floriNEWS Magazine.pdf Jul. 2014 | Page 5

3 OUR TAKE One solutiontogether to grow understanding will never fit all, our approach is to work At Syngenta, we understand the grower’s language and recognize the challenges they go through. We are aware that the greenhouse environment is not always perfect; hence we introduced Hicure®, a biostimulant with the most concentrated amino acid in the market to mitigate against both the biotic and abiotic stress conditions. Hicure works as an anti-stress assuring growers consistent quantity and quality production throughout the year regardless of the biotic stresses caused by diseases such as Agrobactrium and abiotic stresses due to prolonged cold weather conditions experienced in June to July. Hicure® enhances production even under difficult environmental conditions. Margaret Njambi Technical Manager, East Africa e: [email protected] With the ability to learn from the emerging market trends Syngenta has demonstrated an enormous potential to spur continued growth of cut flowers business in the region. Syngenta focusses on providing new solutions to farmers that goes beyond pest and disease management contributing towards overall plant health and sustainability. Testimonials from growers using Actara® and Ortiva® Top attest to the improved crop vigor and the efficient water utilization by the crops contributing to overall yield and quality improvement. Kennedy Onyango Key Account Manager, e: [email protected] ()