The first Syngenta Flowers Garland Marigold Indi series has been delivered in India. Parmar Dipakbhai Manubhai is a farmer in the village Arad, province Gujrat and among the first growers who can commercially grow the new flowers. Indi is available in three varieties: Indi Yellow, Indi Orange and Indi Tall Yellow. All three varieties produce a round ball shape, firm flowers, which are suitable for making garlands. Last season, the Indi series has been tested in various provinces in India, during the rainy season. The results of all trial locations were assessed by the Syngenta Technical Team and this resulted in the introduction of three brand new varieties: Indi Yello, Indi Orange and Indi Tall Yellow. The Indi varieties are sold through the Syngenta Vegetables colleagues. 
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Agricultural hotspot in India
Gujrat is a state on the West coast of India with a population of over 60 million people. Agriculture has taken a rise in recent history of the state with many crops grown such as rice, fruits and vegetables. In recent years the agribusiness saw an annual growth of 9% compared to an annual growth rate of 3% in the rest of India's agriculture. The strengths of Gujarat's agricultural success have been attributed to a high diversification of crops. This is possible because Gujrat has 8 climatic zones for agriculture. The existence of no less then four agricultural universities in the state promotes agricultural efficiency and sustainability.
Ready for market
The Garland Marigold varieties have been widely tested in the field on a wide range of unique selling points, like ball firmness and plant quality. But Key Account Manager Gautam Sangle also reached out to the retail shop owners to integrate their product needs into the profile. This way he ensured not only high yielding varieties, but also a marketable product for Indian Marigold growers. "The Syngenta Marigold varieties are appreciated by their weight, but also their shelf life. This makes it possible to keep the garland flowers fresh during long transportation times."
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Gift wrapped
Of course, Syngenta want their growers to get the best seeds possible. But this also means receiving seeds in the best conditions possible. The Syngenta Flowers Marigold varieties are sold in a robust plastic container with a screw cap. The packaging has been thoroughly tested for strength and insulation power. This ensures that Indian Garland Marigold growers receive the precious seeds in the best possible condition.
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