DLF Seeds acquires OreGro Seeds

March 10, 2022
DLF Seeds announced it has acquired the assets of Oregon-based OreGro Seeds, a forage, cover crop and turfgrass breeding company.

DLF Seeds has acquired the assets of OreGro Seeds, a forage, cover crop and turfgrass breeding company located in Albany, Ore. OreGro’s proprietary cool-season forage grass, forage legume, turfgrass, cover crop and small grain varieties are now offered exclusively through DLF and its distribution partners in the U.S. and abroad.

“This investment not only complements our expansive global research and product portfolio but also adds significant operational capacity and staff to support customers,” said Claus Ikjaer, CEO of DLF Pickseed USA. “This is a strategic development to bolster our seed innovation, service and support.”

The acquisition includes three warehouse facilities totaling 75,000 square feet, equipped with blending and packaging capabilities. The company will also incorporate the research activities of OreGro into its North American and global research platform. Additionally, DLF has welcomed 20 of OreGro’s former employees to the DLF family.

“These new team members and infrastructure will help ensure a seamless transition for OreGro partners and position our customers for future growth,” said Ikjaer. “It’s also very exciting to have the opportunity to further invest in the Willamette Valley seed industry.”

Oregon’s Willamette Valley is the world’s top producer of cool-season forage and turfgrass seed and home to DLF Pickseed USA. According to the company, roughly11 percent of the company’s more than-2,000 global employees are involved in research.

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