Adding value through efficiency, quality and reliable supply
Cargill’s expertise in fermentation helps customers create new and improved products and cut costs through improved processing efficiencies in a range of industries: food (hydrocolloids, sweeteners, cultures for dairy and meat and probiotic applications), acidulants (citric, itaconic, lactic acids), biopolymer and biofuel (ethanol).
We offer strong biotechnological expertise, extensive experience with a wide range of feedstocks and a proven record in implementing fermentation scale-ups. In addition to working with customers to develop new products and applications, our fermentation experts provide support in achieving improvements to attain desired productivity, ensure regulatory and food safety compliance and implement production efficiencies.
Ingredient Examples
Citric Acid
Cargill’s citric acid — available as a liquid or anhydrous product — is an odorless food additive with a tart, acidic taste.
EpiCor® Postbiotic
EpiCor® postbiotic is a one-of-a-kind ingredient that makes it easy for product developers to find ways to market their products.
EverSweet® Stevia Sweetener
Next-generation stevia sweetener delivers the same sweetness is found in the stevia leaf, while producing it more sustainably via fermentation.
Hydrocolloids
Pectin, carrageenan and xanthan gum can enhance texture and viscosity, prevent separation and stabilize flavors.