The expansion is part of a global effort by DuPont to reinvest $100 million into its seed business to strengthen and drive commercialization of its pipeline of new products. Those include varieties with tolerance to drought, soybean cyst nematode, charcoal rot, stem borer, sudden death syndrome, Phytophthora root rot and other insect and disease protection traits. The new research center will play a vital role in developing and commercializing new varieties to meet the needs of area...

For a Harry Potter release, any general interest bookstore that isn t open at midnight and selling copies may as well close its doors. on July 21, copies will then go to customers at the top of the wait list, according to Rebecca Marble, the store s general manager. It does put us under a certain amount of pressure to discount with this particular book, she said. Before, they weren t allowed to open their cartons until midnight, just like everybody else. Jill Wassong, assistant manager at...

That includes transportation, show admission, catered luncheon with guest speakers, and a $30-value gift bag. Were glad we can extend this offer not just to our association members, but to any farmer who is looking for a ride. Hoosier Ag Today, Exclusively committed to covering the state's farming, food, forestry and renewable fuel issues. Were pleased to help provide bus transportation as an added value to our loyal farmer customers. You get to go in coach comfort and be served...

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