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Q&A with Kevin Eblen
Delta & Pine Land Business Lead for Monsanto
Why is Monsanto purchasing Delta and Pine Land Company?
"We have great capabilities around technology, particularly in biotechnology
and breeding, and the chance to combine that with the cotton expertise and genetic
pool that Delta and Pine Land has is very exciting to us as we look to the future."
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How will the US cotton grower benefit?
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Explain how this acquisition shows Monsanto's commitment to the cotton
industry.
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How can this help US growers be more competitive in the global market?
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Tell us about the drought relief program.
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How about the issue of only launching new traits in countries where
Monsanto can be compensated for use of its technology?
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How can this acquisition help deliver the next generation of trait
technologies faster for producers to help them be more competitive?
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How will this acquisition affect D&PL growers this planting season?
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How will D&PL operate as part of Monsanto?
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Explain the issue of technology pricing and what Monsanto is doing
to address that concern.
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How does Monsanto reinvest in terms of further R&D for new traits
and technology?
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