Farmer Owned & Farmer Led

Everything that we do has farmers at the heart of it. We are a company created and owned by farmers and Limagrain Field Seeds exists to supply farmers with the best genetics so they can be as successful and sustainably profitable as possible growing the crops the markets request.

The story of Limagrain is truly inspiring, how a group of relatively small farmers in Limagne Val d’Allier (centre of France) cooperated to create the world’s 4th largest seed company. The farmer shareholders of Limagrain have a daily proximity to all levels of our business and are genuine leaders with a long-term vision.

Limagrain Field Seeds is unique among global seed companies to have this model of farmer ownership and leadership and it is something, for which we are incredibly proud and that we want to highlight as a key factor of differentiation.

Multi Crop

No farmer grows only one crop and no global seed business can be successful with a single crop. Limagrain Field Seeds focus is for a portfolio of multi-crops, which correspond to the needs of farmers in all continents.

We have 4 strategic crops: Corn, Wheat, Sunflower, and Oilseed Rape. Corn and Wheat are both global crops and we consider them to be part of our identity, because they serve as the base for the activities of our Cooperative farmer members. In addition, we have a portfolio of tactical crops adapted to each region: Barley, Soybean, Millet, Rice, and Pulses.

Identity Crops

Corn
Wheat

Strategic Crops

Regional Crops

Our Business Serving Farmers Around the World

Europe
Asia-Pacific
Africa
The Americas (Brazil, Argentina, LCS, AgReliant Genetics)

International Presence

The ambition of Limagrain Field Seeds is to provide farmers with the best genetics wherever they are, whether they be large or small. Today, through Perseverance, Limagrain Field Seeds has a global presence, covering 6 continents with subsidiaries in over 28 countries and sales in 77 countries.

Progress is a core value for Limagrain. The roots of the Group were founded in solid scientific technology, which allowed us to innovate and grow our business.

Resources

Resources that meet the level of our ambitions

Breeding & Technology

Traits

Digital Agriculture

Digital Agriculture

Multiple Partnerships

Cooperation is in our DNA. By working in partnerships based on respect and common values, Limagrain Field Seeds has been able to achieve our global ambitions through the creation multiple partnerships across all continents, via our 13 joint ventures in Europe, the USA and Canada, Africa, China and Australia. These partnerships cover both business and research activities.

Our Partners

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Farmers Building the Future for Farmers

Michelle Cornu - Global Brand & Communications Lead, Limagrain Field Seeds .

March 4th 2025

When Éric Greliche, vice president of Limagrain, talks about his company, he begins with a family story.

“My father was a member, and my mother worked at Limagrain. I grew up with this company,” he says humbly.

The family farm has been passed down for generations. Since taking over, Greliche has continued to cultivate a variety of crops. Today, he grows corn and sunflower for Limagrain Field Seeds (LFS) and onions for Hazera. His eldest son has now joined him on the farm. But his commitment goes beyond his own land. Since 2005, he has dedicated valuable time to managing this cooperative, worth over 2 billion euros, driven by a strong belief.

“I want to understand and build a future for those who come after us,” he says.

The “Farmer Owned, Farmer Led” model is a core value at Limagrain. It means LFS is not only owned but also led by farmers, working closely with salaried executives.

“Decisions are shared, never imposed. It’s a real human and strategic exchange. That’s what makes us strong and sets us apart in the industry,” explains Greliche.

This unique governance is at the heart of Limagrain’s success as the world’s fourth-largest seed company.

This leadership brings real benefits to farmers. To illustrate this, Greliche shares his experience from a trip to Brazil in February 2025.

“A farmer understands the land by walking on it, feeling it. In Limagne in central France, we have some red soils. These are hard and compact. They need work before they can support crops,” he says. “In Brazil, the soil is mainly red, but it’s loose and close to being ready to welcome seeds without effort. Understanding these differences in soil, for example, helps us adapt and move forward together.”

This deep knowledge of the land enables Limagrain to innovate and tailor its seeds to local conditions, always considering the diversity of soils, whether in Brazil, Europe, Asia, or Africa.

Being led by farmers is a true competitive advantage against global seed giants.

“We farmers face the same challenges,” says Greliche.

This direct connection allows LFS to respond precisely to farmers’ needs, whether in climate-adapted seeds or agricultural innovation.

For Greliche, farming is more than a job — it’s about passing something on, respecting the land, and being passionate.

"We don’t work for ourselves, but for those who come after us,” says Greliche, adding that this belief guides every decision, every innovation. “We want to make sure future generations have even stronger tools than the ones we received. At Limagrain, we are proud to build a company that stands for strong human values and deep farmer commitment.”

It’s a journey Greliche shares with farmers around the world who understand the true value of every seed they plant.

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For further information, please contact:

Michelle Cornu
Limagrain Field Seeds
Global Brand & Communications Lead

michelle.cornu@limagrain.com