Mitsui & Co., Ltd. has announced the integration of Totam Seeds B.V. into the newly formed entity that is being established through the integration of its wholly owned subsidiaries, ISI Sementi S.p.A. and Top Seeds International Ltd.
Totam is an innovative seed company based in the Netherlands, specializing in research, breeding, and the sales and marketing of hybrid tomato seeds, with a particular focus on the active greenhouse segment.
© Totam Seeds B.V.
The new entity will offer a comprehensive and differentiated portfolio of tomato varieties, ranging from processing tomatoes to those developed specifically for active greenhouse cultivation. By incorporating Totam's strengths into the combined operations of ISI and TSI, the new company aims to deliver more complete and distinctive solutions to customers worldwide.
Totam's R&D center in the Netherlands will be retained, and Mitsui intends to further accelerate innovation through enhanced breeding and research capabilities. Prominent, the tomato division within Cooperative Growers United, the largest tomato growers' association in the Netherlands and a joint venture partner of Totam, will remain as a shareholder and continue its strong commitment to the partnership.
The restructuring process is currently underway, with the official launch of the integrated company scheduled for July 1, 2025.
For more information:
ISI Sementi Spa
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