Corn Portfolio Guide

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1 Corn Portfolio Guide

2 Innovative Solutions to Help Grow More Corn As corn continues to be in high demand, growers must find ways to grow more from less. This means finding the right solutions to keep weeds, insects, diseases and other pests from threatening yield. The depth and breadth of the Syngenta portfolio provides growers numerous options that can be customized to fit their specific needs and challenges. The foundation of the Syngenta portfolio of crop solutions begins with a strong commitment to research and development. Our innovative approach to R&D has helped us develop a broad selection of seed, seed treatment and crop protection products that help corn growers maximize productivity and yield. It also has helped establish Syngenta as the leader in water optimization technology, corn insect control and season-long performance. Syngenta strives to be more than an ag input manufacturer; we are a partner committed to meeting your needs and providing the resources necessary to get the most value from every acre. From seed hybrids with stacked traits to trait technology that requires less water, to seed treatments that protect seeds from the time they are planted, to herbicide programs that responsibly manage weed resistance, and service that stands behind our products, no company does more than Syngenta to help farmers grow more corn.

3 Agrisure traits deliver best-in-class insect control and alternative choices in herbicide tolerance. Agrisure is the first proprietary corn trait system delivering control of European corn borer (through the Agrisure CB/LL trait), corn rootworm (via the Agrisure RW trait) and the insects of the multi-pest complex (through the Agrisure Viptera trait). In addition, growers can choose built-in tolerance to either glyphosate herbicides through the Agrisure GT trait, or glufosinate herbicides through the LibertyLink component of the Agrisure CB/LL trait. The Agrisure Viptera 3111 trait stack controls more insects than any other trait stack. Delivering control of a record 14 above- and below-ground corn insects of the multi-pest complex, the Agrisure Viptera 3111 trait stack has outperformed triple stacks by 14.3 bu/a under significant corn earworm pressure and up to 32 bu/a under heavy earworm pressure. Where is the Multi-Pest Complex? Multi-Pest Control with the Agrisure Viptera 3111 Trait Stack European corn borer Dingy cutworm Corn earworm Mexican corn rootworm Northern corn rootworm Southwestern corn borer Western corn rootworm Southern cornstalk borer Black cutworm Common stalk borer Western bean cutworm Beet armyworm Fall armyworm Sugarcane borer 1 Seeds

4 Agrisure Viptera Trait Performance Data Managing Aflatoxin Levels with the Agrisure Viptera Trait Agrisure Viptera Trait Yield Response Influence of the Agrisure Viptera Trait on Grain Aflatoxin Levels Aflatoxin Level (ppb) LSD (0.05)=355.2 P>F= All Locations (n=31) 4.5 Bu/A difference b 0.2c 92% reduction Locations without Corn Earworm (n=21) ab 7.2b Locations with Corn Earworm Present (n=10) Bu/A difference a 26.8a Ear Damage (cm 2 /ear) LSD (0.05)=4.47 P>F= (Roy D. Parker, Texas A&M 2009) Multi-Pest Control by Corn Growth Stage Season-Long Insect Control with the Agrisure Viptera 3111 Trait Stack DCW: Dingy cutworm BCW: Black cutworm SCB: Sugarcane borer CSB: Common stalk borer SWCB: Southwestern corn borer ECB: European corn borer FAW: Fall armyworm CEW: Corn earworm WBCW: Western bean cutworm RW: Rootworm

5 Simplifying refuge and resistance concerns with Agrisure E-Z Refuge Technology Be part of the energy solution Syngenta now offers growers two refuge in a bag solutions, featuring a 5 percent blended refuge in the bag. The refuge solutions offer corn growers a convenient way to meet refuge requirements as specified by the EPA to help manage against the development of resistant insects with multiple modes of action. Hybrids with the Agrisure Viptera 3220 E-Z Refuge trait stack are designed for use in geographies where corn rootworm control is not a primary concern. Each package contains 95 percent of a corn hybrid containing the Agrisure Viptera 3220 trait stack, offering dual modes of action for control of multiple above-ground lepidopteran insect pests, including European corn borer. Hybrids with the Agrisure 3122 E-Z Refuge trait stack are a solution in areas where corn rootworm pressure and control are crucial, including corn-on-corn acres. Each package consists of 95 percent of a corn hybrid containing the Agrisure 3122 trait stack, which features dual modes of action against both corn borer and corn rootworm. Enogen corn is the first seed product specifically bio-engineered to help improve the efficiency and productivity of dry grind ethanol, and it is only available from Syngenta. Enogen corn was developed to help provide growth and sustainability to the U.S. ethanol industry, a critically important sector to American farmers, agricultural communities and the nation. Enogen grain contains a robust form of alpha amylase enzyme that helps improve corn to ethanol processing efficiencies. When Enogen grain is metered into the ethanol production process, ethanol producers not only can realize increased throughput, but also reduced associated costs for energy, water, chemicals and equipment maintenance. Growers access Enogen technology through a technology license with Syngenta and a corn production contract with an ethanol plant licensed to use Enogen grain. Grain premiums paid to Enogen corn growers help to add substantial value and revenue potential per acre. 1 Seeds The remaining 5 percent of both packages contain seed hybrids without an insect control trait; all seed hybrids within the bags are tolerant to glyphosate-based herbicides. Hybrids with Agrisure Artesian technology maximize yield when it rains, and increase yield when it doesn t. Agrisure Artesian technology provides the following benefits: Increases yields when moisture is limited Stabilizes yields where moisture is variable Maximizes yield under favorable growing conditions Hybrids enabled by Agrisure Artesian technology are the first in the industry to utilize the Syngenta proprietary Gene Association Mapping System, Gene Blueprinting, which uses scientifically selected genes for a new level of season-long drought tolerance. The result is higher yields for corn under drought or water stress and maximized yield under favorable growing conditions. Hybrids with Agrisure Artesian technology help minimize financial and emotional stress through fewer crop failures due to drought, and improved return on total crop investment. Under water stress, hybrids with Agrisure Artesian technology have the potential to deliver up to 15 percent more yield versus hybrids without the technology. Agrisure traits are available in elite genetics from Garst, Golden Harvest and NK brand seeds. Look to these quality Syngenta brands to deliver results beyond expectations. Enogen traited corn hybrids are available in elite germplasm and with preferred insect and herbicide traits. In numerous trials, Enogen traited hybrid performance has proven to be equal to or better than other high performing hybrids. 1 Key Elements of the Enogen Corn Grower Program 1. Grain premiums paid on all bushels produced and delivered on acres planted with Enogen corn 2. Grain premiums paid upon delivery, per terms of the agreement with the ethanol plant 3. Grain pricing options set by ethanol plant (e.g. flat price, basis, hedge to arrive, etc.) 4. Simple but specific grain production, handling, storage and transportation stewardship protocols and designated grain delivery windows Bottom line: Enogen trait technology provides an opportunity for increased profitability for growers and ethanol producers. 1 Based on a 2008 Syngenta hybrid performance comparison study

6 Avicta Complete Corn nematicide/insecticide/fungicide seed treatment is an on-seed application of separately registered products: Avicta brand seed treatment nematicide (abamectin) with Cruiser 5 FS seed treatment insecticide (thiamethoxam) and the most robust seed treatment fungicide on the market Maxim Quattro. Maxim Quattro combines the market-leading active ingredients mefenoxam (Apron XL ), fludioxonil (Maxim XL) and azoxystrobin (Dynasty ) with thiabendazole, an active ingredient that offers best-in-class protection against Fusarium, including Fusarium verticillioides. A convenient technology applied directly to the seed, Avicta Complete Corn is designed to effectively safeguard corn seedlings against the most damaging nematodes, early-season insects and diseases for optimal yield and profit potential. Its immediate action protects yield from day one and provides consistent, reliable protection when the plant is most vulnerable. Active Ingredients: Abamectin, Thiamethoxam, Azoxystrobin, Mefenoxam, Fludioxonil and Thiabendazole Protects corn against a wide spectrum of damaging nematode species Delivers proven protection against a broad range of insect pests and early-season disease pathogens Promotes vigorous and healthy corn seedlings from the day seeds are planted Helps increase stand, uniformity and vigor Protects seed investment and the value of the traits and genetics by protecting the plant when it is most vulnerable Conveniently delivered on the seed, just plant and the crop is protected Nematode Protection Lance Lesion Insect Protection Billbug* Black cutworm Chinch bug Corn flea beetle Corn leaf aphid Root-knot Sting Stubby-root Stunt Corn rootworm* Grape colaspis Seedcorn beetle Seedcorn maggot Southern corn leaf beetle Needle Ring Spiral Dagger Southern green stinkbug Sugarcane beetle Thrips White grub** Wireworm * Requires the higher application rate of Cruiser (1.25 mg ai/seed). Corn rootworm protection includes Mexican, Northern, Southern and Western varieties. ** Including Japanese beetle larvae, European Chafer larvae, true white grub, annual white grub and May/June beetle larvae. Seed-borne Disease Protection Aspergillus Cladosporium Diplodia (Stenocarpella) Fusarium Helminthosporium Soil-borne Disease Protection Pythium Rhizoctonia Fusarium Fusarium graminearum Fusarium verticillioides Refer to individual component product labels for full list of pests. Penicillium Sporisorium (Sphacelotheca) Mucor Rhizopus Macrophomina Diplodia (Stenocarpella) Sporisorium (Sphacelotheca) Penicillium Colletotrichum Avicta Complete Corn: 5.1 bu/a multi-year average yield benefit on 85% of the acres over time Yield Benefit (bu/a) Avicta Complete Corn: Degree of environmental stress drives Avicta performance Yield stabilization Year average* +0.3*** (26 trials) (53 trials) Drought Index** year Multi-year average (35 trials) +2.1 High stress Low stress 2010: very low stress throughout season Excellent moisture & temperature conditions * Overall average, 114 trials over 3 years ** Palmer Z drought index US, May-July accum; 2007: moderate/severe drought, 2010: very moist *** 10-y average: +0.3 = mid range

7 CruiserMaxx Corn 250 insecticide/fungicide seed treatment is an on-seed application of separately registered products: Cruiser 5FS seed treatment insecticide with Maxim Quattro (azoxystrobin, metalaxyl, fludioxonil and thiabendazole), the most robust seed treatment fungicide combination on the market. Active Ingredients: Thiamethoxam, Azoxystrobin, Mefenoxam, Fludioxonil, Thiabendazole Protects corn plants from a broad spectrum of early-season insect pests to help get crops off to a healthy, vigorous start Via the Cruiser Vigor Effect, Cruiser helps plants to better withstand unfavorable environmental conditions and stresses to deliver higher and more consistent yields Unmatched broad-spectrum protection against seed- and soilborne diseases Best-in-class systemic protection against Fusarium species including Fusarium graminearum and Fusarium verticillioides Rapid translocation of thiamethoxam, the insecticide active ingredient, throughout the plant provides complete protection Helps increase stand, uniformity and vigor, and protects yield potential Proven effectiveness in broad geography and variable growing environments Insect Protection Billbug* Black cutworm Chinch bug Corn flea beetle Corn leaf aphid Corn rootworm* Grape colaspis Seedcorn beetle Seedcorn maggot Southern corn leaf beetle Southern green stinkbug Sugarcane beetle Thrips White grub** Wireworm * Requires the higher application rate of Cruiser (1.25 mg ai/seed) available in CruiserMaxx Corn See Cruiser 5 FS label. Corn rootworm protection includes Mexican, Northern, South and Western varieties. ** Including Japanese beetle larvae, European Chafer larvae, true white grub, annual white grub and May/June beetle larvae. Seed-borne Disease Protection Aspergillus Cladosporium Diplodia (Stenocarpella) Fusarium Helminthosporium Penicillium Sporisorium (Sphacelotheca) Mucor Rhizopus Refer to individual component product labels for full list of pests. Soil-borne Disease Protection Fusarium Fusarium graminearum Fusarium verticillioides Pythium Rhizoctonia Macrophomina Colletotrichum Diplodia (Stenocarpella) Sporisorium (Sphacelotheca) Penicillium CruiserMaxx Corn 1250 insecticide/fungicide offers all the benefits of CruiserMaxx Corn 250 plus effective corn rootworm protection. It is a seed company applied combination of five separately registered active ingredients that deliver 1.25 mg ai/seed of Cruiser 5FS plus Maxim Quattro (azoxystrobin, metalaxyl, fludioxonil and thiabendazole). CruiserMaxx Corn 1250 is most effective when: Corn rootworm populations and pest pressure are low to moderate, including fields where corn is planted in rotation with soybean, alfalfa or other crops Used in a program that incorporates hybrids rated for high root strength and root quality Corn rootworm adult beetles were scouted and sprayed with foliar applications when reaching threshold levels the previous year 2 Seed Treatments In high pressure areas, use CruiserMaxx Corn 250 or CruiserMaxx Corn 1250 in combination with an application of Force insecticide. CruiserMaxx Corn 1250 should NOT be used in areas or fields where there is a history of past failures with granular, liquid or seed treatment insecticides, or the corn rootworm trait. Do not use CruiserMaxx Corn 1250 in areas with extended diapause corn rootworm or where variant Western corn rootworm exists, and where fields have not been scouted the previous season to determine corn rootworm population levels.

8 Herbicide Resistance Management With the increasing threat of herbicide weed resistance, the utilization of multiple modes of action and residual herbicides has become critical to the success of any weed management program. Consider the following weed management recommendations as you build your program to maximize control of problem weeds and minimize the risk of resistant weeds in your fields. Rely on more than just glyphosate for weed control use other herbicides with different modes of action Use pre-emergence residual herbicides for extended weed control on every acre Use full labeled herbicides rates Spray on time, rather than waiting too long and spraying trophy weeds Rotate to crops with effective weed control options Manage weeds on the field perimeter Encourage your neighbors to manage weed resistance A long-time favorite of corn growers, atrazine is effective in controlling a broad range of yield-robbing weeds, is safe to the crop and fits a wide variety of farming systems. Syngenta offers AAtrex brand herbicides for growers who want to take advantage of the proven performance of atrazine. AAtrex 4L is a liquid formulation AAtrex Nine-O is the granular formulation Active Ingredient: Atrazine Outstanding application flexibility can be applied pre-plant surface, pre-plant incorporated, pre-emergence or post-emergence up to 12-inch corn Season-long residual control of many broadleaf weeds and some grasses Excellent tank-mix partner Popular option in conservation tillage programs that reduce or eliminate plowing and tillage methods traditionally used to control weeds Use of atrazine prevents up to 85 million metric tons of soil erosion per year enough to fill more than 3 million dump trucks* Use in combination or rotation with other modes of action can help delay or manage weed resistance to those products Farming without atrazine would cost growers as much as $28/A in herbicides and reduced yields, per EPA estimates Atrazine increases crop yield by up to 7 bu/a** * Mitchell, Paul D., Estimating soil erosion and fuel use changes and their monetary values with AGSIM: a case study for triazine herbicides, ** Bridges, David, A biological analysis of the use and benefits of chloro-s-triazine herbicides in U.S. corn and sorghum production, Targeted Weeds Annual morningglory Barnyardgrass (watergrass)* Cocklebur** Giant foxtail** Groundcherry Green foxtail* Jimsonweed Kochia Lambsquarters Large (hairy) crabgrass** Mustards Nightshade Pigweed Purslane Ragweed Sicklepod** Velvetleaf (buttonweed)* Wild oats Witchgrass* Yellow foxtail* Untreated Check Treated * Partial control only on medium- and fine-textured soils ** Partial control only The use of residual herbicides with multiple modes of action can significantly improve weed control and help manage the threat of weed resistance. In the comparison photos above, notice the dramatic difference in weed control where Halex GT herbicide was applied early post at 3.6 pts/a compared to the untreated check. Refer to product labels for full list of weeds controlled. AAtrex brands can be applied pre-plant surface, pre-plant incorporated, pre-emergence or post-emergence Ideal for conservation- and no-till systems, which can reduce soil erosion up to 90 percent The total maximum application (pre and post treatments combined) that can be applied each calendar year is 2.5 lbs a.i. per acre (5.0 pts/a with AAtrex 4L) Do not exceed a single application rate of 2.0 lbs/a Refer to the product labels for complete instructions on use rates and application procedures.

9 Strong on broadleaf weeds and grasses, gentle to the crop and proven to keep fields cleaner for longer than the competition, Bicep II Magnum and Bicep Lite II Magnum herbicides are excellent choices for foundation weed control in corn. In glyphosate-tolerant corn, setting up your postemergence herbicide (Halex GT or a Touchdown brand herbicide tank-mixed with Callisto Xtra herbicide) with an early application of a Bicep brand herbicide will help growers start early and finish clean. Bicep Lite II Magnum contains a lower rate of atrazine than Bicep II Magnum, so growers can choose the product that best fits their farming operation. Active Ingredients: S-metolachlor, Atrazine Combines the power of S-metolachlor and atrazine two active ingredients that offer longer residual control and better performance than competitor brands Longer residual control and better performance than acetochlor-based brands like Harness, SureStart and TripleFLEX herbicides Contains a safener, benoxacor, that stays in the same soil layer as S-metolachlor, providing unsurpassed crop safety, even in cool, wet conditions Fits all tillage systems Built-in burndown Low rate technology reduces grass herbicide use rate per acre by 35 percent while still outperforming the competition Data For growers who want the dual benefits of early-season weed control and extended residual control, a two-pass program with a foundation rate of Bicep II Magnum herbicide, followed by Halex GT herbicide in glyphosate-tolerant corn, is an ideal solution. Bicep II Magnum fb Halex GT DeKalb, IL Yield (bu/a) Bicep II Magnum followed by Halex GT Yield Bicep II Magnum fb Halex GT Bicep II Magnum applied at 1.3 qts/a; Halex GT applied at 3.6 pts/a Harness Xtra, SureStart and Guardsman Max were applied at foundation rates per soil type AMS was applied with all post-emergence treatments Harness Xtra SureStart Guardsman Max fb Roundup fb Durango fb Roundup NIS (0.25% v/v) was added to Halex GT treatments Post treatments applied when weeds were 2-4 in height 7 trial locations: IN, MO, IL, MS, TX, TN, IA 3 Herbicides Targeted Weeds Common purslane Common ragweed Crabgrass Fall panicum Florida pusley Giant foxtail Giant ragweed Lambsquarters Morningglory Pigweed Prairie cupgrass Smartweed Velvetleaf Waterhemp Bicep II Magnum fb Touchdown Total Roundup WeatherMAX POST fb WeatherMAX LPOST 200 Refer to product labels for full list of weeds controlled. Bicep II Magnum and Bicep Lite II Magnum can be applied pre-plant surface, pre-plant incorporated, pre-emergence or post-emergence Bicep II Magnum may be applied at qts/a, depending on soil texture and amount of organic matter in soil Bicep Lite II Magnum may be applied at qts/a, depending on soil texture and amount of organic matter in soil Apply up to 45 days prior to planting to 12-inch corn Refer to the product labels for complete instructions on use rates and application procedures. Untreated Check DeKalb, IL Data from ten Syngenta research trials. Yield (bu/a) Bicep II Magnum followed by Touchdown Total herbicide protects yield potential better than two applications of Roundup herbicide in glyphosate-tolerant corn. In field trials, the average yield for Bicep II Magnum followed by Touchdown Total out yielded two applications of Roundup by 14 bu/a.

10 From a single herbicide to new generations of crop protection solutions, Callisto Plant Technology takes weed control to the max. Callisto Plant Technology was created to mimic the natural herbicides secreted by the Callistemon plant. It s that special ingredient that gives Callisto, Callisto Xtra, Lumax EZ, Lexar EZ, Halex GT and Zemax herbicides unprecedented residual control over broadleaf weeds. Growers can find a Callisto Plant Technology brand solution to fit any farming practice. When you see the Callisto Plant Technology logo, you can feel confident that you are getting the kind of broadleaf weed control and application flexibility that you won t find anywhere else. Callisto Plant Technology brands deliver: Proven performance Long-lasting residual broadleaf weed control Application flexibility Multiple modes of action for weed resistance management Excellent crop safety For more information, visit callistoplanttechnology.com. Callisto and Callisto Xtra herbicides are tank-mix partners of choice for long-lasting residual broadleaf weed control in corn. Active Ingredients: Callisto: Mesotrione; Callisto Xtra: Mesotrione and Atrazine Simple Effective burndown control of emerged weeds (faster than glyphosate alone) Longer-lasting residual broadleaf weed control than Impact, Armezon, Laudis, Status or Capreno herbicides Smart Callisto and Callisto Xtra are excellent tools for glyphosate-resistant weed management Callisto adds one mode of action to glyphosate and Callisto Xtra adds two through its patented, synergistic combination of Callisto and AAtrex herbicides Deliver improved activity on broadleaf weeds not currently controlled by glyphosate alone Maximum control of the toughest broadleaf weeds including waterhemp, lambsquarters, ragweed and pigweeds with the added benefit of large crabgrass control Powered by mesotrione, the foundation of Callisto Plant Technology Safe to the Crop Callisto and Callisto Xtra deliver maximum weed control while providing excellent crop safety Registered for use in field corn, seed corn, silage corn, sweet corn and yellow popcorn Targeted Weeds Broadleaf signalgrass Burcucumber Common cocklebur Common lambsquarters Common sunflower Crabgrass Horseweed (marestail) Kochia Lambsquarters Large crabgrass Morningglories Nightshades Palmer amaranth Pennsylvania smartweed Pigweeds Ragweeds Velvetleaf Venice mallow Waterhemp* * Callisto and Callisto Xtra applied post will not control waterhemp resistant to post applied HPPD herbicides. Refer to label for full list of weeds controlled. Callisto should be applied at a rate of oz/a from post-emergence up to 30-inch corn Callisto Xtra should be applied at a rate of oz/a from post-emergence up to 12-inch corn

11 Callisto vs. the Competition Callisto Laudis 3 Impact Status 28 days after treatment. Callisto applied at 3.0 oz/a. Laudis applied at 3.0 oz/a. Impact applied at 0.75 oz/a. Status applied at 5.0 oz/a. Herbicides Callisto Xtra vs. the Competition Days After Treatment Callisto Xtra 20.0 oz/a Impact 0.75 oz/a Weed Control (%) Callisto Xtra (20 oz) + glyphosate Impact (0.5 oz) + glyphosate 10 Laudis (2 oz) + glyphosate 0 Broadleaves (15) Annual Grasses (13) Status (2.5 oz) + glyphosate All treatments applied with glyphosate (24 oz) and 2.5% N-PAK AMS liquid. Broadleaves: Giant ragweed, pigweeds, common lambsquarters, velvetleaf, common cocklebur, morningglories. Callisto Xtra 20.0 oz/a Laudis 3.0 oz/a Grasses: Giant foxtail, fall panicum, barnyardgrass, goosegrass, yellow foxtail, large crabgrass. Trial Locations: AR, CO, KY(2), KS, IA, IL, MO, MN, NE, NY, PA, SD, TN, TX Applied April 24th, Photos taken 40 days after treatment. Marshall, Missouri. Weed species present were waterhemp, ivyleaf morningglory, fall panicum, giant foxtail, velvetleaf and lambsquarters.

12 Dual II Magnum herbicide controls glyphosate-resistant pigweeds and waterhemp plus it eliminates earlyseason weed competition that can reduce yields. It fits all cropping systems plus provides unsurpassed crop safety and unbeatable application flexibility. Not only can Dual II Magnum be applied in the spring, it is also extremely effective as a fall-applied* herbicide in corn. Spread out your spring workload and help protect your farm from weather challenges with a twopass program of fall-applied Dual II Magnum herbicide followed by a post-emergence application of Halex GT herbicide in glyphosate-tolerant corn (Agrisure GT or Roundup Ready hybrids). Dual II Magnum is also available in a formulation called Dual II Magnum SI, which is specially formulated for impregnation on dry fertilizer. Dual II Magnum is labeled for pre-plant surface-applied, pre-plant incorporated or pre-emergence application Dual II Magnum and Dual II Magnum SI are labeled for fall application in Northern Illinois, Northern Nebraska and all of Minnesota, Iowa, South Dakota, North Dakota and Wisconsin Dual II Magnum can also be applied in the spring for pre-emerge control of grasses and small-seeded broadleaf weeds Dual II Magnum can be tank-mixed with a wide variety of other herbicides Refer to the product labels for complete instructions on use rates and application procedures. *Only in IA, MN, ND, SD, WI and portions of NE and IL see label for specific instructions. Active Ingredient: S-metolachlor of Dual II Magnum Helps protect the corn crop from early-season weed competition that can steal yield when the corn plant is most vulnerable Flexible application timing with early pre-plant, pre-emergence and post-emergence options Lasts two to four weeks longer than other competitive grass herbicides Contains benoxacor, a proven safener that works with S-metolachlor to protect against injury in cool and wet conditions of Fall-Applied Dual II Magnum followed by Halex GT Managing weed populations in the fall provides more time and flexibility for a spring-applied post-emergence application of Halex GT A fall application of Dual II Magnum will reduce weed pressures of grasses and small-seeded broadleaf weeds in the spring. Unlike glyphosate, using Halex GT means no more waiting for more weeds to emerge before application. Dual II Magnum followed by Halex GT provides season-long weed control, including outstanding control of early- and late-season grasses Dual II Magnum followed by Halex GT is a Resistance Fighter program. Controlling weeds early and using herbicides with multiple modes of action will help prevent the potential for development of weed resistance. Targeted Weeds Common waterhemp Crabgrass Eastern black nightshade Fall panicum Florida pusley Giant foxtail Goosegrass Green foxtail Pigweeds Prairie cupgrass Red rice Signalgrass Tall waterhemp Yellow foxtail Yellow nutsedge Fall-applied Dual li Magnum fb Halex GT Hutchinson, Minnesota Refer to product labels for full list of weeds controlled.

13 Halex GT herbicide is Glyphosate with Residual that works relentlessly to deliver burndown and unmatched residual control of more than 90 broadleaf weeds and grasses. According to market research, nine out of ten growers who try Halex GT use it again due to its proven performance making it the number one glyphosate premix in corn. Halex GT saves growers time and money by providing more effective weed control in just one pass. Containing three proven modes of action, Halex GT is your business partner for use in a one- or two-pass weed management program. Active Ingredients: Mesotrione, S-metolachlor, Glyphosate Contains three modes of action to decrease dependence on glyphosate Flexible post-emergence application means no more waiting for more weeds to emerge before application One application often provides residual control to keep fields weed-free from spike to crop canopy Years of product development shows Halex GT out-yields both one and two applications of glyphosate Excellent crop safety when used according to the label Can be used in a planned two-pass program following an application of a Bicep brand, Dual brand, Princep brand, Lumax EZ, Lexar EZ or Zemax herbicides In a one-pass, post-emergence herbicide program, Halex GT provides the best residual weed control with a single product in glyphosate-tolerant corn Data Results from Trials Conducted Between 2003 and 2008 Percent Control Velvetleaf Halex GT vs. Glyphosate POST-EMERGENCE Broadleaf Weed Control Common ragweed Lambsquarters In trials across the Midwest, one pass of Halex GT performed equal to or better than two passes of Roundup herbicide on all broadleaf weeds tested and provided 7 to 20 percent better control than one pass of Roundup. * Pigweeds * All Broadleaves Halex GT was applied at 3.6 or 4.0 pts/a or as a simulated mixture. Velvetleaf was tested in 38 trials, common ragweed in 14 trials, lambsquarters in 56 trials, pigweeds in 66 trials and All Broadleaves in 250 trials. NIS at 0.25% v/v was added to all Halex GT treatments. Roundup Original MAX, WeatherMAX or PowerMAX was the glyphosate brand used and applied at recommended rates. All treatments included ammonium sulfate (AMS). Halex GT Roundup (two passes) Roundup (one pass) * Waterhemp, redroot pigweed, smooth pigweed, Palmer amaranth 3 Herbicides Weeds Controlled Controls more than 90 broadleaf and grass weeds, including ragweeds, waterhemp, lambsquarters, pigweeds and foxtails Refer to label for full list of weeds controlled. Apply Halex GT at a rate of 3.6 to 4.0 pts/a Add NIS at 1.0 to 2.0 qts/100 gallons of water Add AMS at 8.5 to 17.0 lbs/100 gallons of water Halex GT should be tank-mixed with atrazine when possible to provide an additional mode of action for resistance management Optimum post-emergence application timing is before weeds reach four inches in height Halex GT may be applied to corn up to 30 inches in height or the 8-leaf stage of growth Refer to product labels for complete instructions on use rates and application procedures. Percent Control Halex GT vs. Glyphosate POST-EMERGENCE Grass Control Barnyardgrass Giant Foxtail Green Foxtail All Grasses In grass control trials, one pass of Halex GT performed equal to or better than two passes of Roundup and provided 6 to 17 percent better control than one pass of Roundup. Halex GT was applied at 3.6 or 4.0 pts/a or as a simulated mixture. Barnyardgrass was tested in 11 trials, giant foxtail in 44 trials, green foxtail in 7 trials and All Grasses in 97 trials. NIS at 0.25% v/v was added to all Halex GT treatments. Roundup Original Max, WeatherMAX or PowerMAX was the glyphosate brand used and applied at recommended rates. All treatments included ammonium sulfate (AMS). Halex GT Roundup (two passes) Roundup (one pass)

14 Lexar EZ herbicide is an enhanced formulation that maximizes yield in the Central and Southern Corn Belts. It delivers the same performance and crop safety as market-leading Lexar corn herbicide, but with a formulation designed for easier, more convenient handling. With longer-lasting residual, greater application flexibility and broader-spectrum control than competitive corn herbicides, Lexar EZ can t be beat. Active Ingredients: S-metolachlor, Atrazine, Mesotrione Enhanced formulation Based on the same capsule-suspension formulation technology as Halex GT Reduced separation and improved handling in bulk and mini-bulk tanks Minimizes effects of overwintering and maximizes compatibility with many nitrogen fertilizers and other critical tank-mix partners While the optimum application timing is pre-emergence to prevent early-season weed competition, Lexar EZ offers unmatched application flexibility from 14 days preplant up to 12-inch corn Provides burndown and residual control of the most troublesome broadleaf weeds and grasses Delivers longer-lasting residual control of more broadleaf weed and grasses than competitive herbicides A Resistance Fighter brand, Lexar EZ contains three modes of action to decrease dependence on glyphosate and help manage weed biotypes that are tolerant or resistant to glyphosate, ALS-inhibiting, PPO and triazine herbicides Contains a proven safener, benoxacor, for excellent crop safety at all labeled application timings and in adverse weather conditions Does not require a tank-mix partner to achieve optimum weed control No restrictions for pre or at-planting applications with any insecticides Powered by Callisto Plant Technology Targeted Weeds Barnyardgrass Cocklebur Foxtails Refer to label for full list of weeds controlled. Morningglories Palmer amaranth Ragweeds Labeled rate: qts/a conventional, 2.25 qts/a foundation* Lexar EZ can be used at a foundation rate ( qts/a) in a planned two-pass program followed by Halex GT herbicide in glyphosate-tolerant corn Apply 14 days prior to planting up to 12-inch corn* *Foundation rate followed by glyphosate (Touchdown or Roundup brands), Halex GT or Liberty post application Refer to the label for complete instructions on use rates and application procedures. Sunflowers Waterhemp Data Percent Control Lexar vs. Corvus Giant Foxtail Control 92 Lexar Corvus + Atrazine Treatments applied PRE at rates appropriate for soil type. Lexar: qts/a, Corvus fl oz/a + atrazine lbs/a. In two of the 14 trials, Lexar had 0.5 lb atrazine added. Mid- to late-season weed control assessments (45-72 days after treatment). Percent Control Lexar vs. Corvus Total Grass Control 92 Lexar Corvus + Atrazine Treatments applied PRE at rates appropriate for soil type. Lexar: qts/a, Corvus fl oz/a + atrazine lbs/a. In two trials, Lexar had 0.5 lb/a atrazine added. Mid- to late-season weed control assessments (45-72 days after treatment). 82 Lexar EZ demonstrates the same performance, residual control, application flexibility and crop safety as market-leader Lexar. In fourteen university trials conducted across the Midwest during 2008 and 2009, Lexar provided more effective control of giant foxtail than Corvus herbicide. In fifteen university trials conducted across the Midwest during 2008 and 2009, Lexar provided more effective overall grass control than Corvus.

15 Lumax EZ herbicide maximizes yield in the Central and Northern Corn Belts through longer-lasting residual, greater application flexibility and broader-spectrum control than competitive corn herbicides. While its formulation is enhanced for easier and more convenient handling, its performance and crop safety matches market-leading Lumax corn herbicide, which farmers have come to depend on year after year. Active Ingredients: S-metolachlor, Atrazine, Mesotrione Enhanced formulation Based on the same capsule-suspension formulation technology as Halex GT Reduced separation and improved handling in bulk and mini-bulk tanks Minimizes effects of overwintering and maximizes compatibility with many nitrogen fertilizers and other critical tank-mix partners While the optimum application timing is pre-emergence to prevent early-season weed competition, Lumax EZ offers unmatched application flexibility from 14 days preplant up to 12-inch corn Provides burndown and residual control of the most troublesome broadleaf weeds and grasses Delivers longer-lasting residual control of more broadleaf weed and grasses than competitive herbicides A Resistance Fighter brand, Lumax EZ contains three modes of action to decrease dependence on glyphosate and help manage weed biotypes that are tolerant or resistant to glyphosate, ALSinhibiting, PPO and triazine herbicides Contains a proven safener, benoxacor, for excellent crop safety at all labeled application timings and in adverse weather conditions Does not require a tank-mix partner to achieve optimum weed control No restrictions for pre or at-planting applications with any insecticides Powered by Callisto Plant Technology Targeted Weeds Barnyardgrass Foxtails Horseweed (Marestail) Lambsquarters Palmer amaranth Ragweeds Waterhemp Data Lumax EZ demonstrates the same performance, residual control, application flexibility and crop safety as market-leader Lumax. In a 2008 trial conducted by The Ohio State University, Lumax and Corvus were compared at full rates and foundation rates for giant foxtail control. Lumax provided more effective control of giant foxtail than Corvus. Percent Control Percent Control Lumax vs. Corvus The Ohio State University Comparison of Full Rates on Giant Foxtail (60 Days After Treatment) Lumax 3.0 qts/a Corvus + Atrazine 5.6 oz/a + atrazine 1.5 lbs/a Lumax vs. Corvus The Ohio State University Comparison of Foundation Rates* on Giant Foxtail Lumax 2.25 qts/a Corvus 3.0 oz/a Corvus +Atrazine 3.0 oz/a + atrazine 1.0 lb/a 3 Herbicides Refer to label for full list of weeds controlled. Labeled rate: qts/a conventional, 2 qts/a foundation* Lumax EZ can be used at a foundation rate ( qts/a) in a planned two-pass program followed by Halex GT herbicide in glyphosate-tolerant corn Apply 14 days prior to planting up to 12-inch corn* *Foundation rate followed by glyphosate (Touchdown or Roundup brands), Halex GT or Liberty post application Refer to the label for complete instructions on use rates and application procedures. * Weed control evaluations taken at time of post application. Treatments were followed with post glyphosate applications for full-season weed control.

16 Touchdown Total and Touchdown HiTech glyphosate herbicides from Syngenta deliver unsurpassed weed control and excellent crop safety in glyphosate-tolerant corn. Growers receive assurances such as respray and rainfastness tailoring Touchdown brands to acres with the proven, complementary portfolio of Syngenta seeds, traits, and chemistries, including residual herbicides. When growers use Touchdown brands, they enjoy the flexibility of choosing the best seed, trait and herbicide programs for their acre and the confidence that Syngenta is by their side with service, support and commitment to their success. Touchdown brands are proven safe over the top of glyphosate-tolerant crops. The highly concentrated formulations also make handling, storage and application convenient and efficient. Effective tank-mix partners include Lexar EZ, Lumax EZ, Callisto, Callisto Xtra, Bicep II Magnum, and Dual II Magnum herbicides. Active Ingredient: Glyphosate Touchdown Total herbicide: Environmentally friendly, adjuvant system that increases glyphosate penetration of leaf surfaces Highly concentrated formulation containing 4.17 lb of glyphosate acid equivalent per gallon Assurances, such as respray and rainfastness regardless of seed or seed company selection Proven crop safety over the top of glyphosate-tolerant crops Touchdown HiTech herbicide: Effective burndown and weed control where growers prefer surfactants and other additives customized for their farming operations The most concentrated glyphosate product available packed with 5.0 lb of glyphosate acid equivalent per gallon Demonstrated effectiveness with more than 20 tank-mix partners Zemax herbicide is specially formulated to deliver long-lasting residual weed control and application flexibility in areas where atrazine use is limited. Through its combination of two active ingredients, Zemax provides residual control of the toughest grasses and small-seeded broadleaf weeds. Additionally, Zemax offers application flexibility up to 30-inch corn and a patented capsule-suspension formulation for optimized handling. Active Ingredients: S-metolachlor, Mesotrione Application flexibility from 14 days pre-plant up to 30-inch corn Longer-lasting residual control and greater application flexibility than competitive corn herbicides Designed to minimize effects of overwintering Can be applied in areas where atrazine use is limited or prohibited Contains a proven safener, benoxacor, to ensure crop safety for pre applications even in adverse weather conditions Compatible with many nitrogen (28 to 32 percent) fertilizers and other critical tank-mix partners Targeted Weeds Crabgrass Barnyardgrass Nightshades Foxtails Lambsquarters Palmer amaranth Pigweeds Ragweeds Velvetleaf Full rate qts/a Foundation rate qts/a followed by Halex GT herbicide Foundation rate qts/a followed by glyphosate (Touchdown or Roundup brand herbicides) When possible, add an AAtrex brand herbicide for application up to 12-inch corn Can also be tank-mixed with a Princep brand herbicide for pre-emergence application Refer to the label for complete instructions on use rates and application procedures Targeted Weeds Effectively knocks down more than 170 annual and perennial, broadleaf weeds and grasses Refer to labels for full list of weeds controlled. The popular use rate for Touchdown Total herbicide is 1.5 pts/a (24 fl oz/a) The popular use rate for Touchdown HiTech herbicide is 1.25 pts/a (20 fl oz/a) Touchdown HiTech requires the addition of a non-ionic surfactant Rates will vary based on weed species and height at the time of application Refer to the labels for complete instructions on use rates and application procedures.

17 Bare Ground Demo Plots, Bryon, MN Additional Corn Herbicides in the Syngenta Portfolio Herbicide Active Ingredient Weeds Controlled Zemax 2.4 qts/a SureStart/TripleFLEX 1.75 pts/a Verdict 18.0 oz/a All treatments sprayed pre-emergence on May 11, Weed species present: giant foxtail, common lambsquarters, redroot pigweed and velvetleaf. Photos taken seven weeks after application. Expert Atrazine, S-metolachlor, glyphosate Season-long, early post-emergence option for overthe-top applications in glyphosate-tolerant corn Excellent choice for all-in-one burndown with residual control in conventional corn Residual control of many key weeds Can be combined with liquid fertilizer for one-pass weed-and-feed applications Offers three modes of action in an easy-to-use premix Ideal for no-till, conservation tillage or eco-fallow weed control programs Excellent crop safety in all weather conditions Down-to-the roots burndown of more than 170 weeds, plus extended residual control 3 Bare Ground Demo Plots, Lamartine, WI PRE: Zemax 1.8 qts/a PRE: SureStart/ TripleFLEX 2.0 pts/a Foundation rates used. Photos taken days after treatment PRE: Verdict 17.0 oz/a Gramoxone SL 2.0 Paraquat dichloride Broad-spectrum control and proven efficacy on difficult-to-control weeds Fast-acting results in as little as 48 hours Excellent rotational partner to help preserve glyphosate efficacy and reduce the likelihood of resistance Provides effective control even in adverse weather conditions Rainfast upon drying for reliable control Protects crop integrity by not causing damage through root uptake Tank-mix flexibility adds versatility to weed management programs At harvest, Gramoxone SL can be used alone or with a tank-mix partner for rapid desiccation and greater harvest efficiency Most annual grasses and broadleaf weeds, including the ones glyphosate leaves behind Herbicides Bare Ground Demo Plots, Bryon, MN Princep 4L (liquid formulation) Princep Caliber 90 (granular formulation) Simazine Broad-spectrum, long-lasting grass and broadleaf weed control Excellent crop tolerance Tank-mix flexibility May be fall-applied for control of winter annuals and followed by a post-emergence application of Halex GT Controls more than 40 broadleaf and grass weeds including fall panicum, crabgrass and pigweed PRE: Zemax 2.4 qts/a + Princep herbicide 3 / 4 lb/a PRE: SureStart/ TripleFLEX 3.0 pts/a + 2 / 3 lb/a PRE: Verdict 17.0 oz/a + G-Max Lite herbicide Sequence Glyphosate, S-metolachlor Dual-action herbicide labeled for use in glyphosatetolerant corn Convenient premix formulation offers growers effective contact plus residual weed control Controls more than 170 weeds, including barnyardgrass, Bristly starbur, carpetweed, crabgrass, Johnsongrass (seedling), lambsquarters (common), pigweed, nutsedge (purple), and nutsedge (yellow) Refer to the labels for complete instructions on use rates and application procedures. *Sequence is not labeled for corn in all states, please check label for specific states. Refer to labels for full list of weeds controlled as well as complete instructions on use rates and application procedures.

18 Biocontrol Agent Afla-Guard, a naturally occurring biocontrol agent, gives corn growers the upper hand in the battle against aflatoxin. The first EPA registered product for reducing aflatoxins in corn, Afla-Guard protects corn fields from harmful aflatoxin. Afla-Guard is delivered on a hulled barley carrier that is coated with a non-toxigenic strain of Aspergillus flavus. Once activated by moisture, Afla-Guard produces a multitude of spores on the barley surface that spread throughout the field by wind and insects, allowing the beneficial fungus to outcompete and displace dangerous aflatoxin-producing strains. Afla-Guard reduces aflatoxin contamination levels to protect the marketability and value of your corn crop. Active Ingredients: Non-toxigenic strain of Aspergillus flavus Early, preventive application (as early as 10-leaf stage or V10) minimizes contamination in the field for maximum results Significantly reduces aflatoxin levels, which protects the marketability of the corn crop Reduces the worry of dockage or load rejection at the elevator Protects the value of your corn crop Extensively tested and validated independently Corn Pests Controlled Aflatoxin Ground and aerial application Application window: V10 - Silking Labeled Rate: 10 lbs per acre* A. flavus *Under environmental conditions that promote severe aflatoxin levels, or when historically high levels of aflatoxin have occurred in the past, use the 20 lbs/acre rate Refer to the product labels for complete instructions on use rates and application procedures. Data Effect of Afla-Guard on Corn Aflatoxin Levels Aflatoxin (PPB) Reduction 94% 92% 90% 88% 86% 84% 82% 80% 2007 (16) 2008 (34) 2009 (9) Year 2010 (122) % Reduction 2011 (55) Across a five-year span, Afla-Guard has consistently reduced the amounts of aflatoxin (PPB) each year, as seen on the chart above. The number in parentheses represents the number of Syngenta commercial test locations.

19 Quadris fungicide applied early (V4-V8) positions corn for maximum yield at a critical growth stage through longer-lasting preventive disease control, better stress response and increased Plant Performance. Earlyseason applications of Quadris allow Plant Performance benefits to begin working to maximize yield while the corn leaf and ear shoots are being determined at the early vegetative stages. In addition, the xylem mobility of Quadris delivers uniform protection throughout the plant, protecting even new plant growth. of Early Quadris Applications Uniformly delivers broad-spectrum preventive disease control throughout the plant, even to new plant growth through systemic xylem mobility Improves the plant s response to stress Plant Performance benefits are realized from the start, helping maximize yield Plants stay greener longer, allowing them to take full advantage of the sun s energy through photosynthesis, and thus better reach their full genetic yield potential Increased water use efficiency boosts plants ability to tolerate periods of dry weather Ears grow bigger and extended grain fill quickly adds up to significant yield boosts Stronger stalks result in less lodging for an easier, more profitable harvest and less potential for stalk breakage or ear fall that results in volunteer corn the following season Diseases controlled by Quadris Rust Anthracnose leaf blight Gray leaf spot Refer to labels for full list of weeds controlled. Northern corn leaf blight Northern corn leaf spot Southern corn leaf blight Eye spot Syngenta recommends an application of Quadris fungicide at 6.0 oz/a applied during the early vegetative growth stages (V4-V8). This application may be followed by Quilt Xcel fungicide at 10.5 oz/a at the R1 growth stage See label for full disease list, detailed rates and application timings. Yield Increases with Quadris Applied Early Bushels/Acre In the trial above, an early application (V4-V8) of Quadris outyielded the untreated check by an average 6 bu/a. Data was taken from 166 comparisons. Quadris Fungicide for Clear Results Early Applications Resulted in Average Yield Increase of 6 bu/a* 166 comparisons ordered by yield increase over untreated 4 Fungicides Byron, NE Courtesy of CPS, Garden City, KS Monroe City, MO Headline at 3.0 oz Untreated Quadris at 6.0 oz Quadris Untreated Quadris Untreated In the photo above, the corn is at the R1 growth stage. The fungicides were applied at V5. The Quadris-treated leaf is greener in color and the leaf looks healthier. In the photo above, the Quadris-treated corn ears are larger in size compared to the untreated ears. In the photo above, the Quadris-treated corn stalk is in healthier condition compared to the untreated stalk.

20 Quilt Xcel fungicide provides both curative and longer-lasting preventive disease control, and Plant Performance benefits to maximize yield. Quilt Xcel prevents the development of new disease and stops the further spread of existing disease, while improving yields through greener plants, more plant growth, improved stalk quality, bigger ears, more kernels around and complete ear fill. of Quilt Xcel Delivers broad-spectrum control of yield-robbing diseases in corn, with curative and preventive disease control that offers longer-lasting residual Systemic xylem mobility delivers uniform protection throughout the plant, even to new growth Provides built-in resistance management with two different modes of action Optimizes Plant Performance activity for increased yield and quality Plants stay greener longer, allowing them to take full advantage of the sun s energy through photosynthesis, and thus better reach their full genetic yield potential Increased water use efficiency boosts plants ability to tolerate periods of dry weather Ears grow bigger and extended grain fill quickly adds up to significant yield boosts Stronger stalks that result in less lodging for an easier, more profitable harvest and less potential for stalk breakage or ear fall that results in volunteer corn the following season Corn Diseases Controlled Anthracnose leaf blight Gray leaf spot Eye spot Northern corn leaf blight Northern corn leaf spot Southern corn leaf blight Quilt Xcel can be applied: At early (V4-V8) growth stages for preventive and curative early season disease control, early activation of Plant Performance benefits, yield boosts averaging 6 bu/a and the convenience of ground rig application and tankmixing options Around the R1 growth stage for preventive and curative disease control, Plant Performance benefits and yield boosts averaging bu/a See label for full disease list, detailed rates and application timings. Rusts Helminthosporium leaf blights Big Yield Boosts with Quilt Xcel Bushels/Acre R1 Applications Resulted in Average Yield Increase of 16 bu/a 150 comparisons ordered by yield increase over untreated Source: 2010 Syngenta on-farm large plot trials In the trial above, an application of Quilt Xcel (10.5 oz/a) at R1 outyielded the untreated check by an average 16 bu/a. Data was taken from 150 comparisons throughout the Corn Belt.

21 Quilt Xcel also helps to improve stalk quality for an easier harvest. Trials have demonstrated that fields treated with Quilt Xcel experience an average 1.7 mph increase in harvest speed, which leads to approximately $10/A savings in harvest costs, before factoring in labor cost savings. 4 Quilt Xcel Untreated Quilt Xcel (10.5 oz/acre) with NIS was applied aerially at the R2 growth stage. This was irrigated corn and the primary disease in this field was Southern corn rust. Fungicides Quilt Xcel Untreated Corn treated with Quilt Xcel (10.5 oz/a) at R1 (left) had larger ears and extended grain fill compared to untreated corn (right).

22 Warrior II with Zeon Technology insecticide delivers the combination of consistently reliable performance, modern formulation technology, and long residual insect protection for corn. Zeon Technology, a patented quick-release, microencapsulated formulation, with a powerful UV blocker, ensures fast knockdown and residual control of the most damaging insects. Active Ingredient: Lambda-cyhalothrin Higher load formulation for excellent control of troublesome insects, such as corn earworm, Japanese beetle, corn rootworm beetles and Western bean cutworm Proven broad-spectrum control Utilizes Zeon Technology, a patented encapsulation process, for improved insecticidal activity Rainfast in one hour or less with UV protection for long-lasting residual control Quick-release capsule provides fast knockdown Insects Controlled Corn Rootworm, Adult Beetle (Mexican, Northern, Southern, Western varieties) Labeled rate: fl oz/a Cutworm species Japanese beetle (Adult) Corn earworm See label for full insect list, detailed rates and application timings. Seedcorn Beetle Lesser Cornstalk Borer Grasshopper species Force CS insecticide is a soil-applied corn insecticide that offers high-level control of corn rootworm and other earlyseason insects with the convenience of a liquid. It can be applied over the top of CRW-traited acres, on refuge acres, or on full-field conventional acres. Force CS is applied through the John Deere Central Insecticide System or the Raven application system. Available from authorized equipment dealers, these closed-package systems reduce product handling and exposure. Active Ingredient: Tefluthrin Top-rated control of corn rootworm and other early-season pests Delivers high performance insect control even in heavy pressure areas Works by contact or through ingestion to control insects better than any other soil-applied insecticide Proven performance for enhanced yield when applied over CRW-traited acres Unsurpassed flexibility with no adverse herbicide interactions 23-pound boxes are easier to lift and load compared to 50-pound bags of granular insecticides Saves time load the insecticide cabinets in less than 15 minutes Packaging design limits exposure to product Can be applied at an economical low use rate Treats more acres with less product Application systems offer simple, closed-system calibration Great partner for refuge acre management Insects Controlled Corn Rootworm (Mexican, Northern, Southern, and Western varieties) Cutworm Lesser corn stalk borer Seedcorn beetle Seedcorn maggot White grub Wireworm Labeled rate: fl oz/1000 ft of row or fl oz/a (in 30-inch rows) applied through direct injection Follow John Deere and Raven recommendations for spray preparation and calibration to deliver the recommended Force CS insecticide rates See label for full insect list, detailed rates and directions for different soil types and application timings.

23 Force Brands on Rootworm-traited Corn Acres Force 3G insecticide is the most effective and consistent granular soil-applied corn insecticide available. It offers growers a unique class of chemistry, application flexibility and a low use rate. Force 3G provides proven control of corn rootworms, wireworms, cutworms, white grubs and other troublesome pests, leading to fully-developed roots, stronger stands and improved yields. It can be applied to full-field conventional acres, refuge acres or over the top of CRW-traited corn acres. Active Ingredient: Tefluthrin Force + CRW trait CRW trait alone For years, growers have trusted Force insecticides to control insects in their conventional and refuge corn acres. In recent years, growers across the Midwest have also seen yield advantages from using Force 3G or Force CS insecticides over their rootworm-traited corn hybrids. Force over corn rootworm trait applications give growers an additional mode of action for corn rootworm control and help fight pressures from early-season pests such as white grub, wireworms, and cutworms that the trait alone may not control, giving them the added protection they need for a stronger stand, easier harvest and maximum yield. 5 Top-rated control of corn rootworm and other early-season pests Delivers high performance insect control even in heavy pressure zones Works by contact or through ingestion to control insects better than any other soilapplied insecticide Proven performance for enhanced yield when applied over CRW-traited acres Unsurpassed flexibility with no adverse herbicide interactions Can be applied at an economical low use rate Treats more acres with less product Great partner for refuge acre management Insects Controlled Corn Rootworm (Mexican, Northern, Southern, and Western varieties) Cutworm Lesser corn stalk borer Seedcorn beetle Seedcorn maggot White grub Wireworm Results show: Rootworm-traited corn acres treated with Force showed an average yield increase of bu/a An application of Force on rootwormtraited corn generated a positive return on investment (ROI) in 70 percent of trials A positive ROI was gained with a yield increase of slightly more than 4 bu/a based on a $5/bu corn price Force on trait applications demonstrated consistent yield increases across all rootworm traits utilized, including Yieldgard Rootworm, Herculex RW and Agrisure RW Yield Difference (bu/a) Break $5.00/bu Force insecticide on RW trait strip trial results Syngenta, (various RW triats utilized) Force on Trait Trials NE, IL, MN, IA, OH, WI, IN, MI (326 trials) Bushel Average Increase 70% of the trials Economic return at $5/bu corn Insecticides Labeled rate: oz/1000 ft of row or lbs/a (in 30-inch rows) applied banded, t-banded or in-furrow See label for full insect list, detailed rates and directions for different soil types and application timings. Would I benefit from applying Force to my rootworm-traited corn? Answering yes to one or more of the following questions may indicate a treatment of Force insecticide in addition to a rootworm trait will be beneficial. Do you plant early? Do you plant corn on corn? Is there heavy corn rootworm pressure? Are other early-season pests a concern? Cutworm Grape colaspis Wireworms White grubs Is there potential for early-season weed competition? Pest population growth accelerates in early weed cover Are you in an area where corn rootworm resistance to Bt is suspected? Do you need to manage insects with multiple modes of action?