Pioneer Hi-Bred International
Pioneer: a DuPont subsidiary and leader in the agricultural industry with BoP initiatives throughout the world
"Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc., a DuPont business, is the world's leading developer and supplier of advanced plant genetics to farmers worldwide. We seek to increase customer productivity, profitability and develop sustainable agricultural systems for people everywhere. Innovative and customer-focused, Pioneer is a leader in the agriculture industry and upholds the highest standards. Headquartered in Johnston, Iowa, Pioneer provides services to customers in nearly 70 countries." -pioneer.com
Pioneer is working on a number of initiatives with farmers in the under-served markets of India, Kenya, the Philippines, and Thailand. Pioner's Lloyd Le Page, Sustainable Agriculture and Development Manager, was also involved in the creation of the Base of the Pyramid Protocol, as a participant during the Protocol's design workshops.
