MAXIMIZING FARMERS INCOME THROUGH GENETIC PERFORMANCE

The global horticulture sector is facing a complex phase where production costs for farmers continue to rise, partly driven by the consequences of the geopolitical situation and vegetable market prices are not always adequate.

What should farmers do?

In this scenario of market volatility, the true competitive leverage does not lie in reducing basic technological investments, but in the strategic choice of high-performing vegetable seeds capable of ensuring profitability and production stability.

If the quality seeds has always been important, now more then ever it is particularly crucial.

For us, SAIS Sementi, the response to these challenges relies on interpreting market demands through targeted breeding and constant research of opportunities.

The primary objective is innovative variety development distinguishing by high potential even under adverse climatic conditions, diseases resistances, high value diversification and allignement to new trends. Paraphrasing, the best variety is the one that yelds the most, monetizes best, and produces fruits that are sold quicker than the others.

A concrete example of SAIS Sementi commitment to these challenges is represented by the recent milestones achieved in important crops as fresh-market tomato and basil.

In response to the threat posed by pathogens such as ToBRFV (Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus) and other constantly evolving pathogens like basil downy mildew, SAIS Sementi had introduced into the market innovative varieties  with advanced genetic resistances while preserving the characteristic flavor of the fruits and leaves

These solutions safeguard yields and commercial product quality,  reducing economic losses linked to viral and pathogen attacks.

At the same time, in a often saturațed market, SAIS Sementi also addresses high-value-added market niches that allow farmers to differentiate their offerings, gaining a foothold in lucrative market segments and rising their profit margin.

Examples include the recent diversification into hot peppers and the wide range of colored eggplants.

Through varietal innovation, SAIS Sementi continues to support its international partners, offering concrete tools to elevate farmers  returns.