BarthHaas Group appoints Karsten Neuffer as first Group CEO

Nuremberg | Karsten Neuffer has joined the BarthHaas Group as its first Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective the first of September 2026.

Karsten Neuffer brings extensive global experience in the agriculture and food industry, together with a strong track record of leading organizations through growth, transformation, and change. He previously held senior leadership positions at Syngenta, Indigo Ag, and most recently as CEO for RiceTec. In his new role, he will assume overall responsibility for the BarthHaas Group, which comprises BarthHaas, John I. Haas, and Hop Products Australia.

“Karsten’s appointment marks the next step in the evolution of BarthHaas, and in more than 230 years, the first time the Group is led by a single Chief Executive” says Alex Barth, Chairman. “Our Group is built on a strong foundation, a proud history, deep market expertise, clear values, and close customer relationships that have long defined our business. We intend to build on these strengths while continuing to evolve the organization and position the BarthHaas Group for long-term success.”