To better understand the consumer, Cargill regularly conducts consumer pulse surveys to help gain insights into what impacts consumer decision-making. Check out these most recent survey results to gain an understanding of how Cargill ensures it is meeting consumer needs!
What does this part of the food value chain look like?
The end point of the value chain is when the products are ready for consumption. This can be anything from a new icing to an animal feed to a pharmaceutical.
What are examples?
Products that are safe and ready for consumption by consumers are the end goal of the food value chain. The following example is from the Guandy Candy Company showing how their business has produced candy for consumers for many years. Thrive Videos
Cargill is focusing on areas where its size and market presence can help make a significant impact. Cargill maintains initiatives to ensure sustainability through the following sustainability initiatives: By increasing productivity and market access, Cargill can ensure consumer access to food (food security). Ensuring that people have access to safe, nutritious and affordable food is crucial for today’s consumer. Another example of sustainability for consumers was recently explored when Cargill conducted a study to determine if consumers expect to keep protein on their shopping lists as part of a healthy and sustainable diet. Through this survey, Cargill found that consumers agree [...]
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