Sevita International

What Sevita International does

Sevita International is a 100% Canadian-owned, private soybean seed company headquartered in Inkerman, Ontario, with a second processing facility in Woodstock, Ontario. Formally incorporated in 2012 through the merger of PROSeeds, Agworks, Hendrick AgriFoods, and Hendrick Seeds (with predecessor roots in PROSeeds dating to 1995), the company develops and supplies proprietary soybean seed varieties and contracts food-grade production for both Canadian growers and international food processors and manufacturers.

The company operates two product lines: food-grade non-GM varieties marketed to tofu, soy beverage, natto, miso, and soy sauce end-markets, and GM traited varieties featuring licensed herbicide tolerance traits (Roundup Ready 2 Xtend from Bayer, Enlist E3 from Corteva/M.S. Technologies, and XtendFlex). Sevita Genetics, a wholly-owned subsidiary established in 2015 as a formal spin-off, serves as the internal breeding engine, evaluating over 30,000 lines annually and producing 6-10 new commercial varieties per year, including 9 varieties in 2024 and 6 in 2025, plus the first Canadian non-GM high-oleic variety (Alinova) released in 2024.

Commercially, Sevita runs a hybrid sales-led and channel-distributed model. A direct sales team with regional leads covers Quebec, Eastern and Western Ontario, and Western Canada, supplemented by an authorized dealer network and on-farm plot demonstrations. Revenue is generated through proprietary seed bag sales to growers and through closed-loop food-grade contracting at premiums of $3-$8 per bushel above commodity pricing with a 100% buy-back guarantee. Identity-preserved production is exported to buyers in Asia, Europe, Africa, and North America. Supporting infrastructure includes HACCP and Canadian Grain Commission CIPRS-certified processing facilities, a digital grower portal, a live pricing tool, and a profitability calculator. Distribution of food-grade and traited varieties is anchored by partnerships with Bayer and Corteva for trait licensing, with Nufarm for the TriActor EZ herbicide co-promotion, and with Ceres Global Seeds for Western Canadian distribution.

Name

Sevita International

Legal name

Sevita International Corporation

Website

https://sevita.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Sevita International is a privately held Canadian soybean seed company that develops proprietary non-GM food-grade and GM traited soybean varieties through its Sevita Genetics breeding subsidiary, sells seed to Canadian growers, and exports identity-preserved food-grade soybeans to international food processors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Soybean Seed

NAICS

Soybean Farming (11111), Oilseed and Grain Farming (1111), Postharvest Crop Activities (except Cotton Ginning) (115114)

SIC

Agricultural Production-Crops (100)

akta.pro primary industry

Soybean Farming (AFAGABAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Seed Distribution & Wholesale (Channel Sales) (AFAGAIAM), Vegetable Seeds (Open-Pollinated & Hybrid) (AFABAFAE), Open-Pollinated/Varietal Seed Multiplication (AFAGAIAE)

Keywords

• Soybean seed production
• Food-grade soybeans
• Soybean breeding genetics
• Identity-preserved soybeans
• Agricultural seed sales

Headquarters

HQ city

Dundas

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Soybean Seed Sales: Revenue from selling soybean seed varieties including food-grade non-GM and GM traited varieties to Canadian growers. The company sells proprietary varieties through Sevita Genetics and licensed trait varieties.
2. Food-Grade Soybean Contracting: Contract production programs for identity-preserved food-grade soybeans with premiums of $3-$8 per bushel. Includes closed-loop production with 100% buy-back guarantee.
3. Soybean Export Sales: International sales of food-grade soybeans to high-value markets in Asia, Europe, Africa, and North America through established buyer relationships.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Sevita International develops, breeds, and supplies proprietary soybean seed varieties — including food-grade non-GM varieties for tofu, soy beverages, and natto, and GM traited varieties with herbicide tolerance traits — to Canadian growers and international food processors. The company operates a closed-loop identity-preserved production program with a 100% buy-back guarantee, exports food-grade soybeans to high-value markets in Asia, Europe, Africa, and North America, and supports growers with digital tools, agronomic services, and contracted premiums of $3–$8 per bushel above commodity prices.

Product overview

Sevita International is a 100% Canadian-owned and operated soybean company offering a comprehensive portfolio of soybean seed products and digital tools. The core product lines include Food-Grade Soybean Varieties (non-GM varieties for tofu, soy beverages, natto, miso, and soy sauce markets) and Traited Soybean Varieties (GM varieties with herbicide tolerance technologies including Roundup Ready 2 Xtend, Enlist E3, and XtendFlex). Supporting the seed products are digital tools including the Plot Tool for variety performance data, Food-Grade Soybean Profitability Calculator, Live Pricing Tool, IP Production Tracking Grower Portal, and Seeding Success ordering system. Sevita Genetics serves as the company's independent breeding program, evaluating over 30,000 lines annually to develop new varieties. The company also partners with Nufarm for the TriActor EZ herbicide program. Products range from early-maturing varieties (00.3 MR/2350 UTM) to late-maturing varieties (2.4 MR/3125 UTM) and serve growers across Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, and Prince Edward Island.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Sevita Genetics: Independent soybean breeding and genetics research division of Sevita International, evaluating over 30,000 lines annually and developing proprietary varieties for Canadian growers
• PROSeeds
• Premier
• PROGrade Conventional
• AdvancePRO Traits

Products and services

• Food-Grade Soybean Varieties Non-GM identity-preserved soybean varieties designed for human food applications including tofu, soy beverages, natto, miso, and soy sauce. Sold to international food processors and Canadian growers under contract with premiums.
• Traited Soybean Varieties GM soybean varieties featuring herbicide tolerance traits (Roundup Ready 2 Xtend, Enlist E3, XtendFlex) for flexible weed control and high-yield commodity production. Sold to Canadian growers.
• Alinova Soybean Variety High-oleic non-GM soybean variety with SCN tolerance, exceptional yields, and dual suitability for food-grade and industrial oil applications. Launched in 2024.
• Genesis Soybean Variety High-yielding food-grade soybean variety with quick row coverage, best suited as a full-season variety at lower populations. Highly sought by soy beverage manufacturers.
• Dundee Soybean Variety Specialized high-protein tofu soybean variety commanding premium pricing, in high demand from tofu producers worldwide, with excellent defensive genes.
• Skyline Soybean Variety Food-grade variety combining SCN resistance, white mold tolerance, and dual phytophthora resistance genes. Highly valued by tofu manufacturers for unique food characteristics.
• Stargazer Soybean Variety Tofu soybean variety with good standability and tolerance to white mold and phytophthora. Performs well in various growing environments including wide rows and clay soils.
• Lindber Soybean Variety Highly demanded natto soybean variety with high yield potential. Performs best with high populations and in narrower rows. Named by a major Japanese natto manufacturer.
• Lennox Soybean Variety Ultra-small seed natto soybean variety with SCN resistance, impressive yields, and desirable plant architecture.
• Food-Grade Soybean Profitability Calculator Online calculator helping growers determine potential profits from growing food-grade soybeans vs. commodity soybeans using yield expectations and local cash prices. Available for Manitoba, Ontario, and Quebec.
• Live Pricing Tool Mobile and desktop tool for food-grade growers to access live cash bids, track real-time commodity prices, and place open orders directly from phone.
• IP Production Tracking Grower Portal Digital platform for uploading field maps and entering pre- and post-harvest records. Enables year-over-year digital traceability of identity-preserved or seed production acres.
• Plot Tool Interactive online tool for viewing soybean variety performance data from on-farm plots, demonstration sites, provincial trials, and private research sites across Canada.
• Seeding Success System Online ordering and management system for Sevita seed products and grower programs, including contracts and account management.
• TriActor EZ Herbicide Program Herbicide partnership with Nufarm offering triple-action broadleaf and grass weed residual herbicide for IP soybeans with 3 modes of action. Includes $5/acre savings for contracted acres.
• Sevita Genetics Breeding Program Independent research and breeding program developing and commercializing proprietary soybean varieties to maximize net return for Canadian farmers. Evaluates over 30,000 lines annually.

Quantifiable outcome

• Premiums of $3-$8 per bushel above commodity prices for food-grade soybeans
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Canadian Government / Industry InitiativecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024$4.3 million initiative to improve food-grade soybean varieties for Canadian farmers. Sevita Genetics is participating to advance non-GM soybean breeding and create value for end users worldwide.
• NufarmcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Partnership with Nufarm for TriActor EZ herbicide promotion. Nufarm provides the triple-action broadleaf and grass weed residual herbicide for IP soybeans, while Sevita promotes the product to growers and offers $5/acre bonus for contracted acres using TriActor EZ.
• Ceres Global SeedscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2020Partnership for distribution of Sevita soybean varieties in Western Canada, expanding Sevita's presence in Manitoba and Western Canadian markets.
• Research Partners (High-Oleic Soybean)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2018$3.7 million co-investment in non-GM high-oleic soybean research to develop new soybean varieties with enhanced nutritional profiles.
• Bayer CropSciencecoreTechnology or IntegrationLicensed technology provider for Roundup Ready 2 Xtend and XtendFlex herbicide tolerance traits used in Sevita soybean varieties.
• Corteva Agriscience / M.S. TechnologiescoreTechnology or IntegrationLicensed technology provider for Enlist E3 herbicide tolerance traits in Sevita soybean varieties.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• SeCan: Canada's largest seed brand distributor, marketing soybean and other crop varieties from multiple breeders through a member-dealer network; overlaps directly with Sevita in Canadian soybean seed distribution.
• Canterra Seeds: Western Canada-based seed company distributing soybean, canola, and cereal varieties through a dealer network; directly competes with Sevita in Canadian soybean seed markets, particularly in Manitoba and Western Canada.
• Ceres Global Seeds: Canadian seed company holding the partnership to distribute Sevita varieties in Western Canada; directly comparable soybean seed distribution footprint in Manitoba and adjacent geographies.
• Stine Seed: U.S.-based independent soybean breeder with proprietary genetics and food-grade positioning; comparable business model as a privately held independent soybean genetics company competing with multinational trait stacks.

Others

• Nufarm: Global crop-protection company partnered with Sevita on the TriActor EZ herbicide program for IP soybeans; comparable as an enabling partner in the soybean value chain rather than a direct seed competitor.

Broad incumbents

• Corteva Agriscience: Global seed and crop-protection major (parent of Pioneer); supplies the Enlist E3 herbicide-tolerance trait Sevita licenses, and competes head-to-head in Canadian soybean seed through Pioneer and Brevant brands.
• BASF Agricultural Solutions: Global agribusiness with soybean seed offerings (including Credenz and expanded InVigor/soybean lines post-Bayer asset divestiture); competes with Sevita in Canadian and U.S. soybean seed markets.
• Bayer CropScience: Global agribusiness and seed major; provides the Roundup Ready 2 Xtend and XtendFlex herbicide-tolerance trait platforms licensed into Sevita's traited soybean varieties, and competes broadly in North American soybean seed markets.
• Syngenta Seeds: Global seed and crop-protection company selling NK-branded soybean varieties across Canada; competes with Sevita in both GM traited and food-grade soybean segments.

Regional players

• GROWMARK / FS Seed: U.S./Ontario farmer cooperative distributing soybean seed and agronomy services; adjacent peer operating in overlapping geographies with comparable go-to-market via grower cooperatives and dealer networks.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/Sevita_Int
• Facebookfacebook.com/SevitaInternational
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/sevita-international

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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