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Anniversary in Peru
Our breeding station in Tambogrande (in the Piura region), which bundles our activities in Peru, has existed since 2014. The subtropical climate makes it possible to grow up to three generations a year in the fields there. We breed corn and sunflower for the European, American and South American markets at the station in Tambogrande. Its 10th anniversary this year was therefore a fine occasion for Felix Büchting, the Spokesperson of our Executive Board, to take a look in February at what our colleagues do there. The team was delighted at his visit and showed him the new sunflower breeding nursery, the corn breeding and doubled haploid program and the greenhouses, among other things. Following a presentation and discussion of KWS’ strategy, the visit was concluded with a small ceremony with local food and dancing. Read more in the station profile in this issue. |
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The exhibition has moved from the BiT Plaza to its new location.
Genome editing exhibition moves
Moving day for the Genome Editing Exhibition: discover it now in its new home at the entrance of the BiT1 in Einbeck. Infographics and a new digital poster explain the science behind and societal benefits of genome editing, and how we use it at KWS. The exhibition aims at showing KWS as a supporter of genome editing, which is an important part of the breeders’ toolbox as a fast and precise breeding method. New Breeding Methods (NBMs) are currently a hot topic, particularly due to ongoing EU discussions about proposed legislation that would no longer classify all genome-edited crops as GMOs. The electronic and printable exhibition materials are available via corporate-communication@kws.com. |
To the interactive exhibition at its old location
New visitor experience
People, innovations, traditions: All that makes KWS special – and us unique. The new visitor exhibition in Einbeck now offers insights into our almost 170-year history and our strategy for the future. The tour begins in the Forum with portraits of current employees: a look at our diversity as an international company and at the various professions we offer. In the history shelf that follows, you need to take a close look. That’s because each exhibit on the shelf represents a special moment in KWS’ history or reflects our corporate values. Our green sofa then invites visitors to linger and learn more about the generational change at KWS, facts, figures and background information – and where our vision and mission will take us in the coming years. Last but not least, after climbing a flight of stairs, you’ll soon be able to discover a timeline of the last 170 years of KWS in the auditorium. |
Expansion of the seed plant doubles its capacities.
Ukrainian seed for Europe
We have been exporting seed from our Ukrainian production site in Kamianets-Podilskyi to EU markets since the fall of 2021. The aim now was to grow further in this market. Despite some challenges, first and foremost the project’s temporary halt due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, we pressed ahead with that goal. At the end of 2023, the project to double the seed plant’s capacity to 700,000 units of corn seed was completed with a total investment of some €35 million. The expansion will provide additional seed for Ukraine and Europe and support local agriculture. |
KWS surfing tip
Have you spent ages searching for information and the right ticket at Matrix42? Well now there’s a far quicker way with the new landing pages. Everything at a glance – and at a click: In addition to tickets, templates for the service catalog and knowledge base articles, there are now also links to self-service applications. As a result, the entire service portfolio of a department is presented on one clearly arranged page.
The landing pages are divided into thematic clusters that allow the content to be categorized. A color coding system makes it easier to navigate and find information. A legend guides you through the landing pages by explaining the color scheme of the services, while highlighted tiles show the most frequently and urgently needed services. |
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