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Syngenta

Seeking Novel Varieties of Plants for Ornamental Use

Prize: $2,000
Contest Closed: Jan-31-16


The Challenge:

Syngenta, a leading ornamental plant producer, is seeking germplasm for various plants that meet the following criteria:
  • Not already commercially available
  • Are available according to the Nagoya Protocol for genetic biodiversity
  • For ornamental flowers, ornamental vegetables or other ornamental plants except trees, shrubs and cut flowers

The client is NOT seeking:
  • Trees
  • Shrubs
  • Cut flowers
  • Genetically modified plants
  • Varieties that are already commercially available throughout the United States


The $2,000 prize will be awarded to the person submitting the best lead or referral.
Breeders will have the chance of their variety being considered for a licensing deal.

Please submit your entries by clicking on the button below and completing the submission form.