· Stine Seed and Pattern Ag have teamed up to introduce the Stine PrescriptivePathogen Report, a groundbreaking solution designed to accurately predict andmitigate future risks associated with the devastating corn rootworm pest.

· Pattern Ag’s highly sensitive DNA-based testing technology, with a 90% predictiveaccuracy rate, powers this innovative report, enabling farmers to make informeddecisions on crop planning, genetics, traits and seed treatments while eliminatinghidden risks.

· Stine’s commitment to offering the Prescriptive Pathogen Report at a special discountprice to their Corn Loyalty customers demonstrates their dedication to proactive,technology-driven approaches, ensuring farmers have the tools needed for a moreproductive agricultural operation.

Pattern Ag, a pioneer in Predictive Ag, isproud to announce a strategic partnership with Stine Seed, a leading provider ofpremium seeds and genetics. Together, they are introducing an innovative solutiondesigned to address the ever-present threat of corn rootworm, one of the mostdestructive soil-borne pests in the United States. The result of this collaboration is theStine Prescriptive Pathogen Report, a pioneering tool that promises to accuratelypredict and mitigate future risks associated with corn rootworm infestations.

Each year, corn rootworm infestations lead to substantial yield losses across the U.S.,making it crucial for farmers to pinpoint when and where corn rootworm protection isneeded. The Prescriptive Pathogen Report leverages Pattern Ag’s highly sensitive andspecific testing capabilities, providing a reliable method for predicting field pressure andeconomic risk for the upcoming season. By measuring DNA in the soil, this test detectsthe presence and abundance of target organisms, offering predictive insights with aremarkable accuracy rate of 90%.

Myron Stine, President of Stine, remarked on the groundbreaking partnership. “In theworld of agriculture, knowledge is power. Our collaboration with Pattern Ag and theintroduction of the Prescriptive Pathogen Report will empower our customers with theknowledge they need to make smarter, more informed decisions about their crops,ensuring they have the tools to protect their yields and grow with confidence.”

In a show of commitment to its customers, Stine is offering the Prescriptive PathogenReport at a special discounted price to its Corn Loyalty level customers. The cost ofthis service is covered in part by Stine, making this invaluable tool accessible andaffordable. This initiative aligns with Stine’s vision of developing the highest-yield cornand soybean seed and using this cutting-edge technology to help farmers makeinformed decisions for their operations.

Stine has emerged as a pioneer in harnessing Pattern Ag’s predictive soil analysis notmerely as a reactive measure but as a proactive, strategic approach. This partnershipempowers Stine to engage in more insightful conversations with their customers aboutpest risks, enabling a more accurate assessment of crop protection measures. Theresult is better management of yield and quality outcomes in the fields.

Mike Tweedy, Vice President of Sales for Pattern Ag, highlighted the significance ofStine Seed partnering with Pattern Ag, stating, “Our collaboration with Stine Seed is a

game-changing moment for agriculture. By combining Stine’s renowned expertise inseeds with Pattern Ag’s cutting-edge analytics, we are ushering in a new era of data-driven, prescriptive farming. This partnership will empower farmers to make smarter,more strategic decisions, ultimately increasing their yields and profitability and elevatingthe entire industry.”

Together, Pattern Ag and Stine are redefining the landscape of corn rootwormprotection. By leveraging innovative technology and expert insights, they are providingfarmers with the tools they need to secure their agricultural investments, boostproductivity and thrive in an ever-evolving agricultural environment.

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