Company Introduction: Monsanto Company is a leading global provider of technology-based tools and agricultural products that improve farm productivity and food quality. Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri More than 17,000 employees More than 500 locations worldwide in five primary regions - Europe/Africa, Asia Pacific, India, Latin America and North America NYSE Symbol: MON As a leader in the field of plant breeding, agricultural biotechnology and genomics, we are committed to providing producers with agronomic tools that make them more efficient and maintain their profitability in their farming operation. By helping producers be more productive, with fewer resources and with less overall effect on the environment, we believe we are making the world a better place. Our Mission We work to deliver agricultural products and solutions to: Meet the world's growing food needs Conserve natural resources Protect the environment