Cargill marks 30 years of investment, innovation and community impact in Vietnam
Milestone celebration included inauguration of its 125th Cargill Cares School
Cargill today celebrated its 30th anniversary in Vietnam, marking three decades of contribution to the country’s economy, food and agriculture sectors. Over this time, the company has invested over US$200 million across its core businesses and established a trusted partnership with Vietnam’s farmers, agribusinesses, and local communities. To commemorate the milestone, Cargill inaugurated its 125th Cargill Cares school in Gia Lai Province, reaffirming its long term commitment to Vietnam.
Since 1995, Cargill has played a proactive role in Vietnam’s agricultural transformation. With businesses spreading across Animal Nutrition & Health, Food, and Agriculture & Trading, Cargill today operates seven feed mills, a premix plant, a grain & oilseed warehouse, a product distribution center, and a swine nucleus farm, providing jobs for more than 1,100 employees nationwide.
Cargill’s Agriculture & Trading business has recently secured over 1.7 million metric tons of U.S. commodities through strategic MOUs, strengthening Vietnam’s access to global supply chains. By facilitating trade flows, introducing international best practices, and supporting farmers with world-class genetics, food safety, traceability and digital solutions, the company has been working relentlessly to reinforce Vietnam’s integration into the global agriculture system.
In recognition of its contribution to Vietnam’s agriculture and environment sector, the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment presented Cargill with a Certificate of Merit for outstanding performance in livestock and aqua feed at the 30th anniversary celebration, conferred by Deputy Minister Hoang Trung.

Mr. Nguyen Ba Luan received the Certificate of Merit from Deputy Minister Hoang Trung.
“Thirty years of Cargill in Vietnam is a story of partnership and purpose,” said Nguyen Ba Luan, Country Representative, Cargill Vietnam. “The 125th school embodies our belief that education is fundamental to growth and resilience of any society. Just as we invest in Vietnam’s agriculture sector development, we also invest for the future generations.”
Located in Ia Phi commune (former Chu Pah district), the new classroom building at Lang Yang Elementary School comprises five classrooms, a kitchen, restrooms, and a teachers’ office within a secure compound that ensures a safe and inspiring learning environment. Principal Nguyen Trong Cuong said: “The new facilities bring hope and opportunity to children in our community. They give them a better space to learn and reflect the commitment of responsible corporate citizens like Cargill who care about rural futures.”
A world-class portfolio of product, services and solutions, has helped Cargill become a trusted partner to Vietnam’s farmers and agribusinesses. Its feed, premix and micronutrition solutions improve productivity and healthy growth for animals, while agricultural trading operations ensure food security by supplying diversified, sustainability-certified commodities with seamless end-to-end supply chain services. In food, the company adds value through tailored solutions and innovation partnerships that make it easier for customers to do business. Cargill also conducts on-farm consultation and training workshops that share knowledge and best practices, impacting over 1.7 million Vietnamese farmers. This has earned Cargill recognition both nationally and internationally, including Vietstock’s Best FDI Compound Feed & Premix Company, Asia Top Brand Awards, and Vietnam’s top 10 prestigious feed brand in the past 5 years.
Investing in people as much as in customers and communities, is critical at Cargill. The company empowers local talent with purpose and opportunity, with a Put-People-First approach at workplace where careers are built and employees thrive. Today all the top leader positions of Cargill Vietnam are held by Vietnamese people, most of them promoted internally. Recognized consistently by HR Asia Magazine among Top Employers of Choice from 2021 to 2025, Cargill has also received awards for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Sustainable Workplace practices, and as one of Vietnam’s Most Caring Companies. Long-serving colleagues reflect on Cargill as a workplace where safety, inclusion, and professional growth are priorities. Initiatives such as the Zero Harm Week, Cargill Cares Council for volunteers and the Cargill Women’s Network underscore this commitment, while scholarships, internships, plant tours, and university partnerships prepare Vietnam’s future workforce for impactful careers in agriculture and beyond.
Community engagement has always been at the heart of Cargill’s presence in Vietnam. Beyond education, the company has contributed billions of Vietnamese Dong in disaster relief including the Covid-19 response, and community donations for Yagi typhoon relief, providing farmers with feed, livestock, and aid in the aftermath of floods and storms. Initiatives such as the She Thrives program in Dak Lak have also supported women and ethnic minority households in community empowerment and building sustainable livelihoods. These long-term commitments have earned Cargill recognition as one of Vietnam’s most responsible businesses, including being named among Nhip Cau Dau Tu’s TOP50 Corporate Sustainability Awards for four consecutive years (2022–2025).
Cargill marked its 30th anniversary with a commemorative ceremony and gala dinner in Ho Chi Minh City, honoring employees, community partners, and customers who have contributed to its journey and impact over the past three decades.
“The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment is committed to continuing to accompany Cargill and other FDI enterprises in their development and business operations in Vietnam,” said Deputy Minister Hoang Trung at the ceremony. “I believe that with Cargill’s global experience and the consistent policies of the Vietnamese Government, we can jointly build a green, smart, safe, and efficient livestock industry deeply integrated into global value chains. Cargill has been, is, and will continue to be a symbol of sustainable cooperation between Vietnam and the United States in agriculture, and a testament to the belief that FDI enterprises can harmoniously develop with community and environmental interests.”
“Vietnam has an incredible role to play in the global food supply chain, and Cargill will continue to make a positive impact on the industry and the country overall,” added Nguyen Ba Luan. “We are proud to stand alongside farmers, communities, and partners as the future unfolds. As a connector in the world’s food system, our commitment is not only to help customers succeed but also to ensure that Vietnam’s food and agriculture sectors grow stronger, safer, and more sustainable for generations to come.” Vietnam remains an important market for Cargill in Asia and the company is expanding its capabilities in line with customer needs and long-term priorities. With a focus on advanced nutrition, digital farm management, and value chain integration, Cargill also continues to invest in talent, and communities to build resilience and sustainable growth. Its commitment is underscored by the goal of completing 150 Cargill Cares schools by 2030, ensuring that business success continues to go hand in hand with positive social impact.

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