Title: Food industry - New World Encyclopedia
Headings: Food industry
Food industry
Overview
Industry size
Agriculture
Food processing
Wholesale and distribution
Retail
Food industry technologies
Marketing
Regulation
Labor and education
Research and development
Criticisms
Prominent food companies
See also
Notes
References
External links
Credits

Content: For example, the excessive use of fertilizers and pesticides adversely affect the environment and human health. Likewise, a number of food additives in processed foods may be harmful to health. Prominent food companies
The Food World is the biggest directory for food, beverage and agriculture industries, worldwide. DuPont and Monsanto are the leading producers of pesticide, seeds, and other farming products. Both Archer Daniels Midland and Cargill process grain into animal feed and a diverse group of products. ADM also provides agricultural storage and transportation services, while Cargill operates a finance wing. Bunge is a global soybean exporter and is also involved in food processing, grain trading, and fertilizer. Dole Food Company is the world's largest fruit company. Chiquita Brands International, another U.S. based fruit company, is the leading distributor of bananas in the United States. Sunkist Growers, Incorporated is a U.S. based grower’s cooperative.