KWS Seeds Canada Ltd.

KWS Seeds Canada is the Canadian business unit of the KWS Group, a family-owned plant breeding company founded in 1856 in Germany. Today, KWS is a global leader in seed innovation, focused on research-driven solutions that help farmers improve both productivity and sustainability.

In Canada, KWS specializes in hybrid rye, a fall-seeded cereal known for its high yields, winter hardiness, reduced pesticide needs, and improved tolerance to ergot. Hybrid rye offers flexibility across multiple markets, including livestock feed, forage, milling, distilling, fuel, and cover cropping.

KWS Seeds Canada also works actively to expand end-use demand for hybrid rye while supporting farmers with agronomic expertise, market insights, and industry partnerships. These efforts aim to increase farm profitability, enhance crop system resilience, and build long-term opportunities for Canadian agriculture.