PROGrAM Instructions and Use Rates* Additional Information Sequential The two-pass program gives the greatest flexibility in controlling Spray when Genuity® Roundup Ready® Winter Canola is at the 2–3 leaf Applications late-emerging weeds. For broad-spectrum weed control, apply 11 to stage of growth. Early applications can eliminate competing weeds and 22 oz/A of Roundup WeatherMAX** herbicide to 2-leaf or larger improve yield potential. Genuity® Roundup Ready® Winter Canola in the fall. Use 5 to 10 gallons/A water volume. Do not add surfactants. Two applications of Roundup WeatherMAX will provide control of early emerging annual weeds and winter emerging weeds such as downy Apply a second application of Roundup WeatherMAX** at 11 to brome, cheat and jointed goatgrass. 22 oz/A at a minimum interval of 60 days after the first application and before bolting in the spring. Do not exceed 22 oz/A per application.

Single For broad-spectrum control of annual and easy-to-control For best results, spray Genuity® Roundup Ready® Winter Canola at the Application perennial weeds, make a single application of 16 to 22 oz/A 2–3 leaf stage and when weeds are small and actively growing. Applications of Roundup WeatherMAX**, preferably in the fall. must be made prior to bolting. Use the higher rate in the range when weed densities are high, when weeds have over wintered or when weeds become large and well established.

Maximum Any single in-crop application of Roundup WeatherMAX** must Application of greater than 16 fluid ounces/A prior to the 6-leaf stage Use Rate for not exceed 22 oz/A. No more than two in-crop applications may could result in temporary yellowing and/or growth reduction. Roundup be made from crop emergence to canopy closure prior to WeatherMAX*** bolting in the spring.

*Follow all pesticide label directions. **If using another Roundup brand herbicide, you must refer to the label booklet or Genuity® Roundup Ready® Winter Canola supplemental label for that brand to determine appropriate use rates. If using Roundup PowerMAX, application rates are the same as for Roundup WeatherMAX. ***Maximum use rates apply to the total application of all glyphosates. See the Roundup WeatherMAX label for more information on maximum use rates.

Various weed biotypes are known to be resistant to glyphosate. For call 1-800-768-6387. Approved supplemental labeling for the current weed control recommendations for glyphosate-resistant specific herbicide products can be viewed on www.cdms.net or weed biotypes, refer to www.weedresistancemanagement.com or www.greenbook.net, or obtained by calling 1-800-768-6387.

2011 Technology Use g U i d e 25 Genuity® Roundup Ready® Sugarbeets

ATTENTION: Pursuant to a Court Order issued on August 13, 2010, Genuity® Roundup Ready® Sugarbeet seed CANNOT be shipped or planted until further administrative regulatory actions are completed by the USDA. This product is not available for purchase until further notice. For more information, and the latest updates on Genuity® Roundup Ready® Sugarbeets, go to www.Genuity.com/Specialty/Genuity-Roundup-Ready-Sugarbeets.

Genuity® Roundup Ready® Sugarbeet varieties have in-plant • Early-season weed control is critical to protect sugarbeet yield tolerance to Roundup® agricultural herbicides, enabling growers potential. Apply the first in-crop application of Roundup WeatherMAX to apply labeled Roundup agricultural herbicides from planting at a minimum of 22 oz/A while weeds are less than 2" in height. through 30 days prior to harvest for unsurpassed weed control, • Follow with additional postemergence in-crop application of with excellent crop safety and preservation of yield potential. Roundup WeatherMAX at a minimum of 22 oz/A for additional weed flushes before weeds exceed 4" in height. ® ® Genuity Roundup Ready Sugarbeets Management • Use mechanical weed control, cultivation and/or residual Sugarbeets are extremely sensitive to weed competition for light, herbicides where appropriate. nutrients and soil moisture. Research on sugarbeet weed control • Use additional herbicide modes-of-action, residual herbicides suggests that sugarbeets need to be kept weed-free for the first and/or mechanical weed control in other Roundup Ready crops eight weeks of growth to protect yield potential. Therefore, weeds you rotate with Genuity® Roundup Ready® Sugarbeets. must be controlled when they are small and before they compete • Report any incidence of repeated non-performance of Roundup with Genuity® Roundup Ready® Sugarbeets (before weeds exceed agricultural herbicide or other glyphosate products on a particu- crop height). More than one in-crop herbicide application will be lar weed to the appropriate Company representative, local required to control weed infestations to protect yield potential retailer, or county extension agent. as Roundup agricultural herbicides have no soil residual activity. • Follow weed control recommendations. Tank-mixtures of Roundup agricultural herbicides with fungicides, insecticides, micronutrients or foliar fertilizers are not recom- Agronomic Principles in Sugarbeets mended as they may result in crop injury and reduced pest Genuity® Roundup Ready® Sugarbeets provide a mechanism to control or antagonism. Bolting sugarbeets must be rogued or control weeds at planting and once Genuity® Roundup Ready® topped in Genuity® Roundup Ready® Sugarbeet fields. Sugarbeets emerge.

Genuity® Roundup Ready® Sugarbeet varieties have excellent Planting Limitation tolerance to in-crop applications of Roundup agricultural herbi- Genuity® Roundup Ready® Sugarbeets are not permitted to be cides. A postemergence weed control program using Roundup planted in any wildlife feed plots. WeatherMAX® or Roundup PowerMAX® will provide excellent weed Crop product export control in most situations. A residual herbicide labeled for use in Any product produced from a Genuity® Roundup Ready® Sugarbeet sugarbeets may also be applied preplant, preemergence or crop or seed may only be used, exported to, processed or sold in postemergence in Genuity® Roundup Ready® Sugarbeets. Contact countries where regulatory approvals have been granted. It is a a Monsanto Representative, local crop advisor or extension violation of national and international laws to move material specialist to determine the best option for your situation. containing biotech traits across boundaries into nations where Weed Management guidelines import is not permitted. Follow all pesticide label directions and the guidelines below to Stewardship minimize the risk of developing glyphosate-resistant weed All Genuity® Roundup Ready® Sugarbeet growers shall sign the populations in Genuity® Roundup Ready® Sugarbeets: Monsanto Technology/Stewardship Agreement (MTSA) limited- • Start with a clean field, using either a burndown herbicide use license which provides the terms and conditions for the application, residual herbicide or tillage, making sure weeds are authorized use of the product. The MTSA must be signed and controlled at planting. approved prior to purchase or use of seed.

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Weed Control Recommendations

PROGRAM Instructions and Use Rates* Additional Information

Preplant Burndown After preplant tillage or bedding operations have been completed, a Utilize tillage or chemical methods to start with a weed-free field. preplant burndown application of Roundup WeatherMAX®** at 22 to 44 oz/A may be applied to control weeds that have germinated after tillage and prior to planting. See the label for appropriate rates by weed species and weed size.

In-Crop Applications Up to two applications of Roundup agricultural herbicides may be made Sugarbeets are sensitive to weed competition and can lose yield up to Eight-Leaf prior to the 8-leaf stage of Genuity® Roundup Ready® Sugarbeets. rapidly if weeds are not controlled early. More than one in-crop Genuity® Roundup Roundup WeatherMAX application will be required to control weed The first application of 22 to 32 oz/A of Roundup WeatherMAX** Ready® Sugarbeets infestations to protect yield potential as Roundup agricultural should be made when weeds are less than 2" in height to protect herbicides have no soil residual activity. yield potential. Add ammonium sulfate at a rate of 17 lbs/100 gallons of spray Make an additional application of 22 to 32 oz/A of Roundup WeatherMAX solution with Roundup agricultural herbicides to maximize before weeds exceed 4" in height. product performance. Tank-mixtures of Roundup agricultural Maximum in-crop Roundup WeatherMAX prior to 8-leaf stage must not herbicides with fungicides, insecticides, micronutrients or foliar exceed 56 oz/A. fertilizers are not recommended. Sequential applications should be at least 10 days apart.

In-Crop Applications Up to two additional applications of 22 oz/A of Roundup Add ammonium sulfate at a rate of 17 lbs/100 gallons to Greater than WeatherMAX can be made after the eight-leaf stage up to of spray solution with Roundup agricultural herbicides to Eight-Leaf Genuity® 30 days prior to harvest. maximize product performance. Tank-mixtures of Roundup Roundup Ready® agricultural herbicides with fungicides, insecticides, Maximum in-crop Roundup WeatherMAX from 8-leaf stage up Sugarbeets micronutrients or foliar fertilizers are not recommended. to 30 days prior to harvest must not exceed 44 oz/A. Sequential applications should be at least 10 days apart.

Maximum In-Crop: Total Per Year: Use Rates**** • Two applications of Roundup ­WeatherMAX prior to the 8-leaf stage The combined total per year for all Roundup ­WeatherMAX of Genuity® Roundup Ready® Sugarbeets applications including pre-plant must not exceed 5.3 qt/A. - 32 oz/A per single application up to the 8-leaf stage. Total in-crop application must not exceed 100 oz/A.*** - Combined maximum of 56 oz/A in‑crop prior to the 8-leaf stage • Two applications of Roundup WeatherMAX after the 8-leaf stage Add ammonium sulfate at a rate of 17 lbs/100 gallons of spray up to 30 days prior to harvest solution with Roundup agricultural herbicides to maximize - 22 oz/A per single application after the 8-leaf stage. product performance. Tank-mixtures of Roundup agricultural - Combined maximum of 44 oz/A in‑crop after the 8-leaf stage herbicides with fungicides, insecticides, micronutrients or foliar until 30 days prior to harvest fertilizers are not recommended.

*Follow all pesticide label directions. **If using another Roundup agricultural herbicide, you must refer to the label booklet or separately published Genuity® Roundup Ready® Sugarbeets supplemental label for that brand to determine appropriate use rates. If using Roundup PowerMAX, application rates are the same as for Roundup WeatherMAX. ***In New York and Hawaii, the maximum application rate must not exceed 96 oz/A. ****Maximum use rates apply to the total application of all glyphosates. See the Roundup WeatherMAX label for more information on maximum use rates.

Various weed biotypes are known to be resistant to glyphosate. For the current weed control recommendations for glyphosate-resistant weed biotypes, refer to www.weedresistancemanagement.com or call 1-800-768-6387. Approved supplemental labeling for specific herbicide products can be viewed on www.cdms.net or www.greenbook.net, or obtained by calling 1-800-768-6387.

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28 M o n s A N T O Your Monsanto Farmers who plant Monsanto Technology are required to read, sign and comply with the Monsanto Technology/Stewardship Technology/ Agreement (MTSA). Stewardship If you have not renewed your MTSA within the last year (2010 version or later), go to www.renewmtsa.com to begin the Agreement renewal process.

(MTSA) Today! License renewal gives you access to the newest Monsanto trait innovations. It also puts the latest Stewardship information at your fingertips. Renew your license today! www.renewmtsa.com or call 1-800-768-6387 (M-F, 7 am to 6 pm, CST) 30% This guide was printed using Utopia II XG Cover • Saves the equivalent of 670 mature trees and Text which contains 30% post-consumer waste. • Reduces solid waste by 18,612 pounds Savings derived from using 30% post-consumer • Reduces waste water by 306,546 gallons fiber in lieu of 100% virgin fibers: • Reduces greenhouse gas emissions by 63,649 pounds

Before opening a bag of seed, be sure to read, understand and accept the stewardship requirements, including applicable refuge requirements for insect resistance management, for the biotechnology traits expressed in the seed as set forth in the Monsanto Technology Agreement that you sign. By opening and using a bag of seed, you are reaffirming your obligation to comply with the most recent stewardship requirements.

Roundup Ready® Alfalfa seed is currently not for sale or distribution. The movement and use of Roundup Ready® Alfalfa forage is subject to a USDA administrative Order available at http://www.aphis.usda.gov/brs/pdf/RRA_A8_final.pdf.

Monsanto Company is a member of Excellence Through Stewardship® (ETS). Monsanto products are commercialized in accordance with ETS Product Launch Stewardship Guidance, and in compliance with Monsanto’s Policy for Commercialization of Biotechnology-Derived Plant Products in Commodity Crops. Commodity crop products are approved for import into key export markets with functioning regulatory systems. Any crop or material produced from commodity crop products can only be exported to, or used, processed or sold in countries where all necessary regulatory approvals have been granted. It is a violation of national and international law to move material containing biotech traits across boundaries into nations where import is not permitted. Growers should talk to their grain handler or product purchaser to confirm their buying position for commodity crop products. Excellence Through Stewardship® is a registered trademark of Biotechnology Industry Organization.

B.t. products may not yet be registered in all states. Check with your Monsanto representative for the registration status in your state.

Cottonseed containing Monsanto traits may not be exported for the purpose of planting without a license from Monsanto.

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