BASF closes on acquisition of Bayer assets

BASF closes on acquisition of Bayer assets

BASF closed its acquisition of assets from Bayer Wednesday.

Senior vice president for BASF Crop Protection North America Paul Rea says the $9 billion-dollar purchase transforms how the company provides farmers more tools and solutions.

“These assets are a great opportunity for us to further expand and deepen our commitment to innovation, supporting farmers with the tools they all need for the long-term.”

In a conference call with reporters, Rea said BASF’s new combined R&D budget will expand beyond $1 billion-dollars.

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