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Bunge Global

Bunge Limited is an American agribusiness and food company, incorporated in Bermuda, and headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, United States. Bunge operates in over 40 countries, with approximately 32,000 employees. The company is involved in the purchase, storage, transport, processing, and sale of agricultural commodities and commodity products.

History

Bunge was founded in 1818 by Johann Peter Gottlieb Bunge in Amsterdam, Netherlands. The company initially focused on trading grains and other agricultural products. In 1884, Bunge relocated its headquarters to Antwerp, Belgium, and later expanded to South America, establishing a significant presence in Argentina and Brazil.

In 1999, Bunge moved its headquarters to White Plains, New York, United States, and in 2001, it became a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol BG. In 2019, Bunge announced the relocation of its global headquarters to St. Louis, Missouri.

Operations

Bunge operates through five main business segments:

• Agribusiness: This segment involves the purchase, storage, transport, processing, and sale of agricultural commodities such as oilseeds and grains.
• Edible Oil Products: Bunge produces and sells edible oils and fats for the food processing industry, foodservice companies, and retail markets.
• Milling Products: This segment includes the production and sale of wheat flours, corn-based products, and rice milling.
• Sugar and Bioenergy: Bunge is involved in the production of sugar and ethanol, primarily in Brazil.
• Fertilizer: Bunge produces and sells fertilizers to farmers, primarily in South America.

Key People

• Gregory A. Heckman - CEO
• John W. Eaves - Chairman of the Board

Corporate Social Responsibility

Bunge is committed to sustainable development and has implemented various initiatives to promote environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and economic growth. The company focuses on reducing its carbon footprint, promoting sustainable agriculture, and supporting local communities.

See Also

• Agribusiness
• Food industry
• Commodity trading
• Sustainable agriculture

Related Pages

• Cargill
• Archer Daniels Midland
• Louis Dreyfus Company
• Agricultural marketing

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