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As part of International Women's Day, we wanted to introduce you to some of our inspiring colleagues - today, meet Priscilla Rugani Lino 👋 Priscilla is an Agronomist Engineer, graduated from UNESP in Brazil. “Even though I do not come from an agricultural background, I have always seen vegetables as a direct link to food and people’s lives, which inspired me to pursue this field”, she says. Today, she is working as a Product Development Manager for the Southern region of Brazil for our Vegetables Business Unit 🍅 🍉. At the beginning of her journey at KWS, she was a Technical Sales Representative – being the first woman to do this job in both positions. “Women are still underrepresented in agriculture. However, we are making progress, steadily gaining space, and fostering a culture of equality and respect. At KWS, I have always found support and recognition from my colleagues, which reinforces the importance of inclusive environments that value diversity.” Looking into the future, Priscilla has a clear vison: “I still have a long professional journey ahead, and I hope that, in the future, we will see work environments where men and women share opportunities equally. Women should have the independence to make their own choices and follow their own paths, always with support from companies, families, and society.” #IWD2025 #AccelerateAction #seedingthefuture #makeyourselfgrow

Today marks International Women’s Day – a day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women 👏. It’s a call to action for accelerating women's equality, too. And only with the ideas and talents of all can we meet the challenges of the future! Our success story is full of incredible women – and we celebrate that, not only today but each and every day. This is a great opportunity for us to introduce you to some of our inspiring colleagues over the coming days: 👉 Priscilla Rugani Lino is one of our Product Development Managers in Brazil, where she is responsible for developing our vegetables portfolio. With her work she also wants to improve the visibility of women in the industry. 👉 Paloma Moe is one for innovative solutions: as an assistant sugarbeet breeder in the US, she thinks outside the box, often finding innovative ways for her work in insect resistance – even if that means creating her own tools. 👉 Silke Wieckhorst recently took up the position as Head of Breeding Technologies for maize and oilseed crops from her colleague Milena Ouzunova who retired after 28 years at KWS. Long-term succession planning preceded this. #IWD2025 #AccelerateAction #SeedingTheFuture #MakeYourselfGrow #YourSeedPartner

🎯 Thinking about your next career opportunity? Meet Iris van Dorp, who is a key member of our recruiting team, to get her take on the importance of a cover letter in the application process. ✍️ Iris shares that a well-crafted cover letter is a great way to showcase your personality and highlight skills not necessarily found on your resume. It’s a perfect opportunity to stand out and demonstrate what makes you unique! She also advises taking a close look at the job description to understand if the cover letter is required or just appreciated, but either way, it’s an important opportunity to make a great impression. Ready to apply? Take the time to show us what sets you apart! 💼✨ Check our job portal here: https://ow.ly/yZ9o50UFktW? #KWSCropCast #KWSpeople #KWScareers

🌻 Advancing Sunflower Breeding at KWS 🌱 Join Peter Streb, one of our sunflower breeders, as he takes you behind the scenes at our Hungarian breeding station! Even in January, our teams are already preparing for the season—ensuring our hybrids are ready to be tested across Europe. 🌍 At KWS, we combine cutting-edge biotechnology with modern breeding techniques to develop high-yield, high-oil-content sunflower hybrids that meet diverse market needs. 🚜 Watch the full video to see how innovation drives our success in sunflower breeding! #seedingthefuture #makeyourselfgrow

As KWS has grown continuously over the years, so too have the quantities of high-quality seed that need to be processed and stored for breeding purposes 🌱 To meet the growing demand, we started building a new “Seed Inventory” at our Einbeck headquarters in 2022, where it is now fully operational🎉 Covering an area of 13,000 square meters, the facility can safely store up to 1.3 million seed lots of sugarbeet, fodder beet, oilseed rape, catch crops and peas – a significant expansion of our capacity. Explore the Seed Inventory and its role in the breeding process in our #kwsportrait 👉 https://ow.ly/M1KI50V9eT6 #LetsTalkBreeding #seedingthefuture #futurewithheritage

At KWS, every role plays a crucial part in feeding the world. 🌍 While our colleagues in the field work directly with crops, those of us in the office contribute just as importantly behind the scenes. As one of our team members shares, "We may not be out in the fields, but every day we work hard to provide excellent support, ensuring the business can focus on growing the food that feeds us all." No matter the role, together we make it happen! Check our job portal here: https://ow.ly/6qsz50UEkHB? #KWSCropCast #KWSpeople #KWScareers

This week, we spoke with Ayse Karabiyik, an experienced recruiter on our team at KWS. 💼 In this video, Ayse shares her valuable advice on one of the most common mistakes applicants make: ❌ Generic Applications: Sending the same CV and cover letter without tailoring them to the job can hurt your chances. 🌟 Stand Out: As Ayse points out, even though the application process can be stressful, it’s important to take the time to customize your materials and show why you’re the perfect fit for the role. Ready to apply? Take Ayse’s tips to heart and let us know about you! Check our job portal here: https://ow.ly/bj7b50UBJCl? #KWSCropCast #KWSpeople #KWScareers

🌱Deeply rooted in the soil, yet always open to growth - that's Beth Proctor from our KWS UK team. One of her earliest memories is “working on the family farm, helping with all the different tasks throughout the year”. 🚜 So, what is her Personal KWS Journey? Starting as a Trial Technician at our station in Thriplow, she progressed on to leading the trials for barley, oat and rye all over the UK. ✨Curious about how her job looks like and what tips she has for newcomers? Read the full story here: https://ow.ly/JEyz50UVIcE #insidekws #mypersonalkwsjourney #seedingthefuture

The cabbage stem flea beetle is one of the most widespread pests in oilseedrape cultivation 🏵️ Our aim at KWS is to prevent infestation thanks to innovative breeding methods and resistant varieties. Interested to learn more? Find out in our next ‘World of Farming” story, coming soon 🌱 #KWSWoF #plantbreeding #oilseed #insectresistence

🌱 Breeding Excellence for a Sustainable Future 🌱 Explore how KWS is transforming plant-based ingredients through advanced plant breeding. Join us on a journey to overcome the challenges of plant-based nutrition, from sustainable sourcing to functional ingredients that meet consumer demands. 🎥 Watch now to see how we’re shaping the future of protein! #KWSFoodIngredients #PlantBasedInnovation #SustainableAgriculture #WhereProteinBegins