Date: September, 2002
Abstract: During the first half of the year 2002, a number of seed companies were put up for sale or completed a change of ownership. First of all, Advanta should be mentioned, as it is a significant player in the seeds business (ranked number six, EUR 420m sales in 2001). The company, active in crop seeds like sugar beet, corn and canola, is a joint venture between Zeneca and Royal Dutch Cosun, the sugar co-op. It was officially offered for sale in March this year. The announcement was not unexpected giv...
Research Type: Industry Note