The strategic pivot builds upon SWISCA’s core engineering expertise in flow-sheet design, plant analysis, and customized mill construction.
The initiative combines artificial intelligence, multiplex genome editing, precision breeding, and automated phenotyping to develop resilient corn traits that can withstand severe climate conditions while maximizing yield potential and input efficiency.
The company plans to invest around €500m (US$576.3m) across the sites in Belgium, the US and Thailand by 2030.
The specialized research hub is dedicated entirely to advanced flour analysis, application guidance, and the interpretation of crop variations.
The move firmly positions Belgium as the centrepiece of Cargill’s European food ingredient strategy