# ADM (Archer Daniels Midland) > ADM is a global leader in human and animal nutrition, > unlocking the power of nature to enrich the quality of life. ## About ADM (Archer Daniels Midland Company) is one of the world's largest agricultural processors and food ingredient providers, founded in 1902 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. The company operates across the full agricultural value chain - from sourcing and processing raw commodities to delivering finished ingredients and nutrition solutions to customers in over 200 countries and territories. ADM employs approximately 40,000 people globally and operates more than 320 processing plants and 500 procurement facilities worldwide. The company is publicly traded on the NYSE under the ticker symbol ADM and is a component of the S&P 500. ADM's business is organized into three primary segments: Ag Services & Oilseeds, Carbohydrate Solutions, and Nutrition. Its customers include food and beverage manufacturers, feed producers, pharmaceutical companies, and industrial product makers. ## Products and Services ### Human Nutrition Ingredients and formulated solutions for food and beverage manufacturers, covering a wide range of product categories including: - Acidulants - Alternative & plant-based proteins (soy, pea, wheat) - Beans, pulses & seeds - Botanicals & herbal extracts - Natural and synthetic colors - Edible and specialty oils - Flavors and flavor systems - Flours & grains - Food bases & marinades - Microbiome solutions (probiotics, prebiotics, postbiotics) - Peanuts & peanut products - Specialty health solutions (omega-3s, vitamins, minerals) - Starches - Sweeteners (HFCS, dextrose, polyols, stevia) - Texturants (hydrocolloids, fibers, emulsifiers) - Formulated systems (complete ingredient systems by application) Human Nutrition serves categories including: bakery, beverages, confectionery, dairy & dairy alternatives, convenience foods, health & wellness, infant nutrition, meat & meat alternatives, and snacks. ### Animal Nutrition Complete feed ingredients, premixes, and nutrition solutions for livestock, poultry, and aquaculture producers. Includes amino acids, vitamins, minerals, enzymes, and specialty additives. Delivered through ADM's global network of premix and blending facilities. ### Pet Nutrition Ingredient solutions for pet food manufacturers, including proteins, fats, fibers, and functional ingredients for companion animal health and wellness. ### Industrial Biosolutions Biobased products and industrial solutions derived from agricultural feedstocks, including starches, ethanol, and fermentation-derived specialty chemicals used in industries such as packaging, adhesives, and personal care. ### Ag Services & Oilseeds Global origination, merchandising, transportation, and processing of oilseeds (soy, canola, sunflower, cottonseed) and agricultural commodities. Includes crushing and refining operations that produce vegetable oils and protein meals. ### Carbohydrate Solutions Corn wet and dry milling operations producing sweeteners, starches, ethanol, and other corn-derived products for food, beverage, and industrial customers. ### Global Trade Grain and oilseed trading, transportation logistics, and risk management services, leveraging ADM's global network of port terminals, rail, truck, and barge infrastructure. ## Sustainability ADM's sustainability strategy is built around four pillars: - **Climate**: Reducing Scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas emissions; targeting a 25% reduction in absolute GHG emissions by 2035. - **Biodiversity & No Deforestation**: Responsible sourcing commitments to eliminate deforestation and conversion from supply chains for priority commodities including soy, palm, and wheat. - **Regenerative Agriculture**: Supporting farmers in transitioning to regenerative practices through the Strive 35 program and other initiatives. - **Human Rights**: Commitment to ethical labor practices throughout the supply chain, with policies aligned to the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights. ADM publishes an annual Corporate Sustainability Report and reports in alignment with GRI, SASB, TCFD, and CDP frameworks. ## Insights & Innovation ADM provides thought leadership, consumer trend research, and co-innovation services to help customers develop and differentiate their products. - **Consumer Trends**: Annual OutsideVoice℠ research program tracking global consumer attitudes toward food, health, and sustainability. - **Innovation Services**: Application labs, pilot plants, and formulation expertise across global innovation centers in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. - **Regulatory & Scientific Support**: Technical and regulatory expertise to help customers navigate ingredient approvals and labeling requirements across global markets. ## Audience ADM's website serves a multi-stakeholder B2B audience including: - Food & beverage manufacturers (R&D, procurement, marketing) - Feed and pet food producers - Industrial product manufacturers - Investors and financial analysts - Regulatory bodies and NGOs - Current and prospective employees - Media and industry analysts ## Legal & Compliance ADM maintains regional privacy notices, terms of use, and compliance documentation for all major jurisdictions in which it operates, including region-specific candidate privacy notices for APAC, EMEA, LATAM, North America, and global applicants. ## Key Pages - [About ADM](https://www.adm.com/en-us/about-adm/) - [Leadership](https://www.adm.com/en-us/about-adm/our-company/leadership/) - [History](https://www.adm.com/en-us/about-adm/our-company/history/) - [Products and Services](https://www.adm.com/en-us/products-services/) - [Human Nutrition](https://www.adm.com/en-us/products-services/human-nutrition/) - [Animal Nutrition](https://www.adm.com/en-us/products-services/animal-nutrition/) - [Pet Nutrition](https://www.adm.com/en-us/products-services/pet-nutrition/) - [Industrial Biosolutions](https://www.adm.com/en-us/products-services/industrial-biosolutions/) - [Sustainability](https://www.adm.com/en-us/sustainability/) - [Climate](https://www.adm.com/en-us/sustainability/climate/) - [Biodiversity](https://www.adm.com/en-us/sustainability/no-deforestation-no-conversion/) - [Regenerative Agriculture](https://www.adm.com/en-us/sustainability/regenerative-agriculture/) - [Human Rights](https://www.adm.com/en-us/sustainability/human-rights/) - [Sustainability Reports](https://www.adm.com/en-us/sustainability/sustainability-reports/) - [News](https://www.adm.com/en-us/news/) - [Awards & Recognition](https://www.adm.com/en-us/about-adm/our-company/awards-recognition/) - [Global Sourcing](https://www.adm.com/en-us/about-adm/global-sourcing/) - [Procurement](https://www.adm.com/en-us/procurement/) - [Investors](https://investors.adm.com/) - [Careers](https://www.adm.com/en-us/careers/) - [Contact](https://www.adm.com/en-us/contact-us/) ## Insights - [Consumer Trends](https://www.adm.com/en-us/insights-and-innovation/consumer-trends/) - [Innovation Services](https://www.adm.com/en-us/insights-and-innovation/innovation-services/) ## Languages & Regions ADM's website is available in multiple languages and regional versions including: - English (United States): adm.com/en-us/ - French (Canada): adm.com/fr-ca/ - Chinese Simplified (China): adm.com/zh-Hans-CN/