Company profile

Currently Nidera has domestic and inter-national operations in 21 major export and import countries and distributes its products to more than 60 countries worldwide. By con-solidating its presence throughout the physical value chain, Nidera has created a platform that efficiently connects agricultural producers and food consumers.

Strategically located production, processing and logistical assets support Nidera’s signifi-cant global sourcing and efficient distribution capabilities. An established presence in the major export and import regions enables Nidera to benefit from an intimate knowledge of local market drivers including farm economics, weather patterns, and government policies, and thus helps to optimize its operations and improve operating margin.

What we doWe are experts in the trading, origination, processing, merchandising, handling, storage and logistics of grain and oilseeds. In addi-tion, we are engaged in the distribution of crop technology (agronomic seed, nutrients and crop protection), and we are a leading seed research and production company in South America, with an extensive proprietary, branded germplasm base in corn, soybean, wheat, sunflower and sorghum seed.

From research, production, and distribution of crop technology to the collection, processing, and marketing of grain and oilseeds. Nidera’s vertically integrated business adds value across each phase of the supply chain.

Nidera is a global com-modity service and solutions provider for agricultural markets. The company was founded in 1920 in Rotter-dam, The Netherlands and its company name repre-sent the initials of the six agricultural trade regions in which they focused their activities: Netherlands, (East) Indies, Deutschland (Germany), England, Russia and Argentina.

Agricultural inputs- Seeds- Nutrients- Crop protection

Originating & Trading- Grains- Oilseeds- Vegetable oils- Oilseed meals- Bio-energy- Ingredients

In 1920 a number of European grain merchants joined forces and founded a new company in Rotterdam. They predicted correctly that the city would build a port that would become the major gateway for European export and import trade. They started their activities in the Netherlands, India, Germany, England, Russia and Argentina. Nidera began to expand into other countries soon thereafter.

Over the years the company has built up a global network based on trading independence, performance reliability and relationship loyalty, and has always been known as a pioneer in the development of new trade flows.

From the late 1960’s Nidera acquired a strong position in the vegetable oils trade industry. From the 1990’s, the company’s trading portfolio in grains and oilseeds grew in the EU, the Black Sea area and Asia. From the 1990’s the company has established itself as a leader in the fast-growing Argentine agricultural technology sector.

Years of history 94Countries present 21Employees worldwide 3,174Annual turnover (in million USD) 17,464Net income after taxes (in million USD) 72.2Million tons of goods moved 37Major crops grown in Argentina produced with Nidera seed 40%Wholly owned operational facilities 29Certifications related to environmental, quality and food safety standards 22

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Logistical services- Storage- Handling- Processing- Ocean freight

Grain & OilseedsThe G&O business is engaged in origina-tion and merchandising of grain, oilseeds and their derivates. Nidera also has a small Bioenergy business that trades biofuels and their feedstock. Products are procured from farmers and other domestic merchants in the major producing areas of the Americas and of Eastern and Western Europe and Australia, and sold to customers in Asia, the Middle East, Northern Africa and within Europe and South America. Nidera’s customer base is made up of millers, oilseed crushers, com-pound feed producers, food manufacturers, as well as bioenergy and power producers and distributors.

The Company’s activities are closely related to their geographic area of operations; activities in export-oriented countries are primarily dedicated to origination, includ-ing storage, processing, local transport and export, whereas activities in import-oriented countries are primarily dedicated to port discharge, warehousing, distribution, and domestic merchandising.

Crop TechnologyThe Crop Technology business is engaged in research, breeding and development, produc-tion and distribution of agronomic seeds, as

Nidera’s portfolio is divided into two interrelated business lines: Grain & Oilseeds (G&O) and Crop Technology.

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well as in the global sourcing and distribu-tion of nutrients and in-house formulated crop protection products.

With its own proprietary R&D platform and a major seed germplasm pool of global scope, Nidera is at the forefront of breeding technol-ogy development. By leveraging its high-yielding germplasm, which is recognized for its excellent adaptability characteristics, the Company has developed a number of superior, breakthrough commercial products (hybrids and varieties).

Nidera is one of the largest seed producers and distributors in South America, with a continuously growing planted area coverage. The Company is the market leader in Argen-tina, has built a major presence in Brazil, Uruguay and Paraguay, and is establishing its presence in Europe through agreements to license its germplasm to third parties.

The Company’s strong position as a supplier of crop technology adds to the competitive advantage of its G&O origination platform. In the key origination countries, it is present throughout the agricultural supply chain and therefore has detailed knowledge and aware-ness of real-time market developments and the issues that are of importance to farmers.

1920’s1960’s

1940’s

The world is ravaged by War. The seas and their international trade routes are shut, patrolled by

warships.

Nidera’s first country elevator in Argentina’s Buenos Aires province.

Construction of port terminal and crushing plant for grains and oils in

Puerto San Martin, Santa Fe province in Argentina.

Nidera re-opens its trading office in Rotterdam.Nidera expands its activity in Western and Eastern

Europe.Nidera starts trading with Brazil as the country enters

international trade of cotton and castorseeds oils.

Nidera establishes a subsidiary in Uruguay.

Nidera acquires leading position in the global vegetable oil trade industry.

Nidera expands its trading network to North Africa and the Middle East.

Nidera establishes a fully owned subsidiary in Brazil.

Dutch merchants establish Nidera Handelscompagnie BV in Rotterdam,The Netherlands.

Dutch immigrants establish Nidera S.A. in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Crop production Grain and Oilseeds

Energy

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1950’s1970’s

Corporate valuesThe company’s vision is to create sustainable economic, social and environmental value through our role as a leading multi commodity originator and distributor in the global agriculture markets.

We strive to be a reliable, innovative and dynamic business partner that provides the highest quality business solutions and forges strong and long-term relationships with our customers and stakeholders at large, fostering partnerships and open dialogue.

The Corporate Values: Integrity, Commitment, Respect and Accountability, guide the com-pany’s operations and business worldwide in a responsible manner.

These Values help us to fulfill our purpose and to achieve our vision. They reflect who we are, what we do and what we expect from ourselves and others.

1980’s

2000’sAcquisition of Asgrow Seed Argentina, leader in R&D for soybean seed.

Acquisition of castor seed crushing plant in Bahia, Brazil.

Acquisition of and construction of three classification plants for agronomic seeds in Argentina.

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Nidera acquires Ingredients distribution business.Copatia seeds is established in Paraguay.

Acquisition of Corn and Soybean Seeds operations in Brazil, investments in R&D.

Expansion in crushing capacity and construction of unloading facility in Puerto San Martin, Argentina.

Nidera substantially expands its grains origination and distribution activities in various countries (USA, France, Spain).

Nidera’s global trading activity grows steadily from the Black Sea, to the South American and Asian regions.

Nidera establishes own subsidiaries in Singapore, India and China.Acquisition and enlargement of vegetable oils refinery and bottling plant in Buenos

Aires, Argentina.Construction of new oilseeds crushing plant in Saforcada, Argentina.

Construction of fertilizer port terminal in Quequen, Argentina.

Nidera’s first country elevator in Argentina’s Buenos Aires province.

Construction of port terminal and crushing plant for grains and oils in

Puerto San Martin, Santa Fe province in Argentina.

Nidera continues to invest to expand its activities in Asia, Europe and South

America.

Nidera acquires Rice origination and distribution business.Nidera establishes own subsidiaries in Ukraine, Russia, Kazakhstan,

Romania, Australia and Brazil.Nidera enters the nascent bio-diesel market.

integRityWe strictly observe the law. We walk the talk and honor our word.

CommitmentWe don’t give up. We are dedicated to learning new ways to fulfill our strategy.

RespeCtWe care for and hold in deep regard the safety and well-being of all our stakeholders.

aCCountaBilityWe hold ourselves to strict standards. We take action and are results-oriented.

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2010’s

We have developed an approach to CSR that rests solidly on five pillars representing distinct groups of Nidera stakeholders and the company’s commitments to them. Our Business Principles underpin these commitments and govern our daily relationships with each and every group of the company’s stakeholders.

The Nidera Values, pillars, business principles, and policies fit into its integrated approach to CSR, which is based on acquired knowledge, experience, the recommendations of interna-tional standards such as ISO 26000, the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises, and the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Guidelines.

Corporate Social ResponsibilityThe Corporate Values represent our formalized company-wide Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) approach and includes our CSR policies, pro cedures, and programs. It is based on the long-standing corporate values.

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NIDERA B.V.Willemsplein 4923016 DR Rotterdam

P.O. Box 676 3000 AR Rotterdam

T +31 (10) 430 19 11F +31 (10) 413 03 38

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