Cresud S.A.C.I.F. y A. (NASDAQ:CRESY) is an Argentina-based agribusiness and real estate company primarily engaged in the cultivation of row crops and the management of agricultural land. The company’s farming operations cover a diverse range of products, including soybeans, corn, wheat, sunflower, cotton and specialty crops, as well as cattle ranching. Agricultural activities are supported by a vertically integrated approach that encompasses seed selection, planting, harvesting, storage and logistics, allowing Cresud to optimize yields and efficiently distribute commodities to domestic and international markets.
Founded in the mid-1980s, Cresud has evolved from a single-region farmland operator into one of South America’s largest agricultural landholders. Over the years, the company expanded beyond Argentina’s Pampas region into key production areas in Brazil’s Mato Grosso do Sul and Paraguay’s Eastern Region. Cresud went public on the NASDAQ under the ticker CRESY, providing international investors with exposure to agricultural growth across multiple jurisdictions. Throughout its history, leadership has been anchored by Chairman Eduardo Elsztain and a management team with deep expertise in crop science, land management and commodity trading.
In addition to its core farming business, Cresud maintains a strategic real estate division that develops residential and commercial projects on underutilized land assets. This segment focuses on planned communities, retail outlets and mixed-use developments, primarily in Buenos Aires Province and select urban centers. By leveraging land parcels adjacent to its agricultural holdings, the company creates value through infrastructure improvements, zoning changes and partnerships with local governments and developers.
Cresud places emphasis on sustainable agriculture and technological innovation, incorporating precision farming techniques, soil-health monitoring and water-management systems to reduce environmental impact and enhance production efficiency. The company’s multi-brand portfolio includes crop protection and enhancement solutions, as well as integrated livestock programs designed to improve herd health and productivity. As global demand for agricultural commodities continues to evolve, Cresud aims to balance expansion with responsible land stewardship and ongoing investment in modern farming practices.
