Jacques Seed Co. sale to French co op likely Prescott
Jacques Seed Co plans to sell to Limagrain of France. The move keeps current top management including the founder’s son and preserves the Prescott headquarters and Jacques name. Limagrain will become a major seed firm with Jacques contributing about 20 percent of its sales while Union Carbide exits the seed business.
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Limagrain buys Jacques seed firm to boost Europe s corn reach
Limagrain, the European seed co op, moves to acquire Jacques seed corn company. The deal aims to access later maturities for Italian markets, leverage Jacques outlets in Europe and beyond, and expand research ties. Jacques plans trial plots in Oman and UAE while Limagrain runs stations across Europe and Asia. Prescott access from Chappes, France, also factored into the decision.
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Jacques Seed Corn Pioneer Built Global Hybrid Business
The Jacques Co founder William Jacques led seed corn development in Wisconsin starting 1925 with 110 day corn on the Dill Farm. His son George emphasizes ongoing top quality hybrids as Jacques expands to 240 employees across seven branches.
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Neillsville
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