Syngenta Group FY2025: EBITDA Jumps 13% to $4.4 Billion Despite 1% Sales Dip
31 March 2026, Shanghai: Syngenta Group has reported a resilient financial performance for FY2025, navigating a challenging global agricultural environment marked by depressed commodity prices, geopolitical uncertainties, and disrupted trade flows. The company demonstrated strong operational execution, margin expansion, and continued innovation-led growth across business segments.
Full-year sales stood at $28.4 billion, reflecting a marginal decline of 1% year-on-year, primarily due to the strategic reduction of lower-margin grain trading activities. However, profitability improved significantly, with EBITDA rising 13% to $4.4 billion, supported by disciplined cost management and portfolio optimization.
The company also achieved a 1.9 percentage-point improvement in EBITDA margin to 15.4%, highlighting stronger operational efficiency and a shift toward higher-value products.
Financial Performance Snapshot
Full-Year Performance
| Metric | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | Change (%) | Change (CER) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sales ($ bn) | 28.4 | 28.8 | -1% | -1% |
| EBITDA ($ bn) | 4.4 | 3.9 | +13% | +17% |
Q4 Performance
| Metric | Q4 2025 | Q4 2024 | Change (%) | Change (CER) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sales ($ bn) | 7.6 | 7.5 | +2% | -1% |
| EBITDA ($ bn) | 0.9 | 1.1 | -16% | -19% |
Segment-Wise Performance Overview
Revenue by Business Unit (FY2025)
| Segment | FY 2025 ($ bn) | FY 2024 ($ bn) | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crop Protection | 13.7 | 13.2 | +4% |
| Seeds | 4.8 | 4.8 | +2% |
| ADAMA | 4.1 | 4.1 | -2% |
| Syngenta Group China | 8.3 | 9.2 | -10% |
| Eliminations | -2.5 | -2.5 | — |
| Total | 28.4 | 28.8 | -1% |
Q4 Segment Performance
| Segment | Q4 2025 ($ bn) | Q4 2024 ($ bn) | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crop Protection | 3.9 | 3.7 | +5% |
| Seeds | 1.6 | 1.5 | +7% |
| ADAMA | 1.0 | 1.1 | -9% |
| Syngenta Group China | 1.8 | 1.9 | -5% |
| Eliminations | -0.7 | -0.7 | — |
| Total | 7.6 | 7.5 | +2% |
Segment Insights
Crop Protection: Innovation-Led Growth
The Crop Protection business delivered $13.7 billion in sales, driven by strong demand for high-value products and innovation. Growth was led by:
- North America (+10%)
- China (+8%)
- Europe and AMEA (+5%)
However, pricing pressure persisted in Latin America due to generic competition.
The segment registered 1,800 new product launches, including:
- PLINAZOLIN® insecticide technology (EPA approval in the US)
- TYMIRIUM® for nematode and fungal control
- ALTESSIA® herbicide launched in India
Seeds: Stable Growth with Regional Variations
The Seeds business reported $4.8 billion in revenue, supported by:
- Strong performance in Brazil (+17%)
- Growth in China (+6%) and Europe (+1%)
- Decline in North America (-12%) due to restructuring
Key developments included:
- Launch of new corn hybrids and soybean varieties
- Expansion of vegetable seeds innovation through AI partnerships
- Introduction of DURASTAK™ and ENLIST E3 EXPANCE™ traits
Syngenta Group China: Strategic Realignment Impact
Sales declined 10% to $8.3 billion, largely due to:
- A 68% reduction in grain trading activities
- Transformation of MAP services toward higher-margin models
However, core segments showed strength:
- Seeds (+7%)
- Branded formulations (+5%)
- Yangnong Chemical (+13%)
ADAMA: Margin Improvement Despite Market Pressure
ADAMA reported $4.1 billion in sales, slightly down due to challenging conditions in post-patent agrochemicals.
Key highlights:
- EBITDA growth and margin improvement for six consecutive quarters
- Strong growth in North America (+11%)
- Strategic focus on differentiated formulations
New product launches included:
- CAZADO™ herbicide (Canada)
- TEMPER™ More (US)
- FERALLA® (EU approval as low-risk active substance)
Strategic Highlights
Leadership Update: Nelson Jiang appointed CFO; Hengde Qin transitioned to COO.
AI Integration: Syngenta expanded AI-driven “lighthouse projects” to enhance efficiency and decision-making.
Biologicals Growth: Achieved double-digit growth, supported by new production capacity in the US.
Digital Transformation: Completed SAP S/4HANA migration to strengthen data-driven operations.
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