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The future facility will be among the world\u2019s largest sunflower seed processing plants in terms of crushing capacity, and the market\u2019s most efficient in terms of energy usage, based on renewable biomass.<\/em> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bah\u00eda Blanca, Argentina<\/strong>, June 8, 2026 – Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC) announced today a strategic investment in the construction of a new plant to process sunflower seeds and soybeans at the site of its existing facility in Bah\u00eda Blanca, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina, for integration with its storage, logistics and deep-water port infrastructure at the site.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This investment will expand LDC\u2019s industrial network in the country, reinforcing oilseed processing capabilities in one of Argentina\u2019s most prominent sunflower production regions, to address growing global demand for vegetable oils across food and biofuels applications.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis investment reflects Argentina\u2019s role as a strategic market for LDC, combining a strong agricultural production base with industrial, logistics and export capabilities to connect local production with global markets,\u201d said Michael Gelchie, LDC\u2019s Group CEO. \u201cRepresenting one of the company\u2019s largest investments in Argentina over the past decade, and its first greenfield development in that time, the expansion of our capabilities in Bah\u00eda Blanca reflects our long-term commitment to supporting the country\u2019s agro-industrial development, including through investments that strengthen export competitiveness in Argentina and the region.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Upon completion, the new facility is expected to reach a daily crushing capacity up to 4,000 tons of sunflower seeds or soybeans, contributing to year-round operational optimization, greater flexibility to process multiple crops and increased connectivity with international markets for regional growers. Construction is expected to begin by year-end.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWith this new development in Argentina, expanding our oilseeds processing capacity, we underline our long-term commitment to a region that is crucial to the growth of our global sunflower business,\u201d said Juan Jos\u00e9 Blanchard, LDC\u2019s Group COO and Head of Latin America. \u201cExpected to be one of the largest sunflower crushing plants globally, it reflects LDC\u2019s commitment to continued investment in efficient, integrated and reliable industrial capabilities, strengthening our role as a trusted partner to both growers and downstream customers.\u201d   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The investment includes the installation of equipment specifically designed for efficient oilseeds processing, including preparation systems for cleaning, dehulling, conditioning and flaking, as well as high-capacity presses and high-efficiency solvent extraction technology. The plant will also benefit from an integrated area for seed reception and loading of processing by-products (meals, pellets and oils), as well as enclosed product conveyor systems designed for continuous operation and enhanced emissions control.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The future plant will also benefit from advanced automation and integrated material handling systems, as well as highly efficient thermal energy infrastructure based fully on renewable biomass (sunflower husks), with a goal to optimize energy usage and reduce operational carbon emissions.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This investment further reinforces LDC\u2019s presence in the global sunflower market, complementing its new high-oil-content seeds crushing line in Timb\u00faes<\/a>, Santa Fe Province, as well as its recently-acquired multiseed crushing and refining plant in Fokt\u0151, Hungary<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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About Louis Dreyfus Company<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods, founded in 1851. We leverage our global reach and extensive asset network to serve our customers and consumers around the world, delivering the right products to the right location, at the right time – safely, reliably and responsibly. Our activities span the entire value chain, from farm to fork, across a broad range of business lines (platforms): Coffee, Cotton, Food & Feed Solutions, Freight, Global Markets, Grains & Oilseeds, Juice, Rice and Sugar. We help feed and clothe some 500 million people every year by originating, processing and transporting approximately 100 million tons of products. Louis Dreyfus Company is active in over 100 countries across six geographical regions, and employs more than 20,000 people globally. <\/em> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more information, visit\u00a0<\/em>www.ldc.com<\/em><\/a>\u00a0and follow us on social media<\/em>\u00a0on\u00a0LinkedIn<\/a>,\u00a0X<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Facebook<\/a>.<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Media Contact<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For further information, please contact: Luis Leyro<\/em> <\/em>| +54 9 11 4490 1669 | <\/em> <\/em>lleyro@nuevacom.com.ar<\/em><\/a> or <\/em>media@ldc.com<\/em><\/a><\/em> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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