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CTVA · Annual meeting · Tuesday, April 28, 2026

Corteva Inc

12 nominees · 4 ballot items.

Stockholders will vote to elect 12 directors, approve the advisory say-on-pay resolution on executive compensation, select the frequency of future say-on-pay votes (1, 2, or 3 years), and ratify PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for 2026.

Market cap
$58.4B
1Y TSR
+13.5%
Board grade
B
Record date
Mar 9, 2026
Filing
DEF 14A
Meeting concluded · Apr 28, 2026

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Proposals

On the ballot4

  1. 1

    Election of Directors

    ManagementBoard: FOR

    Election of 12 director nominees recommended by the Board to serve for one-year terms.

  2. 2

    Advisory Resolution to Approve Executive Compensation (Say-on-Pay

    ManagementBoard: FOR

    Non-binding advisory vote to approve, on an advisory basis, the compensation of the Company’s named executive officers as disclosed in the proxy statement.

    More detail

    This management proposal asks shareholders to cast a non-binding affirmative vote approving the compensation disclosed for the named executive officers (NEOs). Management seeks this advisory endorsement to affirm its pay-for-performance philosophy and the design of the Company’s executive compensation program, which emphasizes a large proportion of at-risk pay tied to multi-year PSUs, RSUs and annual PRP incentives with caps and a sustainability modifier. The Board and People and Compensation Committee emphasize that metrics such as Operating EBITDA, Operating EBITDA Margin, Free Cash Flow (in 2025) and long-term measures (RONA and Operating EPS growth for PSUs) align management incentives with shareholder value, while risk-mitigation features (caps at 200%, clawback policy, stock ownership guidelines, anti-hedging/pledging policies) limit excessive risk-taking. The proxy discloses substantive shareholder outreach (engagement with holders representing ~48% of outstanding shares) and the committee’s responsiveness to investor feedback, noting prior strong say-on-pay support (~89% in prior year) which contextualizes management’s request for continued support. A vote FOR is recommended by the Board and is advisory only; management will consider the outcome when setting future pay but is not bound to it. Key governance context includes the Company’s use of business-unit PRPs in 2025 to drive accountability, adjustments for acquisitions when setting PSU targets, and planned 2026 program changes tied to the proposed separation (e.g., simplifying PRP and shifting LTI mix). For sophisticated evaluation, material considerations include the degree to which the chosen financial metrics are correlated with long-term TSR, the potential dilution and realized pay outcomes under actual PSU payouts (e.g., 2023–2025 PSUs paid at 57.3% of target), and the Board’s demonstrated willingness to adjust program design (2026 changes) in response to corporate events and investor input. In sum, the proposal requests advisory approval of the disclosed compensation framework, management argues it is closely linked to performance and shareholder value, and the Board recommends FOR because it believes the programs appropriately align executive incentives with long-term stockholder interests.

  3. 3

    Advisory Resolution to Approve the Frequency of the Stockholder Vote on Executive Compensation

    ManagementBoard: FOR

    Non-binding advisory vote to select whether the Company should hold the advisory say-on-pay vote every one, two, or three years (Board recommends 1 year).

    More detail

    This management proposal asks shareholders to indicate, on a non-binding basis, whether the advisory say-on-pay vote should occur every one, two, or three years, and the Board recommends a one-year frequency. Management argues that an annual advisory vote provides investors with regular opportunities to express their views on executive pay, enabling more timely feedback and facilitating the People and Compensation Committee’s ability to respond to investor concerns between meetings. The proxy explains the Board considered the arguments for each frequency and concluded that one year best supports transparency and accountability given current governance and compensation practices, including active investor engagement and ongoing adjustments to the compensation program. From a governance-evaluation perspective, more frequent votes increase shareholder voice but can also increase administrative burden; the Board’s recommendation weighs the value of frequent feedback more heavily. The context includes the Company’s prior robust shareholder engagement (contact with holders of ~48% of shares) and the strong historical support for say-on-pay, which may mitigate concerns about vote fatigue. For analysts, the practical considerations are whether annual votes materially affect compensation design choices or primarily serve as a recurring signal; the Board states it will consider the outcome when making future decisions. The recommendation for a one-year frequency signals management’s confidence in its compensation policies while preserving regular stockholder oversight.

  4. 4

    Ratification of the Appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm for Fiscal Year 2026

    ManagementBoard: FOR

    Ratification of the Audit Committee’s selection of PwC as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for fiscal year 2026.

Director elections

Nominees on the ballot12

Independent
Tenure on this board
5.3 yrs
Also a director at
Brunswick Corp (BC)Allison Transmission Holdings Inc (ALSN)
Independent
Tenure on this board
5.3 yrs
Also a director at
Twin Disc Inc (TWIN)
Independent
Tenure on this board
0.2 yrs
Also a director at
Westlake Chemical Partners LP (WLKP)Westlake Corp (WLK)
Independent
Tenure on this board
5.3 yrs
Also a director at
Toll Brothers Inc (TOL)
Independent
Tenure on this board
7.1 yrs
Also a director at
Itau Unibanco Holding SA (ITUB)Ultrapar Holdings Inc (UGP)
Not independent
Tenure on this board
4.7 yrs
Also a director at
Ingredion Inc (INGR)
Independent
Tenure on this board
6.4 yrs
Also a director at
Td Synnex Corp (SNX)
Independent
Tenure on this board
7.2 yrs
Also a director at
Eaton Corp PLC (ETN)Deere & Co (DE)
Independent
Tenure on this board
5.3 yrs
Also a director at
Avient Corp (AVNT)
Independent
Tenure on this board
7.1 yrs
Also a director at
Flex Ltd (FLEX)Solstice Advanced Materials Inc (SOLS)
Ownership

Top institutional holders10

Latest 13F quarter
1VANGUARD CAPITAL MANAGEMENT LLC6.6%44,075,854$3.7B
2STATE STREET CORP5.4%36,138,039$3.0B
3Capital World Investors5.4%35,998,047$3.0B
4VANGUARD PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT LLC4.5%30,061,788$2.5B
5FMR LLC3.9%26,154,676$2.2B
6BlackRock, Inc.3.2%21,256,231$1.8B
7Aristotle Capital Management, LLC2.8%18,833,712$1.6B
8GEODE CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, LLC2.5%16,555,168$1.4B
9HARRIS ASSOCIATES L P2.4%16,031,197$1.3B
10FRANKLIN RESOURCES INC2.3%15,385,444$1.3B
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Frequently asked questions

When is the Corteva Inc 2026 annual meeting?
Corteva Inc (CTVA) holds its 2026 annual shareholder meeting on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.
What is the record date for the Corteva Inc 2026 meeting?
The record date for the Corteva Inc 2026 meeting is Monday, March 9, 2026. Shareholders of record on or before that date are eligible to vote.
Who are the director nominees for Corteva Inc's 2026 meeting?
The board is presenting 12 director nominees at the Corteva Inc 2026 meeting, listed with their independence status and background.
What proposals will shareholders vote on at the Corteva Inc 2026 meeting?
Shareholders will vote on 4 proposals at the Corteva Inc 2026 meeting, each tagged with who proposed it and the board's recommendation.
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