Sustainability in the area Agriculture and Nutrition
BayWa Öko – Partner for Organic Farming
Organic production methods, regional sourcing, and fair production conditions are key components of a forward-looking agricultural sector. BayWa Agrar addresses the growing demand for organically produced products with its comprehensive “BayWa Öko” product line for organic farming, ranging from suitable seeds and organic fertilizers to the appropriate equipment.
In addition to stationary retail, organic farmers also have access to the BayWa Portal, which features approximately 500 selected products in the areas of livestock management, soil fertility, and seeds. Organic products are cataloged at five locations, and organic farmers receive support in marketing their products.
In addition, BayWa provides crop production consulting to farmers on both organic farms and conventional farms that are in the process of adopting new approaches.
Climate and Agriculture Project
Climate protection and biodiversity conservation are key challenges of our time. Agriculture plays a vital role in both of these areas, but at the same time faces the challenge of continuing to provide a growing global population with food in sufficient quantity and quality. This tension inherent in agricultural activity is governed by a multitude of legal regulations.
Through targeted measures that go beyond legal requirements, agricultural production can be made even more climate- and environmentally friendly. However, the costs associated with these measures are not compensated by either the markets or public authorities. This is precisely where the Climate-Agriculture Project comes in.
Online Platform for Used Agricultural Machinery
Whether it’s a tractor, forage harvester, or seeding equipment: On the “BayWa Börse” platform, customers will find a wide selection of used agricultural machinery from a variety of manufacturers. The machines are inspected, repaired, and reconditioned by BayWa—and can thus be resold.
Through its used machinery business, BayWa extends the product life cycle of the machines and is thus committed to greater sustainability in agricultural technology. The machines come primarily from the sales region—for example, when a customer purchases a new machine, BayWa will accept the old machine as a trade-in upon request. The market is not limited to the German-speaking region—BayWa also delivers used agricultural machinery worldwide.
Agricultural Irrigation
Irrigation in agriculture ensures that plants receive an optimal water supply even when rainfall is irregular.
Modern agricultural irrigation systems—from drip irrigation and sprinkler systems to digital control systems—make it possible to meet water needs precisely, prevent drought stress, and use resources efficiently. This helps maintain stable yields, save on operating costs, and ensure the profitability of agricultural operations.