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ICARDA’s Ryan Receives IFA Honor
April 21, 2006
Dr. John Ryan was selected as the recipient of the International Fertilizer Industry Association (IFA) International Crop Nutrition Award for his work to improve soil fertility and make agriculture more successful in various parts of the world using proven modern approaches. His rigorous site-specific systems have led to successful responses in numerous countries, and incorporate the management of soil fertility, irrigation, and industrial and urban waste.
Syngenta Launches Venture Fund
April 11, 2006
Syngenta has invested US $100 million in a Boston, Massachusetts, US-based venture fund known as LSP BioVentures. The biotech venture capital fund will be managed by Life Science Partners (LSP).
DuPont, Syngenta Form JV
April 10, 2006
Two of the world's largest seed genetics companies, Syngenta Seeds, Inc. and DuPont's Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc., have formed a joint venture (JV) to out-license genetics to US and Canadian seed companies, with the possibility of expanding worldwide, according to a joint press release from the two companies.
Syngenta Names Communications Head
April 6, 2006
Syngenta today announced that Carsten Tilger has been named Head of Communications and Public Affairs. He will be based at Syngenta's corporate headquarters in Basel, Switzerland, and reports to CEo Michael Pragnell.
Exosect, Intrachem Partner In Product Development
April 4, 2006
Exosect Ltd., a provider of environmentally-friendly insect control products, and Intrachem Bio International’s Italian subsidiary Bio Italia, have formed a product development agreement to expand Exosect’s products thoughtout Italy.
Philom Bios Expands Business
April 4, 2006
Canada-based Philom Bios Inc. announced two deals that expand the company’s offerings and global footprint.
J. Oliver Products Launches In US
April 4, 2006
