2017 SEEDGUIDE EASTERN REGION CORN SOYBEANS WHEAT

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1 2017 SEEDGUIDE EASTERN REGION CORN SOYBEANS WHEAT

2 CONTENTS SYNGENTA Syngenta Story 1 CORN Corn Story 2 Growth Stage and Application 3 Traits Portfolio 4 Characteristics 6 Hybrid Descriptions 8 Silage Characteristics 15 Agronomy 16 SOYBEANS Soybean Story 18 Growth Stage and Application 19 Characteristics 20 Variety Descriptions 22 WHEAT Wheat Story 26 Growth Stage and Application 27 Characteristics 28 Variety Descriptions 29 STEWARDSHIP Stewardship 31

3 Syngenta: Strong Pipeline of Innovation At Syngenta, we believe in delivering more food for a better world through outstanding crop technologies. We remain committed to realizing a better way to help growers do more with less. How can we surpass the yield ceiling and do so in a more profitable way for you? There is no easy or single answer, but with better means to improve genetic gain, control pests and manage your crops, we can do so. With our industry-leading technology and our commitment to innovation and collaboration, we can help. We offer an extensive and diverse seeds portfolio set forth on the following pages. Beyond this broad offering, we have the most comprehensive crop protection portfolio in the industry and we are changing the way you manage and market crops. Through innovations like the AgriEdge Excelsior program and Enogen corn enzyme technology, we are combining agronomic and technical expertise to effectively provide solutions and programs to meet your crops needs. Acuron corn herbicide and Trivapro fungicide are just two examples of our recent product introductions that are helping growers better manage tough weeds and disease pressure, respectively. We believe these technologies will not only provide better returns for you, but they will also benefit the industry as a whole. Our R&D commitment allows us to deliver on our promise and we plan to deliver significant results on our Good Growth Plan to continue to address growers challenges for today and tomorrow. Our purpose is Bringing plant potential to life. By 2020, we plan to deliver significant, measurable results on our six commitments in The Good Growth Plan. Those promises address the global food security challenge and put our purpose into action. We believe that sustainability is an ongoing journey of continuous improvement that builds on current best management practices. Progress will be made through combining leading technology with effective land management and benchmarks of key environmental efficiencies. As critical as it is to bring you great products, what really matters is helping you succeed. We believe in giving you choices, not limitations. Tools, not barriers. Collaboration, not manipulation. We re focused on delivering for today and the future, just like you. STORY The Good Growth Plan reflects Syngenta s belief that agricultural productivity must increase in order to feed a global population which is currently increasing by 200,000 every day. At the same time, farmland is being depleted through urbanization and soil erosion while water resources are under increasing pressure. Visit GoodGrowthPlan.com to learn how we are committed to more food, less waste; more biodiversity, less degradation; more health, less poverty. 1

4 Grow more corn From food and feed to fiber and fuel, nothing connects us like corn. Within the Syngenta corn portfolio are unique technologies and solutions to help you grow more Golden Harvest Corn. Our Y.E.S. Yield Engineering System is enabling us to provide a portfolio of superior hybrids with an option to fit any field. Additionally, through continued research, we have identified more water-optimizing corn genes that complement the foundational genes in our Agrisure Artesian hybrids and promote even more consistent performance in all weather conditions. Beyond our outstanding genetics and traits are best-in-class seed treatment and crop protection products to defend against pests and maximize yield and quality. For more information about the Syngenta corn portfolio, visit SyngentaUS.com/Corn START STRONG Working with your Syngenta Seed Advisor to choose the best management practices and products is essential to helping every crop start strong. New combinations from a broader genetic pool have led to the development of new Golden Harvest Corn hybrids. Golden Harvest hybrids integrate advanced genetics and breakthrough traits, providing an exceptional portfolio to maximize yields on every acre. To add another level of protection, Golden Harvest and Enogen Corn hybrids are treated with Avicta Complete Corn with Vibrance, a premium combination of separately registered Syngenta seed treatments to defend against early-season nematodes, insects and diseases that eat away at yield. For more information about Golden Harvest Corn hybrids, visit GoldenHarvestSeeds.com GROW STRONG Protecting corn plants from harsh environments, weeds, diseases and insects enables the crop to grow strong. Acuron and Acuron Flexi corn herbicides deliver better and more consistent weed control than industry standards. Growers will find harder-working and longer-lasting disease control and crop enhancement benefits with an application of our latest fungicide technology, Trivapro at V4 V8 and/or R1. With demonstrated activity that is ten times more potent than any other SDHI on the market, Trivapro will help growers maximize yield and profit potential. For early single-pass disease and weed control, Trivapro can be tank mixed with Halex GT herbicide, the No. 1 corn post-emergence premix combining three modes of action to deliver Glyphosate with Residual. YIELD STRONG The Syngenta lineup of fungicides and insecticides provides long-lasting residual control of late-season diseases and insects to help maximize yield. Syngenta seed and crop protection products, such as the Agrisure Viptera trait and Afla-Guard, a naturally occurring biocontrol agent, can help reduce aflatoxin occurrence associated with insect feeding to help reduce the risk of dockage or rejected loads at the grain elevator. 2

5 CORN Growth stage and application PRE-PLANT/AT-PLANT PRE-EMERGENCE SPIKE STAGE APPROXIMATELY 5" APPROXIMATELY 12" APPROXIMATELY 40" SILK/TASSEL Seed (Genetics and Traits) Seed Treatments Herbicides OR OR Insecticides Fungicides Biocontrol Agent Season-Long Genetic Performance Season-Long Water Optimization Additional Revenue Built In Residual Control Season-Long Pest Control Primary Application Timing and Contact Control Acuron, Avicta Complete Corn 250, Avicta Complete Corn 500, Ballista LFC, Bicep II Magnum, Bicep Lite II Magnum, Callisto Xtra, Force CS, Force 3G, Gramoxone SL 2.0, Lexar EZ, Lumax EZ and Warrior II with Zeon Technology are Restricted Use Pesticides. 3

6 Grow More Corn with the Agrisure Traits Portfolio The Agrisure traits portfolio offers best-in-class insect control, water optimization and herbicide tolerance to provide convenient, consistent solutions tailored for each growing environment. Agrisure Artesian corn hybrids maximize yield when it rains and increase yield when it doesn t. Built using scientifically selected genes, this elite class of high-performing hybrids can respond to water stress with multiple modes of action and at virtually any stage of growth managing gaps in rainfall throughout the season Advanced corn water technology for season-long performance A simple, effective way to help manage the unpredictability of weather Continued research provides even more genes for water optimization for more consistent performance in all weather conditions Visit AgrisureArtesian.com for more information. Featuring a unique mode of action, the Agrisure Duracade trait is essential for corn rootworm management. Agrisure Duracade trait stacks include the most advanced CRW control technology, resulting in healthier plants with stronger root systems that supply optimal water and nutrient uptake Available in integrated E-Z Refuge products that offer growers the convenience of not having to manage separate refuge acres Offered in the latest, highest-yielding genetics, such as water-optimizing Agrisure Artesian hybrids, and in combination with other insect control and herbicide-tolerant trait technologies Visit AgrisureDuracade.com for more information. The Agrisure Viptera trait delivers more control of more insects for more yield. Agrisure Viptera trait stacks control up to 16 above- and below-ground pests, including black cutworm, corn earworm and Western bean cutworm By reducing mycotoxins associated with ear-feeding insect damage, Agrisure Viptera can help protect feed quality for livestock and revenue at the grain elevator A critical part of today s top-performing trait stacks, Agrisure Viptera provides best-in-class above-ground insect control for maximum yield and productivity Visit AgrisureViptera.com for more information. 4 To order contact your Syngenta Seed Advisor or call or visit GoldenHarvestSeeds.com

7 CORN Syngenta offers multiple integrated, single-bag refuge options. Many Agrisure, Agrisure Viptera and Agrisure Duracade trait stacks are available as E-Z Refuge products, offering dual modes of action on key pests along with grower convenience for stewardship compliance. These traits and technologies are available in a variety of high-performing trait stacks: INSECT TRAIT PACKAGES AGRISURE TRAIT STACKS TRAIT(S) INCLUDED HERBICIDE TOLERANCE* Agrisure GT Agrisure GT Glyphosate Agrisure 3010 Agrisure GT + Agrisure CB/LL Glyphosate/Glufosinate Above Ground Agrisure Artesian 3010A Agrisure GT + Agrisure CB/LL + Artesian Glyphosate/Glufosinate Agrisure Viptera 3110 Agrisure GT + Agrisure CB/LL + Agrisure Viptera Glyphosate/Glufosinate Above/Below Ground Agrisure 3000GT Agrisure Viptera 3111 Agrisure GT + Agrisure CB/LL + Agrisure RW Agrisure GT + Agrisure CB/LL + Agrisure RW + Agrisure Viptera Glyphosate/Glufosinate Glyphosate/Glufosinate Above Ground with E-Z Refuge Agrisure Viptera 3220 E-Z Refuge Agrisure GT + Agrisure CB/LL + Agrisure Viptera + Herculex I Glyphosate/Glufosinate (EZ1 only) Agrisure 3122 E-Z Refuge Agrisure GT + Agrisure CB/LL + Agrisure RW + Herculex Xtra Glyphosate/Glufosinate (EZ1 only) Above/Below Ground with E-Z Refuge Agrisure Duracade 5122 E-Z Refuge Agrisure GT + Agrisure CB/LL + Agrisure RW + Agrisure Duracade + Herculex I Glyphosate/Glufosinate (EZ1 only) Agrisure Duracade 5222 E-Z Refuge Agrisure GT + Agrisure CB/LL + Agrisure RW + Agrisure Viptera + Agrisure Duracade + Herculex I Glyphosate/Glufosinate (EZ1 only) Agrisure trait stacks may be available as Artesian hybrids and will be indicated with a letter A at the end of the trait stack name. All other trait(s) included in Artesian hybrids are the same. *Consult bag tags for E-Z Refuge product herbicide options; only those labeled EZ1 may be sprayed with glufosinate. Notes 5

8 Characteristics PRODUCT TRAIT OFFERS Above/Below Ground Insect Protection with E-Z Refuge Above Ground Insect Protection with E-Z Refuge Above/Below Ground Insect Protection Above Ground Insect Protection No Insect Protection No Insect Protection Golden Harvest Hybrid Series Conventional G95D G96A G96V99 NEW 5122 NEW 3010 NEW G98L GT G99Z A 3111A G01P A 3011A GTA G01Q G02W GT Conv. G03A G03C84 NEW 3010 NEW G03H42 NEW 5122 NEW 3000GT NEW G03J GT G03W GT G05H G05T GT G06K GT GT G06N GT G07F GT NEW G07V GT G07B A NEW 3111A GTA Conv.-A G09E G10C45 NEW 5122 NEW 3010 NEW G10S NEW 3220 G10T NEW 3000GT G11F16 NEW 5222A NEW 3111A NEW G11K NEW G11U GT G12H G12J A NEW 3220A 3111A/3011A Conv.-A G12W66 NEW 3000GT NEW G13E G13M NEW G13N G13S G14H A 3010A GTA G14R NEW 3000GT GT G14V NEW 3000GT 3010 G14Y GT NEW G15Z NEW 3111 Conv. G16C G16K NEW 3111 GT G18D GT Key 6 Rating Scale 1 = Best 9 = Worst - = Not available Test Weight 1 = High 9 = Low Plant Height 1 = Tall 9 = Short Ear Height 1 = High 9 = Low Ear Flex F = Flex SF = Semi-Flex SD = Semi-Determinate D = Determinate Husk Cover S = Short M = Medium L = Long Cob Color R = Red P = Pink W = White Disease Tolerance 1 = High 9 = Low - = Not Available Drought: Agrisure Artesian water optimized hybrid. Flex hybrids adjust to growing conditions by changing ear length or kernel depth. Determinate/Fixed hybrids are less able to adjust ear size. Plant Population is considered more important for a determinate-ear hybrid than for a flex-ear hybrid.

9 CORN MATURITY INFORMATION AGRONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS PLANT CHARACTERISTICS DISEASE TOLERANCE PRODUCT Relative Maturity (RM) GDUs to Silk GDUs to Black Layer Emergence Seedling Vigor Root Strength Stalk Strength Drought Green Snap Staygreen Drydown Test Weight High ph Plant Height SF M R G95D SF M R G96A SD M R G96V99 NEW SF M R G98L SF M R G99Z SF M P G01P SD L R G01Q SF S R G02W SF M R G03A SF M R G03C84 NEW D S R G03H42 NEW SF M P G03J SF M P G03W SF M W G05H SF M P G05T F M R G06K SF M R G06N SF M P G07F SF M P G07V SF M P G07B SD M P G09E SF M R G10C45 NEW SF M P G10S SF M R G10T SF M R G11F16 NEW SF M P G11K SF M P G11U SF M P G12H SF M R G12J SF M W G12W66 NEW F M P G13E SD M R G13M F M W G13N F M P G13S SF M R G14H SD M R G14R SF S R G14V SF M R G14Y SD M R G15Z SF M P G16C F M P G16K SF L R G18D87 Ear Height Ear Flex Husk Cover Cob Color Gray Leaf Spot Northern Corn Leaf Blight Southern Corn Leaf Blight Goss s Wilt Eyespot Anthracnose Stalk Rot Fusarium Crown Rot Common Rust Golden Harvest Hybrid Series Note: Disease and Insect Ratings Ratings are not absolute; environmental conditions and certain cultural practices, such as continuous corn, play a critical role in disease development and insect infestation, which can, in turn, predispose plants to secondary disease such as stalk and ear rots. If conditions are severe, even hybrids rated as resistant can be adversely affected. Growers should balance yield potential, hybrid maturity and cultural practices against the anticipated risk of disease or insect pressure. Ratings are based on interpretation of statistically analyzed results of studies conducted by Syngenta. Seed products with the LibertyLink (LL) trait are resistant to the herbicide glufosinate ammonium, an alternative to glyphosate in corn, and combine high-yielding genetics with the powerful, non-selective, postemergent weed control of Liberty herbicide. 7

10 Agrisure nomenclature Agrisure Duracade A E-Z Refuge Master Brand Suffix Technology Series Broad Lepidopteran Trait Corn Borer Trait Corn Rootworm Trait Agrisure Artesian Hybrid Integrated, Single-Bag Refuge The brand suffix changes as new technologies are introduced. The technology series is indicated by the first number. The 3-technology series represents herbicide tolerance and the 5-technology series represents Agrisure Duracade. The last three numerical identifiers represent the number of modes of action in each hybrid for broad lepidopteran, corn borer and corn rootworm control respectively. The letter A indicates that the hybrid is a water-optimized Agrisure Artesian hybrid. The E-Z Refuge descriptor follows the trait stack numerical identifiers for hybrids that are available as integrated, single-bag refuge products which contain 95 percent seed of a corn hybrid containing the trait stack and 5 percent seed of a hybrid without insect control traits. Note: The Agrisure 3000GT trait stack with Artesian is labeled as Agrisure Artesian 3011A. Description key G11F16 Hybrid Series: All hybrids within this series were developed from the same base genetics. RM: 111: Specific relative maturity for this hybrid series. Trait versions available in this chassis. NEW: Indicates hybrid series or hybrid trait versions new for To order contact your Syngenta Seed Advisor or call or visit GoldenHarvestSeeds.com

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16 Golden Harvest Corn is solid all around. Chuck Sinn // Grower // Illinois 14 To order contact your Syngenta Seed Advisor or call or visit GoldenHarvestSeeds.com

17 CORN Corn silage hybrid selection Silage quality and yield scores are based on actual tonnage the silage analysis values were compared to hybrids of similar maturity. PRODUCT MATURITY INFO AGRONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS DISEASE TOLERANCE AGRONOMIC RESEARCH RATINGS Golden Harvest Hybrid Series Relative Maturity (RM) Emergence Root Strength Drought Staygreen Plant Height Ear Height Gray Leaf Spot Goss s Wilt Yield (Ton/A) CP (% of DM) NDF 48 hr (%) NDF Dig. 48 hr (%) Starch (% of DM) G95D H t l l H H l l l H l H G96A t l l l H l l l l t l t G98L H l t t l l l l l H l H G99Z t l l l l t l l l t l t G01P l l l l l t l l l l l l G01Q H l l l t l l l l H l H G02W t l H H l l l l l t l t G03J l t l l l t l l l l l l G03W H l l l l H l l l l l l G05H H l l l l t l l t H l H G05T H t l l l t l l l H l H G06K l t l l H H H l H l H l G06N H H l l l l l l l H l H G07F H l l l l l H H H H H H G07V l t l l H l l H H l H l G07B H l H H l H H H H H H H G09E H t H H l l H H H H H H G10S t l l l H l l l l t l t G10T H t t t t l H t l H l H G11K H l - l - - l l l H l H G11U t H l H l H l l l t l t G12H l t l l l t t t t t t t G12J l l l l l l l l l l l l G13E l H l l t l l l l l l l G13M l t H H H l l l l l l l G13N l l l l t l l l H l l l G13S H l l l l H H H H H H H G14H l l l l t t l l l l l l G14R l t H H H H H H H H H H G14V t l l l l l l l l t l t G15Z H l l l t l H H H H H H G16C l H t t t t l - l l l l G16K l t l l l l l l l l l l G18D H l H H H l l l H H l H Fat (% of DM) TDN (% of DM) NEL (Mcal/lb) Milk (lbs/ton) Milk (lbs/a) Beef (lbs/ton) Beef (lbs/a) NOTE: Hybrid characteristics such as staygreen and drought stress tolerance are also important to consider when selecting hybrids for silage. Digestibility ratings are based on NIR and in-vitro digestibility analysis. Milk performance estimates generated from University of Wisconsin equations. Comparisons should only be made among hybrids within a maturity group. Although actual silage yield and quality analysis of a hybrid will vary with environment, the relative ranking of a hybrid will be similar. These ratings are a relative performance guide. Conduct a laboratory test to determine actual silage quality when balancing a feed ration. Key Rating Scale 1 = Best 9 = Worst - = Not available Plant Height 1 = Tall 9 = Short Ear Height 1 = High 9 = Low Ratings Key H= Best Choice l = Good Choice t = Average to Slightly Below Average 6 = Not Recommended - = Not Available Drought: Agrisure Artesian water optimized hybrid. Using This Chart Yield: Calculated on a per-acre basis and adjusted to standard moisture. Crude Protein (CP): Indicates the percent content of feed component relative to other hybrids. Neutral Detergent Fiber Digestibility 48 Hour (NDFD 48 hr): Estimates the ruminant digestibility of the NDF fraction. Starch: Indicates the percent content of feed component. Total Digestible Nutrients (TDN): Sum of the digestibility of different nutrients. Net Energy Lactation (NEL): Net energy for lactating cows based on acid detergent fiber (ADF). Milk and Beef: Production per ton and acre feed quality on a per-ton basis, and combination of yield and quality on a per-acre basis. 15

18 Agronomic management PRODUCT AGRONOMIC MANAGEMENT AND PLACEMENT TRAITS END USE TRAITS Golden Harvest Hybrid Series Relative Maturity (RM) Yield in <28K Pop Yield in 28 31K Pop Yield in 31 34K Pop Seeding Rate Yield in 34 37K Pop Yield in >37K Pop Root Strength Stalk Strength Adaptation to Soil Types/Yield Environments G95D32 95 l l H H H 3 2 H H l H H H G96A69 96 l l l l l 4 2 l t t H l t H 6 6 G96V99 NEW 96 t l l H H 2 3 l l t H l l G98L17 98 t l H l l 4 3 H l H H H l H t t G99Z33 99 l H l l l 4 3 t H t H H l l l t G01P t l H H 4 2 H H l H H l H l 6 G01Q t l H H 3 4 l t t H l t G02W l H H l l 2 2 l H t H l l l l t G03A t l l l H 3 3 l l l H H l G03C84 NEW 103 t l H l l 3 3 t l t l H t G03H42 NEW t l H l 2 3 l t t H l H G03J l l t l H l H H H H 6 6 G03W l l l t t 4 4 t H 6 H H t l l H G05H H H l t l H H H H l H l 6 G05T t l l l 5 2 l H l H H H H t t G06K H H l t t 3 3 l H l t H t H 6 H G06N l l l l l 2 3 l l t H l t G07F t t l H H 3 2 H H 6 H H l H t l G07V H H l l l 5 3 l H t H H 6 H t H G07B t l H t t 5 4 t H t l H t t t H G09E t t l H H 5 2 l H t H H H H t t G10C45 NEW 110 l l l l l 2 2 H l l H l l G10S H H H t t 4 3 t l l H l l l t H G10T l l l l l 4 4 l l 6 H H t G11F16 NEW 111 H H H H H 2 2 l H 6 H H l G11K t l l H H 3 3 t l 6 H H l G11U l l l l l 2 3 l H t H H t t l H G12H H l l l t 3 4 t l t H H H l t l G12J l l l H l 4 4 l H 6 H H t l t H G12W66 NEW t l l H 3 2 l t t H l l G13E H H l t H H l H H t l 6 6 G13M t l H H H 2 3 l l l H l l G13N H H l l t 5 4 l l l H l t 6 l t G13S t l l l H H H H H t t t l G14H H H l t t 4 5 l H t H H t t t H G14R l H H H 2 3 H l t H H H l t l G14V t l l l t 2 3 l l H l H l G14Y l H H H 3 3 l H l H H l G15Z l H H H 4 4 H t t H l l t t t G16C l l l l l 3 3 t H 6 l H l G16K l H H H H 5 3 l H 6 H H t l t l G18D l H H H H 4 4 H l l H l l l t t Continuous Corn Drought Prone High ph Highly Productive Variable Poorly Drained Starch Protein Oil Key Rating Scale 1 = Best 9 = Worst - = Not available Score Interpretation H= Best Choice l = Good Choice t = Average to Slightly Below Average 6 = Not Recommended - = Not Available Agronomy ratings are based on statistically analyzed results of studies conducted by Syngenta. Agronomy ratings are relative based on other hybrids within the same maturity group. Drought: Agrisure Artesian water optimized hybrid. General Interpretation of Hybrid Response to Management/Placement Situations and End Use Traits Seeding Rate: The seeding rate columns indicate how well a hybrid responds to lower or higher planting populations. Your local Syngenta Seed Advisor has a calculator tool to help determine the optimal seeding population for various environments in your local geography. Continuous Corn: Favorable ratings in this column indicate hybrids containing multiple agronomic phenotypic traits deemed important for fields where corn is being cultivated for consecutive years. Ratings are weighted based on the following individual hybrid characteristics: emergence strength, early vigor, root and stalk strength, staygreen and yield. Adaptation to Soil Types/ Yield Environments: Ratings and soil type classifications are based on interpretation of studies conducted by Syngenta. High ph Performance: Ratings represent an assessment of stand establishment, chlorosis severity and yield performance. 16 To order contact your Syngenta Seed Advisor or call or visit GoldenHarvestSeeds.com

19 CORN Stay Connected With Thrive! The Thrive website features all the compelling content from our award-winning print magazine, plus so much more more news, more advice and more mobility because it s easy to access on your smartphone or tablet. Go to SyngentaThrive.com to learn more. Notes 17

20 Grow more soybeans At Syngenta, it is our mission to provide you with tools to enable you to grow more soybeans. Through our commitment to research and development, we are leading the effort to increase soybean productivity. Syngenta offers a dynamic portfolio of genetics, seed treatment and crop protection products to help you realize higher yields. Our knowledgeable representatives work closely with you to customize recommendations that help your soybeans start strong, grow strong and yield strong each season. For more information about the Syngenta soybean portfolio, visit SyngentaUS.com/Soybeans START STRONG A strong soybean crop starts with top-notch seed varieties and high-performance seed treatments to maximize plant establishment. NK Soybeans integrate best-in-class genetics and the latest traits. High-quality Syngenta seed treatments are available on all NK Soybean varieties, adding season-long protection from yield-robbing insects, diseases and nematodes. GROW STRONG We take an active approach in the stewardship of existing herbicide chemistries, including recommending overlapping residuals to protect your crop from pre-emergence through harvest. Additionally for the 2017 use season, we anticipate launching, pending regulatory approval, an auxin technology herbicide that contains the active ingredients S-metolachlor and dicamba for use on varieties that contain the Roundup Ready 2 Xtend trait. YIELD STRONG To yield strong, soybeans need protection from late-season stressors. Minimizing insect and disease pressures at this stage can help reduce yield loss. We offer a wide variety of insecticides that provide fast knockdown and long-lasting residual control of harmful insects and top-performing fungicides that protect against a broad spectrum of diseases. Broad early-season pest protection plus effective, season-long soybean cyst nematode protection A seed treatment combination of separately registered products Provides lethal, season-long activity against SCN Reduces damage from SDS and other SCN-related diseases All benefits listed below under CruiserMaxx Beans with Vibrance 18 Broad-spectrum, early-season insect and disease protection Increased yield potential from protection against all main early-season diseases and insects Higher tolerance of crop stress through optimized root health and plant vigor

21 SOYBEANS Growth stage and application PRE-PLANTING AT PLANTING VEGETATIVE STAGE BLOOM DEVELOPMENT POD DEVELOPMENT HARVEST Seeds Seed Treatments * Herbicides Insecticides Fungicides *For best results, add Mertect 340-F fungicide to your preferred Syngenta broad-spectrum seed treatment, such as Clariva Complete Beans seed treatment, a combination of separately registered products. Agri-Mek SC, Avicta Complete Beans 500, Besiege, Endigo ZC, Gramoxone SL 2.0, and Warrior II with Zeon Technology are Restricted Use Pesticides. 19

22 Characteristics PRODUCT AGRONOMIC/PLANT CHARACTERISTICS Soybean Brands Herbicide Tolerant Trait Relative Maturity (RM) Emergence Canopy/Plant Type Plant Height Growth Habit Standability Stress Tolerance Narrow Row Wide Row Flower Color Pubescence Color Pod Color Hilum Color Chloride Sensitivity Drought Prone ADAPTATION TO SOIL TYPES/ YIELD ENVIRONMENTS High ph Highly Productive Variable Poorly Drained S20-T6 GENRR2Y M M IND WH LTW BR BL - l l H l l S22-S1 GENRR2Y M M IND WH LTW BR BL - l l H l l S25-L9 GENRR2Y M MT IND WH GR TN BF - H l H H l S26-P3 GENRR2Y M M IND PUR LTW BR BR - l t H H l S27-J7 GENRR2Y MT MT IND WH LTW TN BL - l l H H H S28-A2 GENRR2Y MB M IND WH LTW BR BL - l t H l l S28-N6 NEW GENRR2Y MB M IND WH LTW BR BR - l t H H H S30-C1 GENRR2Y M MS IND PUR LTW TN BL - l H H l t S30-V6 GENRR2Y M M IND WH LTW BR BL - H t H H l S32-L8 GENRR2Y/STS MB MT IND WH LTW TN BR EXC H l H H l S34-N3 GENRR2Y MB MT IND PUR GR BR IMB - l l H l H S34-P7 GENRR2Y M MS IND WH LTW BR BL INC l l H l l S35-A5 GENRR2Y M T IND WH LTW TN BL INC H H H H H S35-C3 GENRR2Y M MT IND PUR LTW TN BL INC H 6 H H l S36-Y6 NEW GENRR2Y/STS MB MT IND WH GR BR BF INC l H H l H S37-Z8 GENRR2Y M MT IND WH LTW BR BL INC H t H H l S38-W4 GENRR2Y M T IND WH LTW TN BL INC l t H l l S39-C4 GENRR2Y MB T IND PUR LTW BR BL INC H t H H l S39-T3 GENRR2Y/STS MB MT IND WH LTW TN BL INC l l H l l S39-U2 GENRR2Y MB MT IND WH LTW TN BL INC H l H H l S42-P6 NEW GENRR2Y M MT IND WH LTW TN BL INC H t H H H S45-R7 GENRR2Y/STS M MT IND WH LTW BR BR INC l l H l l S45-W9 NEW GENRR2Y B M IND WH LTW TN BL EXC l t H l l S47-C8 NEW GENRR2Y/STS M MT IND WH LTW BR BL INC l t t l l S47-K5 GENRR2Y MB MT IND WH LTW TN BL INC l 6 H l l S48-D9 GENRR2Y MB T IND WH LTW TN BL EXC l l H H l S48-P4 GENRR2Y/STS M T IND PUR LTW BR BL INC l 6 H l l S49-B1 NEW GENRR2Y MB T IND WH LTW TN BL EXC H t l l l S53-C5 NEW GENRR2Y/STS MB MS DET WH TW TN BL INC t t l l t S55-Q3 GENRR2Y M M DET PUR TW TN BL EXC l 6 l l t Key Disease/Pest Ratings 1 = Best, 9 = Worst, - = Not Available Herbicide Tolerant Traits GENRR2Y = Genuity Roundup Ready 2 Yield GENRR2Y/STS = Genuity Roundup Ready 2 Yield and STS Canopy/Plant Type T = Thin, MT = Medium-Thin, M = Medium, MB = Medium-Bush, B = Bush Plant Height S = Short, MS = Medium-Short, M = Medium, MT = Medium-Tall, T = Tall Adaptation to Soil Types/ Yield Environments H= Best Choice l = Good Choice t = Average to Slightly Below Average 6 = Not Recommended - = Not Available Color Abbreviations BF = Buff, BL = Black, BR = Brown, GR = Gray, IMB = Imperfect Black, IMY = Imperfect Yellow, LGR = Light Gray, LTW = Light Tawny, PUR = Purple, TN = Tan, TW = Tawny, WH = White, YEL = Yellow Growth Habit IND = Indeterminate, DET = Determinate Chloride Sensitivity INC = Includer, EXC = Excluder 20 To order contact your Syngenta Seed Advisor or call or visit GoldenHarvestSeeds.com

23 SOYBEANS % mst. GRAIN QUALITY % mst. PHYTOPHTHORA Gene Resistance Field Tolerance Soybean Cyst Nematode (SCN) Iron Deficiency Chlorosis (IDC) DISEASE/PEST Brown Stem Rot (BSR) Sclerotinia White Mold (SWM) Sudden Death Syndrome (SDS) Frogeye Leaf Spot (FELS) PRODUCT Rps1c 5 MR S20-T Rps1c 4 R3, MR S22-S Rps1c 4 R3, MR S25-L MR3, MR S26-P Rps1k 3 R3, MR S27-J Rps1c 4 R3, MR S28-A Rps1c 3 R3, MR S28-N6 NEW R3, MR S30-C R3, MR S30-V Rps1c 4 R3, MR S32-L Rps1c 4 MR3, MR S34-N R3, MR S34-P Rps1c 4 R3, R S35-A R3, MR S35-C Rps1c 4 R3, MR S36-Y6 NEW R3, R S37-Z R3, MR S38-W R3, MR S39-C R3, MR S39-T R3, R S39-U Rps1a 4 R3, R S42-P6 NEW R3, MR S45-R Rps1c 4 R S45-W9 NEW Rps1a 5 R S47-C8 NEW Rps1a 4 MR3, MR S47-K Rps1c 4 R3, R S48-D Rps1k 4 R3, MR S48-P Rps1c 3 R S49-B1 NEW R S53-C5 NEW MR3, MR S55-Q3 Soybean Brands Resistance Rating System Indicates when a variety is resistant to a specific disease or pest. For Soybean Cyst Nematode (SCN) resistance, the specific nematode races the variety is resistant against are specified. For Phytophthora, the gene conveying the resistance is listed. Soybean Cyst Nematode (SCN) 1, 3, and/or 14 = Specific race of soybean cyst nematode, R = Resistant, MR = Moderately Resistant, S = Susceptible Phytophthora Gene Resistance The following genes confer resistance to the listed races of Phytophthora: Rps1a = Resistant to races 1, 2, 10, 11, 13 18, 24, 26, 27, 31, 32, 36, 38 Rps1c = Resistant to races 1 3, 6 11, 13, 15, 17, 21, 23, 24, 26, 28 30, 32, 34, 36, 38, 44 Rps1k = Resistant to races 1 11, 13 15, 17, 18, 21 24, 26, 36 38, 44 Rps3a = Resistant to races 1 5, 8, 9, 11, 13, 14, 16, 18, 23, 25, 28, 29, 31 35, 39, 44, 45 Rps6 = Resistant to races 1 4, 8, 9, 10, 12, 14 16, 18 21, 25, 28, 33 35, 38, 39, 44, 45 Phytophthora Field Tolerance Usually not as complete as race-specific resistance, but it offers general protection. Resistance is not expressed in early stages of plant development. Numerical rating scale of 1 9; 1 = Best. 21

24 Description key Soybean brand RM: 3.8: Specific relative maturity for this product. Herbicide tolerance and other traits Ratings are based on field observations collected by Syngenta from multiple locations over multiple years. They represent comparisons with company products only. 22 To order contact your Syngenta Seed Advisor or call or visit GoldenHarvestSeeds.com

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27 SOYBEANS Notes Historically, we ve never planted anything better than NK Soybeans. Every year, an NK Soybean variety has been our best soybean, and every year, we ve planted something else so that we have a check. We couldn t be happier with the performance. Josh Davison Grower/Syngenta Seed Advisor // Indiana 25

28 Grow more wheat Syngenta supports cereal growers from seed to harvest through a diverse portfolio of seed and crop protection solutions backed by region-specific research. Syngenta is propelling the wheat sector forward with its continued investments in innovative technology. We work closely with the wheat industry to identify new solutions that raise standards for yield, quality and sustainability. To locate an AgriPro Brand Seed Associate who can assist you with choosing the best certified seed varieties for your operation, visit AgriProWheat.com/Associate-Search START STRONG With more than 100 varieties of spring and winter wheat in North America, Syngenta is committed to developing superior varieties that address local pest and agronomic challenges. Syngenta and AgriPro brand wheat varieties are consistent performers that target high yield potential, good test weights, desirable grain quality and superior disease protection. GROW STRONG The key to a profitable harvest is laying a strong foundation for the season, which includes healthy roots and a strong stand. Our industry-leading seed treatments deliver enhanced protection against damaging insects and diseases, which leads to vigorous root systems and improved crop performance. YIELD STRONG Season-long protection from crop stress, weeds, diseases and insects helps maximize wheat quality and yield potential. Syngenta offers a robust portfolio of crop protection products so you can achieve maximum yield, quality and profit potential. To learn more, visit SyngentaUS.com/Cereals Leading seed treatment protects against a wide range of insects and diseases CruiserMaxx Vibrance cereals seed treatment insecticide/fungicide provides broad-spectrum disease protection, including best-in-class Rhizoctonia activity Boosts Rooting Power, the link between long-lasting disease protection and higher, more consistent yields Delivers the Cruiser Vigor Effect to help enhance germination and deliver better yield potential Ask for CruiserMaxx Vibrance Cereals seed treatment for all of your wheat seed. 26

29 WHEAT Growth stage and application PRE-PLANT BURNDOWN PLANTING Growth Stage Scales PRE-EMERGENCE FEEKES ZADOKS EMERGENCE TILLERING STEM ELONGATION One shoot Tillering begins Tillers formed Leaf sheaths erect Leaf sheaths strongly erect First node visible Second node visible Flag leaf just visible Ligule of flag leaf just visible In boot Head visible HEADING Flowering Seeds Seed Treatments Herbicides * ** Insecticides Fungicides Plant Growth Regulator *Sierra is not registered on barley. **Do not use in San Luis Valley of Colorado. Gramoxone SL 2.0 and Warrior II with Zeon Technology are Restricted Use Pesticides. 27

30 Characteristics PRODUCT PLANT DESCRIPTION DISEASES Variety Class Type Relative Maturity Vernalization Winterhardiness Test Weight Height Straw Strength Soil Virus Complex Leaf Blotch Barley Yellow Dwarf Leaf Rust Stripe Rust Powdery Mildew Fusarium Head Blight (Scab) SY 007 SRW Awned Branson SRW Awnless SY 547 NEW SRW Awnless SY 474 SRW Awnless SY 901 SWW Awned W1104 SRW Awnless W1062 SWW Awnless SY 100 NEW SRW Awnless SY 483 SRW Awnless Key Numeric Ratings 1 = Best or Resistant 9 = Poor or Susceptible Class SRW = Soft Red Winter SWW = Soft White Winter Relative Maturity 1 = Early 2 = Medium/Early 4 = Medium 6 = Medium/Late Vernalization 1 = Medium Short 3 = Medium 5 = Medium Long Test Weight 1 = Excellent 3 = Very Good 5 = Good 7 = Fair 9 = Poor Height 1 = Short 3 = Medium/Short 5 = Medium 7 = Medium/Tall 9 = Tall Soil Virus Complex 1 = Best or Resistant 9 = Poor or Susceptible Fusarium Head Blight (Scab) 1 = Resistant 3 = Moderately Resistant 5 = Moderately Susceptible 7 = Susceptible Description key Variety Mat: ME/E: Relative maturity for this product. Class of wheat 28 To order contact your Syngenta Seed Advisor or call or visit AgriProWheat.com

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32 WHEAT Notes A Syngenta Agronomy Blog The latest agronomic insights and production advice to help you maximize your fields potential regardless of crop or region. Visit KnowMoreGrowMore.com to see what s happening throughout the country and for support with crop management decisions. Sign up for the Know More, Grow More Digest to receive twice-monthly agronomic updates for your area. 30 To order contact your Syngenta Seed Advisor or call or visit AgriProWheat.com

33 STEWARDSHIP Protect and Preserve A strong stewardship program is essential for protecting and preserving the long-term value of insect-protected trait technology. Syngenta provides responsible programs and information regarding the appropriate crop production, handling and marketing practices. STEWARDSHIP REQUIREMENTS Read and understand the stewardship requirements found in the Insect Resistance Management (IRM) Stewardship Guide, including applicable refuge requirements when planting insect protected traits as set forth in the Syngenta stewardship/technology agreement that you sign. To sign an agreement or view recommended planting configurations, please visit SyngentaStewardship.com or contact the Syngenta stewardship team: By opening and using a bag of seed, you are reaffirming your obligation to comply with those stewardship requirements. BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES The agricultural industry has learned that, in addition to planting a refuge, a sound Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategy is needed to prevent Corn Rootworm (CRW) resistance. For more information on how you can implement Best Management Practices (BMPs) on your farm, including crop and trait rotation, refer to the industry CRW BMPs located at the NCGA website NCGA.com/CornRootWorm CORN REFUGE REQUIREMENTS It is important to recognize that different hybrid/trait packages may have different Insect Resistance Management (IRM) requirements. On-farm mixing of any seed is not an approved method to comply with stewardship requirements. TRAIT STACK* MINIMUM REFUGE REQUIREMENT (CORN-GROWING REGION) MINIMUM REFUGE REQUIREMENT (COTTON-GROWING REGION) 20% 50% 20% E-Z Refuge no additional refuge required 20% supplemental refuge Refuge size is calculated by applying the appropriate percentage (e.g., 20%, 50%) to the TOTAL CORN ACRES. Calculator available to help growers plan how to meet the minimum refuge requirements for each Bt corn products on their farm. Download at *Agrisure trait stacks may also be available as an Agrisure Artesian water optimized hybrid. The same modes of action and stewardship requirements are applicable. Caution: Do not spray E-Z Refuge products with glufosinate ammonium based herbicides, including Liberty herbicides. GRAIN MARKETING Growers are encouraged to consult the Bio Trade Status website for the approval status of commercially available hybrids: BioTradeStatus.com. Talk to your grain handler prior to delivering crop so that it can be handled and marketed appropriately. Please contact your local seed representative with any questions. 31

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