DuPont Professional Products Welcomes Mike Weissman as North Central Sales Representative 
 
Weissman Joins Growing Professional Products Sales Team.

WILMINGTON, Del., June 26, 2006 - DuPont Professional Products today announced Mike Weissman as the latest member to join their sales team.

Weissman, located in St. Louis, Mo., brings more than 20 years of sales experience to his new position. He will lead sales efforts in the north central section of the United States, including Ohio, Illinois, Minnesota and the Dakotas. He draws from his sales experience in both manufacturing and distribution areas to contribute greatly to his record of achievement across pest management and turf industries.

“Mike is a welcomed addition to the Professional Products sales team,” said Mike McDermott, global business leader, DuPont Professional Products. “His expertise in the areas of marketing, customer service, motivation, and regional management will further assist DuPont Professional Products as we continue to offer new innovations and future product offerings for the pest control and green industries.”

Headquartered in Wilmington, Del., DuPont Professional Products brings the company’s tradition of science, innovation and safety to the pest management and green industries. DuPont Professional Products’ global portfolio includes DuPont™ TranXit® herbicide, DuPont™ Advion® fire ant bait, DuPont™ Advion® cockroach gel bait, Lightening™ insecticide (available in Japan) and Aperion™ termiticide (available in Japan).

For more information, contact DuPont Professional Products at
1-888-6DuPont (1-888-638-7668) or visit proproducts.dupont.com .

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6/26/06

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