Key Takeaways
- ADM (NYSE: ADM) has appointed Jeff Rowe to the newly created role of Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, effective August 17, 2026.
- Rowe will oversee the company's commercial businesses, global manufacturing and R&D efforts, reporting to Chair and CEO Juan Luciano.
- Rowe joins ADM from Syngenta Group, where he served as CEO starting in January 2024 after joining the company in 2016.
- Before Syngenta, Rowe spent more than 20 years at DuPont Pioneer in executive roles spanning strategy, international operations, biotech and regulatory affairs.
- Luciano called Rowe a proven leader with a strong track record of advancing innovation and operational excellence.
ADM Names Jeff Rowe Chief Operating Officer
ADM (NYSE: ADM) announced it has appointed Jeff Rowe to the newly created role of Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, effective August 17, 2026. The company said the appointment complements its leadership bench and positions ADM to advance its growth strategy and business priorities.
What the Role Covers at ADM
In his new role, Rowe will oversee ADM's commercial businesses, global manufacturing and research and development efforts. He will report to Juan Luciano, Chair of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of ADM.
Rowe's Background in Global Agriculture Leadership
Rowe joins ADM from Syngenta Group, a science-based agriculture company headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, where he has held a series of senior leadership roles since joining in September 2016. He was appointed CEO of Syngenta Group in January 2024, leading efforts to advance sustainable farming and AI-powered innovation for stakeholders worldwide. Before Syngenta, Rowe spent more than 20 years at DuPont Pioneer in executive positions spanning strategy, international operations, biotech and regulatory affairs.
Leaders React to the Appointment
“Jeff has an outstanding reputation in the industry as a proven leader with a strong track record of advancing innovation and operational excellence. I am confident that he will be a wonderful addition to ADM's global family of leaders,” said Juan Luciano, Chair of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of ADM. “On behalf of all of us at ADM, I am delighted to welcome Jeff to the Company and look forward to working alongside him as we capitalize on new opportunities and build on our momentum to drive ADM's long-term growth agenda.”
“I am honored to join ADM and drive continued innovation at a global, agricultural leader. I have long admired ADM for its rich history and strong values,” said Jeff Rowe, incoming Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of ADM. “I look forward to partnering with the Company's talented team to build on that foundation, advancing ADM's growth strategy, supporting farmers and creating value for customers and shareholders.”
