Cargill expands renewable electricity portfolio in the central United States

Cargill is expanding its renewable electricity portfolio in the United States through solar and wind projects in Oklahoma and South Dakota. By focusing on regions where it operates, the company is working to reduce emissions from how food is produced and processed while supporting more resilient and efficient operations.  Cargill has entered into a virtual power purchase agreement (VPPA) for 87 megawatts (MW) of wind power from the Sweetland Wind project in South Dakota. The 12.6-year agreement is expected to generate approximately 392,000 megawatt-hours (MWh) of renewable electricity annually, supporting…

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Cargill named to Fortune Change the World 2026 list for strengthening farm and food system resilience

Cargill has been named to the Fortune Change the World 2026 list for its efforts to support farmers and strengthen food system resilience through market access, financing, technical expertise, innovation and partnerships. Fortune’s 12th annual Change the World list recognizes 50 companies tackling some of today’s toughest challenges and demonstrating how business can do well by doing good. Cargill was selected from roughly 200 candidates evaluated for the 2026 list.  “Farmers are the foundation of a strong and resilient food system,” said Roger Watchorn, leader of Cargill’s Agriculture and Trading…

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Cargill Named a 2026 Corporate Wellness Innovator by Fast Company and Wellhub

Cargill has been named a 2026 Corporate Wellness Innovator by Fast Company and Wellhub. The recognition celebrates companies taking innovative, holistic approaches to supporting employees’ physical and mental well-being. Honorees were selected through a qualitative review of their human resources and wellness policies as well as national media coverage. The Fast Company editorial team recognized companies whose policies were differentiated, innovative and centered on employees’ needs. Cargill was selected for its comprehensive benefits supporting physical and emotional health, as well as Employee Assistance Programs designed to strengthen employees’ personal and…

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Cargill helps food manufacturers accelerate product development processes with tailored functional systems

At Foodist Istanbul 2026, Cargill highlighted its functional systems and co-development approach, helping food manufacturers manage their cost, labeling, nutrition, product performance and speed-to-market objectives together.  Cargill met with industrial food manufacturers at Foodist Istanbul 2026, held at the Tüyap Fair and Congress Center from September 1 to 4, 2026. Bringing together manufacturers, suppliers, wholesalers, retail purchasing representatives and decision-makers from different areas of the food industry, the fair provided Cargill with an opportunity to strengthen existing customer relationships and establish contacts for new collaborations.  As they respond to changing…

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Global Water Challenge and Cargill expand partnership to four additional countries

Global Water Challenge (GWC) and Cargill announced today the expansion of their Cargill Currents partnership into Bolivia, Colombia, Costa Rica and Türkiye. Launched by GWC and Cargill in 2021, Cargill Currents is a joint initiative that works in partnership with communities, governments and local organizations to help address the water challenges facing each region. As part of a global partnership, these new country activities join ongoing programming underway in Brazil, Ghana, Côte d’Ivoire and North America. Planned activities include improving access to safe water and sanitation, repairing water systems and…

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