Community Engagement
Building vibrant communities through economic development, partnerships, philanthropy and employee volunteerism.
Cargill is committed to conducting business with integrity, operating responsibly, enriching communities and nourishing the world.
In the fiscal year 2021, Cargill provided $110.5 million in total charitable contributions in 56 countries to support our communities. Cargill businesses and employee-led groups partner with local civic, nonprofit and non-governmental organizations on programs and projects that improve food security and nutrition; support human rights, equity and inclusion; strengthen farmer livelihoods; and advance our commitments in the areas of land use, water and climate.
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Cargill invests in local communities through economic development, partnerships and giving combined with the volunteer efforts of our employees.
5 reasons why clean water is important
Did you know that more than 2 billion people lack access to safely managed drinking water? Here’s why that matters for everyone.
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Healthy pets: 3 ways we care for your companions
Pet health and wellness is top of mind for pet owners. Cargill helps care for them through gut health supplements, human-grade food, precision nutrition and more.
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5 agriculture technology innovations for farmers
Artificial intelligence, drones, 3-D imaging and real-time data are helping farmers, ranchers and producers make better decisions on the farm.
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Cargill Cares Councils
Through more than 350 Cargill Cares Councils, our employees around the world contribute millions of dollars and lend more than 100,000 hours of their time and talent to volunteer activities that have a local impact.