The acquisition of the New Delhi-based company will enable BASF-Nunhems to become a market leader in India’s vegetable seed sector
BASF-Nunhems, housed under Nunhems India, has today (18 December) formally agreed to acquire Indian vegetable seed group Noble Seeds.
According to the company, the acquisition will enable its vegetable seed business to ”become a market leader in India”.
The move will add two crops — cauliflower and radish — to its current portfolio, complementing existing crops such as hot peppers, watermelons, gourds and tomatoes.
The acquisition will also increase its market coverage in North India, BASF-Nunhems noted.
Financial details of the transaction are not disclosed, and the deal is subject to statutory approval, which is expected by the end of Q1 2026
Noble Seeds is a vegetable seed company headquartered in New Delhi.
Founded in October 2004, it is known for breeding and supplying hybrids of key crops such as cauliflower, radish, tomato, hot pepper, watermelon, gourds, okra and cucumber.
It is now one of India’s fastest-growing vegetable seed companies, with a presence across the country and 154 employees, and is a leading seller of cauliflower hybrid seeds in the country.
“This agreement with BASF-Nunhems brings our company to the next growth level,” explained Lakshmi Narasimhaiah Madenahally, CEO of Noble Seeds.
”It is initiating a new chapter for our team and our customers. By combining BASF-Nunhems’ breeding excellence and innovation capabilities with our strong regional germplasm, market understanding, and distribution reach, we are building a stronger foundation on which to serve Indian growers with high-performing vegetable seed solutions,” he outlined.
BASF-Nunhems said the acquisition fully supports its vision of driving sustainable growth, strengthening innovation, and creating greater value for customers.
“Today’s signing marks another milestone in our presence in the growing vegetable market,” said Maximilian Becker, BASF-Nunhems senior vice president.
“Noble Seeds is the right partner for us. Together, we will become a market leader in India in the years to come, strengthening our crop rotation portfolio as well as our connected offers in the fruits and vegetables market.”
Both companies will continue independent operations until integration, ensuring full continuity for farmers and channel partners.
A dedicated integration team will guide the transition, focusing on maintaining transparency and consistency across all functions.
