Emergent Genetics Inc. was a seed and related biotechnology company with operations in the U.S., Europe and India and had a strategic product focus on cotton, rice, wheat and vegetables. As such it was one of the world's leaders in the application of new technologies for development of cotton seed that is resistant to insects and herbicides. Emergent Genetics, Inc. marketed its products in various markets under its highly regarded brands names.

In India, Emergent sold products under the brands of Paras and Mahendra and was one of the largest and most profitable hybrid seed companies in India, with particular strength in cotton, sorghum and pearl millet. It was technology-driven, offering high quality, value-added research products and services to increase the productivity and profitability of Indian farmers, improve quality of food, and bring stability in farming systems with specific focus on resource poor marginal farmers and thus support India in its efforts towards achieving sustainable agriculture.

In the United States, Emergent sold Stoneville Pedigreed and NexGen brand seed and was the second largest commercial breeder, producer and marketer of elite cotton varieties sold as planting seed to cotton growers. Stoneville was recognized worldwide for its high quality products and for its contributions to the cotton industry. Emergent's business included research and/or production facilities across 14 U.S. states.

Internationally, Emergent maintained a leadership position in cotton with operations in Spain, Greece and Turkey. Emergent was also a market leader in the vegetable seed sectors in Scandinavia and developing markets such as India, Spain and Latin America.

Emergent Genetics, Inc. was acquired by Monsanto Company on April 5, 2005. .