Syngenta Launches Educational Module for Sustainable Agriculture

Syngenta has launched a new module within its digital education platform aimed at improving productivity while reducing environmental impact. The platform, called PROAgricultor, aims to engage younger generations in agriculture by combining training, applied technology, and sustainable farming practices. 

“Our goal is to make agriculture more appealing for new generations and ensure it remains a profitable and viable business for those who have dedicated their passion to it,” says Montserrat Benítez, Head of Sustainability and Corporate Affairs for Northern Latin America, Syngenta.

Developed in collaboration with the Trusts Established in Relation to Agriculture (FIRA), the new Module 9, titled “Sowing the future in 1-2-3: Finance for agriculture,” focuses on strengthening the financial literacy of producers. The course introduces the “Theory of Three,” a methodology that helps farmers plan resources efficiently, protect investments from risks, and grow their agricultural businesses sustainably.

“Financial knowledge is as essential as agricultural technology,” says Benítez. “With FIRA’s support, this module allows producers to make better economic decisions, ensure project viability, and build a stronger future for rural communities.”

Through PROAgricultor, Syngenta provides digital tools such as drones and satellite technology that enable farmers to monitor plant health, optimize nutrient use, and manage fields remotely. The company aims to train 18 million agricultural workers by 2030 and connect over 100 million hectares to its sustainability platform.

The program offers nine interactive modules covering topics like soil health, pest management, regenerative agriculture, waste management, and agricultural finance. Each course ends with an assessment and certification, soon to be endorsed by Mexico’s Ministry of Labor and Social Welfare.

Carlos Rodríguez, Deputy General Director of Sector Intelligence, FIRA, says that training and financial inclusion are key to transforming Mexico’s agricultural landscape. “Education is the starting point for transformation, and financial inclusion is a critical enabler of economic development in the agri-food sector,” he adds.

Mexico’s agriculture faces growing environmental and generational challenges. With arable land reaching its limit, the sector must increase yields without expanding farmland or raising its environmental footprint. Producers also struggle with drought, water scarcity, and climate and pest-related risks.

“The agricultural sector has a crucial role in environmental stewardship,” Benítez says. “It is not only one of the main human activities impacting the planet; it is also the only one capable of reversing that impact.”