Re-defining what's possible in plant-based dairy.
Whether for dietary reasons, health perceptions, sustainability motives, or taste preferences dairy alternatives are finding their way into more homes.
A recent study showed that nearly half of U.S. households bought plant-based milk last year – 79% of whom were repeat shoppers. And high re-purchase rates for evolving segments like plant-based cheese (49%), yogurt (55%), and creamers (65%) promise rich potential for the category.1
Delivering on taste, texture, nutrition
Groundbreaking new ingredients and technologies are advancing modern dairy alternatives with authentic taste, greater sensory enjoyment and better nutritional profiles. Coupled with wellness trends, flexitarian habits and sustainability priorities, and it's no surprise that the global alt-dairy market is expected to climb by 60% over the next several years.2
End-to-end innovation expertise
With deep expertise in plant-based and traditional dairy – and a singular position at the center of the supply chain – partnering with Cargill positions you for success in the competitive dairy alternative space.
Dedicated category expertise, and insights-led innovation helps to anticipate future trends, consumer preferences, and buying behaviors keeping you ahead of the curve.
Broad portfolio of solutions, and formulation expertise allow us to create enhanced taste and texture with improved nutritional values aligning to your consumers’ preferences.
Innovating to new heights with advanced R&D capabilities, our team can anticipate, formulate, and scale up new technologies helping you get to market faster.
Differentiate through sustainability and join Cargill our goal to feed the world more safely, responsibly, and sustainably.
Anchored by connections, our global presence can offer a powerful supply chain position and strategic partnership to harness reliable sourcing at scale, consistent quality and protect your cost-in-use.
Ready to create a stir in the rich dairy alternative space?
Formulation Solutions
PURIS™ Pea Protein
Protein-packed. Non-GMO Project Verified.* USDA Certified Organic. When it comes to label-friendly formulation, PURIS™ pea protein checks all the boxes.
EverSweet® Stevia Sweetener
Next-generation stevia sweetener delivers the same sweetness is found in the stevia leaf, while producing it more sustainably via fermentation.
EverSweet® + ClearFlo™
Our single-ingredient, stevia sweetener and natural flavor fully utilizes stevia sweeteners' sugar reduction potential without bitterness or licorice notes.
SimPure™ Soluble Rice Flour
More and more, ingredient familiarity matters. SimPure™ 92260 harnesses one of nature's most traditional botanical sources – rice – to create a label-friendly alternative to maltodextrin.
PURIS® Pea Protein is a trademark of PURIS Foods, a Cargill strategic partner.
SOURCES:
1. The Good Food Institute. "State of the Industry Report: Plant-Based Meat, Seafood, Eggs and Dairy." 2023.
2. Euromonitor 2023–2028 Market Size Forecast.