Kristie Vanoli is the newest field representative for Asgrow Vegetable Seeds' Salinas Valley sales team, according to Bill Schwoerer, southwest-coastal sales manager.

She most recently worked in Monsanto's Ag Sector, where she managed a territory from Salinas to San Diego, and has held several distinguished internships with major producers, researchers and crop protection companies. She grew up in Bakersfield's farming industry and later double-majored at California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo, earning degrees
in Crop Science and Nutritional Science. She has been active in several agricultural organizations for many years.

"Kristie is experienced in many facets of agriculture and has a strong knowledge of the local market," said Schwoerer. "She will be a great resource for growers and fresh-cut operators as we introduce several new products lines, including Asgrow's Aussie Lettuce, broccoli, spinach and
others."

Vanoli can be reached at (831)594-8344 or 831-678-9040.

Asgrow Vegetable Seeds, a Seminis Inc. business [NASDAQ: SMNS], develops and markets over 1000 vegetable variety choices in 108 countries. Worldwide headquarters are based in Saticoy, California.

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