Cargill

Cargill is an international producer and marketer of food, agricultural, financial and industrial products and services. Founded in 1865, the family-owned, privately held company operates more than 75 businesses and employs over 160,000 people in nearly 65 countries. Its agriculture services segment provides crop and livestock producers worldwide with customized farm services and products. Cargill s origination and processing segment connects producers and users of grain, oilseeds and other agricultural commodities through origination, processing, marketing and distribution capabilities and services. The company serves food and beverage manufacturers, foodservice companies and retailers with food and beverage ingredients, meat and poultry products and new food applications. It also offers customers and own businesses with risk management and financial solutions in several world markets.