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We are a family company providing
food, ingredients, agricultural solutions
and industrial products to nourish the world
in a safe, responsible and sustainable way.

From the heart of the supply chain, we partner with farmers and customers to source, make and deliver products that are vital for living — from eggs to edible oils, salt to skincare, feed to flooring. By supplying the things that matter, we help businesses grow, communities prosper and consumers live well. ​

Bringing access to life’s essentials since 1865.

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~160k

employees
worldwide

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70

countries where
we operate

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125

markets we
deliver to

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160

years of
experience

Our heritage

Cargill was founded
in 1865 on the promise that ‘our word is our bond.’

Since our first grain warehouse brought growers and sellers together 160 years ago, we’ve grown to be a global partner. Yet we stay true to the values and ethos of a family company.​

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About - Our history

About - Cargill at a glance

Cargill at a glance

Our approximately 160,000 colleagues make essential products that touch billions of lives every day.

With our customers and partners, we source, make, store and transport goods from where they’re grown to where they’re needed.​

Learn about who we are

Our approach

We are committed to nourishing the world in a safe, responsible and sustainable way.

From our seat at the heart of the food supply chain, we have a unique ability — and responsibility — to create a more sustainable and resilient food system.​

See our purpose in action

About - Our approach

Our people

One company, a world of expertise

Life at Cargill

Women in
manufacturing

Meet four women who help lead Cargill’s global operations and are breaking barriers in manufacturing roles around the world.

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Life at Cargill

What does
an agronomist do?

Learn how conservation agronomists help farmers adopt sustainable agriculture practices to enhance soil health, protect natural resources and improve yields.

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Life at Cargill

Meet the people
keeping your food safe

Food safety is at the core of our business. It’s how we deliver on our promise to nourish the world every day. Meet four colleagues who make it a reality.

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Life at Cargill

Cargill interns
swap stories

Hear from a former and current supply chain intern as they share their Cargill internship experiences.

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Diversity, equity and inclusion

Nourishing the world takes a range of experiences, ideas and talents. That’s why we’re committed to making the future of food and ag more inclusive.​

See DEI at Cargill

Innovation

Our global team listens and cares, so we can anticipate and meet our customers’ needs and innovate with purpose in an ever changing world.​    

Explore our innovation

Leadership Team

Representing a diverse range of experience and backgrounds, our executive team works to make Cargill the most trusted partner in food and agriculture.​

Meet our executive team


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