Business Lines

Grains & Oilseeds

Global Highlights

LDC is a key player in grains and oilseeds, with a strong international presence in the world’s major producing and consuming regions. We originate, transform and merchandize a wide variety of grains and oilseeds products.

Global

LDC’s global reputation in grains and oilseeds dates back to the 19th century

Top 5

We are among the world’s top 5 merchandizers of wheat and corn, and are involved in approximately 11% of global oilseed flows

40 Major Markets

Relying on our ever-growing network, we deliver grains to all key destination markets, and oilseeds to over 40 major markets around the world

119 Assets

We operate strategic assets at key points of the value chain, including 20 transport, 23 processing and 76 storage facilities

Our Grains & Oilseeds Value Chain

Each of our business lines is integrating further across the five steps of our value chain, as we respond to the need for a traceable and responsible supply line from farmer to consumer

01Originate & Produce

We share our expertise with farmers and producers worldwide, ourselves or with business partners and expert organizations, as part of our commitment to responsible, sustainable and traceable supply chains

02Process & Refine

Once bought or harvested, we bring crops to our assets for the next stage in their journey. These are ethically and sustainably processed and refined, coming one step closer to the consumer.

03Store & Transport

Our strategically located network of silos, warehouses, transloading facilities and ports allows us facilitate access to market for local farmers around the globe and enable us to control costs and mitigate risk throughout the product journey

04Research & Merchandize

Our depth of marketing and merchandizing experience is our greatest strength. All our platforms and regions rely on our market knowledge to ensure responsive supply.

05Customize & Distribute

We supply products to a wide range of customers, from large multinationals to local manufacturers and retailers

01Originate & Produce

02Process & Refine

Once bought or harvested, we bring crops to our assets for the next stage in their journey. These are ethically and sustainably processed and refined, coming one step closer to the consumer.

03Store & Transport

04Research & Merchandize

Our depth of marketing and merchandizing experience is our greatest strength. All our platforms and regions rely on our market knowledge to ensure responsive supply.

05Customize & Distribute

We supply products to a wide range of customers, from large multinationals to local manufacturers and retailers

Our Strengths in Ukraine

LDC has become one of Ukraine’s top three grains and oilseeds exporters, specializing in wheat, barley, maize, sunflower and soybeans.

Over time, we have expanded our presence in the country, developing a network that has grown to include silos, railway infrastructure, an export terminal and several offices in southern Ukraine.

As a leader in grains and oilseeds exports in the Black Sea region, and with a well-established logistics network, we aim to secure flows and maximize efficiency as we transport local goods from farms to ports.

Our talented teams strive to build sustainable relationships with local farmers and industry, as key partners in LDC’s origination activities in the country, while leveraging best-in-class market research capabilities, unparalleled risk management and a fast-growing network of processing assets and logistics terminals to deliver high quality products to customers around the world.

Committed to Sustainability

In addition to our strong merchandizing capabilities, growing product portfolio and reputation for reliability and integrity, our leading position in grains and oilseeds is also connected with our commitment to responsible sourcing, traceable supply chains and sustainable business practices globally.

Increasing traceability in our palm and soy operations is also central to our sustainability efforts, to encourage responsible land use and non-conversion of native vegetation for soy and palm cultivation.

Sustainable Palm Oil Sustainable Soy