As part of its commitment to sustainably nourish the world, Cargill reports continued progress toward building a deforestation-free soy supply chain. The company outlined key achievements, including mapping of its Brazilian soy supply chain, in its mid-year progress report, released recently.

Consumer demand for chocolate products continues to grow steadily in the Asia market. To help the food industry meet this growing demand, Cargill is partnering with a local manufacturer in western India, to launch its first chocolate manufacturing operation in Asia.

Cargill has invested 3.5 million Euro in its site in Kalmthout (Belgium) to increase its capabilities for producing gourmet chocolate.

At Cargill, sustainability is written into the company's purpose—and woven into core operations including investment priorities, organizational structure and resource allocation. 

Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery was recently able to talk to Jamie Mavec, marketing manager, Cargill Global Edible Oil Solutions, Minneapolis, as well as Sonia Punwani, global bakery leader, about Cargill's most recent FATitudes study on oils.

Food and beverage manufacturers and their consumers care more than ever before about the standards behind the things they buy, including cocoa.

Cargill, in partnership with the non-profit organization Imaflora, is implementing two projects to support cocoa producers in Pará that are designed to increase their productivity through environmental conservation actions and good agricultural practices.

Cargill is investing $6.4 million to expand its food pilot capabilities at its North American Pilot Development Center in Savage, Minn., enabling bakery customers to increase their speed-to-market with new products.

Digital items top consumers holiday gift lists, and in the spirit of the season, Cargill’s Global Edible Oils business is putting the power of digitalization at its customers’ fingertips.

Food and beverage manufacturers looking to meet consumer demand for great-tasting, label-friendly ingredients may have new options in the near future.