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.

Website: http://www.hazera.com

Published: December 7, 2008