Solynta Expands Its Executive Team

Solynta is a leading potato breeding and biotechnology company, announced that it has appointed Charles Miller as its Commercial Director.
 

Charles brings over 20years’ experience in leadership roles in the seed industry to Solynta.  Before joining Solynta, Charles was with Chromatin Inc. where he led the company’s international business development and sales as Vice President.  He was a principal in the sorghum company MMR Genetics/Richardson Seeds, and after its acquisition by NuFarm, became the Global Development Manager for NuFarm’s sorghum business.  Prior to that, he worked for Mars, Inc. for several years, where he gained deep experience in trading, logistics, and treasuries.
 

Next toto his roles within Industry, Miller is also serving on the Board of Directors of American Seed Trade Association as well as Chairman of theInnovation and Policy Committee.  Additionally, he serves on the Board of Directors of the African Seed Trade Association.
 

“Charles’ vision for innovation and agriculture development, combined with the global network he has established, will tremendously augment our business,” said Hein Kruyt CEO of Solynta.  “Charles will lead the global business development strategy and commercial networkand we look forward to the lasting impact he and his team will have on the company.”
 

“Solynta has developed leading edge technology in hybrid potato breeding.  This technology has been proven and will increase the speed at which new traits can be brought to the market”, said Miller.  “Potato is a staple food crop throughout the world.  With Solynta’s technology we can bring adapted hybrid potatoes not only to the high-tech agricultural markets, but we can also help the developing world with sustainable and high-quality products.  I am proud to be part of this energetic and innovative team.”