Recognizing the potential for intentional misuse of agrochemicals, we continue to work with the World Health Organization, International Association for Suicide Prevention and other bodies to combat pesticide-related suicides in over 40 countries. 

Integrated solutions such as PLENE ®  and TEGRA ™  will be a focus area for our stewardship teams in 2012. We have already developed more sophisticated support for these products and will continue to ensure that we meet the same stewardship standards for integrated solutions as for more conventional products. 

## Compliance and risk 

management Compliance and risk management are at the heart of protecting the value of our business and the safety of our people, our business partners and the communities in which we operate. Syngenta has a formal, coordinated process for actively identifying, mapping, monitoring and controlling risk – whether it is financial, operational or strategic. 

The Syngenta Code of Conduct drives the way we work and how we interact with stakeholders. It sets out clear ethical, environmental and social responsibilities that all employees must adhere to in everything they do. The Code, together with supporting policies and programs, helps to minimize risks to our business and ensures we comply with local and national regulations in the markets in which we operate. We comply with all laws, as well as national and international codes and conventions, and uphold the principles set out in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the International Labor Organization’s Core Conventions. 

Internal controls help monitor our performance. Our global team of compliance officers works directly with managers around the world to ensure the implementation of consistent policies and guidelines. These managers comprise representatives from legal, financial compliance, risk management, corporate responsibility, security, and health, safety and environment. 

Employees are encouraged to report any suspected breaches, and Syngenta has in place a global helpline to facilitate anonymous whistleblowing. Compliance and risk management are everybody’s responsibility. We have established processes to train and support our employees on compliance matters. 

In 2011, Syngenta launched global anti-bribery, gifts and entertainment, and anti-fraud policies. These address bribery in both the public and private sectors, and prohibit facilitation payments. Charitable contributions, sponsorships, donations, and political contributions are also addressed. The policies are cascaded through Syngenta’s management to all employees, and face-to-face training is provided to selected employee groups. 

