Valuation Trading Multiples & Precedent Transactions: Agricultural Inputs and Crop Protection Companies
Valuation benchmarks for Agricultural Inputs and Crop Protection Companies. Access public trading comps, EV/EBITDA acquisition multiples, and private market data for pitch books and valuation analysis.
1.1 - Agricultural Inputs and Crop Protection Companies Market Context & Valuation Drivers
Companies in this trading comparable group manufacture and supply agricultural inputs—including crop protection chemicals, fertilizers, biologicals, and animal genetics—and, in some cases, provide custom synthesis and contract manufacturing for agrochemicals. They share similar end-market exposure to global farming activity, distribution-led go-to-market models, and regulated product portfolios, making them relevant valuation benchmarks for assessing scale, margins, and growth dynamics across crop nutrition and protection ecosystems.
Typical capabilities span discovery and formulation of herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides; production of nitrogen-based fertilizers and ammonia; seed treatment coatings; plant health biologicals; animal genetics and reproductive technologies; contract development and manufacturing (CSM/CDMO) for active ingredients; field trials and regulatory registration support; and multi-channel distribution to growers and agribusinesses. Many operate branded formulation portfolios alongside technical-grade manufacturing and offer agronomic advisory programs to drive adoption and retention.
Primary customers include growers and farming cooperatives, agribusiness distributors/retailers, and livestock producers. Key valuation drivers include volume growth tied to planted acreage, pricing/mix from new formulations, gross and EBITDA margin performance, cash conversion and working capital efficiency, and geographic diversification that mitigates seasonality. Pipeline strength, regulatory approvals, and share gains in branded portfolios improve revenue visibility, recurring demand, and support premium valuation benchmarks.
2. Valuation Analysis: Public Trading Comps & Multiples for Agricultural Inputs and Crop Protection Companies companies
2.1 - Public Peer Groups & Median Valuation Multiples for Agricultural Inputs and Crop Protection Companies sector
Comparable group 1: Agricultural Inputs and Crop Protection Companies
PI Indus
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- Description: Provider of agriscience solutions and agrochemical products and services with operations across the entire AgChem value chain from R&D to distribution, manufacturing, and marketing, serving the agriculture industry globally with innovative solutions. The company is engaged in the manufacture and distribution of agrochemicals, specialty fertilizers, and seeds. It partners with multinational companies to bring their products to the Indian market through research, development, and exclusive marketing agreements.
- Key Products:
- R&D Services: CSM and custom synthesis and manufacturing solutions offered through strategic tie-ups with multinational companies
- Distribution Services: Partnering with global companies to market agrochemical products in India
- Evaluation & Trials: Conducting in-field trials and evaluations for product development
- Registration Services: Assisting in the registration and regulatory compliance of agri-input products
- Manufacturing: Providing large-scale commercial manufacturing of agrochemicals and specialty fertilizers.
Yara International
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- Description: Provider of mineral fertilizers and environmental solutions, focusing on the production and sale of nitrogen products, ammonia, and crop nutrition programs, aiming to address global challenges through sustainable agricultural and environmental solutions.
- Key Products:
- Crop Nutrition Solutions: Programs helping produce food required for a growing population
- Environmental Solutions: Products reducing emissions and improving air quality
- Ammonia Production: Key component in fertilizers and industrial applications
- Industrial Solutions: Providing essential chemicals and solutions for various industries
- Regenerative Agriculture: Initiatives aimed at transforming the food system and promoting sustainable farming