Bayer Buys Monsanto 2017 | ORIGINAL |

Bayer’s primary goal was to transform into a unified "Life Science" company, balancing its pharmaceutical strength with a massive agricultural footprint. 1. Why is Bayer acquiring Monsanto? - SEC.gov

The , initiated with a definitive agreement in September 2016, reached a critical peak in 2017 as it navigated a complex global regulatory landscape. Often described as a "marriage made in hell" by critics, the $66 billion all-cash deal aimed to create the world's largest supplier of seeds and agricultural chemicals. Strategic Rationale: A "Life Science" Powerhouse bayer buys monsanto 2017