Revenue rises modestly while disciplined execution, diversified portfolio, and cost control drive 21 per cent PAT growth; board recommends Rs 60 per share dividend

Bayer CropScience Limited reported a steady performance for the quarter and financial year ended 31 March 2026, supported by resilient crop protection demand, disciplined channel management, and operational efficiency despite a challenging and weather-impacted agricultural environment.

FY26 Financial Performance

For FY26, revenue from operations rose to Rs 56,750 Mn, compared to Rs 54,734 Mn in the previous year, reflecting moderate growth in a challenging market environment. Profit before tax increased to Rs 8,549 Mn, up from Rs 7,074 Mn in FY25, supported by improved operational discipline and portfolio strength.

Profit after tax (PAT) grew 21 per cent year-on-year, driven by cost efficiency, cash flow discipline, and balance sheet strength, even as growth was moderated by Kharif season disruptions and selective channel management strategies focused on long-term value creation.

Q4 FY26 Performance

In Q4 FY26, revenue from operations stood at Rs 11,008 Mn, up from Rs 10,464 Mn in the corresponding quarter last year, representing approximately 5 per cent year-on-year growth. Profit before tax for the quarter increased to Rs 2,064 Mn, compared to Rs 1,679 Mn in Q4 FY25, reflecting stable underlying demand across key segments.

Management Commentary

Simon Wiebusch, Vice Chairman, Managing Director and CEO of Bayer CropScience India, said the company delivered a resilient performance in Q4, with approximately 5 per cent revenue growth, driven by the underlying strength of its diversified crop protection portfolio despite softer corn seasonality and external headwinds. He noted that FY26 performance was shaped by Kharif disruptions and a strategic emphasis on disciplined channel management and sustainable, quality-led growth over short-term volume expansion.

Financial Discipline and Balance Sheet Strength

Vinit Jindal, Executive Director and Chief Financial Officer, highlighted that profit after tax grew 21 per cent for the full year, supported by disciplined cost management and strong cash flow generation. He added that the company maintained financial stability through external volatility, with a strong balance sheet providing flexibility to support operational and strategic priorities.

Dividend Announcement

The Board of Directors has recommended a final dividend of Rs 60 per equity share of Rs 10 each, subject to shareholder approval at the forthcoming Annual General Meeting.

Outlook

Bayer CropScience India indicated continued focus on profitable, quality-led growth, leveraging its diversified portfolio, resilient supply chain, and disciplined execution framework to navigate evolving agricultural conditions while sustaining long-term value creation.