Groupe Limagrain
| Company type | Cooperative |
|---|---|
| Industry | Agriculture, Seeds, Food processing |
| Headquarters | France |
Area served | Worldwide (56 countries) |
| Products | Field seeds, Vegetable seeds, Cereal products, Functional flours, Bakery and pastry products |
Number of employees | 10000+ (2017) |
| Website | www |
Limagrain is a global agricultural cooperative group focused on field seeds, vegetable seeds, and cereal products. Established and operated by French farmers, Limagrain stands as the third largest seed company worldwide through its subsidiary Vilmorin & Cie. It also leads the European market in functional flours via Limagrain Céréales Ingrédients and ranks as the second largest bakery and third largest pastry manufacturer in France through Jacquet-Brossard.
With annual revenues surpassing 2.6 billion euros (2016-2017), the Group employs over 10,000 people across 56 countries, including a research team of more than 2,000 professionals. In the Auvergne area, the cooperative includes close to 2,000 farmer members. Limagrain pursues a worldwide commitment to sustainable agriculture and food production, prioritizing innovation and market balance.
Core businesses
- Field Seeds
A foundational segment of Limagrain’s activities, Field Seeds have been managed by Vilmorin & Cie since 2006. This division concentrates on two primary markets: Limagrain Europe holds a leading position in Europe, while in North America, AgReliant, a partnership with German firm KWS, ranks third in the U.S. corn seed industry.
- Vegetable Seeds and Garden Products
Operating under Vilmorin & Cie since 1975, this division caters to professional growers and food processors with premium vegetable seeds. Globally, Vilmorin & Cie is the second largest company in this domain. The Garden Products branch targets amateur gardeners by offering seeds, bulbs, and plant care solutions under prominent brands throughout key European markets.
- Bakery and Cereal Ingredients
Limagrain enhances the value of its members’ agricultural produce through its cereal products segment. Founded in 2002, Limagrain Céréales Ingrédients is a leader in functional flour production. Following the acquisition of Jacquet in 1995, Limagrain has become France’s foremost industrial bakery and pastry group.
Key figures
- Turnover for 2016-2017: exceeding 2.6 billion euros
- Global workforce: more than 10,000 employees