Syngenta Is Committed to Collaborative Relationships

Behind every great industry stands a legion of thinkers and doers whose diverse backgrounds and talents keep the engine of innovation humming. Agriculture is no exception. From the scientist working on the next game-changing trait to the reseller determining how to best bring barren winter fields to life this spring, agriculture never rests because, in this industry, people’s pursuit of excellence never ends.

At Syngenta, we understand having the right relationships in place is essential to delivering superior products and services to the farm. That’s why we hire, develop and retain the best people. Our goal is to earn our customers’ trust by being the most collaborative, forward-thinking team in agriculture. To achieve this goal, all of our 28,000 employees worldwide must share the same passion — to help farmers prosper.

This issue of Thrive explores the human resources needed to keep that passion ignited and agriculture vibrant. In one article, recruiting experts discuss tips for launching successful careers in ag, while a related infographic answers some of the most pressing questions job seekers may have.

Thrive also underscores that people’s motivations for choosing professions in agriculture are as diverse as the opportunities the industry offers. For example, experiences in their urban upbringings inspired the two 2019 Syngenta scholarship recipients to pursue agricultural-related degrees. However, for the latest #RootedinAg Contest winner, her older brother and childhood memories on the family farm profoundly impacted her decision to carve out a life in agriculture.

At Syngenta, we understand having the right relationships in place is essential to delivering superior products and services to the farm. … Our goal is to earn our customers’ trust by being the most collaborative, forward-thinking team in agriculture.”

Of course, the voices of industry veterans inject the wisdom and common sense needed to keep agriculture moving ahead. Seasoned growers and agronomists from Georgia to North Dakota tell Thrive how the lessons they learned in 2019 are helping them proactively build pest management programs in 2020.

As the third decade of the 21^st century begins, the agricultural community is like a patchwork quilt, with its members representing unique patterns of fabric, interwoven to build a unified whole. On behalf of everyone at Syngenta, thank you for contributing to this remarkable community with your industry know-how, dedication and support.