What we do Dhanuka Agritech Ltd is a leading Indian agrochemical company manufacturing and marketing a wide range of crop protection products including herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators. |
Founded in 1,985 |
Market share Strong presence across Indian agriculture with over 300 registrations and a robust distribution network catering to 10 million farmers. |
Problem solved Offers solutions to enhance crop productivity by protecting against pests, weeds, and diseases, thereby supporting farmer incomes and food security. |
Top clients or who we serve Services over 6,500 distributors and 80,000 retailers across major Indian states, catering primarily to B2B segments within agrochemical distribution and retail. |
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Our journey and innovations From inception in 1985, Dhanuka evolved with technical collaborations, expanded manufacturing capacities, recent chemical synthesis plant at Dahej, and acquisitions of active ingredient rights from Bayer AG. |
Where we operate Predominantly India with plans for expansion in over 20 countries including Latin America, Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Asia. |
Top products or what we offer Offers 90+ products including insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators. Recent launches include Turmoil, Miyako, Markar Super, Protocol, Delight, and Roxa. |
Top brands Dinkar (herbicide), Purge (herbicide), Mycore, Zapac, Prorin, Prodhan, Largo, Chempa, and Apply – trusted brands with pan-India reach. |
Raw materials needed Technical grade chemicals like methomyl, atrazine, and various intermediates sourced globally. |
Raw materials supplier Imports from Du Pont (USA), Bayer AG (Germany), Mitsui Chemicals (Japan), Takeda Chemicals (Japan), Nissan Chemicals (Japan). |
Recurring vs cyclical contribution Revenue driven by cyclical agricultural seasons with recurring demand aligned to cropping cycles. |
Our industry position Key player in Indian agrochemicals with growing capabilities in R&D, manufacturing, and diversified portfolio aiding leadership in specialty products. |
Financial highlights FY2024-25 revenue ₹2035.15 Cr (+15.7%), PAT ₹296.96 Cr (+24.2%), EBITDA ₹452.71 Cr (+25%), strong balance sheet with net worth ₹1402.72 Cr. |
Geographical revenue split Revenue spread across India with growth in North, East, South, and West regions; initiating exports to 20+ countries. |
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Whats driving growth Expanding product portfolio, new product launches, advanced chemical synthesis capabilities, international rights acquisition, and rural market penetration. |
Our future plans Focus on global expansion, optimizing Dahej plant utilization, increasing exports, and launching new specialty agrochemical formulations. |
Our green promise Engages in Corporate Social Responsibility including water conservation and sustainable agriculture education programs. |
Our people and values Workforce strengthened by 30 chemists in R&D; promotes farmer education and collaborations with agricultural research institutes. |
Key challenges ahead Weather dependency, fluctuating commodity prices, regulatory approvals, and competition in both domestic and global markets. |
Interesting facts Received national quality awards, extensive collaborations with global agrochemical companies, pioneering chemical synthesis in India. |
Risks and strategy Proactive risk management through a dedicated committee, focusing on innovation and regulatory compliance to mitigate operational and market risks. |
