Bayer announces Crop Science ANZ leadership changes
04/05/2026
Melbourne, 4 May 2026 – Bayer has announced changes to its Crop Science leadership in Australia and New Zealand, alongside the planned retirement of long standing local agriculture leader Warren Inwood later in 2026.
After more than three decades with Bayer, including four years as Country Division Head of Crop Science ANZ, Mr Inwood will retire later this year. He will remain with the business over the coming months to support a smooth and orderly transition.
As part of this transition and in line with the scale, complexity and future growth ambitions of the Crop Science business, Bayer has confirmed an evolution of its leadership model for the integrated Crop Science ANZ organisation, effective 1 July 2026.
Under this model:
- Tony May will commence as Head of Crop Protection, Bayer Crop Science ANZ
- Kyle Gross will commence as Head of Seeds & Traits, Bayer Crop Science ANZ
Both leaders will work closely together as part of a single Crop Science ANZ leadership team, with field teams continuing to support customers across both Crop Protection and Seeds & Traits.
Bayer is a committed partner to Australian and New Zealand growers, with Crop Protection and Seeds & Traits playing critical and distinct roles in supporting productivity, sustainability and innovation across farming systems.
Bayer sincerely thanks Mr Inwood for his significant contribution to agriculture and to Bayer in Australia and New Zealand. Throughout his career, Mr Inwood has held senior leadership roles across global, regional and local markets and is widely respected for his people focused leadership, deep passion for agriculture and commitment to customers and industry partners.
Mr Inwood said it had been a privilege to work alongside the Crop Science team in ANZ and the broader agricultural community.
“Supporting growers, customers and partners across Australia and New Zealand has been the most rewarding part of my career,” Mr Inwood said. “I’m confident the business is well positioned for the future and look forward to supporting Tony and Kyle as they step into their new roles.”
“I’ve had the privilege of working closely with Warren for many years, and his leadership, integrity and deep commitment to agriculture have left a lasting mark on our business and our industry,” Mr May said.
“As we look ahead, our focus remains firmly on supporting farmers across Australia and New Zealand with innovative solutions and trusted partnerships that help drive productive and sustainable farming into the future.”
“This is a really exciting time for Australian and New Zealand agriculture, and I’m energised by the opportunities ahead,” Mr Gross said.
“Farmers in Australia and New Zealand face some of the world’s toughest growing conditions. We’re committed to working alongside growers, listening closely, and delivering innovations that support resilient, profitable farming systems for the long term.”
Bayer continues to work closely with growers, distribution and industry bodies to support Australian and New Zealand agriculture through innovation, partnership and long term investment.
ENDS