BASF SE historically has boasted one of the widest portfolios in the chemicals industry, including products as dissimilar as cassette tapes and ulcer treatment. But it took a not-so-gentle nudge from the $160 billion wave of consolidation sweeping the agrochemical industry for the company to finally embrace seeds.
The company aims to profitably grow market share through organic growth and collaborations, and is considering targeted acquisitions with a focus on seeds. Read more
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Bayer AG’s takeover of Monsanto Co. faces deeper scrutiny from European antitrust regulators who say they have “serious doubts” about uniting two of the world’s largest manufacturers of genetically engineered crop seeds and pesticides. Read more
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