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## People 

Since announcing our new strategy, we have made significant progress in transitioning Syngenta to a fully integrated organization. This success has been possible through the focus and dedication of our people, and the ways in which they have worked together throughout the year. 

## Bringing the strategy to life 

In 2011, we enabled our employees to learn more about the new strategy while deepening their understanding of the grower’s world. One example of this is the crop demonstration day events where leaders from each of our crop teams share with employees their knowledge, insights and personal passion for what Syngenta can achieve with growers. More than 1,700 employees have attended demonstration day events since July 2011. Through 2012, demonstration day events will be held in each territory. 

Employees are also encouraged to complete an interactive e-learning agronomy program, which covers the challenges and decisions growers face before, on and after the farm. 

## Building future knowledge and capabilities 

Major reorganization has resulted in many employees taking on different roles and responsibilities that require changes in capabilities and new ways of collaborating and working together. A key part of our integration has been to ensure Seeds and Crop Protection employees share experiences and 

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learn from each others’ expertise. This enables us to develop innovative solutions for our customers, and to equip our sales organization to develop new ways of selling our products and solutions to customers. 

Our Marketing and Sales Excellence (MaSE) program has been expanded to support the development of new marketing and sales capabilities, readying territory leadership teams to implement their integrated crop strategies. 

We have also established the Syngenta Breeding Academy to build the critical skills and competencies needed to enhance our plant breeding capabilities. The multi-level approach leverages both internal and external knowledge through partnerships and active participation from Syngenta experts. 

## Grow with a business where your work matters 

During this time of critical change, our strong culture provides continuity and stability. We are committed to ensuring our people understand our purpose and strategy along with the challenges growers face every day. It is equally important for each employee to understand the role they play in delivering it. 

Our continued investment in our people focuses on building the skills required for the future, while providing employees with an opportunity to “grow with a business where your work matters” – within a culture that empowers people to make a real contribution that is both recognized and rewarded. 

## Growing with Syngenta 

I broadened both my professional and personal horizons. I became better at adapting to new situations – a skill that is very beneficial as we implement our integrated strategy. 

MadalenaAlbuquerque Head of Cereals and Diverse Field Crops Iberia at Syngenta 

More online www.syngenta.com/ar2011 

