KWS Outlines Strategic Growth at Capital Markets Day 2025

At its inaugural Capital Markets Day in Einbeck, KWS SAAT SE & Co. KGaA presented its refined strategy for sustainable growth. The company reaffirmed its medium-term financial goals: annual organic net sales growth of 3-5% and an EBITDA margin of 19-21%. The strategy, dubbed “Lead. Build. Advance,” emphasizes market leadership in established crops, development of vegetable seeds, and advances in plant breeding innovations.

KWS focuses on diversifying and strengthening its portfolio in key segments such as Sugarbeet, Corn, and Cereals. It aims to increase its capacity in the European corn market and expand its sunflower seed business. In addition, KWS is venturing into plant-based foods, leveraging its expertise to enhance product qualities like taste and texture.

Innovation is central to KWS's vision, with significant investments in genome editing and hybridization to enhance seed development processes. Financial stability supports this strategy, with low net debt and plans to increase dividend payouts in line with earnings growth.