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The new program has
incorporated a number of
features targeted at growers,
including invite-only workshops
and training sessions along
with individual technical
support. Growers can also
access a redesigned potato
nozzle, which helps to deliver
products in an efficient and
effective way.
For the first time, a specific
rural supplier focus has been
developed as an extension to
the program. Potato Partners
Rewards is an exclusive,
invitation-only program for
rural suppliers who support
potato producers.
“One of the most valuable
benefits to being a Rewards
member is the ability to
participate in new product trials
and training on application best
practice and new technologies
that can help deliver better
results for potato growers,”
Mr Packard said.
Over the next few years, it
is expected there will be a
number of industry-changing
introductions that will come
through Syngenta’s R&D
pipeline, bringing significant
benefits to Australian potato
growers. By becoming a
Potato Partner, growers can
gain an exclusive insight into
these updates before they are
launched to the wider industry.
in meeting their production
challenges and it has evolved
over the past decade,
continuing to deliver value to
growers and industry.
Syngenta Product Lead –
Potatoes, Richard Packard,
explains the benefits that
have resulted from the
program’s implementation.
“Hundreds of growers have
been able to improve their cash
flow, productivity and yields,
and it has provided a launch
pad for a number of innovative
products into the industry,
such as Ridomil Gold® 480SL,
Amistar Top® and Boxer
Gold®,” Mr Packard said.
The interactive grower
program is based on three
pillars: products, innovation
and support. Access to new
technologies and innovations is
also offered through technical
resources and local expertise.
P
roducing sustainable,
premium potatoes is a vital
component to every successful
potato growing operation.
It is also important to keep
updated about the latest
products, technologies and
innovations, particularly in
terms of local and global
R&D. This extends to crop
establishment, from the
growing stage through to
post-harvest.
To accommodate growers’
needs, Syngenta has launched
its potato program, Potato
Partners, for the 2016/17
season. It’s now open to more
potato growers and rural
suppliers, with even more
exclusive benefits.
The program was first launched
in 2006 to assist growers
To become a Potato
Partners member or for
more information, please
visit
syngenta.com.au/potatopartners or talk
to your local Syngenta
representative.
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RETURNING FOR ANOTHER YEAR IS POTATO PARTNERS, A PROGRAM THAT ALLOWS
POTATO GROWERS AND SUPPLIERS ACCESS TO A WIDE RANGE OF PRODUCTS,
INFORMATION AND SUPPORT. THE PROGRAM HAS ADDED A NUMBER OF NEW
FEATURES AS WELL AS RURAL SUPPLIER-FOCUSED EXTENSION.
Refreshed potato program aims to deliver
grower benefits
Potato Partners provides growers and rural suppliers access to quality products, new
technologies and innovations, all supported by an experienced local technical team.
Industry program