Jeff Rowe
Jeff Rowe is an American agricultural executive currently serving as the CEO of Syngenta, the world's largest agrochemical company based in Switzerland. Rowe grew up on a farm in Illinois and earned a degree in agricultural economics followed by a law degree from Drake University. He began his career at Pioneer, which was later acquired by DuPont, where he led European operations before joining Syngenta in 2016. In early 2024, Rowe took the helm as CEO, navigating the complexities of U.S.-China relations and the challenges of the agrochemical market. His leadership focuses on innovation and sustainability in agriculture, particularly in improving productivity for farmers in China, which represents a significant opportunity for Syngenta amidst geopolitical tensions.
Born on Jan 01, 1971 (55 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | 2 | 5.50 | 0.16% | +10% | 8,654,622 | 15,492 | $700,000 | 1,253$ |
| Totals | 2 | 8,654,622 | 15,492 | $700,000 | 1,253$ |
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Switzerland:
Jeff Rowe is the outgoing CEO of Syngenta who Hengde Qin will succeed.
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Switzerland:
Jeff Rowe is stepping down as CEO of Syngenta.
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Switzerland:
Jeff Rowe is the American leader of Syngenta, which is involved in the agricultural sector.
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Switzerland:
Jeff Rowe, the CEO of Syngenta, discusses the challenges faced by the company amid the US-China trade tensions.
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