AGCO Appoints James C. Collins, Jr. to its Board of Directors

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AGCO (NYSE: AGCO) appointed James C. Collins, Jr. to its Board of Directors, effective April 1, 2026. Collins brings nearly four decades of global agriculture and industrial leadership, including prior roles as CEO of Corteva Agriscience and senior leadership at DuPont.

AGCO also announced that director Matthew Tsien has elected not to stand for re-election at the upcoming annual meeting, prompting a board succession change ahead of the vote.

Positive

• Board addition: James C. Collins effective April 1, 2026
• Nearly 40 years of agriculture and industrial leadership
• CEO experience: led creation of Corteva Agriscience in 2019
• Global experience: lived and worked in Asia five years

Negative

• Board turnover: Matthew Tsien will not seek re-election
• Succession timing: vacancy ahead of the upcoming annual meeting

DULUTH, Ga., March 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- AGCO (NYSE: AGCO) today announced the appointment of James C. Collins, Jr. to its Board of Directors, effective April 1, 2026. Collins brings nearly four decades of leadership experience across the global agriculture and food value chain, with a strong track record of driving innovation, growth and sustainable outcomes.

"Jim's leadership experience and deep understanding of global agriculture will be a tremendous asset to AGCO," said Eric Hansotia, AGCO Chairman, President and CEO. "His proven ability to scale innovation and partner with farmers worldwide aligns directly with our Farmer-First strategy and our vision to be the trusted partner for industry-leading smart farming solutions."

Collins previously served as Chief Executive Officer and a member of the Board of Directors of Corteva Agriscience after he led the creation of the agriscience company in 2019 following the DowDuPont merger. He joined DuPont in 1984 and held senior leadership roles across multiple businesses, including Chief Operating Officer of DowDuPont's Agriculture Division and Executive Vice President of DuPont's agricultural segments.

During his career, Collins developed DuPont's biobased industrials strategy, oversaw the integration of the Danisco acquisition to build a leading industrial biosciences organization and led large DuPont business segments including Performance Materials and Electronics & Communications. He has also overseen the launch of numerous new products and the development of strong global research and innovation pipelines. Collins lived and worked in Asia for five years, helping establish DuPont's agricultural presence across the region.

Collins currently serves on the Board of Directors of Archer-Daniels-Midland Company, where he is a member of the Audit and the Compensation and Succession Committees. He also serves on the boards of private companies: Vestaron Corporation and Pivot Bio. Collins has an MBA focused on international business from the University of Delaware and a Bachelor of Science degree in chemical engineering from Christian Brothers College.

AGCO also announced Matthew Tsien has elected not to stand for re-election at the upcoming annual meeting of stockholders.

"Matt has made significant contributions to our Board," said Hansotia. "I am grateful for his guidance, commitment and steady leadership. We wish Matt the very best for the future."

About AGCO
AGCO (NYSE: AGCO) is a global leader in agricultural machinery and precision agriculture technologies. Driven by a Farmer-First strategy, AGCO delivers value through its differentiated leading brands, Fendt™, Massey Ferguson™, PTx™ and Valtra™. AGCO's high-performance equipment and smart farming solutions, including brand-agnostic retrofit technologies and autonomous offerings, empower farmers to drive productivity while sustainably feeding the world. For more information, visit www.agcocorp.com. 

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FAQ

Who is James C. Collins, Jr. and when does AGCO (AGCO) add him to the board?

James C. Collins, Jr. is a nearly four-decade agriculture executive added effective April 1, 2026. According to AGCO, Collins has led major roles at DuPont and served as CEO of Corteva Agriscience, bringing global strategy and innovation experience to the board.

What experience does James Collins bring to AGCO (AGCO) that matters to investors?

Collins brings senior leadership across agriculture, industrial biosciences, and product innovation over nearly 40 years. According to AGCO, he led creation of Corteva Agriscience and oversaw major integrations and research pipelines relevant to AGCO's farmer-first strategy.

How does Matthew Tsien's decision affect AGCO (AGCO) board composition and timing?

Matthew Tsien has elected not to stand for re-election at the upcoming annual meeting, creating a board vacancy. According to AGCO, his departure will take effect at the annual meeting, prompting succession actions ahead of shareholder voting.

Will James Collins' appointment change AGCO (AGCO) strategic direction or governance?

The appointment strengthens board experience in global agriculture and innovation but does not announce strategy shifts. According to AGCO, Collins' expertise aligns with its Farmer-First strategy and smart farming vision, supporting governance and product development oversight.

Where else does James C. Collins, Jr. currently serve on boards relevant to AGCO (AGCO)?

Collins serves on the board of Archer-Daniels-Midland and on private company boards including Vestaron and Pivot Bio. According to AGCO, he also sits on ADM audit and compensation committees, bringing governance experience to AGCO's board.