At Monsanto, we foster an environment of inclusiveness and collaboration throughout our more than 400 global locations. We see the diversity of our more than 21,000 employees as a critical piece of our plan to meet the needs of farmers all over the world.

That’s why our teams have employees who live and work near the communities where our customers farm. They are the link between the workplace and marketplace. Their diverse cultures are a huge benefit to us and provide viewpoints that we would not otherwise have.

We support nine employee-led diversity groups that provide networking and learning opportunities for people with varied backgrounds. Senior leaders act as liaisons for each of these groups and provide leadership support as needed.

We also formed a Diversity Council in 2007. This Council seeks to advance our culture around inclusion and assist in developing diversity champions at every level of the organization. To make sure we link the importance of diversity to driving innovation and delivering strategic business results, this Council is helmed by our strategy/operations director.

Nine Diversity Networks

Monsanto Asian Connection – launched in 2003 as a diversity network focused on developing Asian American employee cultures within Monsanto.

ENCOMPASS – a resource group for our gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender employees and their advocates.

African Americans in Monsanto  – works to continuously develop African American employees in support of Monsanto’s goals and objectives, and creating an inclusive environment that enables African Americans to be successful while adding value to the company.

Monsanto Latin Network – enhances the Monsanto experience by creating development opportunities for its members, fostering leadership, leveraging and raising the awareness of Latin diversity, and creating a sense of community.

Monsanto Young Professionals – provides young professionals in their 20s and 30s with the unique opportunity to connect with peers and management, explore Monsanto’s global business, gain leadership experience and give back to the community.

Monsanto St. Louis Women’s Network – focuses on leadership development, mentoring and building relationships within the organization.

The Family Network – enhances our efforts to create an environment where contributions at work are balanced with employees’ fulfillment of personal and family responsibilities.

VANGUARD (Veterans and National Guardsmen) – formed to assist with attracting, developing and retaining talented employees who have a military background.

The Access Network – supports the retention, recruitment and advancement of our employees, candidates and guests with visible and hidden disabilities.

Enhancing Company Culture

At Monsanto, we are constantly learning and making improvements so we can attract and retain the best talent and provide a work environment that encourages and rewards loyalty, hard work and passion. In our vision for this culture, diversity is a cornerstone. Our people proudly sponsor efforts that support career development, networking, recruitment, promotion of cultural awareness and the creation of an inclusive environment.

We continue to look for ways to support our employees, enhance our culture of inclusion, broaden our perspectives and go beyond just thinking about diversity in terms of race and gender. After all, supporting our employees and promoting an inclusive environment is critical for business.