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BM AGRI
Fruitful harvest gave
BM Agri a boost
BM Agri is a Swedish general partnership with deep roots in the grain
industry. With its close relationships with growers and industrial
customers, the company has long been a key operator in the Swedish
market. 2025 was the year when their figures headed back to black.
There has been a particularly large amount of wheat available
during the year, making it possible for BM Agri to do more business.
The harvest has not only boosted net sales but also instilled confi
dence in the future among both management and staff. Exports
have opened up new opportunities, giving the company the chance
to demonstrate its strength in the market once again. Business has
been able to maintain a steady pace, with the company capitalising
on its experience and relationships in the industry.
After two challenging years with poorer harvests, BM Agri is We’re back on track again,
once again able to sum up the year with a positive result. with the right colour figures
“We’re back on track again, with the right colour figures,”
says Per-Arne Gustavsson, CEO of BM Agri. TIMING OF INVESTMENTS BOOSTED EARNINGS
Retaining major customers has been crucial to success. BM Agri
The sizeable harvest in August and September was crucial for the has continued to deliver even when this has come at a cost, and in
company’s development. Despite low prices, business opportunities the autumn, new contracts started to have an effect. The company
have increased and grain exports have picked up again – something has held off on investments but timed fertiliser purchases to boost
that has posed a challenge in recent years. earnings.
The global situation has posed a constant challenge, with the
war in Ukraine, currency fluctuations and uncertainty regarding
trade agreements all having an impact. These factors have made
the market difficult to navigate, forcing BM Agri to be cautious in
its decisions. Despite this, the company has managed to retain
customers and employees, thanks to transparent communication and
clarity about its situation.
“Our team spirit has been really strong, and we’ve continuously
tried to show appreciation for our employees and their efforts during
the year,” says Per-Arne Gustavsson.
BM Agri IN THE GROUP SINCE 2012
KEY EVENTS IN 2025 NET SALES EMPLOYEES PER-ARNE GUSTAVSSON,
SEK 500 M 7 CEO
• The good and sizeable harvest
• Renewed confidence in the company HEAD OFFICE CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD
Lidköping Johan LE Andersson
among major customers
• Employees showed strength and cohesion
throughout the year
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