Cargill Statement – Update on Sorbitol Situation in Italy

COBHAM, England, March 30, 2012 /PRNewswire/ –

Following stories in today’s media, Cargill wishes to clarify that the Italian
Ministry of Health declared on 28 March 2012 that it was not sorbitol powder but sodium
nitrite which caused the unexpected death in Puglia, South Italy on the 24th March 2012.

Cargill does not produce or use sodium nitrite at its starches and sweeteners plants.

The Italian authorities are now investigating how the sodium nitrite entered the rest
of the supply chain.

Notes for editors:

Cargill

Cargill is an international producer and marketer of food, agricultural, financial and
industrial products and services. Founded in 1865, the privately held company employs
142,000 people in 66 countries. Cargill helps customers succeed through collaboration and
innovation, and is committed to sharing its global knowledge and experience to help meet
economic, environmental and social challenges wherever it does business.

For more information, visit http://www.cargill.com

Contact – Wendy Garbutt – +44-1932-861174

SOURCE Cargill