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10/25/2012
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Minnesota FFA Foundation Receives $20,000 Grant from DuPont Pioneer

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind., Oct. 25, 2012 - DuPont Pioneer today presented a $20,000 education grant to the Minnesota FFA Foundation, which will be used for leadership development and agricultural education activities. The grant, which was presented to state leaders during the National FFA Convention & Expo in Indianapolis, is part of $80,000 in grants presented to state FFA foundations within the Pioneer Northern Business Unit, which includes Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin.

"We are grateful for the support of DuPont Pioneer as a partner in preparing the next generation of agriculturalists," said Val Aarsvold, executive director of the Minnesota FFA Foundation. "With the growing need for trained youth, FFA continues to provide programs that allow students to explore careers, while developing skills that allow them to be successful."

"DuPont Pioneer is pleased to support the Minnesota FFA Foundation," said Patrick Yockey, DuPont Pioneer business director for the Northern Business Unit. "We strongly believe that the development and education of FFA leaders is essential to our industry as we all strive to meet the growing global demand for food."

The Minnesota FFA Foundation serves more than 9,500 members, enrolled at 180 schools across the state. The Minnesota FFA Foundation mission is to provide resources that promote and enhance premier leadership, personal development and career success for Minnesota youth in Agricultural Education.

As the philanthropic arm of Pioneer, the Pioneer Giving Program makes contributions to educational institutions on behalf of the business and employees. Consideration for grants is given in the communities where Pioneer employees, customers and representatives live and work.

DuPont Pioneer is the world's leading developer and supplier of advanced plant genetics, providing high-quality seeds to farmers in more than 90 countries. Pioneer provides agronomic support and services to help increase farmer productivity and profitability and strives to develop sustainable agricultural systems for people everywhere. Science with Service Delivering Success(tm).

DuPont (NYSE: DD) has been bringing world-class science and engineering to the global marketplace in the form of innovative products, materials, and services since 1802. The company believes that by collaborating with customers, governments, NGOs, and thought leaders, we can help find solutions to such global challenges as providing enough healthy food for people everywhere, decreasing dependence on fossil fuels, and protecting life and the environment. For additional information about DuPont and its commitment to inclusive innovation, please visit www.dupont.com.

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(Contacts: DuPont Pioneer, Randy Wanke, 507-301-4844, randy.wanke@pioneer.com or Minnesota FFA Foundation, Val Aarsvold, 507-534-0188, val.aarsvold@mnffafoundation.org)

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	DuPont Pioneer President Paul Schickler presents education grant to Minnesota FFA Foundation. Hutchinson, Minn., FFA leaders accept grant on behalf of Minnesota FFA. Back Row, Left to Right: Kyle Tews; Cody Wright; Matt Garvels; Chelsea Vilchis Front Row, Left to Right: Ryan Peterson; Jayme Anderson; Paul Schickler, DuPont Pioneer President; Alena Ave-Lallemant; Sarah Eggert; Lisa Hruby.