Ingredion Inc. Announces Breakthrough in Sustainable Sourcing

Ingredion Incorporated, a leading producer of corn‑based sweeteners and starches, today announced that 96.3 % of its tier‑1 priority crops are now sustainably sourced. The company’s sustainability report for 2025, titled The Power of Us, details the progress and underscores Ingredion’s commitment to its “All Life” strategy, which aims to align people, nature, and technology for a better future.

From 25 % to 96 % in Five Years

Senior Vice President and Chief Commercial & Sustainability Officer Larry Fernandes highlighted the scale of the achievement:

“Five years ago, sustainable sourcing for corn, tapioca, potato, stevia and pulses measured just 25 %. This progress demonstrates that sustainability can scale quickly when it’s embedded into business decisions and operations, not treated as a separate initiative.”

The company has adopted industry‑standard verification methods to ensure that each crop—whether it is corn, tapioca, potato, stevia or pulses—meets stringent environmental and social thresholds across planting, growing, harvesting, and processing. The milestone was announced on the same day the company released its 2025 sustainability report.

Key Sustainability Highlights

  • Operational Waste – Ingredion diverted 95 % of total waste from landfills and achieved zero waste to landfills at 16 manufacturing facilities.
  • Human Rights – The launch of the company’s first stand‑alone Human Rights Policy and the expansion of the All Life Partners (ALP) Responsible Supply Chain initiative reinforce its human rights governance framework.

These initiatives are part of Ingredion’s broader goal to reach 100 % sustainable sourcing of its priority crops by 2030.

Market Context

Ingredion’s commitment to sustainability comes amid growing investor interest in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) metrics. As of May 25, 2026, the company’s shares were trading at $103.30, with a 52‑week high of $140.47 and a low of $98.29. Its market capitalization stands at $6.46 billion, and the price‑to‑earnings ratio is 9.82, reflecting a valuation that balances growth prospects with the company’s disciplined operational focus.

Looking Ahead

With 96 % of its tier‑1 crops already sourced sustainably, Ingredion is positioned to accelerate further progress toward its 2030 goals. The company’s strategy involves deepening partnerships with growers, suppliers, and customers to embed sustainability into every layer of its supply chain. This integrated approach not only strengthens Ingredion’s ESG profile but also enhances resilience, reduces risk, and creates long‑term value for stakeholders.

As the food and beverage industry faces increasing scrutiny over sourcing practices, Ingredion’s achievement serves as a benchmark for peers seeking to demonstrate tangible progress in responsible agriculture.