Cargill, Inc., commonly referred to as Cargill, is a leading player in the all other grain farming industry, with its headquarters situated in the United States. Established in 1865, the company has grown to become a significant force in global agricultural markets, operating across various regions worldwide. Its core business areas include grain trading, crop production, and related agricultural services, distinguished by a focus on sustainable practices and innovative supply chain solutions.
With a long history of industry milestones, Cargill has built a reputation for delivering high-quality grain products and services that meet the demands of global food systems. Its market position is reinforced by extensive operational networks and a commitment to food security, making it a notable leader in the agricultural sector.
+24 vs industry average
Cargill’s score of 28 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
All Other Grain Farming is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The All Other Grain Farming industry has reduced its overall emissions by 29% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Cargill's reported carbon emissions
Cargill, a US-based company operating in the "All Other Grain Farming" industry, has established significant climate commitments. The company is committed to reducing its absolute operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 10% by 2025, against a 2017 baseline. Furthermore, Cargill aims to reduce its Scope 3 GHG emissions by 30% by 2030, also against a 2017 baseline. These targets have been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
For the reporting year 2023, Cargill reported total Scope 1 and 2 emissions of approximately 10.14 billion kg CO2e (Scope 1: approximately 6.39 billion kg CO2e; Scope 2: approximately 3.75 billion kg CO2e using market-based reporting). Total Scope 3 emissions for 2023 were approximately 77.37 billion kg CO2e.
In 2022, total Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 10.71 billion kg CO2e (Scope 1: approximately 6.93 billion kg CO2e; Scope 2: approximately 3.78 billion kg CO2e using market-based reporting), with Scope 3 emissions amounting to approximately 76.69 billion kg CO2e.
For 2021, Cargill reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 7.29 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 4.19 billion kg CO2e (market-based). Scope 3 emissions for 2021 were approximately 72.58 billion kg CO2e.
In 2017, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 7.77 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 4.70 billion kg CO2e (
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Cargill’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
1 goal2030
30% reduction in scope 3 total
Expanded climate change commitments—reducing Scope 3 emissions 30% by 2030; all GHG targets approved by Science Based Targets initiative…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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Data year: 2024
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