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Great article with Syngenta Group CIO & CDO Feroz Sheikh about the crucial role of AI in shaping a brighter future for farming. We believe technologies and tradition working in harmony will pave the way to a resilient and sustainable agriculture.

Employee well-being is one of our top priorities all-year round, and we’re excited to share the practical strategies we use to champion it for our colleagues globally. Please join our ‘Digital Wellness at Syngenta: Empowering Employees for a Balanced Tech Life’ LinkedIn Live on Thursday, Oct 17 at 11:30am CET. Event host and moderator Feroz Sheikh, our Chief Information & Digital Officer, will be joined by our inspiring colleagues: Sarah Mayor, Data Scientist Seline Girgis, Automation and Productivity Lead Diana-Maria Seserman, Postdoctoral Fellow Register for the event below and join us in two days to discover some key tips to a better balance in your own tech life.

How can we ensure a more resilient food supply in a changing climate? Today, FAO recognizes World Food Day under the theme “Right to foods for a better life and a better future.” 🌍 As plant breeders, we have a responsibility to bring forward innovation that makes vegetable crops more resilient in the face of rapidly changing climates and increasing threats from pests and diseases. Thanks to our amazing Syngenta Vegetable Seeds R&D team, we continue to introduce new vegetable varieties that are helping climate-proof growers’ crops. At our recent Fields of Innovation event in the Netherlands, we welcomed growers and ag industry professionals from around the world to experience first-hand our latest innovations in vegetables. Click below to learn more about our efforts in climate-focused breeding. 👇 https://lnkd.in/e8WQJDJe #WorldFoodDay #SyngentaVegetables #ClimateChange

At 75, Lilia Hallegado is a shining example of resilience, hard work and the power of partnership. Lilia’s journey as a rice farmer in Cuartero, Philippines, is a testament to what can be achieved with the right support: from addressing the challenges of climate change to paying off debts and funding her family's education. Through our innovative agricultural solutions and knowledge sharing, we’re enabling farmers like Lilia to not only sustain their livelihoods, but also shape a better future for the next generations. As part of our Crops and Cultures series, we’re honored to feature Lilia on International Day of Rural Women. She and countless women like her continue to inspire us with their dedication to sustainable farming. #RuralWomen #SustainableAgriculture #WomenInAgriculture

Holistic wellbeing is a cornerstone of our culture. 🌱 This month, we’ve engaged our colleagues in activities and workshops focusing on mindfulness, digital habits, nutrition, psychological safety, and more - because taking care of ourselves and each other is essential to help us build a diverse and healthy workspace. These initiatives reflect the breadth of our four holistic wellbeing pillars - and this World Mental Health Day, we're sharing them with you to raise awareness of how small changes can lead to great health improvements. We would love to know: which of these pillars matters the most to you? 💚

Data serves as the foundation for informed decision-making and innovation in modern farming. Our patented StalkCrusher™ technology is a precision-farming tool to measure stalk density and strength, using state-of-the-art sensors to gauge the accurate force needed during harvest. We use this data throughout the breeding process to create corn hybrids with stronger stalks. 🌽 This advanced data collection means we can conduct more thorough testing, leading to more accurate results for better-performing seeds. Our automation and engineering team brought this technology to life using creative tools like Lego Serious Play and 3D printing. Now, StalkCrusher™ is exclusively used in Syngenta R&D combines to deliver top-quality data, helping farmers choose the best hybrids for their fields. Watch how StalkCrusher™ works. 👇 #Innovation #AgTech #PrecisionFarming

Innovation is the seed of agricultural progress. 🌱 Our HI-Edit technology is a revolutionary, proprietary breeding method designed to shorten the time for trait introgression (TI). This pioneering discovery from our team of scientists enables us to create significant shortcuts in the breeding process – meaning we can deliver high-performing hybrids to farmers up to 2.5 years faster. HI-Edit earned our annual Science & Technology Prize, that honors our brilliant scientists and their extraordinary achievements. It’s an example of our commitment to pushing the boundaries of agricultural research, delivering solutions that benefit farmers worldwide. See how HI-Edit is transforming the agricultural landscape: https://lnkd.in/eBScDJS8 #HIEdit #Innovation #Agriculture #AgTech

We’re delighted to welcome Steven Hawkins, our new President of Syngenta Crop Protection! 👏 With more than three decades of experience in agriculture, Steve joins Syngenta from ADAMA Ltd., where he spent the last 4 years, finishing as CEO and President. Serving in several senior leadership roles at Syngenta, Steve brings a wealth of experience to the new role. Join us in giving Steve a warm welcome in the comments, and discover his passion for agriculture in the video below! If you’re interested in learning more about Steve, read this: https://bit.ly/3XVKnwv #Agriculture #Leadership

What comes to mind when you think of soil health? Soil is the foundation of our food systems. It has been called the next frontier for scientists to explore, as we develop solutions to safeguard this precious resource. We're on a mission to unlock the secrets of healthy soil. This begins at our Soil Health Research Center in Stein, Switzerland - where our brilliant colleagues are working to uncover solutions to better protect soil health. Step inside to learn more about our work in the second installment of our soil health series here: https://lnkd.in/ewJhJWMR #InnovationInAgriculture #AgTech #SoilHealth

We love sharing our vegetable varieties, and there is no better place to do that than Fields of Innovation! The forecasted 44mm of rain ended up being only 3mm, making for a fantastic week to visit the fields. 🎉 This global event brought together industry experts, passionate growers and customers representing 53 nationalities, who are working to shape a new future of agriculture. Fields of Innovation is a great opportunity to showcase our innovations that can help transform the way we grow and consume food. 🥗 By combining cutting-edge technologies with sustainable farming practices, we're cultivating connections among those committed to driving the agricultural industry forward. Check out our video for a quick tour through Fields of Innovation. A huge thank you to all the attendees! 👏 #SyngentaVegetableSeeds #FieldsOfInnovation