Monsanto shareholders back Bayer's $57 bn takeover
Under terms of merger agreement, Monsanto shareowners will receive $128 per share in cash at closing of merger
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Monsanto shareowners approved a $57-billion merger with Bayer.
About 99% of all votes cast were voted in favor of merger.
Under terms of merger agreement, Monsanto shareowners will receive $128 per share in cash at closing of merger.
Close of transaction expected by end of 2017.