11 articles · Updated · Des Moines Register · May 4
The company said the business, with major research operations in Johnston, Iowa, is due to separate by the fourth quarter and will be led by future chief executive Chuck Magro.
Corteva said Vylor will launch with the world's largest seed production network, more than 4,000 germplasm patents and 2,000 biotechnology patents, targeting gene editing, hybrid wheat and disease-resistant corn.
The naming comes as Iowa officials press for Johnston to host the headquarters, backed by a state tax-credit package estimated to cost $13.7m over five years.
As biofuels boom, how will Vylor balance its mission to fuel cars against its promise to feed the world?
How will Vylor's patented 'super crops' affect farmer autonomy and global food prices?
Can this new spin-off out-innovate agile startups and giants like Bayer in the fierce AgTech race?
Vylor, Inc.: Leading the World’s Largest Seed Network with Record-Breaking Yields
Overview
On May 4, 2026, Corteva Agriscience announced the spinoff of its seed and genetics business into a new company, Vylor, Inc., set to become operational in Q4 2026 under CEO Chuck Magro. Named to honor dedication and courage, Vylor combines a strong heritage with cutting-edge genetic science, operating the world's largest seed production network and holding top market shares. The spinoff allows Vylor to focus on high-growth innovations like gene editing, hybrid wheat, and biofuels, while the remaining Corteva concentrates on crop protection. This separation aims to unlock shareholder value, reshape the competitive landscape, and better serve farmers, despite challenges like regulatory scrutiny and execution risks during the transition.