Key Takeaways:
- Agriculture stocks broadly declined during the week of July 28–August 2, 2025.
- FMC (-11.69%) and DuPont (-7.97%) led the losses following earnings and divestment news.
- AGCO (+1.36%) was the only notable gainer, lifted by Q2 earnings results.
- The U.S. officially enacted tariffs on August 1, creating headwinds for global agricultural manufacturers.
- CNH (-6.24%), John Deere (-3.01%), and Bayer (-3.37%) were among those affected by macroeconomic and policy pressures.
Agriculture Stocks: Weekly Performance Overview (July 28 – August 2nd, 2025)
| Company | Exchange (Ticker) | Opening Price | Closing Price | Weekly Change | Key Company News |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Deere | NYSE (DE) | $516.51 | $500.98 | -3.01% | John Deere Launches Operations Center™ PRO Service |
| Corteva | NYSE (CTVA) | $73.20 | $71.17 | -2.78% | — |
| FMC | NYSE (FMC) | $43.04 | $38.01 | -11.69% | FMC Reports Q2 2025, Announces India Divestment & Product Registration In UK |
| UPL | NSE/BSE (UPL) | ₹729.40 | ₹714.75 | -2.01% | — |
| Nutrien Corp | NYSE/TSX (NTR) | CAD 81.90 | CAD 80.77 | -1.38% | — |
| CNH Industrial | NYSE (CNHI) | $13.30 | $12.47 | -6.24% | CNH Industrial Reports Q2 2025 Results |
| Bayer AG | ETR (BAYN) | EUR 28.94 | EUR 27.96 | -3.37% | Bayer Submits EU Registration for Icafolin Herbicide, Expanding Global Pipeline |
| AGCO Corporation | NYSE (AGCO) | $112.09 | $113.61 | +1.36% | AGCO Reports Q2 2025 Net Sales of $2.6B, Adjusted EPS of $1.35 as Industry Demand Falters |
| Kubota Corp | TYO (6326) | JPY 1685 | JPY 1674 | -0.68% | — |
| Edible Garden | NASDAQ (EDBL) | $2.58 | $2.40 | -6.98% | Edible Garden Launches USDA Certified Organic Hydroponic Basil Plant for Retail |
| ADM | NYSE (ADM) | $55.00 | $53.85 | -2.09% | — |
| The Mosaic Company | NYSE (MOS) | $36.67 | $35.32 | -3.68% | — |
| CF Industries | NYSE (CF) | $93.73 | $91.56 | -2.32% | — |
| DuPont de Nemours Inc. | NYSE (DD) | $76.00 | $69.94 | -7.97% | — |
| Farmland Partners Inc. | NYSE (FPI) | $10.58 | $10.61 | +0.28% | — |
| Lindsay Corp | NYSE (LNN) | $137.42 | $133.42 | -2.66% | Lindsay Corporation Launches TowerWatch™ to Enhance Irrigation Efficiency and Fault Detection |
Market Summary: Earnings, Divestments, and Tariffs Drive Down Agriculture Stocks
Agriculture equities retreated in the last week of July 2025 as markets absorbed Q2 earnings, strategic divestments, and the formal enactment of new U.S. tariffs on August 1. FMC Corp posted the steepest decline (-11.69%) after reporting quarterly results and announcing its divestment in India, alongside regulatory progress in the UK. DuPont followed with a 7.97% drop, despite no major disclosures.
AGCO Corporation was the only major gainer this week (+1.36%), buoyed by Q2 net sales of $2.6 billion and an adjusted EPS of $1.35, even as it acknowledged softening demand in some key regions. In contrast, John Deere (-3.01%), CNH Industrial (-6.24%), and Bayer (-3.37%) all posted losses amid trade and earnings-related volatility.
Policy Update: Tariffs Implemented August 1 With Broad Global Scope
The long-anticipated tariffs under the Trump administration officially came into force on August 1, 2025. The measures impact agricultural equipment and component trade across dozens of countries. Tariffs range from 10%–41%, depending on the nation and product classification.
Read our report on the impact of the Tariffs on the agriculture industry.
Key highlights include:
- 25% tariffs on India and Kazakhstan
- 30%–40% on several African and Middle Eastern nations
- 0% or adjusted rates for most EU goods depending on baseline duty levels
- 15% blanket tariffs for many Asian exporters including Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan
Manufacturers like John Deere, Kubota, and CNH Industrial may face increased input costs due to their reliance on global supply chains. No new guidance has yet been issued from the companies regarding the tariff impact.
Looking Ahead: Continued Earnings and Policy Signals For Agriculture Stocks
With the tariff environment now official, investor focus shifts back to upcoming earnings releases from Corteva, Nutrien, ADM, and others. Market sentiment will likely hinge on management commentary around cost pressures, supply chain adaptability, and global demand outlooks.
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