- Stoller réalise des ventes mondiales de + 400 millions de dollars et une présence dans plus de 60 pays
- Renforce l'engagement à générer de la valeur pour les agriculteurs grâce à des solutions innovantes et durables
- Deuxième transaction de Corteva dans le domaine des produits biologiques depuis l'achèvement des examens du portefeuille stratégique
INDIANAPOLIS et HOUSTON, 30 novembre 2022 — Corteva, Inc. (NYSE : CTVA) et Stoller Group, Inc. (« Stoller ») ont annoncé aujourd'hui que Corteva a signé un accord définitif pour acquérir Stoller, basé à Houston, l'un des plus grands groupes indépendants Entreprise de produits biologiques dans l'industrie. Avec des opérations et des ventes dans plus de 60 pays et des revenus prévus pour 2022 de plus de 400 millions de dollars, Stoller apporte une échelle et une rentabilité immédiates, avec des marges d'EBITDA qui seront relutives pour Corteva
L'acquisition de Stoller renforce l'engagement de Corteva à fournir aux agriculteurs des outils biologiques qui complètent l'évolution des pratiques agricoles et les aident à répondre aux attentes changeantes du marché. La réputation supérieure de Stoller en matière de relations avec les agriculteurs et de création de la demande s'articule autour d'un modèle commercial fondé sur le partage des connaissances avec la chaîne et les agriculteurs. Stoller a réussi en démontrant l'excellence technique et en offrant les avantages et la valeur des solutions intégrées sur le terrain.
« Les produits biologiques fournissent aux agriculteurs des outils durables qui complètent les technologies de protection des cultures et, collectivement, peuvent contribuer à relever les défis mondiaux liés à la sécurité alimentaire et au changement climatique. Stoller représente un leader dans l'industrie des produits biologiques compte tenu de sa présence commerciale et de son potentiel d'expansion du marché, tout en offrant une croissance et des marges d'exploitation attrayantes », a déclaré Chuck Magro, président-directeur général.
“In combination with Corteva’s leading innovation organization, Stoller provides a platform for expanding and accelerating Corteva’s Biologicals business to become one of the largest players in the rapidly expanding Biologicals market.”
Le marché des produits biologiques devrait connaître une croissance annuelle élevée à un chiffre jusqu'en 2035, représentant environ 25 % du marché global de la protection des cultures d'ici 2035. En seulement trois ans, Corteva a développé une activité de classe mondiale dans le domaine des produits biologiques en mettant en œuvre des stratégies intelligentes et agiles fondées sur des et l'innovation interne, les collaborations en R&D, les accords de licence et de distribution et les acquisitions.
« Au cours des plus de 50 ans d'histoire de Stoller, nous avons aidé avec succès des producteurs du monde entier à augmenter leur productivité et à améliorer leur durabilité. Nous sommes fiers d'unir nos forces à celles de Corteva, car nous partageons la vision d'aider les agriculteurs à réussir à cultiver les aliments nutritifs dont dépend le monde », a déclaré Guillermo de la Borda, président-directeur général de Stoller.lly jusqu'en 2035, représentant environ 25 % du total. marché de la protection des cultures d'ici 2035. En seulement trois ans, Corteva a développé une activité Biologicals de classe mondiale en mettant en œuvre des stratégies intelligentes et agiles construites autour de l'innovation externe et interne, des collaborations en R&D, des accords de licence et de distribution et des acquisitions. « Au cours des plus de 50 ans d'histoire de Stoller, nous avons aidé avec succès des producteurs du monde entier à augmenter leur productivité et à améliorer leur durabilité. Nous sommes fiers d'unir nos forces à celles de Corteva, car nous partageons la vision d'aider les agriculteurs à réussir à cultiver les aliments nutritifs dont dépend le monde », a déclaré Guillermo de la Borda, président-directeur général de Stoller.lly jusqu'en 2035, représentant environ 25 % du total. marché de la protection des cultures d'ici 2035. En seulement trois ans, Corteva a développé une activité Biologicals de classe mondiale en mettant en œuvre des stratégies intelligentes et agiles construites autour de l'innovation externe et interne, des collaborations en R&D, des accords de licence et de distribution et des acquisitions.
“This announcement is a true testament to the incredible success and dedication of our teams across the globe who have helped us become one of the most trusted biostimulant and plant health companies in the world. Our innovative solutions and deep expertise will continue to make an impact for years to come.”
Stoller is the second Biologicals acquisition for Corteva this year, as the company recently announced it signed a definitive agreement to acquire Symborg, an expert in microbiological technologies based in Murcia, Spain. Corteva will bring together the complementary commercial and technical strengths of Stoller and Symborg as part of its Biologicals strategy.
The Stoller purchase price of $1.2 billion in cash represents an enterprise value multiple of approximately 12x based on Stoller’s expected EBITDA for 2022 on a stand-alone basis. The purchase price will be paid at closing, which is anticipated to be completed in the first half of 2023 following regulatory approvals and satisfaction of customary closing conditions. The Company expects that Stoller results will be accretive to both Operating EBITDA and Operating EPS for 2023.
The Company will host a live webcast on Monday, Dec. 5, from 11:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. EST to discuss additional details regarding the transaction and the Company’s overall Biologicals strategy.
This presentation will be webcast. Registration is available on the Events and Presentations Page of the Corteva Investor Relations website. A replay will also be available on the Investor Events and Presentations page until Dec. 5, 2023.
Advisors
Evercore is serving as the financial advisor to Corteva. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC is serving as lead financial advisor and Piper Sandler is serving as financial advisor to Stoller Group. Latham & Watkins served as legal advisor to Stoller.
À propos de Stoller
Stoller is a multinational plant-science company whose vision is to deliver solutions that empower customers’ sustainability. Stoller helps growers around the world succeed with science-proven offerings that include physiological-signaling compounds, such as plant hormones, high-technology nutrients, and microorganisms that can be used alone or in combination to improve plant efficiency and promote plant resilience to stress. For more than 50 years, Stoller has blended its innovative, quality solutions with its deep-rooted knowledge in plant physiology, so plants can maximize their genetic potential, increasing yield and profit for progressive growers. For more information, visit stolleragro.com.
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