Global Leader in Broadacre Farming Machinery - 80% Sale 5898

An exceptional opportunity to acquire a globally respected Australian agricultural machinery manufacturer, renowned for engineering some of the largest and most durable seeding and land-preparation systems in the world.
The business has built an international reputation for innovation, longevity, and performance in harsh farming conditions - with machines still operating after 30-40 years in the field.

Investment Snapshot:
    Total Investment: $800,000 for 80% of the business, including $400,000 for the business and $400,000 for relevant Plant and Equipment and Inventory at cost;
    FY2025 Revenue: $1.67M; and
    Existing Markets: Australia, USA, New Zealand, PNG, Mozambique and Israel.

Flagship Products:
A revolutionary no-till seeder, chisel plough, and cultivator in one machine.
    Extreme width capability (including world-record-setting machine);
    Precision depth control and seed placement;
    Modular expansion to expand machines as farms grow; and
    Compatible with GPS autosteer and third-party precision technologies.

Land preparation system:
    Proven land-clearing solutions;
    Energy-efficient, heavy-duty designs; and
    Strong domestic demand and export potential.

Why Buyers Are Drawn to This Business:
    Iconic brand with 40+ years of continuous operation, customer trust and goodwill;
    World-leading engineering technology;
    High-margin manufacturing with modular, repeatable designs;
    Minimal marketing historically - massive potential via digital and dealer expansion;
    Export-ready product range with demonstrated global demand; and
    Relocation optional to metropolitan or export-focused hub (e.g. Brisbane).

 
Unique Strategic Advantage:
The vendors are looking to sell the majority of the business as part of a succession planning process to secure its ongoing operation.  The vendor's preference is to retain a 20%+ minority stake, enabling:
    Customers to be assured that the vendor is committed to the continued operation of the business;
    Reduced upfront capital requirement for the purchaser, reducing risk;
    Vendors have continuity of brand legacy; and
    Aligned growth incentives between the vendor and the incoming owner.  Both will have a vested interest in the ongoing success and growth of the business.

Full operational control remains with the acquirer.  

Ideal Buyer Profiles:
    Agricultural machinery manufacturers seeking expansion;
    International buyers entering the Australian market;
    Agribusiness groups targeting vertical integration;
    Engineering-led operators with export ambition; and
    Investors seeking scalable manufacturing IP with proven demand.

Transition & Growth Opportunities:
    Structured handover available;
    Vendor will establish a warranty fund for existing machines to ensure a seamless, customer focused experience;
    Optional lease of the existing facilities;
    Outsourcing or offshore sub-assembly strategies;
    Expansion into international broadacre markets; and
    Significant upside using digital marketing.

For further information or a confidential discussion:
Hugo Martin
Senior Business Broker & Registered Business Valuer
ABS Business Sales