ADAMA Agricultural Solutions

Crop-protection Solutions

Agriculture & Food Technologies
Acquired by ChemChina on Oct, 2011
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Company Overview

Snapshot

Founded in January 1945, ADAMA Agricultural Solutions operates with over 2,000 employees. The company has raised $238.97 million across three funding rounds and was acquired by ChemChina in October 2011.

Business overview

ADAMA Agricultural Solutions is a global crop-protection company focused on simplifying agriculture for farmers. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of products and services designed to control weeds, insects, and diseases, ultimately helping farmers improve their yields. ADAMA serves markets in over 100 countries, operating within the Agriculture & Food Technologies sector, specifically in Ag Tech and Farm Equipment & Treatment.

Strategic signal

In July 2024, ADAMA announced the appointment of Gaël Hili as President and CEO, replacing Steve Hawkins. This leadership transition signals a potential shift in strategic direction or an effort to inject new perspectives into the company's global operations and market approach, which is a key development for investors monitoring the company's future performance and innovation pipeline.

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Company Intelligence Q&A

What was a significant leadership change at ADAMA Agricultural Solutions?
In July 2024, ADAMA announced that Gaël Hili was appointed as President and CEO, succeeding Steve Hawkins.
When did ADAMA Agricultural Solutions complete its acquisition by ChemChina?
ADAMA Agricultural Solutions, then known as Makhteshim-Agan, was acquired by ChemChina in October 2011, in a record $2.4 billion merger.
What was a key acquisition made by ADAMA Agricultural Solutions in 2021?
In June 2021, ADAMA completed the acquisition of a majority stake in Huifeng's crop protection manufacturing facilities.
What was a strategic partnership for ADAMA Agricultural Solutions?
In March 2019, ADAMA partnered with Tactical Robotics to advance farming technologies.
What was a product registration milestone for ADAMA Agricultural Solutions?
In August 2023, ADAMA received registration for ACTAVAN, its first global bio-fungicide, in Peru.
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