Projects (see: Vanda, pepper) illustrate:

– my deep understanding of plant production systems

I understand the links in the plant production chain from: from biodiversity to plant breeding, plant propagation, crop cultivation, post harvest technology.

– my multidisciplinary skills, and their practical value, especially when charting new territory

I can view a problem from multiple angles: plant physiology, plant biodiversity & genetics, plant taxonomy, plant environment, plant technology. I understand their intricate interactions, as I have hands-on, lifetime experience with numerous plants.
Each knowledge domain can have different causes, with different solutions.
I take into account not only the aboveground part of a plant, but also take into account the underground part (which is often neglected by others).

– I’m able to apply my knowledge and experience gained from one plant to another crop

Example: An orchid and bamboo are totally different plants, but physiologically they both belong to the group of monocots, and share some characteristics in plant growth & development. 

– I integrate insights from other people’s experiences

Example: Young plants can have adaptation problems when moved to another location, as the root system needs to form modified roots, better adapted to the new (underground) growing conditions.
My parents ran a nursery of cucumber plants. From their experience I knew young plants of cucumber can have temporary adaptation problems when planted on rockwool slabs.
This issue is hard to avoid: it even occurs when the young plants have been grown on rockwool, and are just being transplanted to rockwool slabs (in a greenhouse with favourable growing conditions).  

– My know-how is an extension of the grower’s knowledge  

I don’t pretend to know the expertise a grower already has.
But I like to be a sparring partner, to help others extend their knowledge, by filling blind spots, by finding the missing link, by exploring horizons, by handling plant technical problems they cannot solve themselves.

– The right analysis is in the eye of the beholder

In practice, making the right call depends on one’s ability to bridge theory and practice, careful observation with an eye for detail, critical thinking. And personal experience, things you will not read in a book. Small variations within or between plants, can provide additional clues to confirm or refute a thesis.

– One’s reputation is beyond price

I value integrity and entrepreneurial spirits. Especially when a start-up is in a crucial phase. I never disclosed or shared my research with anyone (in 20 years). In today’s world, that’s a rarity. Emphasis intended.