Corteva announces new appointment for leadership role
1st October 2025
Corteva Agriscience announced that Ed Barnatt has been appointed the new UK & Ireland country leader.
Mr Barnatt currently serves as crop protection commercial sales manager and will succeed William Corrigan.
After a successful tenure leading the business, Mr Corrigan has been appointed global product manager for the pasture and land management herbicide portfolio, based at the company’s global headquarters in Indianapolis, USA.
In his new role, Mr Barnatt will lead Corteva’s strategic direction across the UK and Ireland. The company said that with over two decades of experience in agronomy and business leadership, he brings a profound understanding of the industry and a strong commitment to advancing sustainable and profitable farming.
Since joining Corteva in January 2025, Mr Barnatt has played a pivotal role in strategic planning and key account management, ensuring farmers have access to the latest crop protection solutions. He will remain based in Cambridge, UK.
‘Commercial acumen and deep-rooted agricultural expertise’
Monica Sorribas, Northern Europe CU leader at Corteva, said: “We are thrilled to appoint Ed to this critical leadership position. His commercial acumen and deep-rooted agricultural expertise are exactly what we need to continue driving growth and support farmers in the UK and Ireland.
“We also extend our sincere gratitude to Will for his outstanding leadership and congratulate him on his important new global role.”
Mr Barnatt added: “I am incredibly proud to lead the UK & Ireland business for Corteva Agriscience. Agriculture is facing immense challenges, from evolving weather patterns to new regulatory demands, but with these challenges come great opportunities for innovation. Since joining Corteva, I’ve been impressed by our team’s focus on practical solutions that make a real difference on-farm.”
“Building on the strong foundation Will established, I look forward to working with our partners and customers to deliver innovative solutions that help create resilient, sustainable and profitable farm businesses.”
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