Top 10: Food Manufacturers

Food manufacturers play a vital role in all of our lives. 

They provide accessible and affordable food products that meet a diversity of tastes and health requirements, fuelling our lifestyles.

The iconography and flavour of global food brands are iconic, marking childhood and adulthood memories alike. 

Today we celebrate the manufacturers that provide the diverse food and beverage options we see on supermarket shelves, highlighting their diverse product offerings and commitments to sustainability and innovation. 

Without any further ado, here's our top ten.

10. Archer Daniels Midland (ADM)

Revenue: US$102bn 

Employees: 42,000

Founded: 1902

CEO: Juan Luciano 

Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) is a global food manufacturer, known for providing essential ingredients, solutions and supplements across the food supply chain.

They are a leader in agricultural processing, converting oilseeds, wheat, cocoa and corn into animal feed, industrial, energy and food products.

ADM is best known for producing ingredients like soy protein, vegetable oils and corn syrup and has recently released a range of new plant-based products, pictured above.

9. JBS S.A.

Revenue: US$70bn

Employees: 250,000

Founded: 1953

CEO: Gilberto Tomazoni 

JBS S.A. is a world leader in meat processing, playing a critical role in the global food supply chain. 

The company is renowned for its beef, chicken and pork products, in addition to its involvement in leather production. 

Some of the most prominent brands from JBS S.A are Pilgrim's Pride, Seara and Swift. 

8. Danone

Revenue: US$30bn

Employees: 100,000

Founded: 1919

CEO: Antoine de Saint-Affrique

Danone is a food manufacturer renowned for its bottled water, plant-based alternatives and dairy products. 

Known for its global commitments to sustainability and nutrition, Danone has extensively pursued digital transformation and innovation to deliver superior products. 

Danone is best known for brands such as Evian, Silk and Activia.

7. Mondelez International 

Revenue: US$31bn

Employees: 80,000

Founded: 2012

CEO: Dirk Van de Put 

Mondelez is one of the biggest global food manufacturers and an established leader in the snack food industry. 

Their flagship brands include Oreo, Cadbury, Trident and Toblerone, which are beloved worldwide. 

Mondolez is committed to providing premium chocolate, biscuits, candy, gum and powdered beverages.

6. Unilever

Revenue: US$63bn

Employees: 127,000

Founded: 1929

CEO: Hein Schumacher

Unilever is one of the biggest manufacturers in the world.

In addition to its diversified product portfolio of health and domestic products, Unilever manufacturers food and beverages. 

The company is known for its ice cream, condiments and tea, producing some of the most iconic global brands like Ben & Jerry's, Lipton and Hellmann's.

5. Tyson Foods 

Revenue: $54bn

Employees: 142,000

Founded: 1935

CEO: Donnie King 

Tyson Foods is a global meat processor, with a prominent role in the global meat supply chain. 

The company supplies extensive poultry, beef and pork products to global food markets.

Tyson Foods is best known for brands like Ball Park, Hillshire Farm, Jimmy Dean and it's signature name-brad Tyson.

4. Coca-Cola

Revenue: US$45bn 

Employees: 82,500

Founded: 1886

CEO: James Quincey

Coca-Cola is a global leader in the beverage industry, responsible for some of the world's most recognisable brands. 

With a comprehensive product portfolio of soft drinks, teas, juices and energy drinks, you'll find Coca-cola products in almost every supermarket in the world.

Some of the brand's standout products include Coca-Cola, Fanta, Sprite and Minute Maid.

3. Anheuser-Busch InBev

Revenue: US$54 bn

Employees: 167,000

Founded: 2008

CEO: Michel Doukeris

With origins dating back to 1366, Anheuser-Busch InBev is a global brewing giant that produces some of the most famous global beer brands.

These brands include Budweiser, Corona and Stella Artois.

The manufacturer has a significant global influence on the beverage market, and is continually seeking new ways to enhance the quality and choice of its product portfolio.

2. PepsiCo

Revenue: US$86 bn

Employees: 315,000

Founded: 1965

CEO: Ramon Laguarta

PepsiCo is one of the world's biggest manufacturers and an influential player in the global food and beverage industry.

It's extensive range of products span snacks, beverages and nutrition products, operating in virtually every food market.

PepsiCo's best known brands include Pepsi, Lay's, Gatorade and Quaker.

1. Nestlé

Revenue: US$100 bn

Employees: 275,000

Founded: 1867

CEO: Mark Schneider

Nestlé is a multinational conglomerate and the biggest food and beverage company in the world.

With a broad portfolio that covers almost every food and beverage market, the company has expressed enduring commitments to health, wellness and nutrition.

Some of the most iconic Nestlé brands include Kitkat, Maggi, Purina, Gerber and the company's name brand Nestlé.

These companies not only dominate their respective markets but also influence global food production and consumer trends through innovation, sustainability efforts, and brand management.

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