American Vanguard

Agriculture

Newport Beach, CA · AVD · Public

American Vanguard reported Q1 2026 revenue growth of 7% to $124 million with 500 bps gross margin expansion, reaffirming full-year adjusted EBITDA guidance of $44-48 million on sales of $530-550 million. The company continues its core operations in agricultural chemicals across its three California facilities while maintaining its established distribution network.

American Vanguard Corporation, through its various subsidiaries, develops, manufactures, and markets a diverse portfolio of specialized chemicals for agricultural, commercial, and consumer applications across the United States and internationally. The company formulates and produces a comprehensive range of chemicals, including pest control agents like insecticides, fungicides, herbicides, and molluscicides, as well as solutions for soil health, plant nutrition, growth regulation, and soil fumigation. These offerings are available in liquid, powder, and granular forms, serving purposes in crop cultivation, turf and ornamental plant management, and human and animal health protection. American Vanguard also actively promotes, sells, and distributes finished chemical and biological products specifically designed for crop uses, and extends its distribution services to chemicals for the turf and ornamental markets. Its extensive distribution network encompasses partnerships with national distribution firms, purchasing collectives, and co-operatives, alongside its own sales offices, dedicated sales force, independent sales agents, and fully owned distribution entities. Established in 1969, the company maintains its corporate headquarters in Newport Beach, California.

Employees

845

Mfg Plants

All Facilities

Activity

5/10

Type

Public