Archer-Daniels-Midland Co
Archer-Daniels-Midland Company (ADM) is a global agricultural supply chain manager and processor, premier human and animal nutrition provider, and trailblazer in sustainable solutions. The company's business strategy includes unlocking the power of nature to enrich the quality of life and meeting increasing demand for sustainable solutions in food, feed, fuel, and industrial and consumer products. ADM's operations are organized into three reportable business segments: Ag Services and Oilseeds, Carbohydrate Solutions, and Nutrition. The company's website is adm.com, and its ticker symbol is ADM. The Ag Services and Oilseeds segment includes activities related to the origination, merchandising, transportation, and storage of agricultural raw materials and the crushing and further processing of oilseeds. The Carbohydrate Solutions segment is engaged in corn and wheat wet and dry milling and other activities, converting corn and wheat into products and ingredients used in the food and beverage industry. The Nutrition segment serves various end markets including food, beverages, nutritional supplements, and feed premix and additives for livestock, aquaculture, and pet food. ADM has a significant global presence and a comprehensive transportation capability to efficiently move products virtually anywhere in the world. The company's raw materials are sourced from thousands of growers, grain elevators, and wholesale merchants in North America, South America, Europe, Middle East, Asia, and Australia. ADM is committed to sustainability and has established policies and third-party certification programs to ensure responsible sourcing and environmental stewardship. The company's R&D efforts focus on creating science-based products, solutions, and technologies aligned with macro trends in food security, sustainable processes, health, and personalized nutrition. ADM's strategic plan includes a focus on traceability of sourcing, decarbonization efforts, and working with suppliers and customers to identify nature positive solutions. The company aims to mitigate climate change and protect biodiversity through renewable product and process innovations and a strategic approach to operational excellence. ADM's sustainability efforts are supported by functional expertise throughout the organization, including Operations and Utilities, Supply Chain and Procurement, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and Environmental Health and Safety.