Agriculture

IPO Readiness of BASF Agricultural Solutions

We are BASF in Agriculture and everything we do, we do for the love of farming. For more than a century, we have been supporting agriculture, farmers and growers. We have evolved from a product-centric business to a leading agricultural solutions provider. 

Our Path to IPO Readiness

In September 2024, BASF announced its plan for a partial IPO (Initial Public Offering) of Agricultural Solutions as part of its “Winning Ways” strategy to unlock the value potential of the business. Since then, we are progressing on a clearly defined journey toward IPO readiness by 2027, strengthening our position as an independent, pure‑play agricultural company. This development supports our ambition of long‑term growth, sharper strategic focus and continued innovation for farmers worldwide.

Building an Independent Agricultural Pure‑Play

To achieve IPO readiness, a new legal entity was established in the form of a European company (Societas Europaea – SE), which shall encompass all global entities of Agricultural Solutions. The SE structure offers stability and flexibility, reinforcing our commitment to capital market standards for subsidiary IPOs of German corporates.

To address capital market expectations, a market customary two-tier governance structure will be implemented at the Agricultural Solutions SE, with a Management Board and a Supervisory Board. Independent of this, as of May 1, 2026, the Management Board will assume responsibility for steering the business. The Supervisory Board will oversee the Management Board; its members will be announced in due course.

Our Commitment to Customers and Innovation Remains Unchanged

While we evolve our structure, our dedication to farmers, growers and partners remains unchanged. We will continue to deliver market-driven innovations across major crops globally and keep our high investment in research and development.

We are convinced that our integrated crop systems approach based on crop protection, seeds and traits, digital tools and sustainability offerings, is the right way to support our customers - so that they can produce sufficient and affordable food in times of growing world population, climate change, and globally different regulations. 

FAQ: IPO Readiness

Why are we preparing for IPO readiness?

As part of BASF’s “Winning Ways” Strategy, the planned IPO aims at further unlocking the full potential of the business as a global agricultural pure‑play.

Would BASF remain a shareholder after a potential IPO?

Yes. In case of an IPO, BASF intends to remain the majority shareholder and continue to benefit from the company’s growth and success.

What is the expected timeline for achieving IPO readiness?

The goal is to achieve IPO readiness by 2027.

Focused Leadership for a Standalone Company

The new Agricultural Solutions Management Board led by Livio Tedeschi is committed to driving our strategy with focus and ambition.

The Management Board and our entire Agricultural Solutions team stand fully behind our vision: For the love of farming, the biggest job on Earth.
This passion drives us every day - to innovate, grow and create value for farmers worldwide.

Dr. Livio Tedeschi

Head of Management Board