Shikmim, Israel
December 7, 2008
Hazera Genetics Ltd opened a complex of innovative
laboratories for seed testing at the company's site in Berurim
Farm. A million dollars were invested in the construction of the
laboratories that are considered the most advanced of their type
in Israel in the field of seeds, and are designed to address all
company and customer needs over the next 10 years.
30 researchers, laboratory technicians and other professionals
work in three different laboratories: seed germination testing
laboratory, laboratory for testing the genetic purity and
phytopathology laboratory. All the laboratories are recognized
by the National Authority for Laboratory Certification according
to ISO-17025 standard, which ensures their professional level
and qualification. All the laboratories are certified by the
Plant Protection Services for the provision of seed testing
services to other companies.
According to Moshe Na'ar, the Production and Quality Assurance
Director of Hazera Genetics: "The new laboratories complex
reinforces the standing of Hazera Genetics company at the
technological forefront of the seed testing field. The tests
conducted at the laboratories and their validity reflect as
accurately as possible the quality of the seeds tested in the
laboratories. As a consequence of the activities undertaken, we
expect to raise the level of the seed tests currently performed
and attain an even higher level of precision".
Hazera Genetics is one of the world's leading companies in
the field of breeding, production and marketing of hybrid seeds
for vegetables and field crops, specializing in advanced
bio-technological research and development, worldwide
distribution and agro-technical support. The company,
established seven decades ago, is constantly developing new
products that address market demands, including improved health
and nutritional benefits, quality, especially high yields, year
round availability, resistance to diseases and longer shelf
life. |
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