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Begemann will emphasize that Monsanto's growth will continue to come from innovation, with a focus on developing new products and technology that create value for farmers and the value chain by improving the productivity of acres that are being farmed.

"What I believe we do better than anyone else is to apply our technology to increase on-farm yields," said Begemann. "As a leading technology provider in agriculture, our products work to create more grain at a lower cost with less risk to serve the collective needs for feed, food and fuel across crops."

Webcast Information

Begemann's presentation slides and simultaneous audio webcast of the presentation may be accessed by visiting the company's web site at http://www.monsanto.com/investors. Following today's live broadcast set for 2 p.m. ET, a replay of the webcast will be available for two weeks through this same link.

Monsanto Company is a leading global provider of technology-based solutions and agricultural products that improve farm productivity and food quality. For more information on Monsanto, see: http://www.monsanto.com/.

Cautionary Statements Regarding Forward-Looking Information:

Certain statements contained in this release are "forward-looking statements," such as statements concerning the company's anticipated financial results, current and future product performance, regulatory approvals, business and financial plans and other non-historical facts. These statements are based on current expectations and currently available information. However, since these statements are based on factors that involve risks and uncertainties, the company's actual performance and r
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