Corteva controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
2022
Pesticide discount-program antitrust allegations
The Federal Trade Commission alleged that discount programs operated by Corteva and Syngenta could block or restrict generic competition in parts of the U.S. pesticide market. The litigation remained active after a federal judge denied a motion to dismiss in 2024.
2020
Chlorpyrifos health and regulatory controversy
Corteva ceased chlorpyrifos production amid declining demand and restrictions associated with concerns about possible neurological effects in children.
2019
Beagle fungicide-testing controversy
Corteva faced public criticism after commissioning regulatory testing of a fungicide on 36 beagles. Following opposition from the Humane Society of the United States, the company agreed to stop the testing and release the animals for adoption.