Seeds

Without seeds, there is no harvest – the seed industry ensures the supply of sufficient food for the population, both in Austria and around the world.

For this reason, the breeding, production and distribution of high-quality seeds are key activities of our company.

3 Behälter mit Saatgut
© Ben Leitner
Key Figures
Getreidekörner
© Romana Fürnkranz

Seeds in Key Figures

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180
Contract Partners

for the cultivation of cereal seed
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30,000
Control Samples

in the agricultural laboratory per year
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25%
Organic Share

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400
Various Seed Varieties

in the product range
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45,000 t
Annual Production

in Korneuburg and Lannach
Hands examining a seedling
© Michael Reidinger, RWA
Seeds-Process

The seed process at a glance

At more than 27 production sites of RWA and the Austrian Lagerhaus cooperatives, we produce the annual local demand for seeds. In addition, we operate seed production facilities in several Central and Southeastern European countries for the respective local markets. In total, 100,000 tonnes of seed are produced each year.

The focus is on cereals (wheat, rye, barley), corn, and oil and protein crops (soybeans, rapeseed, peas and fava beans). However, niche and specialty crops such as oil pumpkins, fava beans and peas also play a significant role.

Our tasks include selecting suitable seed varieties, propagating them, implementing quality management measures and ensuring national and international distribution. Seed certification is carried out in our company-owned seed laboratories.

Another core task is comprehensive seed logistics, ensuring smooth delivery from the producer to the field.

Through our subsidiary BSV Saaten, we serve the seed market in southern Germany.

RWA is active in the seed industry with several companies:

1. Field inspection

2. Harvest

3. Acceptance

4. Cleaning

5. Quality inspection

6. Bagging

7. Distribution

8. Logistics

9. Sowing

Consumer Goods
Säcke mit Vogelfutter in einem Lagerhaus Markt

Consumer Goods

Quality from Austria for garden and pets

In the field of consumer goods, we produce high-quality end-consumer products for garden and pet care – ranging from seeds for vegetables, herbs, and flowers to feed for birds, poultry, and small animals.

Our products are primarily manufactured in Lannach (Styria) and are subject to strict quality controls – both internally and by independent external testing bodies.

The portfolio includes over 800 items, among them trusted Lagerhaus brands such as ALPHA, IMMERGRÜN and IMPOS. In addition, we offer filling and packaging services for private labels, retail brands, and promotional products.

Our Product Focus at a Glance

  • 70% seeds & flower bulbs
  • 20% fertilizers & lawn seeds
  • 10% pet food

Our product range is extensive – from small bags containing just a few grams to large bulk packages.

In addition to conventional products, we place a strong focus on organic quality – especially popular is our organic chicken feed, available in Lagerhaus stores under the ALPHA brand.