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  "name": "Bayer Crop Science (formerly Monsanto)",
  "description": "Bayer Crop Science is the agricultural division of the German pharmaceutical and life sciences company Bayer AG. Formed significantly through the 2018 acquisition of Monsanto, it is a global leader in the development of seeds, biotechnology trait research, and crop protection chemicals. The division focuses on high-yield agriculture, digital farming tools, and sustainable crop management solutions.",
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  "updatedAt": "2026-05-27T23:21:34.802+00:00",
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    "founded": "1863 (Bayer Parent) / 2002 (CropScience as a division)",
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    "pricing_model": "Enterprise/Custom (tiered based on acreage and region)",
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    "target_markets": "Commercial farmers, industrial agriculture firms, and regional agricultural distributors.",
    "employee_count": "~35,000 (Division level)",
    "funding_stage": "Public (BAYN:GR)",
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