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S&W Seed Company (SANW)
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11/03/2025: SANW (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
1 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $25
1 Year Target Price $25
| 1 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -18.34% | Avg. Invested days 35 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/03/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 0.43M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 25 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 25 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1 | Beta 1.88 | 52 Weeks Range 0.20 - 11.60 | Updated Date 11/3/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 0.20 - 11.60 | Updated Date 11/3/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -13.86 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -58.62% | Operating Margin (TTM) -6.94% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -9.23% | Return on Equity (TTM) -69.75% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 22399074 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.01 |
Enterprise Value 22399074 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.01 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.41 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 2.83 | Shares Outstanding 2146806 | Shares Floating 818320 |
Shares Outstanding 2146806 | Shares Floating 818320 | ||
Percent Insiders 8.09 | Percent Institutions 48.41 |
Upturn AI SWOT
S&W Seed Company
Company Overview
History and Background
S&W Seed Company was founded in 1980. Initially focused on alfalfa seed production, it has expanded into other crops through strategic acquisitions and research.
Core Business Areas
- Alfalfa: S&W Seed Company's alfalfa business involves developing and selling alfalfa seed varieties that are high-yielding and disease-resistant.
- Sorghum: S&W Seed Company also develops and sells sorghum seed varieties.
- Sunflower: S&W Seed Company also develops and sells Sunflower seed varieties.
- Pasture and Forage: S&W Seed Company also develops and sells Pasture and Forage seed varieties.
Leadership and Structure
Mark Grewal serves as CEO. The company operates with a functional organizational structure.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Alfalfa Seed: S&W Seed Company develops and sells improved varieties of Alfalfa seed. They hold a significant portion of the Alfalfa seed market but specific market share data is difficult to obtain. Key Competitors: Forage Genetics International (FGI), DuPont Pioneer.
- Sorghum Seed: S&W Seed Company develops and sells improved varieties of Sorghum seed for forage and grain. They hold a smaller portion of the Sorghum seed market compared to Alfalfa. Key Competitors: Advanta Seeds, Corteva Agriscience.
- Sunflower Seed: S&W Seed Company develops and sells improved varieties of Sunflower seed. Key Competitors: Corteva, Nuseed
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The seed industry is characterized by technological advancements in seed breeding, consolidation among major players, and increasing demand for higher-yielding crops.
Positioning
S&W Seed Company positions itself as an innovator in seed technology, focusing on developing proprietary seed varieties with superior traits. Their competitive advantage lies in their germplasm and breeding programs.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global seed market is estimated to be worth hundreds of billions of dollars. S&W Seed Company is positioned to capture a portion of this TAM, particularly in alfalfa and sorghum.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Proprietary germplasm
- Strong breeding programs
- Focus on innovation
- Experienced management team
Weaknesses
- Smaller size compared to major players
- Limited financial resources
- Dependence on specific crops
- Variable profitability
Opportunities
- Expanding into new geographies
- Acquiring complementary businesses
- Developing new seed varieties
- Partnering with larger agricultural companies
Threats
- Competition from larger seed companies
- Fluctuations in commodity prices
- Climate change
- Regulatory changes
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- Corteva (CTVA)
- Bayer (BAYRY)
- Forage Genetics International (Private)
Competitive Landscape
S&W Seed Company faces intense competition from larger, more established players. The company needs to continue innovating to maintain its competitive edge.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth has been uneven, influenced by acquisitions and market conditions.
Future Projections: Future growth is projected to come from new product development, geographic expansion, and potential acquisitions.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include focusing on core crops and improving operational efficiency.
Summary
S&W Seed Company is a smaller player in the seed industry with strengths in alfalfa and sorghum breeding. While their proprietary germplasm provides a competitive edge, they face challenges related to their size and financial resources. Opportunities exist in geographic expansion and new product development, but competition from larger companies remains a significant threat. They should focus on increasing revenues and profitability.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company SEC Filings (10-K, 10-Q)
- Company Website
- Industry Reports
Disclaimers:
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About S&W Seed Company
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Longmont, CO, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2010-05-04 | CFO, Interim CEO & Corporate Secretary Ms. Vanessa Baughman | ||
Sector Basic Materials | Industry Agricultural Inputs | Full time employees - | Website https://www.swseedco.com |
Full time employees - | Website https://www.swseedco.com | ||
S&W Seed Company, an agricultural company, engages in breeding, growing, processing, and sale of alfalfa and sorghum seeds in North and South America, Australia, and internationally. The company also offers sunflower, stevia, camelina, forage cereals, wheat, and pasture seeds. It sells its seeds to distributors and dealers in 30 countries. The company was founded in 1980 and is headquartered in Longmont, Colorado.
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