Wageningen, The Netherlands
January 7, 2025
As part of Solynta’s growth strategy and expansion of its global commercial activities, Mark Hoogendoorn has joined Solynta as Sales Lead as per January 1, 2025. In this role, he is responsible for leading the Sales and Business Development team and expanding the commercial introduction of Solynta’s true potato seeds around the globe.
"In recent years, we have begun introducing our true potato seeds to potato growers and seed distributors across various regions worldwide. Collaborating closely with vegetable seed distributors and potato growers, we are launching our innovative potato varieties in areas with strong market potential, in alignment with our ambitious company strategy. We are thrilled by the significant progress our company has made and are confident that Mark’s expertise and skills will drive sales and forge new partnerships globally. As an accomplished sales manager with extensive experience in the seed industry, he possesses the qualities needed to strengthen our position as the leader in true potato seeds," says Joost van Regteren, Chief Commercial Officer at Solynta.
Previously, Mark was responsible for the sales of seed technologies at Incotec in the EMEA market for the business units vegetables, flowers and analytical services.
"Solynta’s hybrid breeding technology revolutionizes agriculture by enabling potato growers to sustainably cultivate nutritious potatoes from true potato seeds rather than relying on seed tubers from previous harvests. This innovative approach allows for the continuous development of improved potato varieties with desirable traits such as high disease resistance, increased yields, and reduced reliance on chemicals. Solynta’s true potato seeds provide growers with a sustainable solution to meet the rising demand for quality starting material, address global challenges like water scarcity, and promote healthy nutrition. I am thrilled to be part of this potato revolution”, Mark Hoogendoorn concludes.
About Solynta
Solynta is a pioneer in the development of hybrid true potato seeds, driven by the mission to improve food security and sustainability through innovative breeding technologies. With a focus on delivering clean, high-quality seeds that enable farmers worldwide to achieve higher yields and greater resilience, Solynta is at the forefront of a new agricultural revolution. For more information, please visit www.solynta.com.
For sales information: sales@solynta.com
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