[SYNN] Syngenta

“In the second half of 2010 we expect positive volume momentum to continue.  As we approach the main season in Latin America, we are assuming that the current favorable fundamentals will support further growth in our business there.  This, coupled with careful control of costs and increasing profitability in Seeds, should allow us to achieve full year operating income around last year’s level.  As indicated earlier in the year, the evolution of earnings per share* will reflect increased net financial expense and a higher tax rate.

“Looking ahead, our focus will be on achieving further market share gains in developed markets while building on our track record of operational efficiency.  This will enable us to continue investing in emerging markets, which represent the main growth driver for our business and where we have established leadership positions.  We remain firmly committed to our investments in R&D, which will accelerate new product launches and build on our ability to deliver integrated solutions to growers worldwide.”