The principles of value-driven corporate governance at AGRANA demand the responsible management of business opportunities and risks. AGRANA’s governance system aims at the appropriate balance of risks and returns to be able to utilise the company’s existing resources as efficiently as possible in order to achieve the medium- and long-term strategic goals. To realise this aim, AGRANA uses an integrated system for the early identification and monitoring of Group-specific risks. AGRANA’s risk culture is defined by risk-aware behaviour, clear assignment of responsibilities, independent risk control and the use of efficient monitoring and reporting systems. AGRANA is generally prepared to bear risks related to its core competencies. Risks that cannot be reduced to a reasonable level or transferred to third parties are avoided if possible. AGRANA does not assume risks that are unrelated to core or support processes.
Derivative financial instruments may be held only to hedge business transactions. Their use for speculative purposes is expressly prohibited. Compliance with this principle is achieved through policies, limits, routine monitoring and reports to the Management Board.