S IOWA N MISSOURI 2018 SEED GUIDE ROOTED IN GENETICS, AGRONOMY & SERVICE

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1 S IOWA N MISSOURI 2018 SEED GUIDE ROOTED IN GENETICS, AGRONOMY & SERVICE

2 CONTENTS GOLDEN HARVEST 1 Golden Harvest Story 2 Product Placement 5 Research CORN 6 Traits Portfolio 8 Hybrid Characteristics 10 Hybrid Descriptions 15 Silage Characteristics 16 Agronomic Management ENOGEN CORN 18 Enogen Story 20 Hybrid Characteristics 21 Hybrid Descriptions 23 Agronomic Management SOYBEANS 25 Soybean Story 26 Soybean Characteristics 28 Variety Descriptions STEWARDSHIP 33 Stewardship

3 GOLDEN HARVEST SEED THAT REWARDS YOUR HARD WORK With company roots dating to the mid-1800s, the Golden Harvest brand draws on a rich heritage that combines genetics, agronomy and service to deliver high-quality corn hybrids and soybean varieties. Today, every Golden Harvest hybrid and variety is bred with the individual needs of hardworking farmers like you in mind. Golden Harvest has a diverse hybrid and variety portfolio to maximize yield in every field. Bred to perform in even the most difficult conditions, Golden Harvest Corn hybrids offer insect control, water optimization and herbicide tolerance with highperforming Agrisure traits and technologies. Golden Harvest Soybeans contain built-in resistance to yield-robbing pests and diseases and the traits you need to protect against many of today s toughest threats. Not only are our hybrid and variety agronomic attributes second to none, our Golden Harvest Seed Advisors know how to put them to work for you. From planting to harvest, our independent Seed Advisors go the extra mile to help you harvest your best season yet because at the end of the day, your success is our success. ROOTED IN GENETICS, AGRONOMY & SERVICE 1

4 HOW AGRONOMIC KNOWLEDGE IMPROVES PRODUCT PERFORMANCE Excellent genetics are important, but top performance requires more than just planting last year s plot winner. Successful placement and management of corn hybrids and soybean varieties is absolutely critical to achieving top-end yields. Agronomic know-how is at the core of the Golden Harvest team, from our breeders to local independent Seed Advisors. To help you maximize product performance across different environments, we begin with our Core Equation, which considers Soils, Genetics, Management and Environment, and examine how these factors interact with Golden Harvest products. Thoroughly understanding these four elements, along with knowledge about Golden Harvest Corn and Soybean products, will guide a sound seed recommendation for maximum performance on each field. 2 To order, contact your local Seed Advisor or call or visit GoldenHarvestSeeds.com

5 PRODUCT PLACEMENT SOILS GENETICS The starting point for a good field recommendation is understanding its soil. Five key metrics about a soil help determine product fit: Soil type or texture based on percentage of mineral particles such as sand, silt or clay, which impacts drainage, aeration and availability of nutrients ph a measure of soil acidity/alkalinity, which affects availability of plant nutrients Drainage result of various factors influencing water-holding capacity Cation exchange capacity (CEC) measure of the soil s ability to hold/release water and nutrients Organic matter increases nutrient/waterholding capacity Fertility measure of nutrient content and availability Understanding the genetic characteristics of a product and its key agronomic attributes is the second key part of successful product placement, including: Heterotic background a hybrid s genetic background can indicate tendencies and some characteristic strengths and weaknesses Ear type some ear types can reduce risk across different soil types and in different temperature and water-driven environments Root type different root types perform better in certain soils and environments Plant type particular plant types perform better in different populations and can mitigate risk in situations where heat, water, canopy and weed control may be limiting factors Disease tolerance hybrids vary in disease tolerance, but management and environment are also contributing factors Emergence/vigor hybrids vary in emergence strength and can be impacted by both management and environment ROOTED IN GENETICS, AGRONOMY & SERVICE 3

6 MANAGEMENT ENVIRONMENT Crop management includes many practices that can vary by area. Consider the following six key management practices when positioning a product, and also look at other products which provide complemetary options to further reduce risk: Planting population performance can be impacted positively or negatively by population Nitrogen application hybrids vary in response to nitrogen Crop rotation considerations based on previous crop can include emergence and pest issues Response to fungicide consideration for risk of fungal diseases Yield environment additional management inputs can affect yield Complementary seed options spread risk by selecting diverse hybrids and varieties The final element of successful product postioning includes the most unknown and uncontrollable variables. The environment changes by geography, field and season. Key considerations here include: Drought tolerance performance under water stress Weather conditions impact of temperature, precipitation and moisture on performance Yield environment range of typical yield expectations for a field Geographical fit relative maturity is a key part of local fit With access to local trial and yield data, state-ofthe-art placement tools and in-depth knowledge of the key attributes driving performance, your local independent Seed Advisor is well-equipped to recommend hybrids and varieties that will thrive in each field. They can also provide guidance on managing your seed selections throughout the season for best possible results. In farming corn and soybeans, no two fields or growing seasons are ever the same. Regularly check GoldenHarvestSeeds.com for tips on how to respond to the unexpected and stay informed on handling the latest challenges. You can also visit the site to find your local independent Golden Harvest Seed Advisor, who can provide area expertise and field-specific solutions to help you maximize yield on every field. 4 To order, contact your local Seed Advisor or call or visit GoldenHarvestSeeds.com

7 WITNESS OUR DATA-DRIVEN SOLUTIONS GOLDEN HARVEST RESEARCH STORY RESEARCH POWERED RESULTS To help ensure best local positioning of Golden Harvest Corn and Soybeans, our Agronomy Research program analyzes their agronomic characteristics each year. Using research locations across the Corn Belt, these studies provide insight on best management practices for Golden Harvest hybrids and varieties. Uniform testing methodology means research results are a reliable predictor of the response farmers will see in their fields. Our independent Golden Harvest Seed Advisors are trained to use the information from the agronomic research studies to help guide product placement and management for top performance in farmers fields. GET IMMERSED IN LOCAL FIELD TRIALS To get a closer look at part of our Agronomy Research program, visit a Golden Harvest Grow More Experience site. Attendees will enjoy an immersive training experience that features local agronomic recommendations and Golden Harvest hybrids and varieties best-suited for particular field situations. The sites offer a front-row seat to new products and allow visitors the opportunity to talk to local agronomists about management practices, technologies and products that can help reach their production goals. To find out when the next Golden Harvest Grow More Experience day is, talk with your local Golden Harvest Seed Advisor. ROOTED IN GENETICS, AGRONOMY & SERVICE 5

8 PROTECT GENETIC YIELD POTENTIAL WITH AGRISURE TRAITS The Agrisure traits portfolio offers best-in-class insect control, water optimization and herbicide tolerance. Featuring a different mode of action, the Agrisure Duracade trait is a critical component in your corn rootworm management program. Agrisure Duracade trait stacks feature a different mode of action to help control corn rootworm differently than other traits on the market, resulting in healthier plants with stronger root systems that supply optimal water and nutrient uptake Available in integrated E-Z Refuge products that offer farmers the convenience of not having to manage separate refuge acres Offered in the latest, high-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 potential. Agrisure Viptera stacked with Agrisure RW controls up to 16 above- and below-ground pests, including black cutworm, corn earworm and Western bean cutworm Reduces mycotoxin development by limiting insect damage through comprehensive control of corn earworm and other ear-feeding insects, helping to protect grain quality A critical part of today s top-performing trait stacks, Agrisure Viptera provides extraordinary above-ground insect control for maximum yield and productivity Visit AgrisureViptera.com for more information. 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 The most advanced corn water technology for season-long performance A simple, efficient way to help manage the unpredictability of weather Visit AgrisureArtesian.com for more information. 6 To order, contact your local Seed Advisor or call or visit GoldenHarvestSeeds.com

9 CORN AGRISURE TRAITS NOMENCLATURE These traits and technologies are available in a variety of high-performing trait stacks. To convey the characteristics and advantages of the various Agrisure trait stacks, there is a consistent, straightforward naming system to indicate the technologies present in each trait stack. Syngenta offers multiple integrated, single-bag refuge options. A number of 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 and stewardship compliance. Agrisure Duracade 5% Single Bag Integrated Refuge* A E-Z Refuge Agrisure RW + Agrisure Duracade corn rootworm control Agrisure CB/LL + Herculex 1 corn borer control Agrisure Viptera + Herculex 1 broad lepidopteran control Agrisure Duracade series plus glyphosate and glufosinate tolerance** Any hybrid with an A after the trait nomenclature indicates that it features Agrisure Artesian technology. Agrisure Artesian technology is featured in many trait stacks. Agrisure Duracade 5% Single Bag Integrated Refuge* Agrisure 5% Single Bag Integrated Refuge* Agrisure 5% Single Bag Integrated Refuge* Agrisure Viptera 5% Single Bag Integrated Refuge* Agrisure Viptera 20% Structured Refuge Agrisure Viptera 20% Structured Refuge E-Z Refuge Agrisure RW + Agrisure Duracade corn rootworm control Agrisure CB/LL + Herculex 1 corn borer control Herculex 1 broad lepidopteran suppression Agrisure Duracade series plus glyphosate and glufosinate tolerance** E-Z Refuge Agrisure RW + Herculex RW corn rootworm control Agrisure CB/LL + Herculex Xtra corn borer control Herculex 1 broad lepidopteran suppression Herbicide tolerance glyphosate and glufosinate** E-Z Refuge No corn rootworm trait Agrisure CB/LL + Herculex Xtra corn borer control Herculex 1 broad lepidopteran suppression Herbicide tolerance glyphosate and glufosinate** E-Z Refuge No corn rootworm trait Agrisure CB/LL + Herculex 1 corn borer control Agrisure Viptera + Herculex 1 broad lepidopteran control Herbicide tolerance glyphosate and glufosinate** Agrisure RW corn rootworm control Agrisure CB/LL corn borer control Agrisure Viptera broad lepidopteran control Herbicide tolerance glyphosate and glufosinate** No corn rootworm trait Agrisure CB/LL corn borer control Agrisure Viptera broad lepidopteran control Herbicide tolerance glyphosate and glufosinate** * Corn Belt only. ** Consult bag tags for E-Z Refuge product herbicide options; only those labeled EZ1 may be sprayed with glufosinate. Note: The naming system does not apply to Agrisure 3000GT. High-Performing Traits to Protect Genetic Yield Potential For more information about the Agrisure traits portfolio, visit AgrisureTraits.com ROOTED IN GENETICS, AGRONOMY & SERVICE 7

10 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 G01P A GTA G02W GT Conv. G03A G03C NEW 3120 G05B91 NEW 5122 NEW 3010 NEW G06N GT G06Z97 NEW 5122 NEW 3120 NEW G07F GT Conv. NEW G07H81 NEW 3010A NEW G07B A 3120A 3111A GTA G09A86 NEW 3000GT NEW 3110 NEW G09E G09Y24 NEW 5222A NEW 3220A NEW G10C G10S G10T GT Conv. NEW G11B63 NEW 3010A NEW G11F A 3111A GTA NEW G11K G11U G11X64 NEW 3010 NEW G12J A 3220A 3111A, 3011A G12W NEW 3000GT GT NEW Conv. NEW G13M G13S G14R GT Conv. NEW G14V NEW 3000GT GT NEW G15L32 NEW 3000GT NEW 3110 NEW G15Q98 NEW 3000GT NEW G16K GT G18D NEW, 3000GT GT NEW Key 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 Root Type P = Penetrating M = Modified F = Fibrous Leaf Type U = Upright S-U = Semi-Upright P = Pendulum 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. 8 To order, contact your local Seed Advisor or call or visit GoldenHarvestSeeds.com

11 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 Ear Height P U SF M P G01P M S-U SF S R G02W M S-U SF M R G03A M S-U SF M R G03C P U SD M P G05B91 NEW M P SF M R G06N M U SD M R G06Z97 NEW M S-U SF M P G07F F U F M R G07H81 NEW M P SF M P G07B M S-U SD M P G09A86 NEW M U SD M P G09E M S-U SD M R G09Y24 NEW M S-U SF M R G10C M S-U F M P G10S M U SF M R G10T F U F L P G11B63 NEW M P SF M R G11F M U SF M P G11K M P SF M P G11U M S-U SF M R G11X64 NEW F U SF M R G12J M S-U SF M W G12W M S-U SD M R G13M M S-U F M P G13S M U SD M R G14R M S-U SF S R G14V M S-U SD - R G15L32 NEW M S-U SF - R G15Q98 NEW M P F M P G16K M S-U SF L R G18D87 Root Type Leaf Type 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. ROOTED IN GENETICS, AGRONOMY & SERVICE 9

12 AGRISURE NOMENCLATURE Breaking Down the Nomenclature The brand designator G indicates Golden Harvest. The next letter and two-digit number are randomly designated to uniquely identify each genetic family. G 1 1 F The trait designator is aligned with the Agrisure traits nomenclature system A This two-digit number is the same as the last two digits of relative maturity. The dash separates the genetic and trait portions. A indicates the presence of Agrisure Artesian technology for water optimization in the hybrid. 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 local Seed Advisor or call or visit GoldenHarvestSeeds.com

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14 12 To order, contact your local Seed Advisor or call or visit GoldenHarvestSeeds.com

15 CORN Last June was such a dry month that my growing season was on the brink of disaster, but I yielded 190 bu/a with one of my Golden Harvest Corn hybrids, which is well above average in my area. Even with the stress environment we had early on, my Golden Harvest hybrid emerged quickly, had early-season vigor and, once it came out of the ground, kept on growing. CLETE MILLER // MISSOURI Farmer & golden harvest Seed Advisor ROOTED IN GENETICS, AGRONOMY & SERVICE 13

16 Notes 14 To order, contact your local 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 AGRONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS DISEASE TOLERANCE AGRONOMIC RESEARCH RATINGS Feed Effect On* 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) Fat (% of DM) TDN (% of DM) NEL (Mcal/lb) Milk (lbs/ton)* Milk (lbs/a)* Beef (lbs/ton)* Beef (lbs/a)* G01P l l H l l t l l l l l l G02W t l H H l l l l l t l t G03A l l H l H H t l t l t l G03C t t H l H H l l t t l t G06N l H l H l H l l l l l l G07F H l l l l l H H H H H H 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 G10C l l H H H l l H H l H l G10S t l l l H l l l l t l t G10T H t t t l l l l l H l H G11F t l l l H t l l l t l t G11K H l t l l l l l l H l H G11U t H H H l H H H H t l t G12J l l t t l l l l l l l l G12W H t l l l H l l l H l H G13M t t H l H l l t t t l t G13S H l l l l H H H H H H H G14R l t H l H H H H H H H H G14V l l l t l l l l l l l l G16K l t l l l l H H H l H l G18D H H H H H l l l H H l H 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): Feed effect on net energy for lactating cows based on acid detergent fiber (ADF). Milk/Ton: An estimate of forage quality driven by starch content, starch digestibility and NDF; Milk/A combines the estimate of forage quality (Milk/Ton) and yield (Tons/A) into a single term.** Beef/Ton: A proprietary estimate of forage quality driven by TDN; Beef/A combines the estimate of forage quality (Beef/Ton) and yield (Tons/A) into a single term. *NOTE: These ratings should not be used to estimate actual production per animal, but instead they should be used to determine relative overall silage quality and yield of each hybrid. **Milk/A: Combining yield and quality into a single term, ROOTED IN GENETICS, AGRONOMY & SERVICE 15

18 AGRONOMIC MANAGEMENT PRODUCT AGRONOMIC MANAGEMENT AND PLACEMENT TRAITS END USE TRAITS Seeding Rate Adaptation to Soil Types/Yield Environments Golden Harvest Hybrid Series Relative Maturity (RM) Yield in <28K Pop Yield in 28 31K Pop Yield in 31 34K Pop Yield in 34 37K Pop Yield in >37K Pop Root Strength Stalk Strength Continuous Corn G01P t l H H 4 2 H H l H H l H l H t l G02W l H H H l 2 2 l H t H l l t l l t H G03A t l H l l 3 3 l l l H H t l l l H H G03C l H H l t 3 3 t H t H H l - l t H l G05B91 NEW 105 t t H H l l 6 H H H - l l l H G06N l l l l l 2 3 t l t H l t l t H H H G06Z97 NEW t l l l t t H l H - l l l t G07F l l l H H 3 2 H H 6 H H l l l t H H G07H81 NEW 107 H l l t t H t t l l - l t l H G07B l H H t t 5 4 l H t l H t H l t H l G09A86 NEW 109 t l l H H l t H H H - t H l l G09E t t l H H 5 2 l H t H H H H H l t t G09Y24 NEW 109 H H H l l H 6 H H l - t H H l G10C l l l l l 2 2 l l H H l t - l l t l G10S H H H t t 4 3 t l l H l l l t t H l G10T l H H l l 4 4 l l 6 H H t l l t H l G11B63 NEW 111 l l l l l H l l l t - H l t H G11F H H l l l 2 2 l H 6 H H l t l t l H G11K t l l H H 3 3 l l 6 H H l - t l H l G11U l l l l l 2 3 l H t H H t t t l H H G11X64 NEW 111 H H H t t l t l l l - l H t t G12J l l l H l 4 4 l H 6 H H t H t l H l G12W t l H H 3 2 H t l H l l l l t l l G13M t l l H H 2 3 t l l H l l - t H H l G13S t l l l H H H H H t - t t l l G14R l H H H 2 3 H l t H H H l l t l l G14V t l H H H 4 3 l l H l H l 6 t H t l G15L32 NEW 115 t t l H H t t H l l - l t l t G15Q98 NEW 115 t t H H H l H H H l - t H t t G16K l H H l t 5 3 l H 6 H H t H l t l t G18D l H H H H 4 4 H l l H l l l l H t 6 Drought Prone High ph Highly Productive Variable Poorly Drained Nitrogen Response Starch Protein Oil Feed to Gain 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 Drought: Agrisure Artesian water-optimized hybrid. 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. 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 Golden Harvest Seed Advisor has a calculator tool to help determine the optimal seeding population for various environments in your local geography. Adaptation to Soil Types/ Yield Environments: Ratings and soil type classifications are based on interpretation of studies conducted by Syngenta. 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. High ph Performance: Ratings represent an assessment of stand establishment, chlorosis severity and yield performance. End Use Traits: Ratings indicate end-use suitability based on the level of each grain quality characteristic. Feed to Gain: Favorable ratings indicate hybrids with kernel density and weight associated with optimized feed to gain in a dry-rolled corn ration according to independent testing. 16 To order, contact your local Seed Advisor or call or visit GoldenHarvestSeeds.com

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20 ETHANOL Demand is Growing Golden Harvest is proud to offer a unique product to you in the form of Enogen hybrids. These hybrids feature an in-seed innovation that benefits farmers marketing grain to participating ethanol plants, as well as producing grain for livestock feed. ENOGEN: HELPING TO MAKE CORN FARMERS MORE SUCCESSFUL Enogen corn helps to enhance ethanol production and make ethanol even more sustainable. Available through independent Seed Advisors, Enogen hybrids enable you to become an enzyme supplier for your local ethanol plant and add value to your crop. We are working with a growing number of ethanol plants to expand the market opportunity. By the end of 2017, we anticipate more than 200 million bushels of Enogen corn will have been grown on more than 1 million acres and contributed to nearly 4.5 billion gallons of ethanol produced. Enogen hybrids also perform equal to or better than other high-performing corn hybrids, as demonstrated in a number of trials, giving you more options with the same great yields. 1 What sets Enogen corn apart from other technologies is that it is designed to enhance ethanol production, which in turn adds incremental value to farmers and rural communities. All Enogen farmers combined are expected to earn a total premium of approximately $32 million in 2017, creating real advantages for corn producers and rural economies. To grow Enogen corn, you can use your existing cultural farming practices, including nutrient, insect and disease management programs. Enogen farmers are required to follow specific, yet reasonable stewardship requirements that include the planting of non-enogen border rows around an Enogen corn field, planter and combine cleanout, and dedicating bin space for all Enogen grain. We are committed to helping corn farmers and ethanol producers be more successful and making the benefits of ethanol more broadly available to consumers. 1 Syngenta production data from over 700,000 contracted acres, The U.S. Department of Agriculture reports that approximately 40 percent of the U.S. corn crop is used in ethanol production. Enogen corn enzyme technology helps to enhance ethanol production and can help make home-grown American ethanol even more sustainable. Because Enogen corn hybrids contain the alpha-amylase enzyme directly in the grain, Enogen farmers can become enzyme suppliers for your local plant, increasing the value of your crop and improving profit potential. Visit Enogen.com to learn about how you can become an enzyme supplier. 18 For more information, visit Enogen.com or call 877-4ENOGEN ( ).

21 HYBRIDS THAT ENERGIZE YOUR FEED RATION When growing corn to be fed on-farm for a beef or dairy operation, selecting a hybrid that provides value in the field and in your feed ration is a simple way to improve profit potential. Unique Enogen Feed hybrids do just that, offering proven genetics and strong agronomic characteristics, plus a step-change in the way starch and sugar are processed during digestion, providing more available energy to beef and dairy cattle. Enogen Feed hybrids offer excellent yield potential and quality across a variety of soil types and conditions, on top of strong agronomics such as standability and disease tolerance. There are no additional agronomic management practices required, unlike other highly managed silage hybrids. Additionally, Enogen Feed hybrids offer the flexibility to harvest for grain or chop for silage, and perform equal to or better than non-enogen corn hybrids. 1 Incorporating Enogen Feed hybrids in your operation is as easy as replacing the corn you currently grow and feed, and allows you to unlock the energy potential of your feed ration. Energy is key to maximizing production, and corn is an important energy source because it supplies starch, which is converted to sugar during digestion. Enogen Feed corn, fed as grain or silage, helps convert starch to sugar more efficiently and more rapidly during the digestive process, resulting in enhanced digestibility and more readily available energy. Enogen Feed corn is a high-value output product that must be grown as an identity preserved crop and fed on-farm only. Farmers must adhere to all applicable stewardship requirements, and sign and comply with an Enogen contract. 1 Syngenta production data from over 350,000 Enogen acres, For more information about Enogen or Enogen Feed corn hybrids, contact your independent Golden Harvest Seed Advisor. ROOTED IN GENETICS, AGRONOMY & SERVICE 19

22 CHARACTERISTICS PRODUCT TRAIT OFFERS MATURITY INFORMATION AGRONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS PLANT CHARACTERISTICS DISEASE TOLERANCE Enogen Hybrid Series Above/Below Ground Insect Protection E-Z Refuge Above/Below Ground Insect Protection 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 Ear Height Root Type Leaf Type 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 E101P5 3011A P U SF M P E103H4 NEW 3000GT NEW M S-U D S R E106N GT M P SF M R E107B3 3011A M P SF M P E109R3 3000GT M U SD M P E111B GT M P SF M P E111F1 5122A M P SF M R E112J1 NEW 3011A NEW F U SF M R E113Q6 3000GT M S-U F M P E114H6 NEW 5122A NEW M S-U SF M R E116K4 3000GT M P F M P E118D8 NEW 3000GT NEW M S-U SF L R Key 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 Root Type P = Penetrating M = Modified F = Fibrous Leaf Type U = Upright S-U = Semi-Upright P = Pendulum 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. 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. Farmers should balance yield potential, hybrid maturity and cultural practices against the anticipated risk of disease or insect pressure. 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. Ratings are based on interpretation of statistically analyzed results of studies conducted by Syngenta. 20 For more information, visit Enogen.com or call 877-4ENOGEN ( ).

23 ENOGEN CORN ENOGEN NOMENCLATURE Breaking Down the Nomenclature E 101 P5-3011A A B C D E Note: The Agrisure 3000GT trait stack with Artesian is labeled as Agrisure Artesian 3011A. A E indicates Enogen B Relative maturity number C Randomly designated letter and number(s) D Separates the genetic and trait portions E Trait designator aligned with Agrisure traits. A indicates the presence of Agrisure Artesian technology for water optimization in the hybrid. Enogen hybrids are available in a variety of Agrisure trait stacks. Contact your local Enogen reseller for more information on what s available in your geography. Description key E111F1 Hybrid Series: All hybrids within this series were developed from the same base genetics. RM: 111: Specific relative maturity for this hybrid series. ROOTED IN GENETICS, AGRONOMY & SERVICE 21

24 22 For more information, visit Enogen.com or call 877-4ENOGEN ( ).

25 ENOGEN CORN AGRONOMIC MANAGEMENT PRODUCT AGRONOMIC MANAGEMENT AND PLACEMENT TRAITS END USE TRAITS SEEDING RATE ADAPTATION TO SOIL TYPES/YIELD ENVIRONMENTS Enogen Hybrid Series Relative Maturity (RM) Yield in <28K Pop Yield in 28 31K Pop Yield in 31 34K Pop Yield in 34 37K Pop Yield in >37K Pop Root Strength Stalk Strength Continuous Corn Drought Prone High ph Highly Productive Variable Poorly Drained Nitrogen Response Starch Protein Oil E101P t l H H 4 2 H H l H H l H l H t E103H4 NEW t l H l 2 3 l t t H l H t l l H E106N8 106 l l l l l 2 3 t l t H l t l t H H E107B3 109 l H H t t 5 4 l H t l H t H l t H E109R3 109 t t l H H 5 2 l H t H H H H H l t E111B8 111 l l l l l 2 3 l H t H H t t t l H E111F1 111 H H l l l 2 2 l H 6 H H l t l t l E112J1 NEW 112 l l l H l 4 4 l H 6 H H t H t l H E113Q6 113 t l l l H H H H H t - t t l E114H6 NEW 114 H H l t t 4 5 l H t H H t l l t l E116K4 116 l H H l t 5 3 l H 6 H H t H l t l E118D8 NEW 118 l H H H H 4 4 H l l H l l l l H t 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 Golden Harvest Seed Advisor has a calculator tool to help determine the optimal seeding population for various environments in your local geography. Continuous Corn Agronomic Characteristics: 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: yield, emergence strength, early vigor, root and stalk strength, staygreen and foliar disease tolerance. 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. End Use Traits: Ratings indicate end-use suitability based on the level of each grain quality characteristic. ROOTED IN GENETICS, AGRONOMY & SERVICE 23

26 Notes 24 To order, contact your local Seed Advisor or call or visit GoldenHarvestSeeds.com

27 SOYBEANS FIELD-SPECIFIC SOYBEAN OPTIONS Golden Harvest Soybeans provide new options and choices when you are looking to maximize soybean production in every field. With advanced genetics and the latest traits, Golden Harvest varieties are built tough and are ready to combat pests, diseases and whatever Mother Nature has in store. Developed by the same research team behind the successful NK Soybeans program, Golden Harvest Soybeans feature built-in resistance and tolerance to damaging pests and diseases, such as soybean cyst nematode, sudden death syndrome, iron deficiency chlorosis and Phytophthora root rot. Many contain the Roundup Ready 2 Xtend trait for increased herbicide flexibility, adding more options to your weed resistance management toolbox. The complete portfolio is available from Golden Harvest Seed Advisors, who can help you select and place the right varieties based on each of your fields unique conditions. ROOTED IN GENETICS, AGRONOMY & SERVICE 25

28 CHARACTERISTICS PRODUCT AGRONOMIC/PLANT CHARACTERISTICS Soybean Brands Herbicide Tolerant Trait Relative Maturity (RM) Emergence Canopy/Plant Type Plant Height Growth Habit Standability 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 GH2041X RR2X M M IND WH LTW BR BL - t l H l l S20-T6 GENRR2Y M M IND WH LTW BR BL - l l H l l GH2230X NEW RR2X M M IND WH LTW BR BL - t 6 l t H GH2537X NEW RR2X B MT IND WH LTW BR BR - l t l H H S26-P3 GENRR2Y M M IND PUR LTW BR BR - l t H H l GH2788X NEW RR2X MB M IND PUR GR BR IMB - H t H H H S27-J7 GENRR2Y MT MT IND WH LTW TN BL - l l H H H S28-N6 GENRR2Y MB M IND WH LTW BR BR - l t H H H GH2981X RR2X MB M IND PUR LTW BR BL - l H H l l S30-V6 GENRR2Y M MT IND WH LTW BR BL INC H t H H l GH3195X NEW RR2X M M IND WH LTW BR BL INC l l l l H GH3324X NEW RR2X M MT IND PUR LTW BR BL INC l t H l 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 GH3546X NEW RR2X M MT IND PUR LTW BR BL INC l - H H H S35-C3 GENRR2Y M MT IND PUR LTW TN BL INC H 6 H H l GH3761X NEW RR2X M T IND PUR LTW BR BL INC t t l l l 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 GH3982X NEW RR2X MB MT IND PUR LTW TN BL INC l 6 l H t GH3985X RR2X MB MT IND PUR GR BR IMB INC l t l H H 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 GH4142X RR2X MB T IND PUR LTW BR BL INC l l l H l S42-P6 GENRR2Y M MT IND WH LTW TN BL INC H t H H H GH4307X RR2X M MT IND PUR LTW TN BL INC l t H H H GH4542X NEW RR2X MB MT IND PUR LTW BR BR EXC l 6 H H H 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 RR2X = Roundup Ready 2 Xtend 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 Color Abbreviations BF = Buff, BL = Black, BR = Brown, GR = Gray, IMB = Imperfect Black, IMY = Imperfect Yellow, LTW = Light Tawny, PUR = Purple, TN = Tan, TW = Tawny, WH = White Growth Habit IND = Indeterminate, DET = Determinate Chloride Sensitivity INC = Includer, EXC = Excluder Adaptation to Soil Types/ Yield Environments H= Best Choice l = Good Choice t = Average to Slightly Below Average 6 = Not Recommended - = Not Available 26 To order, contact your local Seed Advisor or call or visit GoldenHarvestSeeds.com

29 SOYBEANS % mst. GRAIN QUALITY % mst. PHYTOPHTHORA Gene Resistance Field Tolerance Soybean Cyst Nematode (SCN) DISEASE/PEST Iron Deficiency Chlorosis (IDC) Brown Stem Rot (BSR) Sclerotinia White Mold (SWM) Sudden Death Syndrome (SDS) Frogeye Leaf Spot (FELS) PRODUCT Rps1c 4 R3, MR GH2041X Rps1c 5 MR S20-T Rps1c 4 R3, MR GH2230X NEW Rps1c 4 R3, MR GH2537X NEW S 4 MR3, MR S26-P Rps1c 4 R3, MR GH2788X NEW Rps1k 3 R3, MR S27-J Rps1c 4 R3, MR S28-N S 4 R3, MR GH2981X S 4 R3, MR S30-V Rps1c 3 R3, MR GH3195X NEW S 4 R3, MR GH3324X NEW Rps1c 4 MR3, MR S34-N S 3 R3, MR S34-P S 2 R GH3546X NEW S 4 R3, MR S35-C S 3 R3, MR GH3761X NEW S 3 R3, R S37-Z S 4 R3, MR S38-W S 4 R3, MR GH3982X NEW - - Rps1c 4 R3, MR GH3985X S 4 R3, MR S39-C S 4 R3, MR S39-T Rps1c 4 R3, MR GH4142X Rps1a 4 R3, R S42-P S 4 R3, MR GH4307X S 4 R3, MR GH4542X NEW 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) 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 S = Susceptible (no gene-specific tolerance) 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. ROOTED IN GENETICS, AGRONOMY & SERVICE 27

30 Description key Soybean brand RM: 3.5: Specific relative maturity for this hybrid series. 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. 28 To order, contact your local Seed Advisor or call or visit GoldenHarvestSeeds.com

31 SOYBEANS Notes ROOTED IN GENETICS, AGRONOMY & SERVICE 29

32 Notes 30 To order, contact your local Seed Advisor or call or visit GoldenHarvestSeeds.com

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34 CHARACTERISTICS Soybean Brands PRODUCT Herbicide Tolerant Trait Relative Maturity (RM) Emergence Canopy/Plant Type AGRONOMIC/PLANT CHARACTERISTICS* Plant Height Growth Habit Standability Flower Color Pubescence Color Pod Color GRAIN QUALITY* PHYTOPHTHORA DISEASE/PEST* GH2847L LL M MT IND 3 PUR GR TN IMB Rps1k 4 R GH3216L LL M M IND 3 WH GR TN BF Rps1c 3 R GH3455L LL/STS MB M IND 4 PUR LTW BR BL Rps1k 4 R GH3625L LL MB MT IND 4 WH LTW TN BL INC Rps1c 3 R GH3980L LL M M IND 3 WH LTW TN BL INC Rps1c 3 MR GH4146L LL M M IND 3 WH LTW BR BL EXC Rps1c 3 R GH4364L LL M MT IND 4 PUR LTW TN BL INC Rps1k 4 R GH4508L LL/STS M MT IND 4 PUR LTW BR BL INC Rps1k 3 R Hilum Color Chloride Sensitivity % mst. % mst. Gene Resistance Field Tolerance Soybean Cyst Nematode (SCN) Iron Deficiency Chlorosis (IDC) Brown Stem Rot (BSR) Sclerotinia White Mold (SWM) Sudden Death Syndrome (SDS) Frogeye Leaf Spot (FELS) Key Disease/Pest Ratings 1 = Best, 9 = Worst, - = Not Available Herbicide Tolerant Traits LL = LibertyLink LL/STS = LibertyLink 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 Color Abbreviations BF = Buff, BL = Black, BR = Brown, GR = Gray, IMB = Imperfect Black, IMY = Imperfect Yellow, LTW = Light Tawny, PUR = Purple, TN = Tan, TW = Tawny, WH = White Growth Habit IND = Indeterminate, DET = Determinate Chloride Sensitivity INC = Includer, EXC = Excluder 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) 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: 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 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. *NOTE: Product descriptions and ratings are sourced from the variety s genetic supplier and may change as additional data are gathered. Notes 32 To order, contact your local Seed Advisor or call or visit GoldenHarvestSeeds.com

35 STEWARDSHIP PROTECT AND PRESERVE TRAIT STACK* MINIMUM REFUGE REQUIREMENT (CORN-GROWING REGION) MINIMUM REFUGE REQUIREMENT (COTTON-GROWING REGION) 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. 20% 50% 20% STEWARDSHIP REQUIREMENTS Read and understand the stewardship requirements found in the Syngenta 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 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 farmers plan how to meet the minimum refuge requirements for each Bt corn product 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. Consult bag tags for E-Z Refuge product herbicide options. Only those labeled EZ1 may be sprayed with glufosinate ammonium based herbicides, including Liberty herbicide. GRAIN MARKETING Farmers 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. 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. ROOTED IN GENETICS, AGRONOMY & SERVICE 33