At Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC), we are a leading global merchant and processor of agricultural goods, leveraging our extensive reach and asset network to serve customers worldwide. Founded in 1851, our activities span the entire value chain from farm to fork across a diversified range of business lines. We are organized as a matrix of 6 geographical regions and 10 platforms, active in more than 100 countries with approximately 18,000 employees. Our team works together to originate, process, and transport around 81 million tons of products annually, helping to feed and clothe about 500 million people every day.
We are driven by a set of shared values and high ethical standards, with diversity and inclusion being part of our DNA. Our culture embraces people of all backgrounds, fostering an environment where everyone can thrive. We believe in creating fair and sustainable value for the benefit of current and future generations. Sustainability sits at the heart of our purpose, guiding our decisions and actions as we work toward a safe and sustainable future of food. Our commitment to ethical business practices, humility, and collaboration defines how we work together across continents and functions.