Bayer ForwardFarming Mission

Advancing Regenerative Agriculture in the Field

In collaboration with independent farmers, Bayer ForwardFarming facilitates knowledge sharing and field-based learning to explore and demonstrate the potential of regenerative agriculture systems as well as building blocks through first-hand experiences on farms worldwide.

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Farmers’ livelihoods are increasingly challenged by changing climate conditions, limited natural resources, and growing societal demands. Together with farmers, we strive to advance agriculture towards a future that focuses on regeneration: enhancing soil health, conserving natural resources, and supporting sustainable farming practices for generations to come. This vision is embodied in the Bayer ForwardFarming Mission, a knowledge platform that encourages dialogue and showcases regenerative agriculture systems in practice, aiming for positive environmental outcomes while supporting productivity and farmer well-being.

On ForwardFarms around the world, farmers with value chain partners, academia, scientists, and civil society engage in meaningful dialogue and experience regenerative agriculture systems tailored to their specific crops, climate, and farm objectives.

Through the ForwardFarming network, Bayer collaborates with independent farmers to illustrate how a customized regenerative agriculture production system approach—integrating practices, tools, and inputs—can support successful farm operations while contributing to resilient farming systems.

Aline Vick
Sustainability in farming has always been the future in my eyes. Our goal is to show that regenerative farming practices aren't just idealistic dreams; they're practical and scalable. With the pressing need for effective solutions, regenerative agriculture offers a promising path with an accessible entry point for all.
Aline Vick
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Fazenda Estância, Brazil

Empowering farmers for a resilient future.

Independent and ambitious, ForwardFarmers play a central role in tailoring regenerative agriculture approaches. They actively contribute to the improvement of regenerative approaches while simultaneously sharing their insights and experiences with fellow farmers, consumers, and stakeholders, helping build trust and understanding across the food system.

They share the belief that economic and ecological sustainability are inseparable in agriculture. By working to advance in regenerative production systems, they help future-proof their operations – preserving biodiversity, improving soil and water health, and producing enough high-quality food for a growing world.

Each ForwardFarm is treated as an individual ecosystem – unique in the crops it grows, the land it farms, and the community it serves. Yet all ForwardFarmers share a common commitment to advancing regenerative and modern agriculture.

The farming approach of Cultivating Outcomes through Regenerative Ecosystems

Regenerative agriculture is not one-size-fits-all. At each ForwardFarm, farmers work with Bayer experts to implement and improve systems tailored to their crops, soils, climate, and goals. These regenerative agriculture production systems are applied across multiple crops and seasons, and adapted to the specific needs and conditions of each farm. At the core are the elements that farmers build from: practices, tools, and inputs.


1. Practices that Regenerate - Sustainable methods adapted to the land
Farmers apply proven regenerative practices like crop rotation, reduced tillage, cover cropping, and site-specific nutrient strategies, adapted to their local context, to build healthier soils and improve long-term farm performance.


2. Tools that Guide - Decisions driven by insight and precision
Digital platforms, diagnostics, and decision-support tools provide insights that help farmers manage resources more efficiently and make smarter, data-informed decisions across seasons.


3. Inputs that Enable - High-performing solutions tailored to each farm
Seeds, traits, crop protection solutions, and biologicals form the foundation of the system. These are selected and combined to fit local conditions, drive productivity, and contribute to regenerative outcomes.

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Patricio Gunning
Wherever I have traveled in the world, I have always found farmers who try to make their agricultural operations as sustainable as possible. And I can say, I am happy that with my work, I can support them and their families for a better future.The Bayer ForwardFarming network is a tremendous platform to experience sustainable farming practices, helping to tackle new and ongoing challenges to feed the growing population while protecting and renewing nature.
Patricio Gunning
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Global Director, Bayer ForwardFarming

The Global Bayer ForwardFarming Network 

Bayer ForwardFarms are representative of the global diversity of crops and the ecosystems that support them.  

 

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15+ farms and scaling

13+ countries in the ForwardFarming network

13+ countries in the ForwardFarming network

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65,700+ ForwardFarm visits

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65+ types of fruits, vegetables, and grains cultivated 

Bayer ForwardFarming Around the Globe

We’re happy to connect with you! For the global mission contact Patricio Gunning or Enno Ommen with any questions or inquiries. For the respective country manager please check the homepages below.

Argentina – Agrícola Testa

 

Agro-Farm GmbH Nauen

 

Agrícola Testa is a family-managed farm located near Pergamino, Buenos Aires, Argentina. Operated by third-generation farmers Carlos and Marcelo Testa, the brothers’ farm serves as a demonstration platform for integrated crop solutions and climate-smart agriculture. It also acts as a center for knowledge exchange, sharing advances in sustainable farming practices with neighboring producers, agronomists, and other regional partners.

 

Farm Size1,130 hectares
CropsRotation of Soybeans, Corn, Wheat
Regenerative agriculture focus & practices implemented
  •  High-quality seeds adapted to regional geography and climate conditions increase yields and productivity.
  • Regular field scouting supports targeted pest, weed, and disease control.
  • Climate-smart program ProCarbono to capture CO2 in soils and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
  • No-till and cover crops work together to prevent soil erosion, enhance organic matter, and increase carbon capture while improving soil fertility and water retention.
  • Real-time weather data improves farm task planning and safe crop protection application.
  • Soil monitoring with FieldView™ provides data-driven insights for precise nutrient management, boosting efficiency and reducing environmental impact.
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Contact UsWe're happy to connect with you! Contact Matias Flynn with any questions or inquiries.

 

Argentina – Prodeman Cropmix

 

In the rich and fertile lands of General Cabrera, province of Córdoba, the Cavigliasso family has become a beacon of agricultural innovation. Prodeman Cropmix is a space to demonstrate how modern, technology-driven agriculture can deliver strong environmental outcomes and high yields. As a platform for knowledge exchange, modern techniques and regenerative innovation, Prodeman is pushing boundaries of agricultural innovation. 

 

Farm Size318 hectares
CropsRotation of Peanuts, Soybean, Corn, Wheat, Cover crops
Regenerative agriculture focus & practices implemented
  • Quality seeds adapted to local climate conditions enable increased yield and productivity.
  • Innovative crop management monitoring pests, diseases, and weeds helps protect crop yield.
  • Digital tools and real-time weather monitoring support data-driven decision-making, enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Crop rotation, contour lines and periodic soil analysis optimize organic matter and nutrients, preserving fertility and avoiding water and wind erosion.
  • Modern machinery and drone technology provide production data and enable precision application of inputs and fertilizers.
  • Thermal power plant, brick production and storage plant: Leftover peanut shells from processing serve as source of electricity generation that feeds the industrial plant itself and the local grid.
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Contact UsWe're happy to connect with you! Contact Matias Flynn with any questions or inquiries.

 

 

Fazenda Estância

Fazenda Estancia

 

Fazenda Estância is managed by the Vick family and located near Pirassununga, São Paulo, Brazil. The farm demonstrates how advanced technologies, and regenerative agriculture can support sustainable food production on a large scale. It integrates digital tools and stewardship practices that enhance environmental responsibility while increasing farm profitability.

 

Farm Size1,200 hectares
CropsRotation of Soybeans, Corn, Sorghum, Cassava, Sugarcane
Regenerative agriculture focus & practices implemented
  • High-quality seeds with trait technology profiles adapted to local climate and soil conditions for enhanced productivity.
  • Integrated weed, pest and disease management for optimized input use and promotes a positive effect on crop yield.
  • Cover crops help roots reach deeper into the soil to access water in drought conditions.
  • No-till decreases soil temperature and reduces carbon emissions for richer soil.
  • Digital tools like FieldView™ and Valora for optimization of agricultural input-use through seed density prescriptions and field-specific nitrogen applications.
  • ProCarbono supports farmers in implementing management and regenerative agriculture practices.
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Contact UsWe are happy to connect with you! Please contact Priscila Araujo if you have any questions or inquiries.

Yinhuang Farm

Yinhuang Farm

 

Yinhuang Farm is located in Changping District, Beijing, and is the first Bayer ForwardFarm in the Asia-Pacific region. Farm owner Qin Aiteng follows a cooperative management model, with a strong focus on fruit and vegetable production. Passing knowledge to smaller farms, it also enables neighboring farmers to enrich the vegetable supply through order-based production and improve their livelihoods.

 

Farm Size10 hectares of greenhouses
CropsRotation of Tomatoes, Strawberries, Sweet pepper, Lettuce, Cucumber and more
Regenerative agriculture focus & practices implemented
  • Soilless growing system reduces soil-borne diseases and agrochemical use.
  • Digital tools, constant testing and screening of new varieties ensure quality and help steer environmental parameters and nutrition for optimal growing conditions.
  • Tailored crop solution approach using government certified crop protection products enables effective pest and disease control.
  • Integrated pest management, combining chemical, biological, and physical crop protection methods.
  • Responsible stewardship management through personal protective equipment (PPE), safe storage of input material, sanitary measures, environmental safety measures.
  • BayG.A.P. training, documentation, and certification ensure crop quality.
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Contact UsWe're happy to connect with you! Contact Peixu Li with any questions or inquiries.

Jinguofeng farm

Jinguofeng Fruit Production farm participates in the Much More Peach program, and is located in the Pinggu District of Beijing, known as the “Peach Hometown of China”. The program consists of 200+ farmers that grow more than 30 varieties and aims to further professionalize its production and sustainability by improving crop care, digitalization, reducing environmental impact, and optimizing resources management. 

 

Farm Size 
CropsPeach
Regenerative agriculture focus & practices implemented
  • Much More Peach Program to optimize input use, increase yield and improve productivity.
  • Micro-spray irrigation systems reduce both water and fuel usage.
  • Well-maintained and calibrated spraying equipment enables precise and efficient application of crop protection products.
  • Digital tools for informed decision making and optimize orchard management.
  • Flower strips and insect shelters support ecosystem health and biodiversity.
  • Transparent crop management through BayG.A.P. ensures food safety, documentation, and certification of crops.
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Contact UsWe're happy to connect with you! Contact Peixu Li with any questions or inquiries.

Lishu Hongwang Farm

Lishu Hongwang Farm sits in the heart of Quanyangou Village, Lishu County of Jilin, a place steeped in rich, fertile blacksoiled history. Founded in 2007 as an agricultural machinery cooperative, it thrives in China’s “golden corn belt,” harvesting abundant corn and soybeans. Rooted in tradition yet reaching for the future, the farm combines local pride with regenerative innovation, embodying the spirit of rejuvenation across Northeast China’s grain lands.

 

Farm Size10,000 square meters
CropsCorn and Soybean
Regenerative agriculture focus & practices implemented
  • High-quality seeds with trait technology profiles adapted to local climate and soil conditions for enhanced productivity.
  • SeedGrowth® treatment for optimized seed performance and increased yield.
  • Integrated pest and disease management tailored to the local climate and ecosystem.
  • Drone application enables targeted crop protection application and optimized input use
  • No-till supports soil health and reduces environmental impact
  • Research partnerships with Lishu Experimental Station of China and National Black Soil Agricultural Research Institute
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Contact UsWe're happy to connect with you! Contact Peixu Li with any questions or inquiries.

Located in Brittany, GAEC de la Ruelle is a dairy farm run by five young farmers. They produce feed for 130 cows and 280 young bulls and heifers while prioritizing environmental care. Situated between two major catchments supplying Rennes’ water, effective farming methods and new technologies limit runoff, promote healthy soils, and prevent point-source pollution. Led by Jean-Michel Massue, the farm is a national benchmark in regenerative practices, combining innovation with soil and water protection. 

 

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Crops

Rotation of Silage corn, Wheat, Legume meslin, Oilseed rape, Winter barley, Triticale, Rye, Protein crops

Regenerative agriculture focus & practices implemented

  • Certified seeds lay the foundation for high productivity and healthy crop establishment.
  • Carbon farming with select high sequestering crop rotations benefiting soil health.  
  • Diverse crop rotation and no tillage maintains soil fertility, structure, and organic matter while limiting runoff.
  • Precision and digital farming using sowers, GPS, and FieldViewTM guided practices optimizes fuel and input use.
  • Integrated crop protection and weed control with disease-resistant varieties, low drift nozzles, and digital decision support tools for timely and efficient crop protection.
  • Strategic decision support tools balance economic, animal feed autonomy, and environment performance.

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We're happy to connect with you! Contact Julie Maillet Mezeray with any questions or inquiries. 

Damianshof

 

Damianshof

 

Damianshof is a family-managed farm located in Rommerskirchen, Germany. Operated by sixth-generation farmer Bernd Olligs, the farm combines traditional agricultural expertise with digital tools and scientific monitoring. It serves as a model for regenerative and data-driven agriculture aimed at improving profitability while protecting biodiversity and natural resources.

 

Farm Size115 hectares
CropsRotation of Winter wheat, Sugar beet, Potatoes, Winter barley, Oilseed rape
Regenerative agriculture focus & practices implemented
  • High-quality, certified seeds enable quality yields.
  • Bayer SeedGrowth® enables full use of seed potential for improved productivity.
  • Field sensors, a weather station and digital tools help monitor soil moisture, temperature, and pest flight times for optimized use of crop protection and fertilization.  
  • Flower strips & perennial patches provide year-round food sources and shelter for pollinators and beneficial insects.
  • Skylark plots & nesting boxes provide skylarks, cave and cavity breeders safe places to land, nest and raise their young.
  • Connectivity management ensures habitats are linked to sustain wildlife movement across the farm.
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Contact UsWe're happy to connect with you! Contact Florian Jenner with any questions or inquiries. 


 

Selterhof

Selterhof

 

Selterhof is run by the Bohnsack family located in southern Lower Saxony, Germany. The conventionally managed farm unites modern technology with long-standing farming traditions. The seventh-generation farmer family is passionate about farming sustainably by optimizing input use and leveraging digital farm management practices.

 

Farm Size 
CropsRotation of Winter wheat, Winter barley, Oilseed rape, Sugar beet, Silage maize
Regenerative agriculture focus & practices implemented
  • High-quality, certified seeds are the basis for optimized yields.
  • Bayer SeedGrowth® protects seeds from diseases and improves stress tolerances.
  • Digital tools like FieldView™ for optimized resource use and calculation of expected yields.
  • Integrated crop protection and weed control including modern chemical solutions and traditional measures like use of sulfur or harrowing.
  • Crop rotation and responsible soil management support soil fertility and structure.
  • Cover crops and contour tillage for soil conservation
  • Riparian buffers, drift reducing nozzles and proper cleaning of spraying equipment avoid runoffarm.
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Contact UsWe're happy to connect with you! Contact Florian Jenner with any questions or inquiries.

Wasmayr Hof

Located in Lower Bavaria, this family fun farm takes a future-focused outlook. Operating with the mindset of giving more to the land for a healthy soil and environment. Using cover crops and tillage methods to minimize soil erosion, selecting the highest quality seeds to the use of digitally enabled targeted crop protection, the Gebendorfer family is looking forward with regenerative agriculture.

 

Farm Size

40 Hectares

Crops

Rotation of Winter wheat, Winter barley, Winter canola, Grain maize 

Regenerative agriculture focus & practices implemented

  • High-quality, certified seed forms the basis for optimal yield.
  • Bayer SeedGrowth® protects seeds from diseases and improving stress tolerance.
  • Integrated crop protection provides optimized and targeted crop protection based on the economic threshold principle.
  • Weather station & digital tools provide detailed data to optimize cultivation methods and protect resources.
  • Cover crops and tillage methods to minimize soil erosion and maximize water protection.
  • Flower strips, insect shelters, skylark plots, and nesting boxes provide biodiversity havens that support beneficial insects.

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We're happy to connect with you! Contact Florian Jenner with any questions or inquiries.

Fazenda Almeida

Fazenda Almeida farm

 

Fazenda Almeida is a family-managed farm located in Los Cedrales, Alto Paraná, Paraguay, approximately 22 km from Ciudad del Este. Managed by the De Almeida family, the farm aims to contribute positively to our ecosystem while producing high-quality crops. With a high technology and sustainability mindset, farm owner Roberson Almeida focuses on regenerative soil management and minimizing environmental impact.

 

Farm Size115 hectares
Crops

Rotation of

  •  Soybeans
  • Corn
  • Wheat
  • Canola, oats, and turnip (cover crops)
Regenerative agriculture focus & practices implemented
  • High-quality seeds with local trait profile and treated with Bayer SeedGrowth® enhance yield and productivity under local conditions.
  • Use of multiple herbicide modes of action with herbicide-tolerant traits suppress weed competition and prevent resistance.
  • Digital tools like FieldView™ enable mapping, fertilization planning, and yield tracking.
  • Smart pest control management, including drones, scouting and pest-specific application programs.
  • Well-calibrated machinery fitted with low-drift nozzles ensures precise application.
  • Crop rotation and cover crops, support healthy microbial activity, enhance organic matter and increase carbon sequestration in soil.
  • Phytobac® safely breaks down wastewater from spraying equipment, preventing environmental runoff.
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Contact UsWe're happy to connect with you! Contact Francisco Fracchia Casco with any questions or inquiries.

 

Much More Farm

 

ForwardFarm Cần Thơ is the first Bayer ForwardFarm in Southeast Asia, located in Thoi Lai district, Can Tho city, Vietnam. In partnership with the National Agricultural Extension Center (NAEC) and Bayer, the farm demonstrates integrated, sustainable farming practices in rice cultivation. As a platform for knowledge exchange and field learning, it brings together government agencies, cooperatives, universities, and other stakeholders to promote sustainable agricultural advancement.

 

Farm Size 
Crops
  • RIce
Regenerative agriculture focus & practices implemented
  • Direct Seeded Rice enables to significantly reduce water use in rice cultivation.
  • Integrated Pest Management (IPM) improves rice quality and reduces environmental impact.
  • Carbon emission measurement in collaboration with Cuu Long Rice Research Institute helps mitigate climate change.
  • Much More Rice Program trains farmers on sustainable farming with hands-on guidance in mechanization and technology.
  • Access to training, market linkages, and a more resilient farming system increases profits and quality of life of rural farmers.
  • Green agricultural extension platform enhances knowledge transfer and market linkages for farmers
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Contact UsWe're happy to connect with you! Contact Vuong Nguyen with any questions or inquiries.