DES MOINES - Tom Konopacki, new Pioneer sales professional of Tom Konopacki Agency, Monroe, recently attended a two-day meeting at Pioneer Hi-Bred's headquarters in Johnston, Iowa. The event, which was the culmination of the initial training and orientation to Pioneer for Tom Konopacki, included laboratory and plot tours to showcase the newest research innovations and experimental trials.

Presentations by Pioneer scientists and senior leadership provided further insight into research and growth plans.

"An essential element of our goal to place the right Pioneer brand product on the right acre is the skill and knowledge of our Pioneer sales representatives," Judd O'Connor, Pioneer VP-Regional Business Director-U.S, said in a release. "This week's activities, coupled with the extensive training conducted by our local field sales staff, help ensure that Tom Konopacki provides the products and services to best meet customers' needs."

Pioneer Hi-Bred, a DuPont business headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, is a developer and supplier of advanced plant genetics, providing seeds to farmers in more than 90 countries, as well as agronomic support and services to help increase farmer productivity and profitability.