Print This PageMonsanto Learning Centers
Monsanto is known as a leader in biotechnology and the seed industry. In an effort to share our industry-leading knowledge and research with our customers Monsanto has developed learning centers. The objectives of these learning centers are to provide growers, dealers, and agronomists with information regarding production practices and to reinforce stewardship of biotech products to enhance their sustainability.
Learning Centers
Monmouth Learning Center at Monmouth, IL
Scott Learning Center at Scott, MS
Gothenburg Water Utilization Learning Center at Gothenburg, NE
Technologies Available at the Learning Centers
- Elite germplasm
- Insecticide and herbicide traits
- Drought-tolerance traits
- Agronomic systems and trials such as irrigation systems and tillage practices
- Seed treatments
- Fertility and fertilizers
- Best management practices and product stewardship
Facts
- Learning Centers are open to the public during the summer for viewing of field trials
- Internal and external training is conducted through the growing season
- Certified Crop advisors may earn continuing education units for attending a training event
- Studies on commercial products and agronomic practices are evaluated and summarized at the end of the growing season
- Research summaries from the current year are distributed to tour attendees
