Pioneer's seed packaging continued to evolve when in 1986, corn became packaged by kernels per unit rather than as 50-pound bags. Today's seed bags are a result of the mid-1980s prototype. Heat-sealed paper bags were introduced in 1985. In addition, a diagonal stripe was added to identify endosperm type or seed color. Today, the growing number of products and management complexity of new products on the market requires more product-specific labeling.
Pioneer continues to evaluate and modify labeling as needed.
Pioneer is also color-coding its bag tags according to the specialty trait or technology trait segment rather than by individual hybrid or variety. The color system helps differentiate specialty traits. Most importantly, it will help customers better manage their crops. Red Conventional Hybrids Golden Yellow 1 Registered trademark of the Aventis Group. 3 Registered trademark of, and used under license from, Monsanto Company.