Sakata Celebrates 40 Years in North America
This year marks Sakata Seed America’s 40th anniversary since it debuted in North America and Sakata is ready to celebrate. Sakata Seed America has developed a new logo and slogan in honor of its 40th anniversary.
“Throughout the year we’ll be celebrating our anniversary by giving back to the employees, customers, industry and community that got us to this point,” said Alecia Troy, senior marketing manager. “This accomplishment is only made possible by many positive elements and we want to recognize and share that story all year long!”
Sakata’s first celebration of the year is set to take place during 2017 California Spring Trials where visitors will be greeted with the 40th anniversary theme as soon as they step in the door, and will find a line-up on new introductions including Profusion Red zinnia, which already is an AAS Winner and the Fleuroselect Gold Medal award for the year.
“Profusion Red is a home run! And the best thing is that seed is available now. To order seed, growers should contact their preferred supplier now,” said Carla Bawdon, Sakata ornamentals customer service manager.
What’s more, Profusion Red zinnia is just one of the many new releases Sakata will present this year. Other highlights include new dwarf snapdragon series, Candy Tops, and two stunning new SuperCal petunia colors: Buttercream and Red Crimson.
“We are excited to display our new introductions and New Variety Brochure at Spring Trials this year,” Troy said. “We feel this year’s line-up tells a great story about Sakata and the work and progress that has gone into our past forty years. This collection represents an important milestone in our company’s history, and we can’t wait for the industry to see it.”
At Sakata, California Spring Trials runs Saturday, April 1 through Wednesday, April 5.
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