Media Room - 2008 News Releases

December 29, 2008
World-Record Soybean Producer Extends 100-Plus Per Bushel Production to Commercial Fields
Pioneer® brand 94B73 yields 117 bushels per acre in Cullers’ contest plot

December 29, 2008
DuPont Acquires Ag Data Management Business to Enhance Information Solutions for Growers
Acquisition will Enhance Precision Farming Technology Available to Industry and Pioneer Customers

December 18, 2008
DuPont Congratulates Albracht for Highest Overall Yield in 2008 Corn Growers Contest
Growers Planting Pioneer® Brand Hybrids Win 70 Percent of National Titles in 2008 Contest

December 15, 2008
Growers Planting Pioneer® Brand Sorghum Hybrids Win Nearly All of National Categories in NSP Yield and Management Contest

December 11, 2008
Herculex® Receives Regulatory Approval in Brazil
Biotech Trait Should Lead to Greater Productivity, Profitability for Brazilian Farmers

December 11, 2008
DuPont Unveils New Strategy to Expand its Seed Business
Pioneer Hi-Bred Partners with Seed Companies to Introduce New Products, Brands
See also: PROaccess(SM) Business Strategy (PDF 527 KB)

December 10, 2008
Matching Genetics, Technology and Management Practices Critical to Meeting Strong Demand for Agricultural Crops
DuPont Leader says “Right Product, Right Acre” Key to Top Productivity

December 5, 2008
Strong Hybrid Emergence, Stalk Shredding Improve Yields in Continuous, No-till Corn
Pioneer Hi-Bred, University of Missouri share initial research results

December 2, 2008
‘Right Product, Right Acre’ Winning Seed Strategy for Farmers and DuPont
High Performance Products, Individualized Service Netting Strong Early Orders

November 25, 2008
Biotech Endorsement Insurance Discount Expanded to Nebraska, Kansas Growers Planting Corn with HERCULEX® XTRA Traits

November 13, 2008
Pioneer Hi-Bred and Farms Technology Launch New Instant Hedging and Cash Grain Commodity Transaction Service
MarketPoint® Resource e-Pit^SM is Industry First and Only Available on Pioneer MarketPoint® Resource

November 6, 2008
DuPont Expands Seed Production Capacity to Meet Growing Demand for Seed, Grain
New Facility in Oregon Will Help Ramp Up New Corn Hybrids Faster

November 6, 2008
Pioneer Hi-Bred Research Brings New Levels of Protection Against Soybean Diseases
Higher levels of resistance combat SDS and SCN

November 6, 2008
Breakthrough genetic solution for clubroot coming soon
New canola hybrid from Pioneer Hi-Bred will be the first product available with resistance to the disease

October 13, 2008
Pioneer Scientist Named Iowa Inventor of the Year
Albertsen Honored for Advancements in the Development of Hybrid Seed Corn

September 26, 2008
Pioneer Experts Say Fall Alfalfa Management Key to Healthy Spring Growth
Final cutting, weed control and fertilizer impact spring alfalfa yields

September 24, 2008
Smart Planning Makes Winter Feeding Transition More Economical and Productive, Say Pioneer Hi-Bred Forage Experts
Attention to detail can help livestock producers save money

September 23, 2008
Pioneer Hi-Bred Introduces New Y Series Pioneer® Brand Low Linolenic Soybeans for 2009
Announces Premiums for Low Linolenic Soybean Growers

September 22, 2008
DuPont Opens India Corn Research Facility to Boost Productivity

September 8, 2008
Pioneer Hi-Bred Offers Tips to Maximize Feedstock Quality
Harvesting maturity and silage additives key to nutritional value

September 4, 2008
New Pioneer Corn Numbering System Provides Growers More Information
New system makes CRM, technology identification easier

August 28, 2008
Pioneer Hi-Bred FIT® Mapping Combines Product-Specific Information With Yield Performance
PGrowers benefit from repeated use of system; more crop history

August 28, 2008
DuPont Leader Says Agricultural Value Chain Must Unite to Provide Holistic, Sustainable Advancements for Africa’s Small Farmers

August 26, 2008
New DuPont Laser Technology Speeds Development of Higher Yielding Corn and Soybeans
Technology a Big Step in Increasing Corn and Soybean Yields 40 Percent in 10 Years

August 25, 2008
DuPont Boosts Seed Research in Europe to Extend Leadership Position
New State-of-the-Art Research Centers to Deliver Higher Yielding Corn and Sunflower Hybrids

August 21, 2008
Pioneer, KSU Research Recommends Irrigating Through Grain-Filling Stage
Research provides at-season recommendations

August 19, 2008
DuPont Obtains Biotechnology Endorsement for Pioneer® Brand Products
Growers Planting Pioneer Products with Herculex® XTRA Traits Will Qualify for Lower Crop Insurance Rates

August 14, 2008
Trait Scores Help Growers Make Informative Seed Selections
Pioneer seed rating charts offer field-by-field management

August 6, 2008
DuPont and Hexima Partner to Develop and Commercialize Fungal Disease Resistance Technology

July 31, 2008
Pioneer Hi-Bred Expands MarketPoint(SM) Resource into Iowa and Nebraska
Web-based service tool links growers, end users to market quality grain

July 18, 2008
Western Bean Cutworm Expands Its Reach
Pioneer Hi-Bred Recommends Early Scouting

July 17, 2008
DuPont Soybean Leadership Advances with U.S. Approval of Optimum® GAT® Trait
Regulatory Milestone Key Step in Bringing Higher Productivity to Soybean Growers

July 10, 2008
Pioneer® Brand Soybeans from DuPont Deliver Step-Change in Soybean Yields
New Generation of Soybean Varieties is Largest Product Launch in Pioneer History

July 7, 2008
Pioneer Hi-Bred Researcher Cites Scouting Tips for Monitoring Asian Soybean Rust

July 3, 2008
DuPont Leader Tells United Nations that Barriers to Improved Ag Productivity Can be Overcome
Open Access to Agricultural Inputs, Information, Markets Are Key to Abate Hunger, Reduce Poverty

June 26, 2008
New DuPont Molecular Markers Increase Soybean Productivity

June 20, 2008
DuPont Opens New Maize Research Center in Mexico
Increased Investment in R&D Brings Better Products to Market Faster

June 17, 2008
Illinois Crop Improvement Association Confirms DuPont Ethanol Calibration System Provides Reliable, Rapid Evaluation

June 9, 2008
Early Signs Indicate Potentially Fewer Soybean Aphids in 2008
Monitoring Fields Still Key to Managing Problem Areas, Say Pioneer Experts

June 5, 2008
DuPont Science to Drive Increased Global Agricultural Productivity
DuPont Crop Genetics Research Leader Details New Technologies at Investors' Conference

June 3, 2008
More Can Be Done Now to Address the Growing Global Demand for Grain
Increasing Yields the Best Option, Says DuPont Leader at UN Food and Agriculture Conference

May 29, 2008
Curry Seed Company Reaches an Agreement with Pioneer Hi-Bred
Curry Customers Will See Broader Product Line-Up and More Traits

May 27, 2008
Black Cutworms Moving Further North Into Midwestern Cornfields
Pioneer Recommends Early Scouting to Monitor Potential Outbreaks

May 22, 2008
Pioneer Hi-Bred Recommends Early Scouting for Potential Insect Problems
Wet conditions, delayed corn planting may lead to more pest challenges

May 21, 2008
DuPont Reaffirms Expectations for North America Seed Corn Market Share
Confidence in Meeting Milestone Increases with Majority of U.S. Corn Fields Planted

May 21, 2008
DuPont Leader Urges United Nations to Move Agriculture Higher on Agenda
Agricultural Technology Critical in Addressing Global Food Crisis

May 19, 2008
Pioneer and John Deere Risk Protection to Sponsor Pro Farmer Midwest Crop Tour in August

May 15, 2008
Alfalfa Management Practices Aid in Curing Process
Windrow spacing, using conditioners help offset potential losses

May 8, 2008
Pioneer, KSU Research Shows No Negative Impact on Corn From Delaying Irrigation
Research provides early-season recommendations, irrigation management tips

May 7, 2008
European Commission Continues Unnecessary Delay of 1507 Maize Cultivation Application
EU approval process not being followed by the Commission

May 5, 2008
DuPont Strengthens Commitment to Responsible Science with New Biotech Advisory Panel Members

April 25, 2008
DuPont Partnering with China to Increase Farm Productivity
DuPont Crop R&D Leader Discusses Pioneer Hi-Bred Biotechnology Leadership at Beijing Ag Summit

April 18, 2008
Pioneer Forage Forum Features Nutrition, Feeding Information for Dairy Industry
Blogs, podcasts engage dairy industry on Pioneer, university research

April 17, 2008
DuPont Purchases Equity Stake in Farms Technology
Leading E-Trading Platform Teams with Pioneer MarketPoint^SM Resource

April 16, 2008
Long-Term Research Shows Full-Season Corn Hybrids Best Choice, Even if Delayed Planting
Pioneer Hi-Bred, university studies indicate yield, profit advantage over switch to early hybrids

April 10, 2008
Pioneer Hi-Bred, Asoyia Enter Into Ultra Low Lin Soybean IP Agreement
Program Offers Attractive Premiums for Soybean Growers

April 10, 2008
Pioneer to Build Permanent Research Site in Eastern South Dakota
Reinforces Long-Term Commitment to Product Development in the Region

April 7, 2008
Pioneer to Treat its New Soybean Varieties with CruiserMaxx™ Beans

March 31, 2008
DuPont Donates Sequences from Corn Disease Agent to Advance Research
Pioneer Disease-Resistant Lines Advance to Market

March 27, 2008
DuPont Opens New Seed Production Plant to Meet Increasing Demand for Pioneer® Brand Canola
Pioneer Hi-Bred to Increase Canola Production by 58 Percent in 2008

March 18, 2008
Research Confirms Better Oil from New DuPont High Oleic Soybean Trait
Bunge, DuPont Alliance on Track to Deliver First Biotech Product with Direct Consumer Benefits

March 12, 2008
DuPont and Arcadia Biosciences Collaborate to Improve Nitrogen Use Efficiency in Corn

March 12, 2008
The Patent Board™ and Nature Biotechnology Rank DuPont No. 1 Innovator in Chemical Industry and No. 1 in Biotech Patents

March 6, 2008
DuPont Launches Next Generation Technology to Accelerate Corn Research and Increase Productivity
New Facility Combines Cutting-Edge Robotics, Imaging for 24/7 Research

February 28, 2008
DuPont Innovation to Increase Corn Yields, Simplify Compliance
Optimum® AcreMax™ New Insect Protection System Introduced to U.S. Farmers

February 27, 2008
National Corn Growers Association Applauds Scientists for Completing Corn Genome Draft Sequence
Ceres, Monsanto, Pioneer Provided Unique Scientific Data to Make Breakthrough Possible

February 25, 2008
DuPont Significantly Increases Seed Production Acres for Second Consecutive Year

February 25, 2008
Crop Management Challenges Increase With Early Corn Planting
Pioneer provides tips for managing early-season stress

February 22, 2008
Advanced Technologies Key to Meeting Increased Demand for Grain
DuPont Leader Discusses Agricultural Productivity at USDA Agricultural Outlook Forum

February 20, 2008
DuPont Launches Online MarketPoint^SM Resource for Agriculture Industry
Web-based Service Links Growers with End Users to Market Quality Grain

February 19, 2008
Syngenta, DuPont Sign Agreement for Access to Broad Insect Control Technology in Corn

February 14, 2008
Planting Corn After Corn Demands Top-of-Game Management
Pioneer agronomists offer best management practices to help maintain yields

February 12, 2008
DuPont Unveils New Strategies to Increase Farmer Productivity
Better Corn Insect Control System, Higher Soybean Yields, Broader Seed Business Reach in Brazil

February 11, 2008
DuPont and Precision BioSciences Collaborate to Accelerate Crop Product Development
Genome Engineering Technology to Bring New Choices, More Options to Global Agriculture

February 7, 2008
DuPont Pledges $1 Million to World Food Prize
Contribution Helps Establish Norman E. Borlaug Hall of Laureates

February 4, 2008
DuPont Hosts Meeting of Leading Plant Scientists to Improve World Agricultural Productivity
Three-day Symposium Focuses on Improving Drought Tolerance

January 30, 2008
Perdue AgriBusiness Announces Low Linolenic Soybean Contracting Opportunities with DuPont Business Pioneer Hi-Bred

January 28, 2008
Pioneer Announces Expansion in the Greater Des Moines Area
Regulatory Group Will Relocate to Ankeny to Support Growth, Increase Capacity

January 24, 2008
DuPont Announces Expansion at Pioneer Hi-Bred Production Facility
Addition is Part of Ongoing Effort to Meet High Demand for Pioneer® Brand Seed Corn

January 23, 2008
Pioneer Provides Growers Information for Crop Rotation Decisions, Planting Tips
Consider field selection, compaction, residue management and soil fertility

January 3, 2008
Pioneer Releases 59 New Hybrids for 2008 Planting
Twenty-three new genetic platforms introduced