.monsanto 06_25_08

- The document discusses Monsanto's third-quarter 2008 financial results and outlook. - Monsanto reported strong earnings growth of 41% in the third quarter of 2008 compared to the same period in 2007, with ongoing diluted earnings per share of $1.45. - For the full year 2008, Monsanto expects ongoing diluted earnings per share to increase approximately 70% over 2007, reaching around $3.40 per share.