Latest Agribusiness News

GrainCorp Limited has declared a combined ordinary and special dividend of AUD 0.24 per share, fully franked, reflecting confidence in its recent financial performance.

GrainCorp reported a resilient FY25 with underlying EBITDA rising to $308 million, supported by record grain handling and oilseed crush volumes despite a challenging global margin environment. The company maintained a strong balance sheet and returned solid dividends while advancing strategic growth and sustainability initiatives.

GrainCorp reported a 12.3% revenue increase to $7.31 billion in FY25, alongside record grain volumes and growth in Animal Nutrition, despite a 35% drop in statutory net profit. The company declared a fully franked 24-cent final dividend and advanced key sustainability initiatives.

Inghams Group reports stable volumes and improved wholesale pricing in early FY26 but faces higher operational costs impacting first-half earnings. A leadership restructure aims to cut costs and boost accountability as the company reaffirms its full-year EBITDA guidance.

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank reported steady cash earnings in 1Q26, supported by improved net interest margins and deposit mix, while residential lending contracted amid competitive pressures. Strategic technology rollouts promise growth in the second half.

The a2 Milk Company is expanding its strategic partnership with China State Farm to include English label infant milk formula products, starting with a2 Genesis™ in early 2026. This move aims to strengthen distribution control and capitalize on China’s booming infant formula market.

Elders Limited has acquired Delta Agribusiness in a deal combining $292 million cash and 22.3 million new shares, aiming to deepen its presence in rural Australia and broaden its agronomy services.

Westpac reported a resilient full-year 2025 performance with modest profit decline, robust loan and deposit growth, and ongoing strategic initiatives aimed at simplifying operations and enhancing customer experience.

RLF AgTech Ltd has reported a record September quarter with $5.3 million in cash receipts, driven by strong sales growth and strategic expansion in Australia and Asia. The company also advanced its manufacturing capabilities and leadership team to support ongoing growth.

Elders Limited has secured regulatory approval to acquire Delta Agribusiness, subject to divesting six Western Australian branches, while maintaining a positive outlook for FY25 earnings.

The ACCC has approved Elders Limited’s acquisition of Delta Agribusiness, contingent on Elders divesting six Delta retail stores in Western Australia to preserve local competition.

Duxton Farms has disclosed the indicative results of shareholder elections for its proposed merger with four agribusiness companies, setting the stage for a decisive vote next month.