This technical presentation provides an overview of Roundup Ready Flex cotton:
1. Roundup Ready Flex cotton was developed to have an expanded window of application for glyphosate, providing more flexible weed control for farmers.
2. Field testing from 2000-2003 evaluated the cotton's tolerance to glyphosate, agronomic performance, and weed management systems. Over 250 field trial sites were conducted with university researchers.
3. Additional field testing is planned for 2004 with around 60 university cooperator sites to further research weed management and crop tolerance. Seed companies are incorporating the trait into their product lines.
4. Targeted timelines include regulatory submissions in 2003/04, approvals in 2005, and
This document discusses Bayer CropScience's cotton traits portfolio. It outlines several proprietary cotton traits including GlyTol for glyphosate tolerance and LibertyLink for glufosinate tolerance. It notes these traits provide weed control options and help manage resistance. The document also discusses Bayer's cotton variety brands, FiberMax and Stoneville, and lists cotton varieties for 2013 with various trait stacks.
Understanding Glyphosate and how to effectively use it in field environment. Written by a pannel of various University Professors and Extension staff in 2006.
Gene therapy involves inserting a normal gene to replace an abnormal gene that causes a genetic disease. It can replace or inactivate mutated genes, or introduce new genes to fight disease. Common applications include treating cystic fibrosis, hemophilia, cancer, and HIV. Viral vectors like retroviruses and adenoviruses are often used to deliver genes, but they can cause immune reactions. Non-viral methods like nanoparticles, electroporation, and ultrasound show promise for safer gene delivery. Overall, gene therapy holds potential for treating many currently incurable genetic disorders and diseases.
1) The document provides an overview of battery types including their chemistry, characteristics, and history. It discusses primary batteries like alkaline and lithium and secondary batteries like nickel-cadmium, nickel-metal hydride, lithium-ion, and lead-acid.
2) Key characteristics covered are capacity, voltage, discharge rates, cycling performance, and environmental factors. Discharge curves are shown for different battery types.
3) A case study examines the lithium-ion battery in IBM ThinkPad notebooks, calculating potential run times from its discharge rate and capacity.
Cotton farming was introduced in India in the 1980s as an alternative to food crops. Farmers invested in expensive seeds and pesticides, resulting in debt and farmer suicides spreading across several states. The issue was exacerbated by pests developing resistance to pesticides. To address this, the Indian government approved Bt cotton varieties between 2002-2005, though some farmers grew it earlier without authorization. Bt cotton reduced pesticide use and costs but yields were mixed and new pests emerged in some cases. While Bt cotton cultivation increased, some farmers' organizations and NGOs strongly opposed GM crops and linked farmer suicides to Monsanto's terminator technology, though Monsanto denied this.
A bio-battery generates electricity from carbohydrates like glucose using enzymes as catalysts, mimicking processes in living organisms. It has an anode with glucose-digesting enzymes, a cathode with oxygen-reducing enzymes, and a cellophane separator. Researchers are working to advance bio-batteries as a renewable and sustainable alternative energy source.
Bio-batteries use enzymes to convert glucose into electrical energy through a process called enzymatic hydrolysis. This allows bio-batteries to continuously recharge through a constant glucose supply without needing an external power source, making them a renewable and non-toxic fuel source. However, bio-batteries currently do not retain energy as well as conventional batteries over long periods of usage and storage. Researchers are working to improve bio-batteries to make them a more practical alternative energy source.
Bioenergy comes from living or recently living organisms and includes biomass, biofuels like bioethanol and biodiesel, and biogas. Biomass exists in raw forms like crops and waste and secondary forms like paper. Liquid biofuels are made from plants through fermentation and distillation. Electricity can be generated from biomass. Biogas is made through anaerobic digestion of organic waste. Bioenergy provides benefits but also faces challenges around sustainability, food security, and competition for land and resources.
This document discusses Bayer CropScience's cotton traits portfolio. It outlines several proprietary cotton traits including GlyTol for glyphosate tolerance and LibertyLink for glufosinate tolerance. It notes these traits provide weed control options and help manage resistance. The document also discusses Bayer's cotton variety brands, FiberMax and Stoneville, and lists cotton varieties for 2013 with various trait stacks.
Understanding Glyphosate and how to effectively use it in field environment. Written by a pannel of various University Professors and Extension staff in 2006.
Gene therapy involves inserting a normal gene to replace an abnormal gene that causes a genetic disease. It can replace or inactivate mutated genes, or introduce new genes to fight disease. Common applications include treating cystic fibrosis, hemophilia, cancer, and HIV. Viral vectors like retroviruses and adenoviruses are often used to deliver genes, but they can cause immune reactions. Non-viral methods like nanoparticles, electroporation, and ultrasound show promise for safer gene delivery. Overall, gene therapy holds potential for treating many currently incurable genetic disorders and diseases.
1) The document provides an overview of battery types including their chemistry, characteristics, and history. It discusses primary batteries like alkaline and lithium and secondary batteries like nickel-cadmium, nickel-metal hydride, lithium-ion, and lead-acid.
2) Key characteristics covered are capacity, voltage, discharge rates, cycling performance, and environmental factors. Discharge curves are shown for different battery types.
3) A case study examines the lithium-ion battery in IBM ThinkPad notebooks, calculating potential run times from its discharge rate and capacity.
Cotton farming was introduced in India in the 1980s as an alternative to food crops. Farmers invested in expensive seeds and pesticides, resulting in debt and farmer suicides spreading across several states. The issue was exacerbated by pests developing resistance to pesticides. To address this, the Indian government approved Bt cotton varieties between 2002-2005, though some farmers grew it earlier without authorization. Bt cotton reduced pesticide use and costs but yields were mixed and new pests emerged in some cases. While Bt cotton cultivation increased, some farmers' organizations and NGOs strongly opposed GM crops and linked farmer suicides to Monsanto's terminator technology, though Monsanto denied this.
A bio-battery generates electricity from carbohydrates like glucose using enzymes as catalysts, mimicking processes in living organisms. It has an anode with glucose-digesting enzymes, a cathode with oxygen-reducing enzymes, and a cellophane separator. Researchers are working to advance bio-batteries as a renewable and sustainable alternative energy source.
Bio-batteries use enzymes to convert glucose into electrical energy through a process called enzymatic hydrolysis. This allows bio-batteries to continuously recharge through a constant glucose supply without needing an external power source, making them a renewable and non-toxic fuel source. However, bio-batteries currently do not retain energy as well as conventional batteries over long periods of usage and storage. Researchers are working to improve bio-batteries to make them a more practical alternative energy source.
Bioenergy comes from living or recently living organisms and includes biomass, biofuels like bioethanol and biodiesel, and biogas. Biomass exists in raw forms like crops and waste and secondary forms like paper. Liquid biofuels are made from plants through fermentation and distillation. Electricity can be generated from biomass. Biogas is made through anaerobic digestion of organic waste. Bioenergy provides benefits but also faces challenges around sustainability, food security, and competition for land and resources.
This document discusses developing climate-smart crop strategies through "zoom-ins", or in-depth analyses of specific crop/region combinations. It asks questions about how to determine which zoom-ins to focus on, funding, and integrating local projects. Key points discussed include the need to integrate information on institutional priorities, climate change vulnerability and potential gains, while considering practical issues. The document also discusses how breeders can participate in climate adaptation research and tapping existing climate modeling work from research centers.
Dicamba-tolerant soybeans provide farmers with two unique modes of weed control through the third generation of soybean technology. The soybeans will be tolerant of dicamba herbicide, which is economical and doesn't persist in soil. Tolerance has been demonstrated at both pre-emergence and post-emergence application timing. Dicamba will be effective against most broadleaf weeds and will add flexibility to Roundup application in Roundup Ready stacks. It will control weeds with no injury from pre- and post-emergence dicamba applications.
Socio Economic Impact Of GM Crops Falck Zepeda 2008jfalck
Socio economic impact assessment of GM Crops and the Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety. Presentation made at the 2008 conference organized by ICABR, Ravello Italy 2008
The document discusses good agricultural practices (GAP) for glyphosate use. GAP aims to maximize returns while minimizing environmental impacts. Key aspects of GAP include following label recommendations, using integrated weed management, preventing point source pollution from spraying activities, and reducing diffuse sources like spray drift and runoff. Vegetated buffer strips and maintaining grass strips in vineyards can help filter out glyphosate in runoff water. Proper application timing and weather conditions are also important for optimal efficacy.
The document summarizes the results from the APENET monitoring project in Italy that studied the effects of pesticides on bee health. Some key findings include:
1) Dust from maize seed sowing was found to disperse and deposit on the ground, exposing bees to pesticides even with modified drilling machines. Laboratory tests found damages to bee memory and colony strength from exposure.
2) The Italian Ministry of Agriculture renewed the suspension of 4 neonicotinoid pesticide active ingredients for seed treatment in 2010 based on APENET results.
3) Sublethal effects of pesticides were found to potentially impact colonies through synergistic effects, intoxication of foragers, and impaired brood development
Poster54: CIAT phenotyping platform: Aiming at improving eco-efficiency of cr...CIAT
The CIAT Phenotyping Platform aims to improve the eco-efficiency of crops through high throughput phenotyping under field and controlled conditions using automation and advanced instruments. The platform facilitates the development of crop varieties with improved abiotic stress tolerance traits like drought, high temperature, and acid soil tolerance in crops such as bean, cassava, forage, and rice. Recent advances in phenotyping capabilities at CIAT allow for the precise evaluation of transgenic rice lines under simulated upland conditions to identify promising lines with improved drought tolerance.
This document summarizes the progress made on Golden Rice, including:
- Updates on different versions developed (GR1 in 2000, improved GR2 in 2004-2005)
- Progress in developing GR2 events in different rice varieties, selecting lines based on beta-carotene levels and agronomic performance
- Details on the carotenoid biosynthetic pathway added to Golden Rice
- Plans to undergo further development and regulatory approval in countries with high rates of vitamin A deficiency, including field trials, compositional analysis, and consultation with regulatory agencies in the Philippines.
- Outlines timelines for completing nutritional studies and pursuing regulatory approval and farmer/consumer acceptance studies to allow for the potential release of Golden Rice.
The document discusses Hugh Grant, Chairman and CEO of Lehman Brothers, and provides forward-looking statements for the company. It also discusses using non-GAAP financial measures in presentations and defines terms used such as fiscal year and trademarks. The overview section describes how farmers aim to maximize yield through genetic gain and technology to preserve that gain, representing Monsanto's seed and trait approach.
This document provides methods for assessing the biological activity and health of pasture soils using inexpensive and accessible tools. It outlines 6 points of assessment: 1) living organisms, 2) earthworms, 3) soil smell, 4) aggregation, 5) water infiltration, and 6) soil compaction. The assessments are designed to be completed at 3 sampling sites within each pasture and can reveal insights into nutrient cycling and soil structure.
This document provides methods for assessing the biological activity and health of pasture soils using inexpensive and accessible tools. It outlines 6 points of assessment: 1) living organisms, 2) earthworms, 3) soil smell, 4) aggregation, 5) water infiltration, and 6) soil compaction. Conducting these assessments involves using a wire ring, shovel, bottles, and homemade soil penetrometer to examine characteristics like the number of different living critters, wormholes, how soil aggregates break apart in water, how quickly water infiltrates, and the level of compaction. The results can provide insight into nutrient cycling and soil structure.
This document provides methods for assessing the biological activity and health of pasture soils through inexpensive tests that utilize commonly available tools. It outlines points of assessment including living organisms, earthworms, soil smell, aggregation, water infiltration, and compaction. Strategic soil and plant sampling techniques are described to identify nutrient deficiencies in different areas of a pasture and evaluate the effects of fertilization programs.
- Several factors influence optimal soybean seeding rates, including germination rates, emergence environment, and seed quality issues from drought conditions in 2012.
- Higher germination rates and normal emergence conditions allow for lower seeding rates to achieve the same plant population, while lower germination rates or tougher emergence conditions require higher seeding rates.
- Proper handling and treatment of 2012 soybean seed lots is important due to lower moisture levels and thinner seed coats leading to increased fragility.
Developing a clean seed delivery system for cassava and sweetpotato in KenyaILRI
Presented by Ruth Amata (Kenya Agricultural Research Institute) at the First Bio-Innovate Regional Scientific Conference, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 25-27 February 2013
The document provides an overview of Monsanto's breeding and biotechnology research and development processes. It discusses how breeding and biotechnology provide parallel paths to developing commercial products, with breeding involving germplasm selection and molecular breeding techniques, while biotechnology involves identifying genes and introducing them into plants. The document also notes that delivering yield favors an approach that combines improvements from both breeding and biotechnology working in concert.
Nippon Biodiesel Fuel Co., Ltd. (NBF) is a Japanese company that engages in research and development of biomass energy, as well as the marketing and trading of biofuels. The company collects jatropha plant materials from around the world to develop high-yielding cultivars with the goal of increasing jatropha productivity. NBF operates research fields in the Philippines where it examines various cultivation techniques and has conducted a germplasm selection program. It aims to develop non-toxic jatropha varieties and new applications for byproducts. NBF also carries out collaborative sustainable biofuel projects in Mozambique, Africa.
R-Biopharm is a leading developer of clinical diagnostic and food/feed analysis test solutions known for high precision and accuracy. It offers a variety of products for mycotoxin analysis including immunoaffinity columns, enzyme immunoassays, lateral flow tests, and test cards. R-Biopharm's approach is to partner with customers and provide competent advice across the sectors it serves. It aims to further develop new fast tests to shorten analytical procedures.
130304 PRESENTATION Carpovirusine January 2014.pptxarkoMilutinovi1
Carpovirusine is a biological insecticide containing CpGV, a virus that is pathogenic to codling moth. It has received 17 registrations worldwide. It is produced through an in vivo process involving mass rearing of codling moth larvae, virus amplification, and formulation. Trials in conventional and organic orchards show that Carpovirusine provides similar or superior control of codling moth compared to chemical insecticides. It can be used as a full substitution or in combination with other products as part of an IPM program.
J2LFA is a leading organic cotton company that produces the BON organic sanitary pad. BON pads are made from 100% organic cotton and use an FDA-approved manufacturing process without chemicals. They offer absorption and comfort while being safer for the body than pads containing chemicals. BON pads come in different sizes, including overnight, medium for average days, and pantyliners.
This document provides an overview and highlights of Virgin Media's performance in the fourth quarter of 2006. It discusses the company's achievements over the last 12 months including the Telewest merger and Virgin Mobile acquisition. The fourth quarter saw revenue growth across all segments, strong net additions, and continued ARPU and customer care improvements. Priorities for 2007 include delivering on the new Virgin brand, targeting competitor customers, driving efficiency and improving customer care.
This document provides an overview of Virgin Media's performance in the fourth quarter of 2006. It discusses the company's achievements over the past year including the Telewest merger and Virgin Mobile acquisition. The highlights of Q4 2006 include revenue growth across all segments, strong broadband and TV subscriber additions, and increased triple play penetration. Priorities for 2007 include delivering on the new Virgin brand, targeting competitor customers, driving efficiency and improving customer care.
This document discusses developing climate-smart crop strategies through "zoom-ins", or in-depth analyses of specific crop/region combinations. It asks questions about how to determine which zoom-ins to focus on, funding, and integrating local projects. Key points discussed include the need to integrate information on institutional priorities, climate change vulnerability and potential gains, while considering practical issues. The document also discusses how breeders can participate in climate adaptation research and tapping existing climate modeling work from research centers.
Dicamba-tolerant soybeans provide farmers with two unique modes of weed control through the third generation of soybean technology. The soybeans will be tolerant of dicamba herbicide, which is economical and doesn't persist in soil. Tolerance has been demonstrated at both pre-emergence and post-emergence application timing. Dicamba will be effective against most broadleaf weeds and will add flexibility to Roundup application in Roundup Ready stacks. It will control weeds with no injury from pre- and post-emergence dicamba applications.
Socio Economic Impact Of GM Crops Falck Zepeda 2008jfalck
Socio economic impact assessment of GM Crops and the Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety. Presentation made at the 2008 conference organized by ICABR, Ravello Italy 2008
The document discusses good agricultural practices (GAP) for glyphosate use. GAP aims to maximize returns while minimizing environmental impacts. Key aspects of GAP include following label recommendations, using integrated weed management, preventing point source pollution from spraying activities, and reducing diffuse sources like spray drift and runoff. Vegetated buffer strips and maintaining grass strips in vineyards can help filter out glyphosate in runoff water. Proper application timing and weather conditions are also important for optimal efficacy.
The document summarizes the results from the APENET monitoring project in Italy that studied the effects of pesticides on bee health. Some key findings include:
1) Dust from maize seed sowing was found to disperse and deposit on the ground, exposing bees to pesticides even with modified drilling machines. Laboratory tests found damages to bee memory and colony strength from exposure.
2) The Italian Ministry of Agriculture renewed the suspension of 4 neonicotinoid pesticide active ingredients for seed treatment in 2010 based on APENET results.
3) Sublethal effects of pesticides were found to potentially impact colonies through synergistic effects, intoxication of foragers, and impaired brood development
Poster54: CIAT phenotyping platform: Aiming at improving eco-efficiency of cr...CIAT
The CIAT Phenotyping Platform aims to improve the eco-efficiency of crops through high throughput phenotyping under field and controlled conditions using automation and advanced instruments. The platform facilitates the development of crop varieties with improved abiotic stress tolerance traits like drought, high temperature, and acid soil tolerance in crops such as bean, cassava, forage, and rice. Recent advances in phenotyping capabilities at CIAT allow for the precise evaluation of transgenic rice lines under simulated upland conditions to identify promising lines with improved drought tolerance.
This document summarizes the progress made on Golden Rice, including:
- Updates on different versions developed (GR1 in 2000, improved GR2 in 2004-2005)
- Progress in developing GR2 events in different rice varieties, selecting lines based on beta-carotene levels and agronomic performance
- Details on the carotenoid biosynthetic pathway added to Golden Rice
- Plans to undergo further development and regulatory approval in countries with high rates of vitamin A deficiency, including field trials, compositional analysis, and consultation with regulatory agencies in the Philippines.
- Outlines timelines for completing nutritional studies and pursuing regulatory approval and farmer/consumer acceptance studies to allow for the potential release of Golden Rice.
The document discusses Hugh Grant, Chairman and CEO of Lehman Brothers, and provides forward-looking statements for the company. It also discusses using non-GAAP financial measures in presentations and defines terms used such as fiscal year and trademarks. The overview section describes how farmers aim to maximize yield through genetic gain and technology to preserve that gain, representing Monsanto's seed and trait approach.
This document provides methods for assessing the biological activity and health of pasture soils using inexpensive and accessible tools. It outlines 6 points of assessment: 1) living organisms, 2) earthworms, 3) soil smell, 4) aggregation, 5) water infiltration, and 6) soil compaction. The assessments are designed to be completed at 3 sampling sites within each pasture and can reveal insights into nutrient cycling and soil structure.
This document provides methods for assessing the biological activity and health of pasture soils using inexpensive and accessible tools. It outlines 6 points of assessment: 1) living organisms, 2) earthworms, 3) soil smell, 4) aggregation, 5) water infiltration, and 6) soil compaction. Conducting these assessments involves using a wire ring, shovel, bottles, and homemade soil penetrometer to examine characteristics like the number of different living critters, wormholes, how soil aggregates break apart in water, how quickly water infiltrates, and the level of compaction. The results can provide insight into nutrient cycling and soil structure.
This document provides methods for assessing the biological activity and health of pasture soils through inexpensive tests that utilize commonly available tools. It outlines points of assessment including living organisms, earthworms, soil smell, aggregation, water infiltration, and compaction. Strategic soil and plant sampling techniques are described to identify nutrient deficiencies in different areas of a pasture and evaluate the effects of fertilization programs.
- Several factors influence optimal soybean seeding rates, including germination rates, emergence environment, and seed quality issues from drought conditions in 2012.
- Higher germination rates and normal emergence conditions allow for lower seeding rates to achieve the same plant population, while lower germination rates or tougher emergence conditions require higher seeding rates.
- Proper handling and treatment of 2012 soybean seed lots is important due to lower moisture levels and thinner seed coats leading to increased fragility.
Developing a clean seed delivery system for cassava and sweetpotato in KenyaILRI
Presented by Ruth Amata (Kenya Agricultural Research Institute) at the First Bio-Innovate Regional Scientific Conference, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 25-27 February 2013
The document provides an overview of Monsanto's breeding and biotechnology research and development processes. It discusses how breeding and biotechnology provide parallel paths to developing commercial products, with breeding involving germplasm selection and molecular breeding techniques, while biotechnology involves identifying genes and introducing them into plants. The document also notes that delivering yield favors an approach that combines improvements from both breeding and biotechnology working in concert.
Nippon Biodiesel Fuel Co., Ltd. (NBF) is a Japanese company that engages in research and development of biomass energy, as well as the marketing and trading of biofuels. The company collects jatropha plant materials from around the world to develop high-yielding cultivars with the goal of increasing jatropha productivity. NBF operates research fields in the Philippines where it examines various cultivation techniques and has conducted a germplasm selection program. It aims to develop non-toxic jatropha varieties and new applications for byproducts. NBF also carries out collaborative sustainable biofuel projects in Mozambique, Africa.
R-Biopharm is a leading developer of clinical diagnostic and food/feed analysis test solutions known for high precision and accuracy. It offers a variety of products for mycotoxin analysis including immunoaffinity columns, enzyme immunoassays, lateral flow tests, and test cards. R-Biopharm's approach is to partner with customers and provide competent advice across the sectors it serves. It aims to further develop new fast tests to shorten analytical procedures.
130304 PRESENTATION Carpovirusine January 2014.pptxarkoMilutinovi1
Carpovirusine is a biological insecticide containing CpGV, a virus that is pathogenic to codling moth. It has received 17 registrations worldwide. It is produced through an in vivo process involving mass rearing of codling moth larvae, virus amplification, and formulation. Trials in conventional and organic orchards show that Carpovirusine provides similar or superior control of codling moth compared to chemical insecticides. It can be used as a full substitution or in combination with other products as part of an IPM program.
J2LFA is a leading organic cotton company that produces the BON organic sanitary pad. BON pads are made from 100% organic cotton and use an FDA-approved manufacturing process without chemicals. They offer absorption and comfort while being safer for the body than pads containing chemicals. BON pads come in different sizes, including overnight, medium for average days, and pantyliners.
This document provides an overview and highlights of Virgin Media's performance in the fourth quarter of 2006. It discusses the company's achievements over the last 12 months including the Telewest merger and Virgin Mobile acquisition. The fourth quarter saw revenue growth across all segments, strong net additions, and continued ARPU and customer care improvements. Priorities for 2007 include delivering on the new Virgin brand, targeting competitor customers, driving efficiency and improving customer care.
This document provides an overview of Virgin Media's performance in the fourth quarter of 2006. It discusses the company's achievements over the past year including the Telewest merger and Virgin Mobile acquisition. The highlights of Q4 2006 include revenue growth across all segments, strong broadband and TV subscriber additions, and increased triple play penetration. Priorities for 2007 include delivering on the new Virgin brand, targeting competitor customers, driving efficiency and improving customer care.
Virgin Media reported its financial results for the first quarter of 2007. Key highlights include:
1) Strong growth in broadband, TV and mobile contract customers due to compelling offers and marketing campaigns promoting bundled services. However, fixed line customers continued to decline due to increased competition.
2) ARPU was slightly down due to lower fixed line usage, but triple play penetration and Old NTL ARPU increased, pointing to continued ARPU growth.
3) Customer churn improved to 1.6% due to more rigorous credit policies and efficient sales channels, while Sky basics had a minimal impact in Q1.
4) Mobile contract growth remained strong through cable cross-sell, while pre-pay declined season
This document summarizes Virgin Media's performance in the first quarter of 2007. It discusses Virgin Media's progress on key priorities such as brand strength, targeting competitors, cable integration, and cross-sell opportunities. Financial metrics like revenue, customer additions and disconnects, and ARPU are also reviewed. Challenges from increased competition and the impact of Sky's new "Basics" package are addressed.
This document provides a summary of Virgin Media's financial performance in the second quarter of 2007. It discusses declines in revenue due to customer churn related to the loss of Sky basics channels, but notes improving trends in areas like TV and broadband. Key points highlighted include strong growth in video on demand usage, successful bundling of products, expansion of high speed broadband services, and continued strength in the mobile business. The summary also previews upcoming content initiatives and their potential to further drive customer growth and engagement.
This document summarizes Virgin Media's financial performance in the second quarter of 2007. Key points include: losses of Sky basic channels impacted customer churn but TV performance was better than expected; strong mobile contract sales and bundling of products continued; and while ARPU was affected by retention activities, cash flow outlook remains strong. The document provides details on customer additions and disconnects, growth of triple play bundling, and increases in video on demand usage.
This document provides a summary of Virgin Media's financial results for the third quarter of 2007. It notes significant improvements in customer and revenue growth metrics compared to previous quarters. Revenue was up slightly from the second quarter due to growth in the consumer, business services, content, and mobile segments. Operating cash flow also increased due to lower costs and certain one-time benefits. However, proactive investment in customer growth was also noted as impacting operating cash flow. Net debt remained substantial as of the end of the third quarter.
This document provides a summary of Virgin Media's financial results for the third quarter of 2007. It discusses improvements in customer and revenue growth metrics compared to previous quarters. Specifically, it notes record quarterly gross additions and reduced churn. It also summarizes growth in the company's broadband, TV, telephony, mobile, and business services segments. The document concludes with discussions of operating cash flow, revenue, and net debt levels.
The document summarizes an UBS media conference by Acting CEO Neil Berkett of Virgin Media on December 5, 2007. Berkett discussed Virgin Media's transformation through integration, re-engineering growth initiatives. He highlighted opportunities in premium TV, basic pay-TV, free DTV and contract mobile. Berkett also outlined Virgin Media's network advantages in speed and reach, and strategies to increase customer value through volume, ARPU and tenure. Mobile was discussed as an important driver of consumer value through cross-selling. Valuable tax assets were also noted.
The document summarizes an UBS media conference by Acting CEO Neil Berkett of Virgin Media on December 5, 2007. Berkett discussed Virgin Media's transformation through integration, re-engineering growth initiatives, and building the platform for growth. He highlighted opportunities in premium TV, basic pay-TV, free DTV, broadband, and mobile services. Berkett also covered Virgin Media's network advantages, content assets, tax assets, and the significant potential asset value of the company's network, consumer base, mobile business, and content.
This document provides a summary of Virgin Media's financial and operational results for the first quarter of 2008. Key highlights include continued strong growth in broadband and TV customers, record-low cable churn of 1.2%, and stable cable ARPU despite non-recurring benefits in the previous quarter. OCF increased slightly compared to last quarter. Capex remained high at 13.7% of revenue to support network upgrades including faster broadband speeds. Revenue declined slightly due to seasonal factors in certain business units.
This document summarizes Virgin Media's financial and operational results for the first quarter of 2008. Key highlights include continued strong growth in broadband and TV customers, record-low cable churn of 1.2%, and stable cable ARPU despite non-recurring benefits in the previous quarter. OCF was £324 million for Q1 2008, up slightly from the previous quarter. Cash capex was £125 million for network upgrades and expansion.
This document provides a summary of Virgin Media's performance in the second quarter of 2008. It discusses financial results including operating cash flow growth and SG&A reductions. It also reviews operational metrics such as subscriber growth, churn rates, broadband and TV services. Virgin Media saw increased revenue and profitability in Q2 2008 compared to the same period last year.
This document provides a summary of Virgin Media's performance in the second quarter of 2008. It discusses financial results including operating cash flow growth and SG&A reductions. It also reviews operational metrics such as subscriber growth, churn rates, broadband and TV services. Virgin Media saw increased revenue and profitability in Q2 2008 compared to the prior year through lower churn, higher triple-play penetration and a focus on quality customer growth. The company believes its cable network gives it advantages over DSL providers that will increase further after investments are completed.
This document provides a summary of Virgin Media's financial results for the third quarter of 2008. It reports that Virgin Media continued to see growth in key metrics such as on-net customer additions, broadband and TV subscriber growth, and improving triple play penetration. ARPU increased through price increases, cross-selling, and upselling efforts. Mobile contract customer growth was strong through cross-selling to cable customers. Content revenues increased for VMtv but declined for Sit-Up. Overall revenue was flat, while operating cash flow and margins declined slightly compared to last year. Capital expenditures remained high to continue network upgrades and expand service offerings.
This document provides a summary of Virgin Media's financial results for the third quarter of 2008. It reports that Virgin Media continued to see growth in key metrics such as on-net customer additions, broadband and TV subscriber growth, and improving triple play penetration. ARPU increased through price increases, cross-selling, and upselling efforts. Mobile contract customer growth was strong through cross-selling to cable customers. Content revenue increased for VMtv but declined for Sit-Up. Overall revenue was flat, while operating cash flow and margins declined slightly compared to last year. Capital expenditures remained high to continue network investments.
The document discusses Virgin Media's strategy to leverage its network advantages for renewed growth. Key points include plans to: 1) lead in next generation broadband through upgrades to 10Mbps and beyond; 2) lead the on-demand TV revolution through growing video on demand usage and iPlayer views; and 3) leverage mobile as a third screen through bundling mobile services. Virgin Media also aims to build a more efficient customer focused organization through an operational transformation program targeting over £120m in annual cost savings by 2012.
The document discusses Virgin Media's strategy to leverage its network advantages for renewed growth. It aims to lead in next generation broadband, lead the on-demand TV revolution, and leverage mobile as a third screen. Virgin Media has the best broadband economics due to its high market share and lower costs. It is focusing on upgrading customers to higher broadband tiers, growing on-demand TV and video usage, and integrating mobile offerings. The company expects operational transformation to deliver over £120 million in annual cost savings by 2012.
The document provides an agenda and overview for an investor and analyst day being held by Virgin Media in London on November 13, 2008. It includes:
1) A disclaimer stating that forward-looking statements in the document involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially.
2) An agenda for the day's presentations on Virgin Media's strategy, growth initiatives, network strengths, financial structure and regulatory progress.
3) Introductions of the senior management team who will be presenting.
The document provides an agenda and overview for an investor and analyst day being held by Virgin Media in London on November 13, 2008. It includes:
1) A disclaimer stating that forward-looking statements in the document involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially.
2) An agenda for the day's presentations on Virgin Media's strategy, growth initiatives, network strengths, financial structure and regulatory progress.
3) Biographies and photos of Virgin Media's management team, including the CEO and heads of key business units.
Financial Assets: Debit vs Equity Securities.pptxWrito-Finance
financial assets represent claim for future benefit or cash. Financial assets are formed by establishing contracts between participants. These financial assets are used for collection of huge amounts of money for business purposes.
Two major Types: Debt Securities and Equity Securities.
Debt Securities are Also known as fixed-income securities or instruments. The type of assets is formed by establishing contracts between investor and issuer of the asset.
• The first type of Debit securities is BONDS. Bonds are issued by corporations and government (both local and national government).
• The second important type of Debit security is NOTES. Apart from similarities associated with notes and bonds, notes have shorter term maturity.
• The 3rd important type of Debit security is TRESURY BILLS. These securities have short-term ranging from three months, six months, and one year. Issuer of such securities are governments.
• Above discussed debit securities are mostly issued by governments and corporations. CERTIFICATE OF DEPOSITS CDs are issued by Banks and Financial Institutions. Risk factor associated with CDs gets reduced when issued by reputable institutions or Banks.
Following are the risk attached with debt securities: Credit risk, interest rate risk and currency risk
There are no fixed maturity dates in such securities, and asset’s value is determined by company’s performance. There are two major types of equity securities: common stock and preferred stock.
Common Stock: These are simple equity securities and bear no complexities which the preferred stock bears. Holders of such securities or instrument have the voting rights when it comes to select the company’s board of director or the business decisions to be made.
Preferred Stock: Preferred stocks are sometime referred to as hybrid securities, because it contains elements of both debit security and equity security. Preferred stock confers ownership rights to security holder that is why it is equity instrument
<a href="https://www.writofinance.com/equity-securities-features-types-risk/" >Equity securities </a> as a whole is used for capital funding for companies. Companies have multiple expenses to cover. Potential growth of company is required in competitive market. So, these securities are used for capital generation, and then uses it for company’s growth.
Concluding remarks
Both are employed in business. Businesses are often established through debit securities, then what is the need for equity securities. Companies have to cover multiple expenses and expansion of business. They can also use equity instruments for repayment of debits. So, there are multiple uses for securities. As an investor, you need tools for analysis. Investment decisions are made by carefully analyzing the market. For better analysis of the stock market, investors often employ financial analysis of companies.
2. Elemental Economics - Mineral demand.pdfNeal Brewster
After this second you should be able to: Explain the main determinants of demand for any mineral product, and their relative importance; recognise and explain how demand for any product is likely to change with economic activity; recognise and explain the roles of technology and relative prices in influencing demand; be able to explain the differences between the rates of growth of demand for different products.
Vicinity Jobs’ data includes more than three million 2023 OJPs and thousands of skills. Most skills appear in less than 0.02% of job postings, so most postings rely on a small subset of commonly used terms, like teamwork.
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OJP data from firms like Vicinity Jobs have emerged as a complement to traditional sources of labour demand data, such as the Job Vacancy and Wages Survey (JVWS). Ibrahim Abuallail, PhD Candidate, University of Ottawa, presented research relating to bias in OJPs and a proposed approach to effectively adjust OJP data to complement existing official data (such as from the JVWS) and improve the measurement of labour demand.
In a tight labour market, job-seekers gain bargaining power and leverage it into greater job quality—at least, that’s the conventional wisdom.
Michael, LMIC Economist, presented findings that reveal a weakened relationship between labour market tightness and job quality indicators following the pandemic. Labour market tightness coincided with growth in real wages for only a portion of workers: those in low-wage jobs requiring little education. Several factors—including labour market composition, worker and employer behaviour, and labour market practices—have contributed to the absence of worker benefits. These will be investigated further in future work.
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1. Elemental Economics - Introduction to mining.pdfNeal Brewster
After this first you should: Understand the nature of mining; have an awareness of the industry’s boundaries, corporate structure and size; appreciation the complex motivations and objectives of the industries’ various participants; know how mineral reserves are defined and estimated, and how they evolve over time.
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1. Technical Presentation
Roundup Ready® Flex Cotton Update
Investor Tour
June 25, 2004
Leland, MS
Mark Oppenhuizen
Research Manager, Cotton
Roundup Ready® Flex cotton is not approved for sale or distribution in the United States.
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2. Technical Presentation
Roundup Ready Flex Cotton
Presentation Outline
Product Concept
Discovery/Development
U.S. Field Testing (2000-2003)
Tolerance
Agronomic
Regulatory
Weed Management
2004 U.S. Field Testing
Seed Company variety development
Product Timelines
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3. Technical Presentation
Roundup Ready® Flex Cotton
Product Concept
Over-the-top window of application
Roundup Ready® Flex Cotton
Roundup Ready®
Cotton
(< 4 lf.)
Emergence Layby Preharvest Harvest
Expanded window of application (over-the-top)
- Increased margin of crop safety
- More ‘flexible’ weed control
Increased grower convenience
Reduced need for specialized spray equipment
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4. Technical Presentation
Roundup Ready® Flex Cotton
Discovery / Development
Roundup Ready Flex Cotton - MON 88913
Same gene as in Roundup Ready cotton – new promoters
Transformed Coker 312 cotton using the ‘Agro’ method
CP4 EPSPS protein is expressed in pollen, providing
reproductive tolerance to Roundup during flowering
Expression in rest of plant provides excellent vegetative tolerance
CP4 EPSPS Expression
Pollen viability
Roundup Ready Flex technology
Roundup Ready cotton Roundup Ready cotton Roundup Ready Flex technology
Mature Pollen
1.12 lb ae/A 4&8 node OT
4
- Chen, S., et al., July 2000.
5. Technical Presentation
Roundup Ready® Flex Cotton
U.S. Field Testing
2000-2003
Trial types
Tolerance
Agronomic
>60% of locations with
Regulatory University scientists
Weed Management
Systems / Demonstration
*does not include seed company partner breeding locations
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6. Technical Presentation
Roundup Ready Flex Cotton
Tolerance Field Trial
Leland, MS 2001
Roundup Ready Flex Roundup Ready Cotton
Cotton Events (Current Product)
Nontransgenic Buffer
Nontransgenic Buffer
Roundup applied OT @ 1.5 or 2.25 lb ae/A sequentially at 3,6,10 & 14 nodes
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7. Technical Presentation
Roundup Ready® Flex Cotton
Weed Management Systems Studies (2003)
Auburn University Oklahoma State University University of California
Clemson University Texas A&M University University of Georgia
Louisiana State University Texas Agricultural Experiment Station University of Missouri
Mississippi State University University of Arizona University of Tennessee
North Carolina State University University of Arkansas
Cotton Acres
5 – 13066
13066 – 37841
37841 – 76467
76467 – 169729
169729 – 306706 - Participating Universities
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Technical Presentation
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9. Technical Presentation
Roundup Ready® Flex Cotton
Research Timelines/University Testing (2004)
University of Arkansas
Auburn University
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University of California
Clemson University
University of Florida
Louisiana State University University
University of Georgia
Mississippi State University Cooperator
University of Missouri
North Carolina State University Sites
University of Tennessee
Oklahoma State University
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Texas A&M University
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Virginia Tech
Texas Agric. Experiment Station
Crop Tolerance
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Roundup Ready®
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Glyphosate tolerant
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Development of Additional Target
Roundup Ready Single internal
glyphosate tolerance field trials Launch*
Flex Cotton start field trial
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10. Technical Presentation
Roundup Ready® Flex Cotton
Field Testing
No. of field trial sites Field Research
250
• Efficacy testing
• Agronomic trials
200 • Regulatory studies
• University trials
• Seed company work
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11. Technical Presentation
Seed Companies
Monsanto expects to broadly license the
Roundup Ready Flex cotton trait.
Numerous seed companies are incorporating
Roundup Ready Flex cotton into their product
lines under existing R&D agreements.
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12. Technical Presentation
Roundup Ready®
Flex Cotton
Estimated Product Timelines
Event Testing & Selection 2000-02
Regulatory Trials 2002/03
Submissions to US, Japan* 2003/04
Approvals* 2005
Commercial Launch* 2006
*Targeted milestones and timelines. Commercialization will depend on many factors, including
successful completion of regulatory processes.
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