With the 300+ Bushel Initiative, PRIDE Seeds has moved beyond the “amazing acre” and taken a leadership position in the challenge of addressing whole-farm yield barriers, and increasing yields and profitability for growers.
PRIDE Seeds Industry of the Month
Posted on March 2, 2012
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Industry of the Month - PRIDE Seeds
The Mayor and Council of the Municipality of Chatham-Kent recognized the contribution of PRIDE Seeds to the enhancement of the economic health of the community. In a presentation to the executive and staff of PRIDE Seeds, the Council reflected on the history of PRIDE Seeds and the core philosophy of treating growers with respect and providing the best products and service to its customers.
PRIDE Seeds is the Canadian division of AgReliant Genetics, one of the fastest growing seed businesses in North America. AgReliant Genetics is part of a global group and the joint venture of KWS, a German company and Groupe Limagrain, a French company.
It was noted that 'PRIDE Seeds’ vision for the future will be accomplished by growth through local production of seed corn and seed soybeans, and also by investing in new seed technology”.
Pictured Left to Right, Leon LeClair, Municipality Chatham-Kent, Grant Craven, Vice President Production, Kelly Atkinson, Vice President Finance, Stephen Denys, Vice President Sales & Marketing and John Lawrence Chamber of Commerce.
