Hazera
Genetics takes the best of the available plant genetics and
incorporates it through traditional breeding methods into new
and innovative commercial varieties. We employ some of the
best breeders and scientists and engage in modern laboratory-aided
research, aiming to provide growers around the globe with superior
seeds - to yield first-class fresh produce.
The cornerstone of our success in
developing new high performance hybrids is our substantial
investment in R&D, which includes about:
- 12% of our annual turnover
- 90% of our R&D budget targeted at developing tailor-made
varieties to meet specific needs of farmers and consumers
- One third of our staff is academically qualified researchers
involved in R&D
Close cooperation with
Israel’s top academic institutions and research centers
is fundamental to our operations.
These include:
- The Hebrew University Faculty of Agriculture
- The Agriculture Research Organization (Volcani Institute)
- Bar Ilan University
- Ben Gurion University of the Negev
- Weizmann Institute of Science
- Tel Aviv University
Via our scientists, who liaise closely with
colleagues and trial-participating growers worldwide, we breed
for a broad spectrum of growing conditions. In addition, we
conduct in-house research and breeding trials in our own production
and research facilities located in a diversity of climatic
zones. The results of our research efforts speak for themselves
and have led to many breakthroughs in disease resistance, yield,
adaptability, shelf life and excellent fruit quality.
We continue to increase our activities
in the following areas:
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