Cargill recognised for food safety excellence at CII awards

Cargill has been recognised for its commitment to food safety at the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Food Safety Awards 2024. The awards, held in New Delhi, acknowledged Cargill’s performance in the ‘Large Manufacturing Food Businesses – Fats & Oils’ category. The company’s Kurkumbh plant in Maharashtra received the Outstanding Performance in Food Safety award, while its Kandla plant in Gujarat was honoured with the Strong Commitment in Food Safety award.

Simon George, managing director of Cargill Food South Asia, commented, “This recognition is a reflection of our team’s unwavering commitment to food safety and quality. At Cargill, we prioritise world-class practices to ensure that our products not only meet but exceed global food safety standards.” He added, “The Kurkumbh and Kandla plants are a prime example of our efforts in automation, testing, and training, which work together to provide safe, high-quality food to our consumers.”

Sunil Nair, B2B go-to-market and R&D leader at Cargill said, “We are proud to be recognised for our dedication to food safety excellence. The award highlights our rigorous standards—exemplified by the success of our Kurkumbh and Kandla plants—and reinforces our role as a trusted partner in delivering safe, high-quality food solutions to our customers across India.”

Cargill’s ongoing focus on food safety includes advanced infrastructure, in-house testing facilities, and automated packaging lines at its plants. The company has been a leader in food safety in India for over 35 years, ensuring compliance with both Indian and international standards.