BASEL, Switzerland, Sept. 7, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Syngenta announced today that Caroline Luscombe, Head of Human Resources, will join the Executive Committee with effect from October 1, 2012.

Ms Luscombe joined Syngenta (SYT) in January 2010 and has successfully led the Human Resources function through implementation of the new integrated strategy.  Her previous HR experience includes senior roles at General Electric and in the chemical and pharmaceutical industries.

Syngenta is one of the world's leading companies with more than 26,000 employees in over 90 countries dedicated to our purpose: Bringing plant potential to life. Through world-class science, global reach and commitment to our customers we help to increase crop productivity, protect the environment and improve health and quality of life. For more information about us please go to www.syngenta.com.

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