Syngenta Group Recognized as Top Ag Employer by Science Magazine Survey; Trevor Hohls and Warren Kruger Detail


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Mon. October 30th, 2023 - by Jenna Plasterer

BASEL, SWITZERLAND - An unwavering commitment to its employees, research and development, collaboration, and innovation leadership has earned Syngenta Group another recognition as one of the world’s top five leading employers in the 2023 Science Careers Top Employers Survey.

Trevor Hohls, Global Head of Seeds Development, Syngenta Group“We are excited that Syngenta Group is again being named as the No. 1 agricultural employer,” said Trevor Hohls, Global Head of Seeds Development. “We pride ourselves on the common vision of becoming the most diverse, trusted, and innovative team committed to driving farmer success. This consecutive recognition is an amazing tribute to all our employees who live this mission every single day.”

Syngenta Group employs 59,000 people across more than 100 countries, working toward the ambitious goal of feeding the 8 billion people on Earth, a press release detailed.

Syngenta Group has garnered another recognition as one of the world’s top five leading employers in the 2023 Science Careers Top Employers Survey

As part of its commitment to innovation leadership, Syngenta Seeds held a grand opening for its R&D Innovation Center in Malta, Illinois, which joins a connected, modern ecosystem of more than 150 Syngenta R&D and production sites worldwide.

Warren Kruger, Head of Field Crops Seeds Development, North America, Syngenta Group“A key to the success of this new, and our others, facility will be attracting and keeping top talent,” said Warren Kruger, Head of Field Crops Seeds Development, North America at Syngenta. “It starts with providing a work environment that is both challenging and rewarding, giving teams access to the latest technology, and providing support from a leadership team that values, promotes, and recognizes innovation.”

Syngenta has also been exploring developing technologies like AI, machine learning, and deep learning, seeking ways to optimize the value they can bring to agriculture.

As part of its commitment to innovation leadership, Syngenta Seeds held a grand opening for its R&D Innovation Center in Malta, Illinois, which joins a modern ecosystem of more than 150 Syngenta R&D and production sites worldwide

As the release went on to note, investing in innovation and exceptional talent has been a driver of growth in recent years and will continue to play a critical role in the future.

“To achieve our goals, our scientific teams must continue to seek better ways to master our craft and hone our skills,” said Hohls. “This is essential as we pursue the advancements and innovations that will be necessary to meet the nutritional requirements of a growing world population and do it in a way that is sustainable for future generations.”

Congrats to Syngenta on this recent achievement!

Syngenta Group