Cargill Named a 2016 Finalist for U.S. Chamber Foundation Corporate Citizenship Award

MINNEAPOLIS, Sept. 13, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation named Cargill a finalist in the 2016 Corporate Citizenship Awards, in the category of Best Corporate Steward, Large Business.

"We know the future of global food and agriculture requires bold new solutions," said Cargill's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, David MacLennan. "At Cargill, being a good corporate citizen advances our efforts to nourish the world and protect the planet. Through our giving and the work we do every day, we are helping customers and communities thrive."

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Awards honor excellence in corporate citizenship in eight categories spanning social, environmental and economic stewardship. Over the past 17 years, some of the most accomplished social and community initiatives within the business sector have been recognized through the Corporate Citizenship Awards. In 2010, Cargill received the International Community Service Award from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation for partnering with thousands of farmers in the Ivory Coast to provide training and increase incomes.

"Cargill's commitment to food security and sustainability runs throughout the entire organization," said Marc DeCourcey, senior vice president of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation. "The company is improving the lives of millions of farmers and helping create a more food-secure world."

Cargill's aim is to be the most trusted source of sustainable products and services across the agricultural, food, industrial and financial markets it serves. Together with farmers, customers, governments and communities, its 150,000 employees in 70 countries help people thrive by applying global insights in food and agriculture.

The winners of the 2016 Citizens Awards will be announced on November 17 at a ceremony in Washington, D.C. Learn more about the awards program here.

About Cargill
Cargill provides food, agriculture, financial and industrial products and services to the world. Together with farmers, customers, governments and communities, we help people thrive by applying our insights and 150 years of experience. We have 150,000 employees in 70 countries who are committed to feeding the world in a responsible way, reducing environmental impact and improving the communities where we live and work. For more information, visit Cargill.com and our News Center.

About the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation is dedicated to strengthening America's long-term competitiveness. We educate the public on the conditions necessary for business and communities to thrive, how business positively impacts communities, and emerging issues and creative solutions that will shape the future.

About the U.S. Chamber of Commerce
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the world's largest business federation representing the interests of more than 3 million businesses of all sizes, sectors, and regions, as well as state and local chambers and industry associations.

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