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Zuari Agro Chemicals launches campaign for farmers
MUMBAI: Zuari Agro Chemicals Limited (ZACL) has rolled out the Jai Kisaan Ann-Dhan-Sampann TV commercial to commemorate 50 years of brand Jai Kisaan and to bring out the ‘business-to-farmer’ transformation of the agri business led by the Adventz Group’s flagship company.
The one-of-a-kind integrated farmer-centric TV commercial, Ann-Dhan-Sampann captures how enriched and fulfilled farmers mean a prosperous India; it highlights the mission of brand Jai Kisaan to enable farmers produce high-quality crops. For a nation that is coming back in realising its renewed potential in the agrarian economy, the mission has been crucial in charting a course in bettering lives within the farming community.
ZACL managing director Sunil Sethy says, “For 50 years Jai Kisaan has been a key driver to address the agricultural requirements of a growth-intensive nation. Jai Kisaan has been consistently delivering quality products and services across India. A campaign such as Ann-Dhan-Sampann essentially conveys to our stakeholders the fundamental transformation that Zuari Agro Chemicals, thereby Jai Kisaan, has undertaken — moving from a purely B2B company to establishing direct connect with the farmers. Over the years we have been working towards such a goal and our Jai Kisaan Junctions bear testimony to the resurgence. Through them we have established one-stop shop for farmers and farm-support services. We have now set a path and aim to be the single-largest facilitator for the farmers, either by manufacturing or sourcing agri-inputs and partnering with farmers, to achieve the farm economy’s full potential.”
Created and produced by R K SWAMY BBDO, the TVC-led campaign targets stakeholders such as policy makers, business partners, FIs and employees. It visualises how Jai Kisaan has helped turn farmers into agriculturists, educating them on scientific techniques, providing them new-age technologies and experiential farms. Through Jai Kisaan, Adventz today is a nation-building partner, supporting an agri-centric economy.
The Ann-Dhan-Sampann campaign amplifies the deep connection between agriculture and the values of Indian way of life; its essence is in its festive and earthy song set to an Indian tune, supporting the story of agriculture and the farmers here. The 60-second film showcases Jai Kisaan’s role as a national brand, with shots representing all major crops in full bloom, across regions. To be aired in Hindi across national and regional news channels, Ann-Dhan-Sampann subtly captures Brand Jai Kisaan supporting and assisting the entire journey of farmers with a host of products, retail outlets, knowledge of best practices and technology, and helpful salahkaars (consultants).
The Ann-Dhan-Sampann TVC outlines Jai Kisaan’s overall role in empowering the Indian farmer, not just in the fields but also in his daily life. Be it in opportunities in R&D, soil health and collaborative knowledge-sharing, Jai Kisaan has been at the forefront of such visible changes. With Jai Kisaan Junctions, as showcased in the commercial, ZACL has effectively put in place a well-networked outreach programme that assists the farmer in his livelihood.
Brand Jai Kisaan is just not an entity that contributes to the yield but embodies the Adventz Group’s agri-business vision to be the one-stop solution for the farm economy. With Jai Kisaan, ZACL upholds the mission to create value for farmers and stakeholders by providing integrated agri solutions to all farm needs.
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Nestlé India posts 14.9 per cent sales growth, profit rises in FY26
FMCG major sweetens returns with dividend as strong domestic demand leads
NEW DELHI: Nestlé India has reported a strong financial performance for the year ended 31 March 2026, with sales and profits rising steadily on the back of robust domestic demand.
The company posted total income of Rs 231,949.5 million for FY26, up from Rs 202,645.5 million in the previous year, marking a growth of 14.9 per cent. Domestic sales remained the key driver, increasing 14.6 per cent to Rs 221,187.0 million, while exports contributed Rs 9,527.6 million to the overall tally.
The final quarter of the financial year added extra momentum, with total sales rising 23.4 per cent compared to the same period last year. This helped lift the company’s annual profit to Rs 35,446.0 million, up from Rs 33,145.0 million in FY25.
Shareholders are set to benefit as the board has recommended a final dividend of Rs 5.00 per equity share. This comes on top of the interim dividend of Rs 7.00 per share paid in February 2026. The record date for the final dividend has been fixed as 10 July 2026, subject to shareholder approval at the 67th Annual General Meeting scheduled for 3 July 2026. If approved, the payout will begin from 30 July 2026.
During the year, the company’s paid-up equity share capital doubled to Rs 1,928.3 million following a 1:1 bonus share issue, strengthening its capital base. The results were also supported by a Rs 1,207.8 million credit from exceptional items, including a Rs 2,023.2 million writeback from resolved income tax litigation, partially offset by restructuring costs and expenses related to new labour codes.
On the cost front, material costs rose to 44.8 per cent of sales for the full year, compared to 43.6 per cent in the previous year, reflecting ongoing input cost pressures. Despite this, the company maintained solid profitability, with EBITDA coming in at Rs 53,060.6 million.
Overall, Nestlé India’s performance underscores its ability to balance growth and margins in a challenging environment. With steady demand, disciplined cost management and consistent shareholder returns, the company appears well placed to carry its momentum into the next financial year.
