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“My dad worked for Del Monte and then for Monsanto as one of the chief scientists on the Calgene Flavr Savr Tomato. But it was a huge disaster because the tomato didn't taste good. And then my dad started his own genetics company and I began doing that with him. He and I ran a genetics company for 10 years. And so I sold seeds to Florida.”

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Sanjay Rawal, born on October 30, 1974, is a versatile artist and activist with a career spanning various fields, including acting, directing, writing, and producing. His career began in theater and has expanded into film and television. more

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