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Solynta - true potato seeds

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Solynta - true potato seeds

Solynta unlocks the true potential of potatoes. Check www.solynta.com

Through innovative hybrid potato breeding, we produce and sell hybrid true potato seeds to build a sustainable potato value chain.

11/06/2026

A WORLDWIDE FIRST!

Our SOLHY019 is the first-ever diploid Hybrid True Potato Seed variety to be officially registered on the Dutch National Variety Register!

Today, Solynta announced that SOLHY019 has become the first-ever diploid Hybrid True Potato Seed (HTPS) variety to be officially registered on the Dutch National Variety Register and granted Plant Breeder’s Rights.

This historic registration validates hybrid potato breeding as a commercial reality and marks a new era for potato breeding and cultivation. By enabling potatoes to be grown from true seed rather than seed tubers, HTPS offers a more efficient, scalable, and sustainable way to deliver high-quality planting material worldwide.

Official approval by the Dutch Variety Release Committee is widely recognized as a rigorous and trusted standard, ensuring that registered varieties meet official criteria for quality and performance. The successful registration of variety SOLHY019 not only validates Solynta’s breeding technology but also supports our company’s global commercial roll-out of HTPS as a reliable, high-quality starting material.

Huge congratulations to all colleagues and partners who contributed to this achievement. We regard this is a turning point for global potato production, and we are proud to lead this revolution together with our partners, growers, and other stakeholders around the world.

This milestone is the result of years of dedicated work, and it strengthens our commitment to deliver better, more robust potato varieties for growers worldwide. Read our full press release on: https://www.solynta.com/press/first-diploid-hybrid-potato-variety-dutch-potato-variety-list/

01/06/2026

At ISF and the World Seed Congress in Lisbon, Solynta’s Ard Rijlaarsdam and Charles Miller had the opportunity to connect with partners, peers, and industry stakeholders from across the global seed sector. During this inspiring week filled with valuable conversations, new perspectives, and exciting opportunities for the future, a new major milestone for Solynta was set: Solynta has officially become a member of the International Seed Federation (ISF) during the General Assembly. Solynta is proud to join an organization committed to creating a world where the best quality seed is accessible to all, supporting sustainable agriculture and food security. This mission strongly aligns with our own vision and ambitions.

Throughout the event, we (re)connected with many existing and potential partners to explore opportunities for opening new markets and further strengthening markets where we are already active. These discussions reinforced the importance of collaboration in driving innovation and sustainable growth across the sector.

At the same time, the congress highlighted once again the complexity of the regulatory landscape surrounding seeds — especially for innovative and novel products such as ours. We appreciated the opportunity to engage with national and regional seed associations on the importance of science-based regulation built on internationally agreed standards, including frameworks such as IPPC and UPOV. Constructive dialogue between industry and regulators remains essential to support innovation while ensuring clarity and consistency across markets.

What stood out most in Lisbon was the enthusiasm for our hybrid true potato seed products and the strong support for our mission. Although potatoes have not traditionally been a major focus crop within ISF, as a breeding company and producer of hybrid true potato seed, we feel we naturally belong in this community — and we are excited to contribute as part of the ISF family.

Thank you to everyone we met during the week. We look forward to continuing the conversations and building the future of sustainable agriculture together.

21/04/2026

Delivering Real Change in Burundi’s Potato Sector: introducing hybrid potato varieties with high resistance against Phytophthora Infestans.

Last week was a productive one in Burundi as we continue to build momentum around hybrid potato innovation and seed system development. During this visit, our focus has been on the introduction of new hybrid potato varieties with multiple stacked late blight resistance genes.

's Charles Miller and Antonino Crucitti had the honor of meeting with , President of the Republic of , to align on progress and next steps to strengthen the potato value chain - grounded in long-term partnership and a shared focus on food security.

We also deepened our collaboration with ISABU, advancing research, local validation, and knowledge transfer to ensure sustainable impact.

We are grateful for the continued support of the Government of the Netherlands through the PSSD II project, alongside , whose commitment is helping create the conditions for innovation to scale.

In the field, we celebrated the harvest of clean, disease-free G1 tubers from new potato varieties with high levels of Late Blight resistance, with ADPR—an important milestone demonstrating the strength of the system we are building together. We also engaged with broader value chain partners to align on how to accelerate adoption and ensure farmers can fully benefit from improved genetics and high-quality starting material.

True innovation requires strong partnerships, clear progress, and a continued focus on impact.

19/03/2026

🚀 Shape the future of food with us at Solynta 🌱🥔

Are you ready to accelerate your career in plant breeding and make a real global impact? At Solynta, we’re transforming the way potatoes are bred — unlocking their full potential through innovative, non-GMO hybrid true potato breeding technology.

We’re looking for a (Junior) Breeder to join our team in Wageningen — not as a support role, but as a key driver of our breeding program from day one.

In this unique role, you’ll work side-by-side with our Breeding Lead, combining field observations, quantitative genetics, and data-driven decision-making to push genetic gain forward. Over time, you’ll take ownership of breeding populations and make impactful selection decisions independently.

🌍 Your impact in this role:
· Develop and improve heterotic pools and strengthen breeding populations aligned with key market needs
· Develop crosses, in**ed lines, and test hybrids to generate high-performing breeding material
· Design, execute and monitor greenhouse & field trials
· Select superior in**ed lines based on phenotypic data in combination with genomic selection
· Contribute to next-generation, disease-resilient potato varieties
· Collaborate across breeding, data science, and research teams

🎯 Who we’re looking for
· MSc or PhD in Plant Breeding, Agronomy, Quantitative Genetics (or similar)
· Passion for data-driven breeding & innovation
· Hands-on experience in breeding programs (preferred)
· Strong analytical mindset + love for working both in the field and with data
· A proactive, curious, and collaborative attitude

🌱 Why join Solynta?
This is more than a job — it’s a career-defining opportunity. You’ll receive mentorship from leading experts while helping build sustainable, scalable solutions for global food security.

Ready to grow into a fully independent breeder and make a worldwide impact? Apply now or reach out to learn more! Check out the full job description and application link here: https://www.solynta.com/careers/junior-breeder/

26/01/2026

We are excited to share today that Solynta and EW Group have reached a major funding agreement to boost Hybrid True Potato Seed commercialization. See our full press release at:

https://www.solynta.com/press/solynta-and-ew-group-reach-major-funding-agreement/

19/12/2025

We’re proud to share this grower’s positive review on how our true potato seeds are performing in the beautiful country of Lesotho. Our mission is to improve nutritional security and farmer economics in areas that have limited access to quality starting material to grow potatoes, such as sub-Saharan Africa. Our true potato seeds can potentially have great positive impact in those regions. For more information on our varieties with high late blight resistances and good yield results, please contact [email protected] !

17/12/2025

Thank You for a Strong 2025 — Onward to 2026

As we close out 2025, we want to take a moment to thank our partners for the trust, collaboration, and shared ambition that have shaped the year. Your engagement and commitment have been instrumental in moving innovation forward and turning ideas into real-world impact.

Working alongside such a diverse and dedicated group of partners reinforces a simple truth: meaningful progress happens through collaboration. Together, we’ve continued, and will continue, to advance resilient potato systems and contribute to food and nutrition security—even in complex and challenging environments.

As we look ahead to 2026, we’re energized by what’s coming next and excited to continue building, learning, and delivering impact together.

Thank you for being part of the Solynta journey. We wish you a joyful holiday season and a successful year ahead, filled with strong partnerships and new opportunities.

Here’s to a productive and impactful 2026.

#2026

24/11/2025

We are looking forward to having meaningful conversations at the Global Potato Summit in India, December 11-12 with existing and new business partners from the potato industry. During the upcoming Global Potato Summit in Delhi, India, both Solynta CEO Peter Poortinga and Sales Director Mark Hoogendoorn will be present to meet representatives from the potato sector in India.

During their visit, they will be discussing the introduction of true potato seeds as a transformative solution to the many challenges faced by potato growers in the region. In India, the potato sector is facing multiple challenges, including seed availability, quality and disease management, on top of the complex logistics.

As an innovator in potato breeding, Solynta - true potato seeds aims to build the road to support potato producers with the introduction of new potato varieties grown from True Potato Seeds, with natural high resistances against Late Blight that give good yield and can thrive in demanding environments.

We encourage innovators in the potato industry to reach out to Mark Hoogendoorn directly via [email protected]!

11/11/2025

Empowering farmers through innovation

We’re humbled to be recognized once again by the BioTech Breakthrough Awards, this time as the BioAg Breeding Solution of the Year. This acknowledgment reflects the growing recognition of what’s possible through Solynta’s non-GMO hybrid potato breeding technology. (https://biotechbreakthroughawards.com/2025-winners/ )

Our approach accelerates the development of resilient, disease-resistant potato varieties — but the real breakthrough lies in access. By replacing bulky, disease-prone seed tubers with clean, lightweight hybrid true potato seeds (HTPS), we’re helping farmers in regions with limited access to clean starting material grow healthier crops and improve yields.

This technology isn’t just about efficiency — it’s about empowerment. Every seed represents a step toward more sustainable, resilient, and food-secure communities.

At Solynta, we remain committed to driving progress through innovation, collaboration, and scientific excellence. This recognition underscores our mission to transform global potato production and ensure that every grower, regardless of location, has access to quality starting material and the tools needed for success.

23/10/2025

Planting Season Begins in Kenya

As the short rains arrive, potato fields in Kenya are once again becoming a hub of innovation. Solynta’s agronomy team is on the ground—working side by side with local growers to establish new trial plots, share best practices, and ensure every true potato seed performs to its potential.

Across several regions, growers are planting seedlings raised directly from Solynta’s true potato seeds (TPS). These hybrids are bred to thrive under local conditions, boost productivity, and reduce dependence on chemical inputs.

With the recent registration of SOLHY015, a late blight–resistant hybrid known for its strong field performance, Solynta continues to expand an ever-evolving pipeline of hybrids tailored for African markets.

Through hands-on agronomic support, data-driven variety development, and close collaboration with growers, Solynta is helping build a resilient and profitable potato sector—one that starts with high-quality seed and grows into lasting impact.

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