Syngenta and PepsiCo Partner for Regenerative Agriculture

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Slice of Agriculture Team
March 26, 2025

Key Highlights:

  • Syngenta and PepsiCo join forces to promote regenerative and traceable agriculture.

  • 4,000 tons of sunflower oil sourced from farmers applying sustainable practices.

  • Expansion of regenerative farming by at least 25% in the next phase.

  • Syngenta's Cropwise digital platform enables farmers to track sustainability efforts.

  • Farmers receive economic benefits for verified regenerative practices.

Source: Business Wire

Notable Quotes:

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“At Syngenta, sustainability is embedded in the business. Regenerating soil and nature through practices that aim to leave the system better than we found it, is a commitment we assume every day.”

Mariale Álvarez, Head Sustainability & Corporate Affairs LATAM at Syngenta
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“At PepsiCo, everything we do is driven by sustainability at its core, within the framework of pep+, our global transformation strategy that aims to create and inspire positive change on the planet and in people. PepsiCo Southern Cone becomes the company's first region at LATAM level to have 100% regenerative agriculture in the sunflower it uses.”

Santiago Desmery, Oils Category Leader at PepsiCo Southern Cone and Brazil

Why This Matters:

This collaboration between Syngenta and PepsiCo marks a significant step in the food industry’s shift toward sustainability. By implementing traceable and regenerative agriculture, the initiative enhances soil health, biodiversity, and resource efficiency, while also providing economic incentives for farmers. The partnership sets a new benchmark for sustainable sourcing, ensuring that food production aligns with environmental responsibility and consumer expectations for transparency.