Cargill introduces the Pennent™ system to improve feed mill efficiency

Date: Nov. 10, 2009

Contact: Liz Pearce, 952-742-6202, elizabeth_pearce@cargill.com

MINNEAPOLIS - Cargill and Feed Management Systems™, Inc. (FMS) have teamed to introduce the Pennent™ system, a web-based, integrated software system designed to improve feed mill efficiency and lower costs.

The Pennent™ system combines Cargill's successful Model Mill, Maintenance Manager and Mill Audit global solutions with FMS' strong ability to develop and support commercial software to the animal feed industry. The system works by providing the ability to benchmark a mill's internal cost standard and setting a cost model based on that individual mill's specifications, which helps facilitate better decision making.

"This is secure, proven technology that helps ensure a mill is performing at its highest level," said Bill Mead, global portfolio manager for Cargill Animal Nutrition. "The Pennent™ system is versatile enough for mills of all sizes. It's a great tool to help ensure a mill is as productive and cost-effective as possible."

As of 2009, seven of the past 23 recipients awarded the prestigious "Feed Mill of the Year", sponsored annually by the American Feed Industry Association, have used the Pennent™ system, demonstrating its proven track record. To learn more, visit www.pennent.com.

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About Cargill

Cargill is an international producer and marketer of food, agricultural, financial and industrial products and services. Founded in 1865, the privately held company employs 159,000 people in 68 countries. Cargill helps customers succeed through collaboration and innovation, and is committed to applying its global knowledge and experience to help meet economic, environmental and social challenges wherever it does business. For more information, visit www.cargill.com.

About Feed Management Systems

Feed Management Systems, Inc. (FMS) is an award-winning software company and a worldwide leader in providing feed manufacturing industry solutions and services. For over two decades, FMS solutions have helped feed mills in over 60 countries ensure the safety, quality and affordability of the global feed supply allowing to automate and optimize feed formulation, pricing, ordering, inventory, labeling, delivery, reporting, risk management and traceability. For more information, visit www.feedsys.com.