Pioneer Hi-Bred, a DuPont business, will announce the launch of a new generation of hybrids that help deliver a yield advantage in water-limited environments during a media teleconference Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2011, at 10 a.m. (CST). These hybrids are further strengthening Pioneer’s delivery of the right product, right acre approach, using proprietary Accelerated Yield Technology (AYTTM) system.

Media participants will hear from:

*Monica Meimann, Pioneer Senior Marketing Manager

*Jeff Schussler, Pioneer Senior Research Manager, Maize Stress Product Development

*A question-and-answer period will immediately follow remarks by the speakers. A news release on the announcement will be available Jan. 5 in the Media Room at www.pioneer.com

WHAT:

Media Teleconference

WHEN:

Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2011 at 10 a.m. CST

DIAL IN:

800-230-1951

Conference name: Pioneer Teleconference 185728

The teleconference will be available for replay until Jan. 12 at

800-475-6701, access code 185728

If you have any questions or would like to schedule an interview following the announcement, please contact Jerry Harrington at 800-247-6803, ext. 56908 or jerry.harrington@pioneer.com.