The following is a summary of the Adecoagro S.A. (AGRO) Q1 2024 Earnings Call Transcript:

Financial Performance:

• Adecoagro reported a consolidated adjusted EBITDA of $90 million for Q1 2024, consistent with the previous year.

• The firm saw a 3% YoY increase in gross sales, totaling $254 million, propelled by an increase in sugar cane crush and a significant rise in the selling price of rice.

• The decline in the sugar, ethanol, and energy business was compensated by the strong performance in farming operations.

• Net debt decreased by 23% YoY, standing at $639 million.

• Expansion CapEx stood at $29 million for the quarter, with major investments in sugarcane plantations in Brazil and their biogas unit.

Business Progress:

• The sugar, ethanol, and energy segment achieved record first-quarter figures due to expansion plantings in Brazil.

• All three operating segments in farming (crops, rice, and dairy) performed well, resulting in significant yield recovery.

• The company approved a total cash dividend distribution of $35 million and has repurchased 2.6 million shares, aligning with its distribution policy.

• Conforming to business strategy, Adecoagro is expanding its footprint in Argentina and Uruguay.

• The company expects around a 5% increase in sugarcane crushing over the next year, evidencing growth in the sector.

• Investment in projects like the Viterra acquisition continues, and improvements are expected in other sectors like dairy and processing.

• The company is open to exceeding their distribution policy and allotting more than the required amount through buybacks, under certain circumstances.

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