Bayer

Bayer is a global life sciences company whose business spans pharmaceuticals and agricultural solutions. It was founded in 1863 as a synthetic dye business in Barmen, Germany, and has since grown into a research-driven organisation active worldwide. The company is led by CEO Bill Anderson and states its mission as "Health for all, Hunger for none".

The pharmaceutical portfolio covers innovative medicines aimed at critical diseases and unmet medical needs. Its origins in healthcare date to the late 19th century, when Aspirin was introduced as a breakthrough medicine that helped shape modern healthcare. Technical work spans synthetic chemistry, pharmaceuticals and life sciences R&D, alongside agricultural biotechnology, seeds and traits, and crop protection.

On the agricultural side, Bayer's Crop Science division develops seeds, traits and crop protection products intended to advance sustainable agriculture, with a stated focus on food security and climate resilience. Scale is indicated by R&D investment of over $27 billion and a company history of more than 160 years.

The company describes its culture as one of innovation and pioneering breakthroughs, combining a long heritage with a forward-looking mindset.