Dow AgroSciences
Ben Kaehler, Traits and Germplasm Licensing Leader for Dow AgroSciences
Dow’s New Trait
“This provides additional herbicide tolerance that can control some troublesome weeds.”
End Use Traits
“There’s also a lot of usage in the livestock industry.”
Germplasm Licensing with Fewer Players
“There’s still opportunity.”
Growth Strategy
“We’ve made some significant investments in additional germplasm.”
Increasing Dow’s Market Share
“We plan to double the number of field trials.”
Serving the Farmer
“Yields have increased significantly even under stressful conditions.”
The Fuel, Feed and Food Debate
“Our goal is 50% crop protection products and 50% biotechnology.”
The State of Consolidation
“The seed sector will continue to change.”
What is the Right Size in the Seed Business?
“It’s the services they can provide.”
Where the Breeding Focus Lies
“In corn, we still look for high yield.”
