Vilmorin & Cie, SA announced consolidated sales results for the first quarter ended September 30, 2015. For the quarter, the corresponding the revenue from ordinary activities, stood at EUR 209.8 million, an increase of 5.5% with current data and 3.5% on a like-for-like basis, after restatement for currency translation and scope.

The company is maintaining its objectives in terms of sales and operating margin for fiscal year 2015-2016. Consolidated sales objectives correspond to a rise of between 0 and 2% on a like-for-like basis, with a current operating margin at the same level as in 2014-2015, including a research investment estimated to be more than EUR 225 million in gross value.