Royal Agrifirm Group achieved an operating result of EUR28.2 million (US$32.6 million) in 2025, a strong turnaround compared with 2024. The net result amounted to EUR10.3 million. As a result, Agrifirm will distribute EUR11.5 million to its members.
“2025 marked the start of our new strategy Full Speed Ahead ’28,” said CEO Piet Hilarides. “It was a year of all hands on deck, in which focus, discipline and innovation clearly began to pay off. 2025 was characterized by cost control and results-driven performance. Such a cultural shift takes time, but the change is already visible. This is highly motivating: it creates contagious enthusiasm, stronger engagement and visible job satisfaction within our teams.”
The Netherlands
Activities in the Netherlands showed a mixed but stable picture. Market share in Ruminants and Pigs remained stable despite a further decline in the livestock population. Plant Based Solutions achieved growth thanks to innovations such as Balanced Fertilisation and digital advisory tools like Phytophthora. Poultry achieved a significant increase in market share. Crunch for piglets and poultry was awarded the innovation award. Welkoop increased revenue and market share and was once again voted the best retail chain in Garden & Animal.
International activities
Internationally, progress was also achieved, albeit with differences by region. Poland delivered a strong turnaround, with volume growth in poultry and cattle feed, improved margins and increasing market share. Latin America showed clear improvement after previous challenges. China remains a complex market due to animal diseases and low pig prices, but recovery measures have been initiated. Feed Belgium went through an intensive transition year focused on organizational strengthening and commercial professionalization.
Outlook for 2026
The outlook remains challenging due to structural changes in the agricultural sector and an increasingly complex regulatory framework, particularly in the Netherlands. At the same time, Agrifirm sees ample opportunities to further build on the foundation laid in 2025. In 2026, the focus will be on strengthening existing market positions, further developing sustainable solutions, and seizing opportunities across different regions. Agrifirm will continue to invest in strong, professional organizations and committed teams, in the Netherlands and internationally.
“Thanks to our strong financial position and clear long-term course, we look to the future with confidence. As a cooperative, we continue to invest in a resilient agricultural sector — economically viable and sustainable,” Hilarides said.
