HOW WE CAN HELP
The Australian agribusiness industry will bring opportunities and challenges in the next decade. Key driving forces include the need for increased food production and investment in infrastructure, alongside trends such as environmental sustainability, productivity-enhancing technology such as automation and precision farming, resilient supply chains, agri-energy, foreign investment, and demand for new products such as pesticides, locally produced fertiliser, cannabis and more.
In this landscape, industry leaders will pursue M&A and investment opportunities to boost market share and enhance capabilities. Start-ups will disrupt existing business practices with innovative products and technologies. Capital providers and investors will provide funding for growth and innovation. Successfully navigating complex regulations and social expectations will be crucial. Companies must develop strategies for M&A, IP protection, growth financing, and partnerships, while effectively managing disputes, litigation and regulatory risks. We offer a comprehensive service tailored to the unique needs of the agribusiness sector including M&A, regulatory matters, litigation, partnerships and agreements, capital projects, derivatives and divestments.
In a record judgment against Glencore and Viterra in proceedings involving claims of misleading conduct and deceit arising out of the sale of a malting business.
On its $1.5 billion acquisition by Malteries Soufflet (whose major shareholder is the French agricultural cooperative group, InVivo).
On its $26.6 billion merger with Viterra (backed by Glencore). We advised Bunge in conjunction with Latham and Watkins.
On its ~$2 billion demerger of United Malt Group to GrainCorp’s shareholders by way of scheme of arrangement and ASX listing.
On licensing obligations for stock and station agents, contractual matters with customers and suppliers regarding agricultural products, and new climate reporting regulations.
In successfully defending a six-week trial in the Supreme Court brought by Fonterra Brands Australia regarding the use of Bega’s own trademark.
On a suite of interlinked agreements to fund, develop and commercialise genetically modified seed technology.
On its initial public offering and ASX listing.
On the sale of its cotton business to Queensland Cotton, the acquisition and sale of numerous farming enterprises and rural properties, and the trade of water entitlements.
