Friday April 17 Ag News

Preseason Field Check of Planting Equipment
Paul Jasa, UNL Extension Engineer

Before starting to plant, take time to check on how well your planter will perform in the field. As with any piece of equipment, the operator's manual is the starting point for the initial settings and adjustments. Recommendations and trouble-shooting tips are in the manual and also available from others who own and operate similar equipment.

To check your planter in your conditions, take it to the field without any seed in it and make adjustments to improve its performance.  By doing this check before planting, you can save valuable time in the field.

    Level the planter in the field, making sure that the toolbar is at the proper height and leveled front-to-rear, perhaps even slightly "tail" down. This allows for the full range of movement of the parallel links on the row units, helps keep the planter on the row, and aids in seed-to-soil contact. If the toolbar is too high, the downpressure springs are ineffective. If the toolbar is too low, you may break downpressure springs by over extending them.
    
    Make sure that the planter carrying wheels are exactly centered between the rows and that they are carrying some weight while setting the toolbar height. This is especially important for producers using the ridge-plant system to help keep the planter on top of the ridge.  Remember that the toolbar height will change by the height of the ridges and needs to be reset as the carrying wheels settle into the furrow.
    
    Once the planter is leveled, try blind planting with no seed in the boxes or other products on the planter (everything empty). Stop with the planting units in the ground and check to see if the depth gauge wheels are in firm contact with the soil surface. If they are not, tighten the downpressure springs (or increase the air pressure on the airbags, if so equipped) and try planting again. If you cannot tighten the springs, you may have to add extra springs or add weight directly to the row unit to get the gauge wheels in firm contact with the soil. If you cannot turn the depth gauge wheels slightly, especially on wetter soils, you may have to reduce the downpressure to avoid over-compacting the soil next to the seed-vee.
    
    Check to see if you can slip the seeding mechanism drive wheels as the downpressure springs will be lifting the toolbar. You may have to add weight to the planter frame for the springs or airbags to work against and to keep the drive wheels firmly on the ground to reduce slip. Don't loosen the springs to get the drive wheels back in contact with the soil as penetration to seeding depth is necessary. Extra weight will be needed for dry soils or heavy residue and on planters with inter-plant units.
    
    Place a small amount of seed into a couple of seed boxes and plant a short distance. Check seeding depth, seed-to-soil contact, seeding depth uniformity, and seed spacing uniformity. Evaluate seed-vee closing and check to make sure you're not over compacting the seed zone or packing below the seeding depth.

Make the necessary adjustments or add the required equipment to improve planter performance and check the planter again. Even though a preseason planter check was made, all of these items should be rechecked when actual planting begins and as conditions change during the planting season.



DON’T RELAX YET
Bruce Anderson, UNL Extension Forage Specialist

               You probably received some precipitation last week or over the weekend.  As it warms up, grass will turn green and grow.  So, are we back to normal?  I’m not so sure.

               Recent rains certainly were welcome.  Nearly everyone now should have enough moisture for pastures and hay fields to green up and begin growing as temperatures increase.

               Don’t be fooled, however.  Very few areas have completely refilled their soil profile with moisture.

               Even if you do receive average moisture during the next few months, pasture and hay production still could be less than normal.  Most years we begin the growing season with quite a bit of moisture stored in the soil profile, moisture that accumulated during the previous fall and winter.  That did not happen this year so you probably need several inches of rain just to get back to where your soil moisture level normally begins.

               You also might have a problem with the health and vigor of your pasture and hay plants.  The plants in many pastures and rangelands last year experienced quite a bit of stress – stress due to dry weather, hot temperatures, and in many cases, over use.  These plants will not be as thrifty this spring; some may have even died.  These plants likely will grow more slowly this spring and have difficulty regrowing rapidly as rapidly as we would like after grazing or cutting.  As a result, yields or carrying capacity could be lower than average.

               What this all means is that you still need to manage your pastures and haylands for drought conditions.  Graze conservatively.  Don’t graze too early or too short. It could take a full year or more of average precipitation to recover from last year’s stresses.



Study Initiated on Using Cover Crops in Corn and Soybean Systems
Chris Proctor, Roger Elmore, Humberto Blanco, Chuck Francis, Charles Shapiro, Richard Ferguson, Tim Shaver, all in the UNL Department of Agronomy and Horticulture

Cover crops have been described as the "newest old concept" in farming. While this addition is not an entirely new idea, the number of farmers integrating cover crops into their cropping systems continues to increase.

Some of the reasons farmers incorporate cover crops into their systems are to increase soil organic matter, reduce soil erosion, alleviate soil compaction, improve weed control, and provide a nitrogen source. While all these results are possible, realizing such benefits can be challenging. The added labor and cost, potential for nitrogen tie-up, and depletion of water needed for the cash crop are a few of the potential cover crop pitfalls.

Researchers at UNL are working on a new study funded by the Nebraska Corn Board and Nebraska Soybean Board to investigate the effects of integrating cover crops into soybean and corn cropping systems. The team working on the project includes researchers in Lincoln, Concord, Clay Center, and North Platte with expertise in cropping systems, soil fertility, soil physics, weed science, agroecology, and ag economics.

One of the group's primary objectives is to determine how cover crops could affect corn and soybean yields under a range of cropping and weather conditions.

The study is being conducted at two rain-fed (Mead and Concord) and two irrigated (Clay Center and Brule) sites. Three crop rotations (corn following corn, corn following soybean, and soybean following corn), two seeding dates (corn at R5-dent and post-harvest), and five cover crop treatments are being tested (Table 1). For fall 2014, the R5 planting was broadcast mid-September and the post-harvest planting was drilled about one month later in mid-October. The cover crops surviving the winter will be terminated two weeks prior to corn planting this spring.

To determine the effect of cover crops on corn and soybean cropping systems, and especially how grain yields are impacted, soil moisture monitoring, cover crop biomass production and nutrient sequestration, and corn and soybean development will be measured. In addition, a number of soil chemical, physical, and biological properties will be measured to study the potential benefit cover crops have over three years. This includes both yields and economic pay-offs.

While we are still early in the study, our plans to communicate findings are underway. Please follow CropWatch for field day announcements. We will also present annual updates at UNL Crop Production Clinics.



Ricketts Announces 2015 Nebraska Leopold Conservation Award Recipient Award recognizes landowners for outstanding stewardship

Today, Governor Pete Ricketts joined Sand County Foundation, the Nebraska Cattlemen, Cargill and Nebraska Environmental Trust to announce Shaw Family Farms as the recipient of the 2015 Nebraska Leopold Conservation Award®.  The annual award honors Nebraska landowner achievement in voluntary stewardship and management of natural resources.

Shaw Family Farms is a fifth generation row-crop and cattle operation owned and managed by Steve and Vicki Shaw, and their son and daughter-in-law Brian and Julie Shaw. Located in the heart of the Rainwater Basin in south-central Nebraska, their farm management philosophy is rooted in the land ethic passed down through generations.

As the Shaws began grazing public lands, they saw opportunity in integrating wetlands and grasslands into their farm, and decided to purchase a restored wetland and grassland tract. New relationships with public land manager taught the Shaws about the benefits of wildlife management, and in turn, they taught their partners about farm management. The success of grazing wetlands led them to restore their wetlands to irrigated grassland. This land is now used for grazing, but it also serves as a crucial habitat in the annual migration corridor for an estimated 8.6 million waterfowl and 300,000 shorebirds.

"The farmers and ranchers who make up Nebraska's remarkable production agriculture industry are the original conservationists. They not only feed the world, but care for our natural resources,” said Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts. “The Shaw family is a wonderful example of how conservation and agriculture go hand in hand."

The Leopold Conservation Award is presented in honor of renowned conservationist and author Aldo Leopold, who called for an ethical relationship between people and the land they own and manage. Award applicants are judged based on their demonstration of improved resource conditions, innovation, long-term commitment to stewardship, sustained economic viability, community and civic leadership, and multiple use benefits.

The $10,000 award, and a crystal depicting Aldo Leopold, will be presented to the Shaws at the Nebraska Cattlemen’s Annual Convention December 2-5 in Kearney.

“We celebrate the Shaws for the work they have done in partnership with others to improve the health of their land and their farm,” said Brent Haglund, President, Sand County Foundation.

“All of us in agriculture look at the land and decide how to best use the resource to produce products we need to survive. If the land is to provide for our generation, and for generations to come, we need to treat it with care. Nebraska agricultural producers do that very well. The Shaw family is a fantastic example,” said Homer Buell of Nebraska Cattlemen.

"Cargill values the work being done by farmers and ranchers across Nebraska that focuses on environmental stewardship. The Shaws’ management practices are a great example of how production agriculture can benefit wildlife habitat,” said Jarrod Gillig, General Manager of Cargill in Schuyler Nebraska.

The Leopold Conservation Award in Nebraska is possible thanks to generous contributions from many organizations, including: Cargill, Farm Credit Services of America, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Nebraska Cattlemen, Nebraska Cattlemen Research & Education Foundation, Nebraska Department of Agriculture, Nebraska Environmental Trust, Nebraska Game & Parks Commission, Rainwater Basin Joint Venture, Sandhills Task Force, Tri-State Generation & Transmission Assoc., World Wildlife Fund, DuPont Pioneer, The Mosaic Company and The Lynde and Harry Bradley Foundation.



Analysis of State Report Shows E15 Could Save Iowans $50 Million Per Year

In an analysis of a recent Iowa Department of Revenue motor fuel report, the Iowa Renewable Fuels Association (IRFA) today revealed that if E15 was widely available Iowa drivers could save more than $50 million per year in fuel costs by taking advantage of the lower-cost, cleaner-burning fuel.

       In its annual report on retail fuel sales, Iowa Department of Revenue data shows Iowa motorists purchased more than 1.2 billion gallons of E10. E15 is approved for use in model year 2001 and newer passenger vehicles and flex-fuel vehicles (FFVs), representing more than 80 percent of the fuel consumed in the U.S. On average, E15 is typically sold at a 5-cent discount to E10 in Iowa.

An IRFA analysis found that even with abnormally low petroleum prices:
-    If only 20 percent of Iowa motorists used E15, Iowans could save $12.7 million per year
-    If a modest 50 percent of Iowa motorists used E15, Iowans could save $31.7 million per year.
-    If 80 percent of Iowa motorists used E15, Iowans would save $50.7 million per year.

        “The economics are simple: the more Iowa motorists that have access to and are able to take advantage of low-cost E15, the more money consumers save,” stated IRFA Executive Director Monte Shaw. “Price is a big motivator when it comes to buying fuel, and cleaner-burning E15 is consistently priced at a discount to E10. If motorists across the state were able to utilize this safe, economical fuel, Iowa drivers would literally save millions of dollars of their hard-earned money, enabling them to spend it elsewhere in the state.”

       More than 100 million miles have successfully been driven on E15, a blend of 15 percent ethanol and 85 percent gasoline now available at 31 locations in Iowa. E15 is approved by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for use in all 2001 and newer passenger vehicles, as well as flex-fuel vehicles (FFVs).  IRFA works with retailers to ensure they comply with all federal and state E15 regulations.



Biodiesel Use Continues to Grow in Iowa
 In its annual report on retail fuel sales, Iowa Department of Revenue data shows significant growth in biodiesel use in Iowa during 2014.  The increase in biodiesel sales during a year when the federal biodiesel tax credit had expired and the federal Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) was left in limbo, demonstrates the importance of Iowa’s state-level biodiesel policies.

        The department’s 2014 Retailers Motor Fuel Gallons Annual Report showed that biodiesel sales (B100) increased by more than 15 percent over 2013 to an all-time-high of 33.3 million gallons. In turn, biodiesel now accounts for 4.6 percent of Iowa’s total diesel supply, up slightly from 2013. Additionally, biodiesel is blended into almost 50 percent of all diesel sold, with an average blend level that climbed to 9.4 percent.  The increased average blend level is largely due to a sizeable shift amongst retailers from B10 (10 percent biodiesel) in 2013 to B20 (20 percent biodiesel) in 2014.

       “In the face of severe federal policy uncertainty, Iowa’s retailers and diesel users remained committed to cleaner-burning biodiesel in 2014,” stated Iowa Renewable Fuels Association (IRFA) Executive Director Monte Shaw. “With the expiration of the federal biodiesel tax credit and uncertainty over the RFS, the increases in biodiesel sales and blending rates demonstrates the effectiveness of Iowa’s forward-thinking state policies. Policy makers in Iowa have wisely decided that cracking the petroleum monopoly cannot be left to federal policies alone – too much is at stake for Iowa’s economy and consumers.  If the feds can reinstate the blenders’ tax credit and reenergize the RFS, Iowa will no doubt see even bigger gains in replacing foreign oil with homegrown biodiesel.”

        Iowa provides a tax credit to retailers selling B5 and higher blends.  On July 1, 2015, Iowans buying B11 and higher blends will pay 3 cents per gallon less in state fuel taxes.

        Biodiesel is made from a wide range of feedstocks, including soybean oil, animal fats, distillers corn oil, and used cooking oil. Iowa produced 227 million gallons of biodiesel in 2014, roughly 16 percent of U.S. biodiesel production for the year. According to the EPA, biodiesel reduces greenhouse gas emissions by 57 percent to 86 percent compared with petroleum diesel.

        Iowa is the nation’s leader in renewable fuels production. Iowa has 12 biodiesel facilities with the capacity to produce nearly 315 million gallons annually. In addition, Iowa has 43 ethanol refineries capable of producing more than 3.8 billion gallons annually, including 22 million gallons of annual cellulosic ethanol production capacity and one cellulosic ethanol facility currently under construction.



Midwest Dairy Rewards Iowa Student Efforts to Eat Healthy and Get Active

On April 21, 2015, Iowa State University’s Jack Trice Stadium will be filled with students and teachers from across Iowa as they gather for a nutrition and NFL-themed reward summit and celebrate a century of dairy farmers’ commitment to supporting health and wellness.

An invitation-only event in association with the National Dairy Council, Midwest Dairy Council and the NFL in collaboration with the United States Department of Agriculture, the annual event rewards students for their efforts and achievements with Fuel Up to Play 60. The program encourages students to make healthier choices and commit to at least 60 minutes of physical activity each day.

Among the special guests that will be in attendance are Iowa Dairy Princesses and ISU/NFL Alumni player JJ Moses.  More than 125 elementary and middle school students participate in football drills on the field with Moses.  They will also rotate between stations including:
o   Healthy eating activities
o   A Day in the Life on a Dairy Farm skit presentations
o   Celebrate Dairy/Thank a Dairy Farmer activities
o   Lunch, with special milk toast to the 100th anniversary of the National Dairy Council

Schools attending:
Northview Middle School, Ankeny
Prairie Ridge Middle School, Ankeny
Southview Middle School, Ankeny
Nixon Elementary School, Cedar Rapids
Brubaker Elementary School, Des Moines
Callanan Middle School, Des Moines
Edmunds Elementary School, Des Moines
Howe Elementary School, Des Moines
Merrill Middle School, Des Moines
Audubon Elementary School, Dubuque
Bryant Elementary School, Dubuque
George Washington Middle School, Dubuque
Table Mound Elementary School, Dubuque
 Bohumil Shimek Elementary School, Iowa City
Buford Garner Elementary School, Iowa City
Ernest Horn Elementary School, Iowa City
Grant Wood Elementary School, Iowa City
Horace Mann Elementary School, Iowa City
James Van Allen Elementary School, Iowa City
Lincoln Elementary School, Iowa City
North Central Jr High School, Iowa City
Northwest Jr High School, Iowa City
Penn Elementary School, Iowa City
Southeast Jr High School, Iowa City
Waverly-Shell Rock Middle School, Waverly-Shell Rock

At the event, participants will also help celebrate Iowa dairy farmers’ 100-year commitment to the health and well-being of America’s children and adults. Dairy farmers created the National Dairy Council in 1915 to provide nutrition research and education. Over the past century, the organization has continued to take a leading role in community and school health and wellness by creating and supporting important programs such as Fuel Up to Play 60.



Employee Management and Grain MarketingTraining for Farm Women

One in three Iowa farmers are women, owning nearly half of all Iowa agricultural land, according to the United States Department of Agriculture’s 2012 Census of Agriculture and the Farmland Ownership and Tenure in Iowa–2012 report. Madeline Schultz, coordinator of women's agriculture education with ISU Extension and Outreach said that is why new courses have been developed specifically for women. The ISU Extension and Outreach courses provide practical information for managing human resources and grain marketing risks on family farms.
   
“Iowa women are at the heart of family farms and have significant ownership, management and employment in their operations,” said Schultz. “Post-planting season is the perfect time for Iowa farm women to get together and learn more about these complex aspects of farm business.”
Extension courses for women in agriculture

Heartbeat of the Farm: Human Resource Management is a new four-session course. Farm women are often called upon to care for the human resources side of the business, whether recruiting and motivating family and non-family employees or taking steps to avoid hearing loss and keeping everyone healthy. Instructors will help women develop effective strategies to manage these human resources: employee supply, hiring, management and retention; tax and labor laws; interpersonal communications; and health, stress and well-being.

Heartbeat of the Farm: Human Resource Management
    Carroll - Carroll County Extension Office, 1205 West U.S. Hwy. 30, Ste. G,  Tuesday classes on May 5, 12, 19 and 26, from 6 – 9 p.m. A light meal is served at 5:30 p.m. The cost is $75.

    Grinnell - Drake Community Library, 903 Park St., Monday classes on June 1, 8, 15 and 22 from 6 – 9 p.m. A light meal is served at 5:30 p.m. The cost is $75.

The Women Marketing Grain course is being offered in central Iowa as more women are taking up the challenges of marketing grain. The goal of this program is to improve the participants’ price risk management skills through knowledge of marketing principles and risk management tools. Participants will learn about grain marketing from ISU Extension and Outreach specialists as well as local experts from agricultural businesses. Course participants will also engage in hands-on activities and discussion to help them develop a grain marketing plan.

Women Marketing Grain course
    West Des Moines - DMACC West Campus, 5959 Grand Ave, Thursday classes on June 4, 11 and 18 from 6:30 9:30 p.m. A light meal is served at 6 p.m. The cost is $50.

Advanced registration required
Registration for Women Marketing Grain and Heartbeat of the Farm: Human Resource Management Enrollment can be made online at www.aep.iastate.edu/annie/. The $75 registration fee covers a light meal, class materials and professional development. Advance registration is required to attend.

A current listing of educational opportunities for women in agriculture is available at www.aep.iastate.edu/annie/. The listing is updated as new courses are added.



Engaging Chefs with Beef Cuts, Culinary and Creativity

At the beginning of April, the beef checkoff hosted a dynamic group of chefs and center-of-the-plate specialists from Performance Foodservice for a one-of-a-kind beef culinary immersion in Charleston, SC. As one of the nation’s leading foodservice distributors, the Performance Foodservice chefs maintain relationships with and influence menus of thousands of independent and national chain restaurants. The day-and-a-half culinary tour of Charleston included visiting some of the most influential restaurants across the city and visiting with the chefs behind those restaurants to gain insight and inspiration for beef on the menu.

To further their culinary inspiration, the chefs observed Bridget Wasser, executive director, meat science technology, cut the Chuck Roll and Top Sirloin to demonstrate some of the underutilized cuts from the carcass. After a series of creative brainstorming to encourage additional beef menu applications, the chefs spent time in the kitchen producing new beef appetizer and entr e concepts that they shared with the entire group. Ethnic-inspired and citrus flavors dominated the creative results that ranged from steak pinwheels to new steak applications.

“Performance Foodservice’s commitment to our premium beef program is an important part of our business as we work with our restaurant customers across the country,” said John Eccleston, senior director, brand development for Performance Foodservice. “Our relationship with the beef checkoff provides Performance Foodservice with the resources and know-how for us to engage with our own customers to provide value beyond price. The time that our chefs and center-of-the-plate team spent together in Charleston was invaluable for us to look at new ways that beef can continue to be a mainstay with our customers.”

Initial feedback from the immersion experience generated a unanimous rating of “Excellent” from all attendees and how they plan to utilize their learnings to expand beef options with their customers.



Titan Machinery Reports Lower Income in 2014

Titan Machinery Inc. reported final financial results for the fiscal fourth quarter and full year ended January 31, 2015.

Revenue was $1.90 billion for fiscal 2015, compared to $2.23 billion for the prior year. Gross profit margin was 16.2% for fiscal 2015, compared to 15.6% for the prior year. The Company generated $47.6 million in adjusted EBITDA in fiscal 2015, compared to $72.0 million in fiscal 2014.

Pre-tax loss was $38.3 million for fiscal 2015, compared to pre-tax income of $18.4 million for the prior year. Excluding certain non-GAAP adjustments, adjusted pre-tax income was $2.3 million for fiscal 2015, compared to $28.4 million for the prior year.

Net loss attributable to common stockholders for fiscal 2015 was $31.6 million, or $1.51 per diluted share, compared to net income attributable to common stockholders of $8.7 million, or $0.41 per diluted share, for the prior year.

Excluding non-GAAP items, adjusted net loss attributable to common stockholders for fiscal 2015 was $1.9 million, or $0.09 per diluted share, compared to adjusted net income attributable to common stockholders of $16.5 million, or $0.78 per diluted share, for the prior year.



Syngenta First quarter 2015: Sales $4.0 Billion

Group sales of $4.0 billion including Lawn and Garden were unchanged at constant exchange rates compared with the first quarter of 2014. Reported sales were 14 percent lower, reflecting the strength of the dollar against the Euro and most other currencies, particularly in the CIS, reported Syngenta Thursday.

Integrated sales of $3.8 billion rose by one percent at constant exchange rates. Volumes were seven percent lower. Prices were eight percent higher, driven largely by increases in the CIS to offset the impact of currency depreciation; excluding the CIS and glyphosate, prices were up one percent.

Europe, Africa and the Middle East sales rose 15 percent at constant exchange rates with strong growth in crop protection offsetting weakness in seeds due to lower acreage for corn, sunflower and sugar beet in several territories. Sales excluding the CIS were two percent higher despite a difficult comparison with a strong first quarter in 2014. Central and North Europe and Iberia showed broad based growth in crop protection. In France, sales of selective herbicides were lower reflecting early orders in the fourth quarter of 2014, with other product lines broadly unchanged. In the CIS currency losses were largely recovered through selling prices. In North America sales were 16 percent lower; excluding glyphosate, where a deliberate reduction is underway, sales were 13 percent lower. A prolonged winter delayed the start of the season in the USA and Seedcare was sharply down in Canada owing to high channel inventories. Seeds sales reflected an expected further reduction in corn acres, lower royalty income and changes in Syngenta's distribution model to increase focus and profitability.

In Latin America sales at the end of the season were 11 percent lower following a strong fourth quarter in 2014. Credit management in Venezuela caused a delay in sales. Insecticides sales were down across the region as a result of low pest pressure. ELATUS fungicide continued to make a positive contribution as remaining orders were fulfilled. Corn seed sales in Brazil were lower due to reduced acreage. In Asia Pacific, sales in North East Asia were affected by phasing in Japan related to last year's consumption tax increase. Sales in China were lower due to the phasing out of liquid formulations of paraquat. The impact of lower rice acreage in Thailand was partially offset by further expansion of GroMore protocols in South Asia.

Selective herbicides volume was slightly lower, with good growth in the CIS offset by phasing in France and a decline in North America due to the late season. In Non-selective herbicides, the main factors were the planned reduction in TOUCHDOWN and the discontinuation of GRAMOXONE in China. Fungicides saw volume increases in most European territories with growth across the portfolio. In Latin America, growth was driven by both ELATUS and AMISTAR Technology. Despite volume growth in Europe and Asia Pacific, total Insecticides sales were down due to diminished pest pressure in Latin America. In Seedcare, a volume reduction in Canada due to high channel inventories in the cereals market more than offset good growth in Central and North Europe.

In Seeds, Corn volumes were affected by an acreage decline and price increases in the CIS. In the USA, the expected reduction in acreage and lower royalty income also impacted sales. Soybean sales were slightly higher. Diverse field crops experienced volume declines in the CIS, with a reduced market for high value hybrids. Sales in South East Europe were delayed by cold and wet conditions. In Vegetables, a solid performance in developed markets was offset by phasing in the emerging markets.

Lawn and Garden sales were down five percent with difficult market conditions persisting in the North American flowers business.

Mike Mack, CEO, said: "In an environment of currency and crop price volatility, we have demonstrated our ability to successfully manage risk, as evidenced by the substantial price increases achieved in the CIS. With the main North American season now underway, we are focused on maximizing the opportunity for our herbicide portfolio. Across the company we are firmly on track to achieve targeted cost savings from the implementation of our Accelerating Operational Leverage program. We are maintaining our full year targets of sales broadly unchanged at constant exchange rates and EBITDA, after the impact of currencies, around the 2014 level. We expect to generate substantial free cash flow."

Syngenta is one of the world's leading companies with more than 29,000 employees in over 90 countries dedicated to its purpose: Bringing plant potential to life.