These statements
are based on current expectations and currently available information.

However, since these statements are based on factors that involve risks and
uncertainties, the company's actual performance and results may differ
materially from those described or implied by such forward-looking statements.87
In-Process R+D Write-Off Related to the
Seminis and Emergent Acquisitions 0.

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"The financial discipline
we have exercised has also allowed us to establish a solid foundation which is
poised for growth in the years ahead . Crews' presentation slides will also be archived at the Investor
Relations section of Monsanto 's website at http://www.05


Reconciliation of Free Cash Flow: Free cash flow represents the total of
cash flows from operations and investing activities.

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During the last century,
world demand for food continues to rise and many innovations have helped
farmers defend against these pests . Monsanto expects net cash provided by operations to be
approximately $1.

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Live Deliciously! -- The 'California Grown' Way

91
Solutia-Related Charge 0.

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Leaders from the American Soybean Association (ASA,) the National Corn
Growers Association (NCGA) and the National Cotton Council (NCC) are all
commemorating the planting of the billionth acre of biotech-enhanced
agricultural commodities in the world.
If all Californians make an effort to consciously apply the new dietary
guidelines and increase their intake of California grown products, they have
the power to positively impact not only their health, but also the state's
economy .S. Crews' presentation will be part of the 35th Annual Investment
Conference sponsored by Banc of America Securities.com .


Total Monsanto Company and Subsidiaries:
Fiscal Year
2005
Target

Diluted Earnings Per Share $0.82 - $0.

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7 billion), and net cash required by financing activities to
be approximately $(550) million, resulting in a net decrease in cash and cash
equivalents of approximately $(550) million.veracast.

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Free Lifestyle + Recipe Brochure Helps Consumers Embrace New USDA Guidelines
and the Golden State 's Agricultural Bounty

SACRAMENTO, Calif.com/webcasts/bas/35th-annual-2005/id42307551.

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com /broadcast/21858/consumer.

About The Buy California Marketing Agreement
The Buy California Marketing Agreement is a joint effort of agricultural
industry groups representing the products of California's farms, ranches,
forests and fisheries. The company disclaims any current intention or obligation to
revise or update any forward-looking statements or any of the factors that may
affect actual results, whether as a result of new information, future events
or otherwise.

Total Monsanto Company and Subsidiaries: Fiscal Year 2005
Target (in millions)

Net Cash Provided by Operations $1,700
Net Cash Required by Investing Activities $(1,700 )
Free Cash Flow --
Net Cash Required by Financing Activities $(550)
Net Decrease in Cash and Cash Equivalents $(550)

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This historic occurrence takes place
during this, the tenth year of commercial planting of biotech-enhanced crops. The brochure also incorporates the recently revised USDA dietary
guidelines into six healthy, delicious and easy-to-prepare recipes, including
Spicy Salmon with Tomato and Avocado Salsa, Grilled Turkey with Peachy
Barbecue Sauce and a Fruit Tart with Walnut Crust.californiagrown.
Following today's live broadcast, scheduled for 10:30 a.

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"Live Deliciously!" features ideas to help Californians maintain a healthy
lifestyle and take full advantage of the fresh, locally grown items at their
fingertips.87 on a reported basis , and $2.com.

Cautionary Statements Regarding Forward-Looking Information:
Certain statements contained in this release are "forward-looking
statements," such as statements concerning the company's anticipated financial
results, current and future product performance, regulatory approvals ,
business and financial plans and other non-historical facts.00 - $2.

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VIDEO PROVIDED BY: American Soybean Association

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org to download a copy, or mail a letter-
sized, self -addressed stamped envelope to "California Grown" at 1220 N Street,
Room A-446; Sacramento, CA 95814 . Monsanto Confirms Fiscal Year 2005 Earnings Per Share Guidance; Updates
Fiscal Year 2005 Free Cash Flow Guidance

SAN FRANCISCO, In a presentation today,
Monsanto Company 's (NYSE: MON) Executive Vice President and Chief Financial
Officer Terry Crews will outline paths for continued growth of Monsanto's
strategy.05 on an
ongoing basis.

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Monsanto Chief Financial Officer Says Recent Success Sets the Stage for Growth in 2006-2007

Crews will note that the company 's discipline over the last two years has
resulted in an established seeds and traits platform for fiscal year 2005, and
has reinforced its ability to grow in the years ahead.82 to $0. Crews said the improvement in free cash flow was
driven primarily by improvements in working capital compared with the previous
estimate.7 billion, net cash required by investing activities to be
approximately $(1. To access the webcast of this presentation, go to:
http://www.
Monsanto will report its complete financial results for the fourth quarter
and fiscal year 2005 on Wednesday, October 12.
Factors that could cause or contribute to such differences include, among
others: the company 's exposure to various contingencies, including those
related to Solutia Inc. Undue reliance should not be placed
on these forward-looking statements, which are current only as of the date of
this release.

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The "California Grown" campaign is funded through public and private
contributions by the U.org .S.
Reconciliation of EPS to Ongoing EPS: Ongoing EPS is calculated excluding
certain after-tax items which Monsanto does not consider part of ongoing
operations.39)
Restructuring Charges - Net 0.

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One of the most significant advancements
in agriculture has been seed-breeding programs that utilize plant
biotechnology.
For a copy of the new "Live Deliciously!" brochure, consumers can either
visit http://www.

03
Income on Discontinued Operations and
Related Restructuring (0.

This category lists Marketing and PR firms focusing on the Agriculture and Forestry sectors .

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Department of Agriculture, the California Department
of Food and Agriculture, and the following California agricultural
organizations:

-- California Apple Commission
-- California Aquaculture Association
-- California Asparagus Commission
-- California Avocado Commission
-- California Cherry Advisory Board
-- California Citrus Growers Association
-- California Cling Peach Board
-- California Cut Flower Commission
-- California Fig Advisory Board
-- California Forest Products Commission
-- California Garlic Producers Association
-- California Kiwifruit Commission
-- California Milk Advisory Board
-- California Nectarine Administrative Committee
-- California Olive Committee
-- California Peach Commodity Committee
-- California Pear Advisory Board
-- California Plum Marketing Board
-- California Poultry Federation/Chicken
-- California Poultry Federation/Turkey
-- California Raisin Marketing Board
-- California Salmon Council
-- California Sheep Commission
-- California Strawberry Commission
-- California Table Grape Commission
-- California Tomato Commission
-- California Walnut Commission
-- California Wild Rice Advisory Board
-- Wine Institute

For more information , visit http://www.03)
Diluted Earnings per Share from Ongoing Business $2.

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, What makes the California
lifestyle so unique? How can Californians take full advantage of the state's
great products and live a healthy life? The statewide "California Grown"
program is providing consumers with tips, tools and recipes they need to help
them "Live Deliciously!" in a newly released free brochure. Working as an advisory board to the California
Department of Food and Agriculture, BCMA brings together industry and
government resources to increase the awareness, consumption and value of
California agricultural products, helping the state's consumers enjoy the best
of the California lifestyle.m.66
Tax Benefit on Loss from European Wheat
and Barley Business (0.

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Fiscal Year 2005 Guidance
Crews will also confirm earnings per share (EPS) guidance for fiscal year
2005 in range of $0.

RECONCILIATIONS OF NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES
The presentations of ongoing earnings per share (EPS) and free cash flow
are not intended to replace net income (loss), cash flows, financial position
or comprehensive income (loss), and they are not measures of financial
performance as determined in accordance with generally accepted accounting
principles (GAAP) in the United States.

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The benefits of these new crops include reduced pesticide use
and improved yields, which helps lower the cost of food and fiber production.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Video, hard copy requests, contact information and
more available at http://www.
"Our strategic evolution has established Monsanto as the leading innovator
in agricultural seeds and technology," says Crews."
Crews believes Monsanto 's growth will come from two key areas: the
accelerated growth of the company's core business primarily driven by its corn
seeds and traits business, and through the recent acquisitions of the Seminis
vegetable seed and Emergent cotton seed businesses. Securities and Exchange Commission.

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Farmers Recognize Planting of One-Billionth Acre of Biotech-Enhanced Crops

Monsanto Company is a leading global provider of technology-based
solutions and agricultural products that improve farm productivity and food
quality.

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Crop Biotechnology Has Increased Yield and Benefited the Environment

NEW YORK, As long as there has been farming, weeds
and insects have decreased agricultural output .

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00 to $2. PDT (1:30 EDT),
a replay of the webcast will be available for two weeks through this same
link. For more information on Monsanto, see: http://www.

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Additionally, Monsanto now expects that free cash flow will roughly break
even for fiscal year 2005, compared with the previous estimate in the range of
negative $400 million.cfm .

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Crews' presentation slides and a simultaneous audio webcast of the
presentation will be available through Banc of America's conference web site
today.monsanto., litigation, intellectual property, regulatory
compliance (including seed quality ), environmental contamination and
antitrust; successful completion and operation of recent and proposed
acquisitions; fluctuations in exchange rates and other developments related
to foreign currencies and economies; increased generic and branded competition
for the company's Roundup(R) agricultural herbicides; the accuracy of the
company's estimates and projections, for example, those with respect to
product returns and grower use of the company's products and related
distribution inventory levels; the effect of weather conditions and commodity
markets on the agriculture business; the success of the company's research and
development activities and the speed with which regulatory authorizations and
product launches may be achieved; domestic and foreign social, legal and
political developments , especially those relating to agricultural products
developed through biotechnology; the company 's ability to successfully market
new and existing products in new and existing domestic and international
markets; the company's ability to obtain payment for the products that it
sells; the company's ability to achieve and maintain protection for its
intellectual property; the company's ability to fund its short-term financing
needs; and other risks and factors detailed in the company's filings with the
U. The following tables reconcile
ongoing EPS and free cash flow to the respective most directly comparable
financial measure calculated in accordance with GAAP.

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