DCM Shriram stock rises up to 9% after company signs MoU with Bayer CropScience

Under this collaboration, both organisations will explore synergies in crop solutions, seeds, specialty plant nutrition, biologicals, digital tools and advisory platforms. The two companies will also assess opportunities to jointly support farmer organisations and strengthen sustainable agriculture initiatives, including pilots in soil health, carbon sequestration, and

integrated crop management. Additionally, both companies will evaluate possibilities for partnership across select areas of the chemicals business.

Ajay S. Shriram, Chairman & Senior Managing Director and Vikram S Shriram, Vice Chairman & Managing Director, DCM Shriram Ltd, said, “We are delighted to partner with Bayer to explore new avenues that can benefit India’s farming communities. By bringing together complementary strengths, we aim to support sustainable and productive agriculture while creating long-term value for farmers and the wider ecosystem.”

Commenting on the partnership, Simon Wiebusch, Chief Executive Officer, Bayer CropScience Ltd, said, “Indian agriculture is entering a phase where resilience and value-chain integration will define long-term success. With this partnership, Bayer and DCM Shriram can enhance market access, strengthen value-chain connections, and help farmers tap into emerging opportunities. Our combined and complementary expertise enables us to scale solutions quickly and create lasting positive change."