Key Takeaways:
- Syngenta Group reported Q3 2025 sales of $6.4 billion, a 6% decline year-on-year, while EBITDA increased 28% (35% at constant exchange rates).
- For the first nine months of 2025, total sales reached $20.9 billion, down 2% from 2024, with EBITDA up 25% to $3.4 billion, reflecting higher operational efficiency.
- The Group’s EBITDA margin rose to 16.5%, up from 12.9% a year earlier.
- Growth in Crop Protection and Seeds offset reduced activity in the grain trading business in China.
- Syngenta expects stable sales and continued margin improvement through the remainder of 2025.
Syngenta Group Maintains Steady Performance Amid Market Challenges
Syngenta Group reported moderate declines in overall sales during the third quarter and first nine months of 2025, citing a planned reduction in its grain trading business in China and subdued demand in some markets. Despite the lower top line, profitability improved significantly due to stronger cost controls, productivity gains, and a favorable product mix.
The Group’s focus on R&D investment and operational efficiency supported its margin expansion to 16.5%, up 3.6 percentage points year-on-year. The company stated that it remains focused on disciplined capital management and sustainable profitability in a market where farmer income continues to face pressure.
Crop Protection Segment Records Regional Growth
Sales in Syngenta Crop Protection reached $9.8 billion in the first nine months of 2025, up 3% (5% at constant exchange rates). Growth was supported by stronger volumes in Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. Sales in China increased 7%, while North America grew 3% due to higher demand for new herbicide and fungicide products.
Sales in Brazil were 2% higher, while parts of Latin America, including Argentina and Mexico, saw weaker demand due to drought conditions and pricing pressure in commodity segments.
The biologicals portfolio achieved double-digit growth in the period, driven by increased adoption of low-impact crop protection products. Syngenta Crop Protection also reported over 1,200 product approvals this year, including SEGURIS® Evo, VESTORIA® Pro, and expanded registrations for ADEPIDYN® and TYMIRIUM® technologies.
Seeds Business Advances Product Development and Digital Integration
The Syngenta Seeds business reported $3.3 billion in sales, up 1% (2% at CER). Field crop sales increased 13% in Brazil and 20% in Latin America, helped by improved corn demand in Argentina. Sales in China were up 3%, while North America and Europe saw declines of 5% and 6%, respectively.
During the reporting period, Syngenta introduced AI-based modeling tools to improve decision-making and speed up its R&D pipeline. New hybrid wheat varieties under the X-TERRA® brand advanced toward commercial launch in Europe, and hybrid rice programs expanded in Asia.
The Vegetable Seeds division entered a collaboration with Heritable Agriculture to apply AI in predicting regional variety performance and hosted global innovation events in the Netherlands and the U.S., showcasing new commercial varieties to growers and partners.
China and ADAMA Businesses Undergo Strategic Adjustments
Syngenta Group China reported $6.5 billion in sales, down 11% year-on-year due to reduced grain trading activity and price competition. However, Seeds, Branded Formulations, and Crop Nutrition each posted moderate gains, and Yangnong Chemical increased sales by 14%.
The Group continued developing its Modern Agriculture Platform (MAP) and launched the AI-driven “iMAP” tool to support large-scale farming. The “Bio+” product line also recorded continued growth, contributing to portfolio diversification.
ADAMA, the Group’s post-patent crop protection business, reported $3.0 billion in sales, similar to last year, marking its sixth consecutive quarter of EBITDA growth. Sales rose 15% in North America, supported by a shift toward higher-value products under its “Fight Forward” program. Recent launches included FERRABAIT®, COSAYR®, and PORAFAM® across multiple regions.
Syngenta Outlook for 2025
For the remainder of 2025, Syngenta Group expects stable revenue performance and continued profitability improvement amid a challenging global agricultural environment. The company plans to maintain its focus on innovation, cost management, and supporting farmers with a diverse portfolio of crop protection, seed, and biological solutions to enhance long-term resilience and efficiency.
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