GRAIN & FORAGE RESOURCE GUIDE CORN SOYBEANS WHEAT ALFALFA & FORAGE

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1 2018 GRAIN & FORAGE RESOURCE GUIDE CORN SOYBEANS WHEAT ALFALFA & FORAGE

2 At Rupp Seeds, our top priority continues to be providing seed that s ideal for your fields. And your bottom line. We test, grow and select the highest yielding hybrids for the tristate area. By partnering with multiple sources, we re focused solely on providing you with the exact traits you need helping you pull your yields to new levels. Because we know you value a partner who shares your goals of achieving the healthiest plants and highest yields your farm can possibly produce, we invite you to plant Rupp and See What Good Yields. Philip Rupp President CONTACTS 2 CORN 4 Hybrid Comparison Chart 14 Silage Hybrids 20 SOYBEANS 22 Variety Comparison Chart 28 WHEAT & SMALL GRAINS 40 ALFALFA & FORAGE 42

3 CONTACTS Bill Johnston DISTRICT SALES MANAGER Southwest Michigan Northeast Indiana Northwest Ohio SEED Grant Collier DISTRICT SALES MANAGER North Central & North East Ohio SEED Phil Rupp PRESIDENT SEED x7094 John King GENERAL MANAGER SEED x7087 Lynn Short SALES MANAGER SEED x7088 You can quickly add your DSMs contact information into your mobile phone by scanning the QR code below their photo with your smart phone. Josh Schnipke DISTRICT SALES MANAGER West Central Ohio Kurt Weber DISTRICT SALES MANAGER Northwest Ohio Southeast Michigan Tim Schaub DISTRICT SALES MANAGER Mid-Michigan Dereck Leatherman FULFILLMENT MANAGER SEED x9012 Phil King MARKETING SEED x SEED SEED SEED Corporate Office County Road B Wauseon OH Scan this QR code to create a contact record for our corporate office on your smart phone SEED (7333) info@ruppseeds.com CONTACTS 3

4 CORN Input Traits Treatments Maximize your yield potential by protecting corn plants in their early stages of growth, through the use of seed applied fungicides and insecticides. CORN output traits The Agrisure Viptera 3220A E-Z Refuge trait stack combines the benefits of a hybrid that maximizes yield when it rains and increases yield when it doesn t, with an integrated refuge and dual modes of action against above-ground corn insects, including corn borer, to reduce mold and mycotoxin contamination by limiting insect feeding damage, to protect the quality of grain. It is ideal for areas where rootworm management is not a key focus. The Agrisure Viptera 3220 E-Z Refuge trait stack offers corn growers multiple modes of action against ear-feeding insects, including corn borer, with a 5 percent, integrated, single-bag refuge. It is ideal for areas where rootworm management is not a key focus. The Agrisure 3120 E-Z Refuge trait stack offers the convenience of an integrated refuge product featuring two modes of action against corn borer, as well as better control of ear-feeding corn insects. Corn hybrids with the Agrisure GT trait provide excellent tolerance to in-crop applications of glyphosate-based herbicides. The Agrisure Artesian GTA trait stack combines a hybrid that optimizes the conversion of water to grain and provides improved yield consistency with tolerance to in-crop applications of glyphosate-based herbicides. SmartStax RIB Complete Corn Blend (SSRIB) is the first single-bag refuge solution and is the #1 Choice of farmers. It s refuge made easy. Just pull the tab, open the bag and that s it. SSRIB contains 95/5 corn blend and above and below ground protection with TWO ways to control corn rootworm for full season protection. A great choice for cornon-corn acres and heavy corn rootworm pressure fields. Completing the Genuity refuge-in-a-bag product family, Genuity VT Triple PRO RIB Complete Corn Blend (GENVT3RIB) offers the opportunity for high yield protection in a simple, convenient refuge-in-a-bag solution in the Corn-Growing Area. GENVT3RIB contains a 90/10 blend with a single mode of action for corn rootworm control plus dual modes of action for above-ground protection. VT Double PRO RIB Complete Corn Blend (VT2PRIB) provides above ground protection only, containing a 95/5 corn blend and TWO ways to control corn earworm. A great choice for fields without corn rootworm pressure. With VT2PRIB growers get high yield protection in a simple, convenient refuge-in-a-bagsolution. Hydroefficiency. During challenging drought conditions, DroughtGard Hybrids adapt to drought stress, conserve water and use it efficiently until the next rain. The result is a potential for greater yield. Plant DroughtGard Hybrids to do more with less water. Roundup Ready Corn 2 fits how you farm. Engineered to work with Roundup agricultural herbicides, Roundup Ready Corn 2 enables broad-spectrum weed control, outstanding crop safety and more flexibility when used in the Roundup Ready System. The LibertyLink trait with Liberty herbicide enables growers to effectively avoid or manage weed resistance as the only nonselective alternative to glyphosate-tolerant systems. LibertyLink hybrids combine high-yielding genetics with excellent crop safety from built-in tolerance to the powerful, postemergence weed control of Liberty. A wide selection of LibertyLink hybrids are available, including all, SmartStax hybrids and Agrisure hybrids with corn borer protection that are not E-Z Refuge. Liberty herbicide applied over the top of LibertyLink corn hybrids provides powerful control of broadleaf and grass weeds, including weeds resistant to glyphosate and multiple herbicide classes. Acceleron Seed Treatment System helps maximize the performance potential of your seed and traits right from the start. Designed to complement new seed and trait products, Acceleron can improve stands and plant health to help maximize the performance potential of your crop. Poncho 500/VOTiVO seed treatment protects young plants from pests during critical early development stages, leading to healthier roots and stronger stands. Applied directly to the seed, Poncho 500/VOTiVO protects the whole plant, above and below ground, preventing damage to early-season seedlings and roots before pests can strike. CruiserMaxx Corn 250 insecticide/fungicide seed treatment, a combination of separately registered products, offers broad-spectrum protection against early-season insects, and seedborne and soilborne disease. CruiserMaxx Corn 1250 insecticide/fungicide seed treatment, a combination of separately registered products, offers broad-spectrum protection against early-season insects including corn rootworm, and seedborne and soilborne disease. Rupp hybrids marked with the Dual Purpose logo signify hybrids that are high yielding when producing grain or silage giving growers options when marketing their crop. Conventional Corn GRAIN SILAGE We offer a strong and diverse lineup of conventional hybrids. For growers who require conventional hybrids for a specific market, including non-gmo feed, we offer the following hybrid seed that has been produced under strict standards and is tested to contain less than 1% GMO seed: A92-14 // A94-16 // A99-20 // A00-21 A02-20 // A03-91 // A06-06 // A08-44 A09-05 You ll find an animal icon (cattle, pig, chicken) in the hybrid comparison charts marking the hybrids that are especially suited for non-gmo feed. Take advantage of these unique opportunities by clearly identifying the end use market when placing your order. If you have special grain marketing outlets, please make that known when ordering to assure we supply the appropriate hybrid seed. CORN HYBRIDS CORN RM 5

5 INSECT CONTROL HERBICIDE TOLERANCE European Corn Borer Southwestern Corn Borer Northern Corn Rootworm Western Corn Rootworm Mexican Corn Rootworm Corn Earworm Fall Armyworm Western Bean Cutworm Black Cutworm Herbicide Tolerance SmartStax RIB Complete Glyphosate Glufosinate Genuity VT Triple Pro RIB Complete VT Double Pro RIB Complete Agrisure Viptera 3120 E-Z Refuge Glyphosate Glyphosate Glyphosate Glufosinate Agrisure Viptera 3220 E-Z Refuge Agrisure Viptera 3220A E-Z Refuge Agrisure Artesian GTA Agrisure GT Roundup Ready Glyphosate Glyphosate Glyphosate Glyphosate Glyphosate Refuge Required 5% in the bag 10% in the bag 5% in the bag 20% 5% in the bag 5% in the bag none none none Rupp Hybrids J99-70 T94-06 D82-02 D92-74 D02-12 D90-64 D84-36 G00-12 G85-30 G94-86 J D94-26 D94-83 D06-61 G08-09 G04-64 CORN INSECT SCOUTING CALENDAR April May June July August September October Flea Beetle Seedcorn Maggot White Grubs Wireworms Maize Billbug Black Cutworm Other Cutworm Armyworm Stalk Borer Corn Rootworm larva European Corn Borer 1st brood Grasshoppers Corn Leaf Aphid Japanese Beetle Corn Rootworm beetle European Corn Borer 2nd brood Fall Armyworm European Corn Borer 3rd brood J05-75 T09-22 D97-95 D99-30 G10-08 G08-74 J10-91 D00-51 D02-93 D03-71 D05-04 D06-70 D07-72 D07-19 D09-35 D10-01 D11-57 = Insect Control STEWARDSHIP REQUIREMENTS FOR CORN 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 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. D12-49 D12-32 D14-48 CORN SEEDING CHART INCHES BETWEEN KERNELS* FINAL POPULATION PLANTS PER ACRE ROW WIDTH Twin Row # Seeds Sown Per Acre Acres Per Unit** 24, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , * Adjusted for final emergence of 95% ** Multiply acres per unit by your field acres to roughly calculate the total number of units you need. # Twin Row corn on 30 centers CORN HYBRIDS CORN HYBRIDS RM 7

6 PAGE TITLE DAY RM XR D RM AGRISURE VIPTERA 3220A E-Z REFUGE Superior yield potential for relative maturity Supreme performance with Agrisure Viptera for western bean cutworm High yield and dry grain XR D RM Outstanding yield potential Excels in zone, moves north as a full season hybrid Works on most soil types and under variable conditions XR D RM XR A92-14 High yield potential in zone Great performance moving south and as an early hybrid Performs well on all soil types and especially in high yield environments XR D RM Very good drought tolerance on tougher acres Strong emergence and excellent early vigor Anthracnose stalk resistant Our focus is on seed that Grows Your Profitability. At Rupp, our rigorous testing program screens thousands of test hybrids each year. Customizing our process for local conditions, we evaluate new genetics to identify those with the highest yield potential. We choose the products that deliver the finest disease tolerance and greatest plant health allowing an easier harvest and a wider harvest window. By providing exactly the right combination of highquality seeds, genetics and treatments, Rupp enables the highest yields available for your farm, helping you increase your income. Putting your profits first. That s what good yields. XR D RM XR T94-06 GENUITY VT TRIPLE PRO RIB COMPLETE CORN BLEND XR A94-16 XR G94-86 ROUNDUP READY CORN 2 Shows excellent drought and stress tolerance Compact plant style with very high yield potential Extremely adaptable to different soil types and yield environments XR J RM SMARTSTAX RIB COMPLETE CORN BLEND XR A99-20 Tall, attractive, healthy plant Shows excellent response to high management Good performance in and north of zone CORN HYBRIDS RM RM 9 9

7 PAGE TITLE DAY RM XR A RM Great fall staygreen with flared husk Dense kernels may limit northern movement Strong performance across all yield levels and soil types XR JO RM SMARTSTAX RIB COMPLETE CORN BLEND Especially responsive to high management Shows significant response under irrigation Good north to south movement XR D RM Flexible ear style on a plant with impressive fall appearance Adapts well to stress conditions Works well on all soil types XR D RM AGRISURE 3120 E-Z REFUGE Racehorse in high yield environment Attractive finish at harvest time Agrisure Viptera insect protection Our focus is on seed that Fiercely Defends Your yields. XR D RM AGRISURE 3120 E-Z REFUGE XR A RM Responds to high management As a partner with all the leading technology Superior performance across all soil types Performs best in and south of zone innovators, our focus is on providing the exact traits you need helping pull your yields to new levels. Strong, consistent performance in a large foot print Strong drought tolerance Very good staygreen and disease package Our experienced team is continually evaluating crop issues and is adapting the hybrid lineup to protect performance against ever-changing weed and insect XR D RM resistance challenges farmers are faced with in our area. In fact, our integrated pest management solution allows for rotation of traits to align your specific needs with the best value. XR D RM XR A00-21 XR G RM ROUNDUP READY CORN 2 Responds well to intensive nitrogen management XR A06-10 Tremendous early growth and vigor Protect plant health, maximize production and defeat the threats on your field with tailored hybrids from Rupp. Outstanding top end yield potential with strong agronomics Very good disease ratings and stress tolerance Medium tall plant with silage application Good late season intactness Fungicide application likely to be beneficial Excels in all crop rotations and is adaptable to most soil types Putting your results first. That s what good yields. East to west, north to south - strong performance in and out of zone CORN HYBRIDS RM RM 11 11

8 PAGE TITLE DAY RM XR D RM Awesome top-end yield potential Impressive disease tolerance Widely adapted, great southern movement XR D RM Dominant yield performance Outstanding drydown Late season stay green and intactness is a strength XR G RM XR A RM AGRISURE GT Great defensive traits as a straight GT Compact plant contributes great tonnage as a silage hybrid Keep in zone; fantastic southern movement Chart topping yield performance Tall hybrid with dual purpose application Excellent stalks and roots Our focus is personalized support you Can Count On. At Rupp, we realize stability improves when performance is consistent. That s why you can count on us for seed that is consistently tailored to be the best for your fields, supported by the same people who really get to know you and the needs of your farm. Putting You first. That s what good yields. XR A RM XR D09-35 Consistent ear size with good test weight Requires high population Responds with good performance in and north of zone. XR D RM XR J10-91 SMARTSTAX RIB COMPLETE CORN BLEND Deep kerneled hybrid with consistent ear size and good test weight Keep on better drained soils Steady and consistent performance over years XR D RM Responds to high management/loves nitrogen Anthracnose stalk resistant Semi-Flex ear with excellent test weight XR D RM Ranges from lower-most Michigan to Ohio River Anthracnose stalk resistant Very good drought tolerance CORN HYBRIDS RM RM 13 13

9 CORN HYBRIDS RM Soil Productivity Trait HYBRID RM GDU to Black Layer Population (Recommended) Stalk Strength Root Strength Drydown Test Weight Ear Type Kernel Rows Early Vigor Staygreen Plant Height Ear Height Anthracnose Stalk Rot Gray Leaf Spot Northern Corn Leaf Blight High Medium Low Output traits HYBRID VT2PRIB D G VG G VG SD VG F MS M G G G HR R R D82-02 VIP3220AEZ D G E VG A D E F M ML G N/A A HR R R D84-36 VIP3220EZ D VG G E G SF G VG MT MH G G G HR HR R D90-64 VT2PRIB D E VG E A D G G MT M G G G HR HR R CONV A E VG E A D G G MT M G G G HR HR R VT2PRIB D VG VG G VG D G G MS ML G G G HR HR HR GENVT3PRIB T VG VG G VG D G G MS ML G G G HR HR HR CONV A VG VG E VG D G G MS ML G G G HR HR HR RR2 G VG VG E VG D G G MS ML G G G HR HR HR D92-74 A92-14 D94-26 T94-06 A94-16 G94-86 VT2PRIB D G G VG A SF G A MT M A A A HR HR HR D94-83 VT2PRIB D VG E VG VG SF E G M M VG G G HR HR HR D97-95 SSRIB J E VG VG VG SF VG VG T MH VG A VG HR HR HR CONV A E VG VG VG SF VG VG T MH VG A VG HR HR R J99-70 A99-20 VT2PRIB D E VG VG G SD VG G M M A A G HR HR HR D99-30 Trait Technology Key CONV = Conventional GTA = Agrisure Artesian GTA AGT = Agrisure GT RR2 = Roundup Ready Corn 2 VT2PRIB = VT Double Pro RIB Complete Corn Blend DGVT2PRIB = DroughtGard Hybrids with VT Double Pro RIB Complete Corn Blend GENVT3PRIB = Genuity VT Triple Pro RIB Complete Corn Blend VIP3220EZ = Agrisure Viptera 3220 E-Z Refuge VIP3220AEZ = Agrisure Viptera 3220A E-Z Refuge 3120EZ = Agrisure 3120 E-Z Refuge SSRIB = SmartStax RIB Complete Corn Blend Rating Key E = Excellent VG = Very Good G = Good A = Average F = Fair P = Poor Plant Height VT = Very Tall T = Tall MT = Medium Tall M = Medium MS = Medium Short S = Short Ear Height H = High MH = Medium High M = Medium ML = Medium Low Ear Type D = Determinate SD = Semi-Determinate SF = Semi-Flex F = Flex Soil Types HR = Highly Recommended R = Recommended NR = Not Recommended CORN HYBRIDS RM 15

10 CORN HYBRIDS RM Soil Productivity Trait HYBRID RM GDU to Black Layer Population (Recommended) Stalk Strength Root Strength Drydown Test Weight Ear Type Kernel Rows Early Vigor Staygreen Plant Height Ear Height Anthracnose Stalk Rot Gray Leaf Spot Northern Corn Leaf Blight High Medium Low Output traits HYBRID VT2PRIB D VG E G G SD G G M M VG A G HR HR HR D00-51 CONV A VG E G G SD G G M M VG A G HR HR HR A00-21 GTA G E VG G VG SD VG VG MT MH VG G A HR HR R G00-12 VT2PRIB D E E G E SF VG VG M M VG VG VG HR HR HR D02-93 CONV A VG E VG VG SD VG VG MS ML G A G HR HR R A EZ D VG E G A SF 16 E VG T MH VG G E HR HR HR D02-12 CONV A VG E VG G SD G F MS ML A A VG HR HR HR A03-91 DGVT2PRIB D VG E VG G SD G F MS ML A A VG HR HR HR D03-71 SSRIB J VG E VG G SD G F MS ML A A VG HR HR HR J03-31 RR2 G G VG G G SF VG G MT M G A A HR HR R G04-64 VT2PRIB D G VG VG G SD VG G M M G A G HR HR HR D05-04 SSRIB J G A G E SD G A T MH G F G HR HR HR J05-75 CONV A G G G VG SD VG VG MT M G G VG HR HR HR A EZ D VG G G VG SD 18 G G MT H G A G HR R NR D06-61 VT2PRIB D VG E VG VG SD VG VG T M A A A HR HR HR D06-70 CONV A VG E VG VG SD VG VG T M A A A HR HR HR A06-10 Trait Technology Key CONV = Conventional GTA = Agrisure Artesian GTA AGT = Agrisure GT RR2 = Roundup Ready Corn 2 VT2PRIB = VT Double Pro RIB Complete Corn Blend DGVT2PRIB = DroughtGard Hybrids with VT Double Pro RIB Complete Corn Blend GENVT3PRIB = Genuity VT Triple Pro RIB Complete Corn Blend VIP3220EZ = Agrisure Viptera 3220 E-Z Refuge VIP3220AEZ = Agrisure Viptera 3220A E-Z Refuge 3120EZ = Agrisure 3120 E-Z Refuge SSRIB = SmartStax RIB Complete Corn Blend Rating Key E = Excellent VG = Very Good G = Good A = Average F = Fair P = Poor Plant Height VT = Very Tall T = Tall MT = Medium Tall M = Medium MS = Medium Short S = Short Ear Height H = High MH = Medium High M = Medium ML = Medium Low Ear Type D = Determinate SD = Semi-Determinate SF = Semi-Flex F = Flex Soil Types HR = Highly Recommended R = Recommended NR = Not Recommended CORN HYBRIDS RM 17

11 CORN HYBRIDS RM Soil Productivity Trait HYBRID RM GDU to Black Layer Population (Recommended) Stalk Strength Root Strength Drydown Test Weight Ear Type Kernel Rows Early Vigor Staygreen Plant Height Ear Height Anthracnose Stalk Rot Gray Leaf Spot Northern Corn Leaf Blight High Medium Low Output traits HYBRID VT2PRIB D VG VG VG G SD G VG MT M G A VG HR HR R VT2PRIB D A VG A G SD VG G M M A A VG HR R R CONV A E E G G SF G VG M M A A G HR HR R GT G E E G A SF 16 G E MT M VG VG VG HR HR HR RR2 G E E G G SF G VG M M A A G HR HR R D07-72 D07-19 A08-44 G08-09 G08-74 CONV A G E E G SD G G M M A A VG HR HR HR A09-05 VT2PRIB D G E E G SD G G M M A A VG HR HR HR D09-35 GT G VG VG E G SF VG G M M VG F VG HR HR HR G10-08 VT2PRIB D G G VG G SD G F M ML A A G HR HR NR D10-01 SSRIB J G G VG G SD G F M ML A A G HR HR NR J10-91 CONV A VG VG G G SD G G M M A A G HR HR R A11-33 VT2PRIB D VG E E G SF VG VG MT MH VG VG E HR HR HR CONV A E E VG E SF VG E T MH G G G HR HR R D11-57 A12-93 VT2PRIB D VG VG G E SF VG G MT M G A VG HR HR R D12-49 VT2PRIB D G G G VG SF G G M M A G VG HR HR HR D12-32 VT2PRIB D VG G G E SF G G M M VG VG E HR HR HR D14-48 Trait Technology Key CONV = Conventional GTA = Agrisure Artesian GTA AGT = Agrisure GT RR2 = Roundup Ready Corn 2 VT2PRIB = VT Double Pro RIB Complete Corn Blend DGVT2PRIB = DroughtGard Hybrids with VT Double Pro RIB Complete Corn Blend GENVT3PRIB = Genuity VT Triple Pro RIB Complete Corn Blend VIP3220EZ = Agrisure Viptera 3220 E-Z Refuge VIP3220AEZ = Agrisure Viptera 3220A E-Z Refuge 3120EZ = Agrisure 3120 E-Z Refuge SSRIB = SmartStax RIB Complete Corn Blend Rating Key E = Excellent VG = Very Good G = Good A = Average F = Fair P = Poor Plant Height VT = Very Tall T = Tall MT = Medium Tall M = Medium MS = Medium Short S = Short Ear Height H = High MH = Medium High M = Medium ML = Medium Low Ear Type D = Determinate SD = Semi-Determinate SF = Semi-Flex F = Flex Soil Types HR = Highly Recommended R = Recommended NR = Not Recommended CORN HYBRIDS RM 19

12 SILAGE HYBRIDS HYBRID Wet 65% Crude Protein ADF NDF NDFd 48 IVTDMD 48 Starch Milk lbs/ton Milk/Acre HYBRID D % 0.30% 1.29% -1.53% 1.07% -1.42% D92-74 D94-26 / T % 1.15% 2.25% 2.06% 3.77% -2.93% D94-26 / T94-06 J % -1.36% -2.47% 0.72% 0.70% 0.92% J99-70 G % 0.23% 2.60% -.079% 3.13% -1.36% D04-64 D % -0.08% -0.46% 3.34% 5.49% 2.37% D07-19 G % -1.31% -3.49% -0.41% 1.36% 3.29% G08-74 D10-01 / J % 3.07% 4.91% -3.04% -0.74% -3.31% D10-01 / J10-91 D % -1.14% 0.30% -.076% 1.41% 1.70% D11-57 D % 0.77% -0.58% -4.71% -1.82% 0.99% D14-48 PLOT AVERAGE % 25.78% 42.69% 60.82% 71.06% 36.51% PLOT AVERAGE SILAGE HYBRIDS 21

13 SOYBEAN Input Traits Populations continue to grow. Farmland and the number of farmers continue to shrink. So every acre of land including yours needs to produce the highest yields possible. Rupp Seeds helps you make that happen. We re dedicated every day to evaluate, grow, test and select the highest-performing varieties for your farm. Our soybean varieties consistently place at or near the top in state and independent trials. More importantly, their performance routinely exceeds the expectations of farmers throughout the tri state area. Genuity Roundup Ready 2 Yield Soybeans (GENRR2Y) system provides the power to produce more. More beans per pod, means more bushels per acre, which results in more profit potential for farmers Roundup Ready 2 Xtend Soybeans contain the Genuity Roundup Ready 2 Yield trait technology stacked with a trait that contains tolerance to dicamba. This Genuity Roundup Ready 2 Yield trait technology offers farmers the highest yield opportunity with more beans per pod and more bushels per acre. Roundup Ready 2 Xtend soybeans, once approved, will be the industry s first biotech product with tolerance to both glyphosate and dicamba herbicides. LibertyLink soybeans with Liberty herbicide provides the most reliable solution for weed management. LibertyLink soybean varieties combine elite genetics and excellent crop safety with built-in tolerance to the powerful, postemergence weed control of Liberty. Whether you use a Roundup, LibertyLink or conventional program or a combination of the three, we have top performing soybean varieties that will fit the way you farm. Treatments Protect soybean plants in their early stages of growth with the use of seed-applied fungicides and insecticides, and boost your yields with the addition of Excalibre inoculant. ApronMaxx Beans is an onseed application of separately registered products that combines two fungicides to protect against all major seedborne and soilborne diseases. CruiserMaxx Beans seed treatment, a combination of separately registered products, combines three active ingredients to protect against a broad spectrum of damaging above- and below-ground insects, as well as all major seedborne and soilborne diseases. CruiserMaxx Beans is backed by extensive testing, use and proven performance over the last 10 years, on more than 80 million soybean acres and across environments. Excalibre offers a convenient way to increase yields by using inoculant that is pre-applied to the seed. It is unique from other inoculants because it offers an extra-long planting window and its compatible with seed treatments commonly applied by seed companies. And it still provides all the yield benefits of America s Best inoculant products. BENEFITS OF PURCHASING SEED In the competitive agriculture marketplace, reducing costs can be a key factor in earning a profit. However, the advantages of reducing seed costs by planting saved seed are not advantageous. Bin-run planting rates are generally 15% higher than new certified seed. Studies have shown that planting bin-run Roundup Ready soybeans as opposed to planting new Genuity Roundup Ready 2 Yield soybean seed will reduce your yields, by 6.1 bushels per acre, and your income at harvest. By planting professionally produced seed from Rupp each year, you are guaranteed to be putting the highest quality seed into your fields. Our production cycle begins with our team of growers planting the highest quality seed stock. Throughout the growing season our fields are inspected to ensure genetic purity, and additional care in handling is taken at harvest to reduce stress on the seed. SOYBEAN INSECT SCOUTING CALENDAR April After harvest, the seed goes through a cleaning and sizing process to achieve uniformity and is treated with fungicides and insecticides to provide better stand and plant health. Finally, each seed lot is tested for germination and vigor to ensure optimum performance in your fields. Our service isn t limited to only providing high quality seed. Our seed professionals will help you select the right products and technology for your farm and farming practices, and will help you understand the warranty benefits offered by our technology partners, such as Roundup Ready Plus, that help you manage risks in your crop production. We re there to help you for the full season, from planning to harvest. Our goal, along with our seed technology partners, is to help you achieve success. Through your investment in technology enhanced seed, research and development of new traits and higher yielding germplasm can continue to take place. When outstanding genetics are combined with superior processing and seed treatments, you will see consistent, high performance with our products in your fields. May June July August September October Seedcorn Maggot Seedcorn Beetle Wireworm White Grubs Cutworms Mexican Bean Beetle Bean Leaf Beetle Thrips TwoSpotted Spider Mites Grasshoppers Potato Leafhopper Soybean Aphid Corn Rootworm Adults Green Cloverworm Japanese Beetle Green Stink Bug SOYBEAN VARIETIES 23

14 ROUNDUP READY 2 XTEND SOYBEANS RS 24XT53 2.4RM Total package of yield to compete with rs 7242 Great defense against PRR, SCN, SDS and SWM Broadly adapted to most acres in the eastern corn belt RS 30XT RM rs 30XT29 brings a reliable, defensive package and an ultra-high yielding genetic platform. A variety that is broadly adapted geographically. RS 26XT00 2.6RM Takes out rs 7251, period Strong emergence and early vigor Tall variety with good lodging resistance RS 33XT RM rs 33XT63 is a line that delivers phenomenal yields in eastern Indiana and Ohio. Phytophthora protection and stress tolerance are the real strengths of rs 33XT63. Our focus is on building relationships that last. RS 27XT RM rs 27XT61 was bred specifically for the OH/IN market. This line is built for stress RS 34XT43 3.4RM A really consistent yielding, uniform variety Very good stress tolerance At Rupp, we re focused on building partnerships with you, not stockholders. Our priority is to help you Unprecedented win rate vs. RR2Y and competitive checks select the industry-leading genetics best suited for your fields, your yields and your profitability insights gained from working with you season after season. We ve been here more than 70 years. And we bring generations of experience to your side for stability in these changing times. RS 28XT22 2.8RM Very clean cut looking variety Well adapted to all row widths Takes rs 7283 yields to the next level RS 35XT RM rs 35XT55 has a wide geographic range of adaptability. Putting your interests first. That s what good yields. RS 30XT30 3.0RM It has great emergence, stands well, and canopies very quickly. RS 18XT17 1.8RM RS 22XT91 2.2RM Excellent on SDS and SCN RS 37XT RM Excellent standability High tolerance to sclerotinia white mold Shows some good performance south of zone Golden tawny has the look of a winner Shows good performance under SDS pressure Strong performance vs. rs 7239 and rs 7242 Handles a wide variety of soil types Steady, consistent yield performance rs 37XT72 has double genetic resistance to phytophthora, both Rps 1c and 3a. Standability and plant height are strengths of rs 37XT72 ROUNDUP READY 2 XTEND SOYBEAN VARIETIES 25

15 GENUITY ROUNDUP READY 2 YIELD SOYBEANS RS RM GENUITY ROUNDUP READY 2 YIELD SOYBEANS rs 7177 is the late Group I soybean we ve been waiting on! Lateral branching provides a full canopy and strong yields at harvest time. RS RM GENUITY ROUNDUP READY 2 YIELD SOYBEANS rs 7205 is a really eye catching variety that is both uniform and attractive. Explosive yield potential with a really high win rate. RS RM GENUITY ROUNDUP READY 2 YIELD SOYBEANS rs 7283 brings offensive yield with a nice defensive package including tough, durable stress tolerance. It has a nice, dark green color during the growing season, with an attractive fall harvest appearance. RS RM GENUITY ROUNDUP READY 2 YIELD SOYBEANS rs 7332 was selected specifically to fit eastern Indiana and Ohio environment. It offers excellent defensive (SDS, SCN, PRR) traits, and continues to be a competitive yield factory. RS RM GENUITY ROUNDUP READY 2 YIELD SOYBEANS rs 7239 has a new level of yield potential in the maturity group. Our focus is on knowing the details of your fields. This early Group II line shows good standability on a medium tall, controlled height plant. At Rupp, we know getting the biggest yields from your fields comes from understanding even the smallest details details that drill down to the exact composition of your soil and the DNA of varieties we recommend. In addition to our own highly researched and tested seed products, we source genetics to customize seed that maximizes productivity for your farm. RS RM GENUITY ROUNDUP READY 2 YIELD SOYBEANS rs 7242 will be a key line in the mid II market. It has the defensive characteristics in every category, and couples that with exceptional yield potential. Putting You first. That s what good yields. GENUITY RR2Y SOYBEAN VARIETIES 27

16 SOYBEAN VARIETIES VARIETY RM Emergence Plant Height Standability Brown Stem Rot Sclerotinia White Mold Soil Productivity Phytophthora Root Rot Cyst Nematode Row Width Plant Color High Medium Low VARIETY rs 18XT E MT E E E Rps 1a, 3a MR S,N G HR HR HR rs 18XT17 rs 22XT VG M VG E G Rps 1k, 3a R S,N T HR HR HR rs 22XT91 rs 24XT VG MT G E G Rps 1k, 3a, T R S,N,W G R HR HR rs 24XT53 rs 26XT VG T G E G Rps 1c, 3a, T R S,N,W G HR HR HR rs 26XT00 rs 27XT VG M A VG G Rps 1c R S,N,W G HR HR HR rs 27XT61 rs 28XT VG MT VG VG G Rps 1c, T R S,N,W G HR HR HR rs 28XT22 rs 30XT G MS G VG G Rps 1c R S,N G HR HR HR rs 30XT30 rs 30XT E MT G VG G Rps 1c R S,N,W G R HR HR rs 30XT29 rs 33XT E M G VG G Rps 1c R S,N,W G HR HR HR rs 33XT63 rs 34XT G MT VG VG G Rps 1c R S,N,W G HR HR HR rs 34XT43 rs 35XT E M G VG G Rps 1c R S,N,W G HR HR HR rs 35XT55 rs 37XT VG M E E G Rps 1c, 3a R S,N,W G HR HR HR rs 37XT72 GENUITY ROUNDUP READY 2 YIELD SOYBEANS rs VG M G G G Rps 1k R S,N G HR HR HR rs 7177 rs VG MT VG E G Rps 1c R S,N,W LT HR HR HR rs 7205 rs E MT G E G Rps 1c R S,N,W G HR HR HR rs 7239 rs VG MT VG E VG Rps 1k R S,N,W LT HR HR HR rs 7242 rs E MT G E VG Rps 1a R S,N,W LT HR HR HR rs 7283 rs VG MT G E F Rps 1k R S,N,W G HR HR HR rs 7332 Rating Key E = Excellent VG = Very Good G = Good A = Average F = Fair P = Poor Plant Height T = Tall MT = Medium Tall M = Medium MS = Medium Short S = Short Root Rot T = Tolerance 1c = Race 1k Resistance Resistance Rating S = Susceptible MS = Moderately Susceptible LR = Low Resistance MR = Moderately Resistant R = Resistant Row Width S = Solid N = Narrow W = Wide Plant Color G = Gray LT = Light Tawny T = Tawny Soil Types HR = Highly Recommended R = Recommended NR = Not Recommended SOYBEAN VARIETIES 29

17 SOYBEAN VARIETIES LIBERTYLINK VARIETY RM Emergence Plant Height Standability Brown Stem Rot Sclerotinia White Mold Soil Productivity Phytophthora Root Rot Cyst Nematode Row Width Plant Color High Medium Low VARIETY rs E M VG VG G Rps 1k R S,N LT HR HR HR rs 6230 rs E M VG VG VG Rps 1c R S,N LT HR HR HR rs 6267 rs VG MT VG VG G Rps 1k R S,N G HR HR HR rs 6288 rs E MT VG G G Rps 1c R S,N,W G HR HR HR rs 6303 rs E MT VG VG G Rps 1k R S,N G HR HR HR rs 6324 rs E MT VG VG G Rps 1a R S,N LT HR HR HR rs 2207 rs E M VG VG G Rps 1a R S,N LT HR HR HR rs 2225 rs E M VG E G T S S,N,W LT HR HR HR rs 2280 rs E M VG VG F Rps 1c R S,N,W G HR HR HR rs 2316 Rating Key E = Excellent VG = Very Good G = Good A = Average F = Fair P = Poor Plant Height T = Tall MT = Medium Tall M = Medium MS = Medium Short S = Short Root Rot T = Tolerance 1c = Race 1k Resistance Resistance Rating S = Susceptible MS = Moderately Susceptible LR = Low Resistance MR = Moderately Resistant R = Resistant Row Width S = Solid N = Narrow W = Wide Plant Color G = Gray LT = Light Tawny T = Tawny Soil Types HR = Highly Recommended R = Recommended NR = Not Recommended SOYBEAN SEEDING CHART Use this chart to calculate the number of units you need. Simply find your population goal and multiply the number in the units column by your total soybean acres. UNITS PER ACRE Desired Population Units* 125, , , , , , * Adjusted for final emergence of 90% Units are 140,000 seeds SOYBEAN STAND EVALUATION Use this chart to evaluate your stand and confirm that you have achieved your population goals. Example: If your final population goal is 175,000 plants per acre and you plant in 15 rows, you will want 5 plants every foot. PLANTS PER FOOT OF ROW Desired Plants Per Acre Row Spacing 125, , , , ,000 7" " " " " " " SEED PIRACY STATEMENT Seed containing a patented trait can only be used to plant a single commercial crop from which seed cannot be saved and replanted. Examples of seed containing a patented trait include but are not limited to Genuity Roundup Ready 2 Yield soybeans, and Roundup Ready 2 Xtend soybeans. Additional information and limitations on the use of these products are provided in the Monsanto Technology Stewardship Agreement, the Monsanto Technology Use Guide, and 2017 Roundup Ready 2 Xtend Soybean Technology Use Guide Supplement. U.S. patents for Monsanto technologies can be found at the following webpage: Soybean seeds containing the LibertyLink trait are protected under multiple United States patents and may be planted only to produce one (1) commercial crop and only after signing a Grower Trait License agreement. It is illegal to save or catch soybean seeds containing the LibertyLink trait for use as planting seed or for transfer to others for use as planting seed. SOYBEAN VARIETIES 31

18 TM WHEAT & SMALL GRAINS RS910 MEDIUM RUPP BRAND rs910 is a really attractive line at drydown. It is widely adapted north to south, east to west. Plant Height: Medium Awnedness: Awned Standability: Very Good Winter Hardiness: Very Good RS902 MEDIUM LATE RUPP BRAND Test Weight: Excellent Head Scab: Highly Tolerant Powdery Mildew: Tolerant Septoria Glume Blotch: Very Good rs902 is an outstanding line with yield, test weight, standability and disease package. This variety is positive for the FHb1 marker gene, bringing a new level of head scab resistance. Strong recommendation for foliar fungicide. Plant Height: Medium Awnedness: Awned Standability: Very Good Winter Hardiness: Excellent Test Weight: Good Head Scab: Resistant Powdery Mildew: Fair Septoria Glume Blotch: Excellent RS972 MEDIUM LATE RUPP BRAND rs972 has superior yields and excellent test weight. While a top production line, it also has great favor from producers who are looking for bright, clean straw yields. Plant Height: Medium Awnedness: Awnless Standability: Excellent Winter Hardiness: Very Good RS961 MEDIUM LATE RUPP BRAND Test Weight: Good Head Scab: Highly Tolerant Powdery Mildew: Tolerant Septoria Glume Blotch: Very Good rs961 is a smooth, scab resistant line that really yields! Very strong agronomic attributes. Plant Height: Medium Awnedness: Awnless Standability: Excellent Winter Hardiness: Excellent Test Weight: Excellent Head Scab: Resistant Powdery Mildew: Tolerant Septoria Glume Blotch: Very Good WHEAT SEEDING CHART Soil Type Tillage Planting Date Highly Productive Avg Marg Con No- Till 9/21-10/10 WHEAT SEEDING RATES POUNDS PER ACRE Desired Plants Per Acre* 10/10-11/15 Pop 1.4 Mil 1.5 Mil 1.6 Mil 1.6 Mil 1.7 Mil 1.7 Mil 1.8 Mil 1.8 Mil Seeds Per Pound 1.4M 1.5M 1.6M 1.7M 1.8M 10, , , , , , , , SAMMY SPELT A Rupp exclusive spelt that offers several advantages. It is somewhat shorter in straw length than more traditional varieties and has superior straw strength. A high yielding variety that will perform well under heavier fertility conditions. Sammy spelt is a food grade quality spelt. SABER OATS Saber is an early maturing spring oat developed by the University of Illinois Agricultural Experiment Station. Saber provides very good test weight grain. The kernels are light yellow similar to Ogle. Saber is tolerant to Barley Yellow Dwarf Virus. SMALL GRAIN SEEDING RATES POUNDS PER ACRE Species Pounds per Bushel Average Seeds per Pound Planting Rate Time to Sow Oats 32 12, Feb - April Barley Winter 48 13, Aug - Oct Barley Spring 48 13, March - April Spelt 30 n/a 100 Sept 25 - Oct * Adjusted for final emergence of 95% TREATMENT ON RUPP WHEAT SabrE ROOT INOCULANT Warden Cereals II seed treatment fungicide supplies cereal growers with best-inclass Rhizoctonia activity, optimized root health and extended protection against a broad spectrum of seedborne and soilborne diseases. SabrEx is a seed treatment that contains a commercial and hybrid combination of soil fungi that enhances wheat plant growth, increases fertilizer and water efficiency and can induce resistance to disease or water stress. Typical yield responses of SabrEx is 4-5 bushels per acre. WHEAT VARIETIES 33

19 ALFALFA 10 TIPS TO TOP ALFALFA TONNAGE Select a field with good drainage and free of weeds. Weed control should be done prior to stand establishment. Lime your fields 6 months to a year prior to seeding. Soil ph should be 6.8 to 7.5. Soil test. Phosphorous levels should be lbs., Potassium lbs., Boron 3 lbs. and Sulfur 40 lbs. Prepare a firm seedbed. Firm seed to soil contact is necessary for maximum emergence. Choose an alfalfa with the genetic background to repay you for your extra efforts. Plant alfalfa seeds ¼ -½ deep. Seed lbs. per acre with direct seeding, lbs. per acre with a nurse crop. Monitor insects. Alfalfa weevil during the first crop and Potato Leaf Hopper during the second through fourth crop. Adjust cutting schedules or spray as needed. FORAGE FEAST 428RR ALFALFA ROUNDUP READY ALFALFA Forage Feast 428RR Alfalfa lets you produce cleaner, higher quality alfalfa for greater profit potential. The simplicity and improved crop safety of using one herbicide with the widest window of application available enables you to be in control instead of Mother Nature. Whether it s for great forage yields, superior forage quality or very fast recovery after cutting, Forage Feast 428RR is the choice for commercial hay, beef and dairy producers who want to take advantage of Genuity Roundup Ready technology. Maturity: Medium Root Type: Tap Fall Dormancy: 4.0 Winter Survival: 2.0 DRI: RR is Licensed by Allied Seed and Distributed by Rupp Seeds. FORAGE FEAST RL17 Bacterial Wilt: Fusarium Wilt: Phytophthora Root Rot: Verticillium Wilt: *Anthracnose: Forage Feast RL17 was bred for herbage quality by delivering excellent NDFD 48 and TTNDFD scores. Along with top notch forage quality, it delivers outstanding yield potential. *Aphanomyces Root Rot: Pea Aphid: Moderately Resistant Stem Nematode: Moderately Resistant Northern Root-knot Nematode: Resistant GREEN HARVEST Green Harvest is a great choice for the price conscious alfalfa producer. It has excellent persistence, with a forage yield potential of % of Vernal. Green Harvest will give three to four years of production with fast regrowth. Maturity: Medium Root Type: Tap Fall Dormancy: 3.0 Winter Survival: 2.5 DRI: 19 Bacterial Wilt: Resistant Fusarium Wilt: Resistant Phytophthora Root Rot: Moderately Resistant Verticillium Wilt: Moderately Resistant *Anthracnose: Moderately Resistant *Aphanomyces Root Rot: Low Resistant Pea Aphid: N/A Stem Nematode: N/A Northern Root-knot Nematode: N/A Alfalfa Ratings Key * Race 1 resistance of Anthracnose and Aphanomyces. Fall Dormancy scale: 1 = least fall growth to 9 = greatest fall growth Winter Survival Index: 1.5 = superior winter survival, 2.0 = very good, 2.5 = good to very good, 3 = good, 4 = adequate, 5 = low, 6 = no winter survival DRI (Disease Resistance Index): 6 = lowest resistance to 30 = highest resistance Disease/Insect Ratings: (>50% of plants of resistance), Resistant (31-50%), Moderately Resistant (15-30%), Low Resistance (6-14%), Susceptible (<6%) TREATMENT ON RUPP ALFALFA The key to quality alfalfa is a achieving a uniform weed free stand. Selecting disease resistant varieties and protecting the seedlings are critical in achieving this goal. All of our alfalfa is treated with ApronXL a seed treatment specifically for protection against systemic downy mildews and diseases caused by soil-borne Pythium and Phytophthora spp. Fight diseases with broad disease resistance base Harvest forage at late bud stage for maximum forage yield and quality. Do not harvest from September 1 through October 15 to allow root carbohydrates to replenish themselves. Maturity: Medium Root Type: Tap Fall Dormancy: Winter Survival: DRI: 30 Bacterial Wilt: Fusarium Wilt: Phytophthora Root Rot: Verticillium Wilt: *Anthracnose: *Aphanomyces Root Rot: Pea Aphid: N/A Stem Nematode: N/A Northern Root-knot Nematode: N/A Species Pounds per Bushel SEEDING RATES POUNDS PER ACRE Average Seeds per Pound Seed Alone In Mixes Time to Sow Alfalfa , Spring-Late Summer Birdsfoot Trefoil , March 1 - May 1 Maintain fertility. Top dress after 1st and 3rd cuttings. Each ton of forage removes 12 lbs. of Phosphorus, 50 lbs. of Potassium, 0.4 lbs. of Boron and 6 lbs. of Sulfur. Hairy Vetch , Aug-Oct /April-May Crown Vetch , April-June ALFALFA ALFALFA & FORAGE VARIETIES MIXES 35

20 ALFALFA MIXES WHY PLANT RUPP MIXES? All Rupp Alfalfa mixes are available with your choice of Forage Feast RL17 or Green Harvest alfalfa as the main ingredient. Our most popular mix, 1221, adds timothy and orchardgrass to help extend the life of your seeding. Keep in mind that we will blend mixes to your specific needs MIX 80% Alfalfa* 13% Timothy** 7% Orchardgrass 9321 MIX 60% Alfalfa* 20% Red Clover 13% Timothy** 7% Orchardgrass 933 MIX 60% Alfalfa* 20% Red Clover 20% Timothy** Seeding Rate: #/a * Choose either Forage Feast RL17 or Green Harvest. ** Our mixes made with Forage Feast RL17 use an improved timothy that is early maturing, has excellent winter hardiness and improved summer regrowth. Species Pounds per Bushel SEEDING RATES POUNDS PER ACRE Average Seeds per Pound BEEF PASTURE Seed Alone In Mixes Time to Sow Alsike , Early Spring / Aug - Sept Ladino , Early Spring / Aug - Sept Mammoth , Early Spring / Aug - Sept Red , Early Spring / Aug - Sept Sweet , Early Spring Smooth Brome , Spring/Fall Orchardgrass , Spring/Fall Redtop , Spring/Fall Timothy 45 1,230, Spring/Fall Reeds Canary , Spring/Fall A mixture of the top of the line grasses and legumes formulated with the high yielding, long term pasture in mind. The mix contains 40% legumes and 60% grasses. 20% Tetraploid Perennial Rye 20% Lofa 15% Orchardgrass 15% Alfalfa Seeding Rate: 25 #/a GRASS PASTURE 15% Red Clover 5% Birdsfoot Trefoil 5% Meadow Brome 5% Ladino Clover Our grass pasture mix has been a popular choice for those looking for an all grass pasture. It works well for horses, sheep or goats 35% Tetraploid Perennial Rye 25% Orchardgrass Seeding Rate: #/a 25% Lofa 15% Timothy TRICAL 815PVP Trical 815 Winter Triticale is a high quality dairy silage. It is an excellent source of digestible fiber that is vital for the health and productivity of dairy cows. Trical 815 has good winter hardiness and dense leafy growth. Trical 815 is early maturing which makes it ideal in double crop situations. Expected Nutritional Benefit Crude Protein 15-20% ADF 30-32% NDF 48-51% Nutritional benefits will vary with harvest dates. Species SEEDING RATES POUNDS PER ACRE Pounds per Bushel Average Seeds per Pound Planting Rate Pro-Ton+ n/a n/a Lignin 2.75% IVDMD 76-84% Time to Sow Early Summer Trical - Winter 48 n/a Aug-Oct Sorghum Sudan 40 16, Late May- Early June Millet , Late May- Early June Forage Turnips n/a 240, Summer-Fall TRICAL 815 PVP MANAGEMENT PRACTICES SEEDING Trical 815 is a fall seeded variety of triticale. Consult your Rupp sales representative about planting dates in your area. Timely seeding increases forage yield and reduces the risk of winter injury. Before seeding - soil testing is recommended to determine fertilization needs. Prepare a smooth, even seedbed. Or, Trical 815 can also be successfully no-till seeded after summer crops (soybeans, sorghum, etc.). Accurate seeding is vital. Seed 100 to 120 lbs. per acre with a grain drill at a depth of 1½ inches. Use a drill setting approximately 10% higher than wheat to account for the larger seed size of the triticale. Note: if early planting results in dense fall growth, light grazing or a forage cut may improve winter survival. FERTILITY Application of 40 to 80 lbs. of both actual P and actual K is a very general recommendation. Soil test to determine more specific recommendations. Best to apply P and K in the fall. Nitrogen is very important. At least 100 lbs. of available N is needed. N needs are seldom met from manure alone. Fall apply 30 to 35 lbs. of actual N, and add 60 to 65 lbs in the spring. Spring applied N is very important for optimum protein levels. Trical 815 will do well on ground that favors other small grains WEED CONTROL Trical 815 s vigorous growth usually suppresses broadleaf weed competition. Where herbicides are needed, consult with your supplier for information about the best choice. HARVEST For outstanding forage quality while still achieving yields, the optimum harvest stage is at flag leaf or boot, prior to head emergence. Protein content at this stage will vary depending on fertility, moisture, and other growing conditions, but generally will range between 14 and 19%. PALATABILITY Highly palatable. Harvested on time, Trical 815 can be used as silage, balage, or hay. RISKS Every product has risks; the following information can help you avoid some possible problems: Winter injury: Timely seeding and good fertilization will reduce the risk of winter injury. Lodging: High fertility conditions and succulent growth can cause lodging. Plan to harvest earlier than normal under those conditions. Stands: Careful seedbed preparation and seeding methods favor good stands. Forage Quality: Proper fertility and timely harvest favor high forage quality. ALFALFA & FORAGE MIXES 37