Syngenta Crop Protection, Syngenta Seeds, Winter Wheat, Winter Barley, Winter Oilseed Rape, Peas (Combining), Potato, Products, News, Application Advice. Syngenta. Syngenta AG is a global Swiss agribusiness that markets seeds and agrochemicals. Syngenta is involved in biotechnology and genomic research. It was formed in 2000 by the merger of Novartis Agribusiness and Zeneca Agrochemicals. The company was ranked third in total seeds and biotechnology sales in 2009 in the commercial market.[2] Sales in 2013 were approximately US$ 14.7 billion. Syngenta employs over 28,000 people in over 90 countries. Over half of the sales are in Emerging Markets.[1] Syngenta is listed on both the Swiss stock exchange and in New York.[1] Bringing plant potential to life - Syngenta AG. UK - Bringing plant potential to life.