Large Seeded Varieties

Syngenta is a global leader in large seeded vegetables such as sweetcorn, beans, and peas, offering innovative solutions for Kenya’s diverse supply chain from high-volume processors to fresh market exporters. Our commitment to innovation ensures varieties with strong virus resistance and proven performance, staying ahead of grower needs. With deep genetic expertise, we deliver robust, reliable, and profitable products adapted to East African conditions.

Syngenta leads global sweetcorn genetics with varieties that perform in both fresh and processing markets. Our hybrids offer excellent eating quality—such as Sugar 75 with its very sweet kernels (15–16 Brix)—alongside strong yields, fast maturity (75–85 days), and adaptation to tropical conditions. For baby corn, SG18 provides uniform, tender ears ideal for export. Supported by one of the world’s largest breeding programs, Syngenta delivers hybrids with high yield, stress tolerance, and outstanding consumer traits.

Our portfolio meets the diverse needs of Kenyan agriculture:

• Sweetcorn: Leading hybrids for fresh market, export, and processing.
• Beans: High-yield, quality pods with strong disease resistance for fresh and processing markets.
• Peas: Innovative, resilient genetics with excellent yield and pod fill for both sectors.

High-yield potential to maximize producer and processor profits. Strong pest and disease resistance for tough environments. Improved marketability through excellent color, uniformity, and internal quality. Flexible varieties adapted to multiple seasons and Kenya’s diverse climates.