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Shaun Vey Named Head of Syngenta Sales, Crop Protection

Shaun Vey has been appointed as Syngenta Canada’s new head of sales and crop protection, an Aug. 1 news release said. Vey succeeds Duane Johnson who retired in May after 33 years with Syngenta and its legacy companies.

“Shaun has a deep passion for agriculture, building strong relationships, and being part of a collaborative team. Over many years of working with Shaun, I have come to appreciate his leadership skills, strategic mindset, sharp business acumen, and entrepreneurial approach,” Trevor Heck, president of Syngenta Canada, said in the release.

Vey has held various roles at Syngenta for the past 14 years, primarily with the Canadian organization, the release said. Most recently, he was head of marketing for Syngenta United Kingdom, Ireland and Nordics.

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