http://www.ncga.com/biotechnology/know_where/KBYG Events.xls

As you know, the integrity of the U.S. corn supply depends on the delivery of commodity corn that meets or exceeds the expectations of our export partners. Through Know Before You Grow, NCGA is leading the effort to educate corn growers on the importance of considering the export and marketing implications of each corn hybrid – before they plant.

In cooperation with the nation’s leading seed companies, NCGA has compiled a database of the leading biotech corn hybrids currently available. Categorized by biotechnology event, our database lists whether a corn hybrid is approved for U.S., Japan and/or European Union market consumption – and allows growers to compare commercial hybrids that share the same status.

NCGA has also learned that the Know Before You Grow database is a tool that is respected and used worldwide. The government of South Africa, for instance, uses the information on a regular basis. The European Union also utilizes Know Before You Grow as a reference tool.

Every year, hundreds of corn growers proactively research the marketing opportunities before they finalize their seed purchase decisions. NCGA would like to make this process as comprehensive and convenient as possible. You can help us – and your own company – by providing us with a complete list of biotech hybrids that you will market for the 2007 planting season. By supplying us with your list of hybrids including the event, hybrid name, hybrid number and relative maturity, you will be providing your customers – and potential customers – an invaluable service. Simply download the form below and e-mail your list to durham@ncga.com; mail it to National Corn Growers Association, c/o Cathy Durham, 632 Cepi Drive, Chesterfield, MO 63005; or fax it to 636-733-9005.