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DryDown+ varieties harvesting grain corn with less than 20 grain moisture

Einbeck, 2023-11-20

New political requirements lead to the fact that growing grain corn is an increasingly attractive option for many farmers in Europe. KWS' DryDown+ grain corn varieties are characterized by very early flowering and an extremely fast and strong dry-down (drying capacity). These properties allow cultivation for the first time in regions previously dominated by winter cereals and also strengthen sustainable cultivation in typical grain corn regions.

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"Screenplay" by Gruppe Stumpf transforms the NEWCOMER KWS Art Lounge into a multiverse

Einbeck, 2023-11-17

On Thursday, November 30, 2023 at 6.30 pm, interested parties are cordially invited to visit the opening of the exhibition SCREENPLAY by the artist duo Gruppe Stumpf in the NEWCOMER KWS Art Lounge at Tiedexer Straße 20.

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KWS publishes results for the first quarter of 2023/2024 and confirms forecasts

Einbeck, 2023-11-09

Sales at €267.7 (266.3) million at the previous year's level Strong growth in European autumn sowing Earnings figures negative on a regular basis Forecasts for the 2023/2024 financial year confirmed

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Exhibition "beziehungsweise n" by Rolf Behme in the KWS Biotechnikum

Einbeck, 2023-11-09

Relationships are fundamental for living in a society. The paintings, photographs and sculptures of the Hildesheim artist Rolf Behme have relationships as one common theme: relationships between persons and objects, between persons and situations, between people. His works are the result of looking for and finding impressions during his travels to different continents.

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KWS divests Chinese corn business to joint venture partner Kenfeng with significant positive effect on earnings

Einbeck, 2023-10-31

Publication of insider information in accordance with Article 17 of EU-Regulation 596/2014 KWS SAAT SE & Co. KGaA (ISIN DE0007074007)

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"Performance": Photo exhibition by Frank Stefan Kimmel opens at KWS Biotechnikum

Einbeck, 2023-10-13

The exhibition by photographer Frank Stefan Kimmel, which opened at KWS Biotechnikum under the title "Auftritt," tells of life with and on the stage. With his photographs and accompanying interview texts, he introduces 25 actors and musicians such as Iris Berben, Götz Alsmann, Romy Haag, Ulrich Matthes and Martin Lindow.

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Financial year 2022/2023 successfully completed - earnings forecasts exceeded

Einbeck, 2023-09-27

Net sales rise by 18% to €1.82 (1.54) billion on the back of organic growth Sharp improvement in key indicators for operating income: EBITDA: +26% to €318.2 (252.5) million, EBIT: +44% to €222.8 (155.4) million; earnings per share: +18% to €3.85 (3.27) Free cash flow increases to €44.5 (9.5) million Dividend* raised to €0.90 (0.80) per share

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A girl with a sunflower at the summer holiday pass campaign

It's all about nature! KWS summer holiday pass campaign 2023

Einbeck, 2023-08-30

The playful exploration of nature was the theme of this year's KWS holiday pass campaign for children and young people aged 8 to 15. For many years now, KWS has been involved in activities in Wiebrechtshausen to offer children and young people different impressions of nature and the environment.

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Record attendance at the KULTURKRAFTTAGE at PS.SPEICHER

Einbeck, 2023-08-24

The 3rd KULTURKRAFTTAGE in Einbeck ended with a record number of visitors: From 14 to 17 March 2024, more than 1,500 guests came to the PS.SPEICHER to be enchanted and inspired by outstanding artists in Europe's largest classic car museum.

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EU Commission releases proposals on New Genomic Techniques and Plant Reproductive Material

Einbeck, 2023-07-05

KWS welcomes the publication of the Commission legislative proposals on New Genomic Techniques (NGTs) and Plant Reproductive Material (PRM). These proposals represent the foundation of the future development of the plant breeding and seed sector in Europe.

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KWS supports the xlab in Göttingen

MINT-EC student camps "Innovative Plants"
KWS once again supports as a business partner

Einbeck, 2023-06-27

As a research-intensive company, KWS supports the XLAB's approach of bringing knowledge to life and introducing young people to the natural sciences during school excursions and MINT-EC student camps.

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A total of €1,868 was donated to the hospice at the annual Einbecker Bierstadtlauf with 1,200 runners taking part.

Einbeck Beer City Run – kilometers for a good purpose

Einbeck, 2023-06-15

On 6 May 2023, the annual Einbeck Beer City Run entered its 19th edition with 1,200 runners and numerous supporters. From a Bambini run around the Marktkirche church to a total of five different routes of varying lengths, there was something for everyone. For the first time, KWS acted as sponsor and namesake of the 24.9-kilometre "KWS Hubelauf".

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