Bayer CropScience Limited stands as one of India's premier agrochemical companies, specializing in the manufacture, sale, and distribution of crop protection solutions. The company operates through its Agri Care business which primarily includes manufacture, sale and distribution of insecticides, fungicides, herbicide and various other agrochemical products and corn seeds. Listed on both the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) under the ticker symbol BAYERCROP, the company is listed on the National Stock Exchange and Bombay Stock Exchange under the codes BAYERCROP and 506285, respectively. The stock has also been included in BSE 200 and BSE 500 indices.
The Company's operations include three business areas: Crop Protection, Seeds & Traits and Digital Farming. The Crop Protection segment forms the core of the business, offering a comprehensive range of chemical and biological pest management solutions to farmers across India. It offers crop solutions for various crops, such as cotton, fruits, millet, mustard, pulses, rice, soybeans, sugar cane, vegetables, and wheat.
The company's Seeds & Traits division focuses on developing innovative seeds and traits that provide farmers with enhanced agricultural solutions. Its Digital Farming consist of modern farming method that uses technology to improve crop yield and efficiency while reducing waste and environmental impact. It provides digital farming products comprising FarmRise and other digital applications, such as drones for spray services, etc., as well as provides various technologies, such as remote sensing, IoT sensors, GPS, artificial intelligence, and data analytics to monitor and manage crop growth, soil quality, weather patterns, and other factors.
The company markets its products under various established brands including Alion Plus, Movento Energy, Solomon, Lasenta, Xellano and Nativo. Additionally, the company owns various brands, including Admire, Adora, Alanto, Aliette, Antracol, Confidor, Decis 100, Fame, Folicur, Melody Duo, Nativo, and Spintor for selling crop science products in India.
The market cap of Bayer Cropscience Ltd (BAYERCROP) is ₹25412.51 Cr as of 25th June 2025, positioning it as a significant player in the agrochemical sector. The company has demonstrated consistent performance despite facing industry challenges.
For the latest financial results, Bayer CropScience Limited has announced its financial results for the third quarter of FY25, reporting a 10.7% year-on-year (YoY) increase in revenue but a significant 63.3% YoY decline in net profit due to higher expenses and lower margins. Q3 Revenue: ₹1,056.9 crore, up 10.7% YoY from ₹954.9 crore in Q3 FY24. Nine-Month Revenue: ₹4,425.7 crore, up 2.6% YoY from ₹4,311.7 crore.
The company's profitability was impacted by higher material costs, with Cost of materials consumed is ₹691.3 crore in Q3 FY25, significantly higher than ₹363.9 crore in Q3 FY24, impacting profitability. Despite these challenges, Net Profit for Q3: ₹34.2 crore, down 63.3% YoY from ₹93.1 crore. Nine-Month Net Profit: ₹424.7 crore, down 34.1% YoY from ₹644.5 crore.
- The P/E (price-to-earnings) ratio of Bayer Cropscience Ltd (BAYERCROP) is 44.74
- The P/B (price-to-book) ratio is 8.92
- The 52-week high of Bayer Cropscience Ltd (BAYERCROP) is ₹7196.85 and the 52-week low is ₹4217.45
- The current dividend yield of Bayer Cropscience Ltd (BAYERCROP) is 2.21
The company maintains a strong dividend policy, demonstrating its commitment to shareholder returns. AGM on Aug 21, 2025; Final dividend Rs.35/share for FY 2024-25, payment from Sept 2, 2025. Company has been maintaining a healthy dividend payout of 86.9%, reflecting its consistent approach to returning value to shareholders.
Promoter Holding: 71.4%, indicating strong promoter confidence in the company's long-term prospects. Bayer CropScience Limited operates as a subsidiary of Bayer Aktiengesellschaft (XTRA:BAYN), providing it with global expertise and support from its parent company.
Bayer CropScience remains focused on supply chain efficiency, cost management, and expansion of its agribusiness portfolio. Despite a challenging quarter, the company is optimistic about revenue stability and long-term growth prospects in India's agricultural sector.
Company is almost debt free, providing financial flexibility for future investments and expansion. The company's strategic positioning in India's growing agricultural market, combined with its comprehensive product portfolio and strong brand presence, positions it well for long-term growth despite near-term challenges.
