SynTech Research Group participated in the 2026 GCHERA World Agriculture Prize Award Ceremony & CIAERA and Asia Hub Annual Meetings, an international gathering focused on agricultural education, research, innovation, and collaboration. Hosted in Nanjing, the event brought together universities, research organizations, and industry stakeholders from across Asia and beyond.
A key milestone for the company during the event was the signing of a strategic cooperation agreement with Nanjing Agricultural University (NJAU), one of China’s leading agricultural institutions. The agreement was signed by Shi Song on behalf of NJAU and Jasper Barnes, APAC Regional Director, on behalf of SynTech Research Group.
This agricultural strategic cooperation agreement aims to deepen collaboration between academia and industry, promote the exchange of advanced agricultural research and development practices, and support talent development initiatives. It also seeks to contribute to the internationalization of agricultural disciplines at NJAU while enhancing the global perspective and practical industry experience of its students and faculty.
The agreement creates new opportunities for collaboration in agricultural research, innovation, internships, and talent development. It also reflects a shared commitment to strengthening connections between scientific research and practical agricultural applications in an increasingly global industry
China continues to play a pivotal role in advancing agricultural science and innovation, making collaboration between international research organizations and leading academic institutions increasingly important. Through partnerships such as this, SynTech aims to support knowledge exchange, foster innovation, and contribute to the development of the next generation of agricultural professionals.
“China is one of the world’s most dynamic centers for agricultural innovation, combining scientific excellence, technological advancement, and a strong commitment to addressing the challenges facing global agriculture,” said Jasper Barnes, APAC Regional Director at SynTech Research Group. “Our collaboration with Nanjing Agricultural University represents an exciting opportunity to strengthen the connection between research, education, and industry, while creating meaningful opportunities for knowledge exchange and talent development.”
The agricultural strategic cooperation agreement was announced during the 2026 GCHERA World Agriculture Prize Award Ceremony, which brought together organizations including Nanjing Agricultural University, National Innovation Center for Agri-tech (Nanjing), CIAERA, and the global network of GCHERA, highlighting the growing importance of international cooperation in advancing agricultural research, education, and innovation.