Visions and Objectives

Plants are the basis of our life. Throughout its history, mankind has continuously improved plants by means of crossing and selection. In the light of increasingly tight agricultural markets and rising food and energy prices, more and more people have come to realise that progress through plant breeding is a necessity. A growing world population and increasing welfare create an ever-rising demand for high-quality food.   
We, the plant breeding industry, are looking for solutions. We continue to enhance plants so as to meet the changing demands of the people and of the environment. Cutting-edge methods have to be applied to ensure continued breeding progress.

 
Our work stands for:

  • Improved plants
    Plant breeders continuously improve plants, the basis of life. They develop varieties with good resistance, high yield and valuable nutrient composition. They supply the basis for quality seeds.
  • Higher return on investments
    Plant breeders ensure higher return on investments in agriculture and in the food industries, thus ensuring their competitiveness. 
  • Healthier food
    Plant breeders make a substantial contribution to the production of safe and healthy food as well as to high-quality raw materials. 
  • Beautiful landscapes
    Plant breeders help maintain our cultural landscapes. They contribute to landscape ecology and the rich selection of varieties they provide helps to embellish our environments. 
  • Ecologically sustainable economy
    Plant breeding benefits the society. It helps create a sustainable and environment-friendly economy. It is an industry for our future,

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