Archer Daniels Midland: Global Agribusiness and Controversies
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The provided text is an extensive Wikipedia article detailing the history, operations, products, and controversies of the Archer-Daniels-Midland Company (ADM), a major American food processing and commodities trading corporation. It covers ADM's origins in 1902 and its growth into a multinational company with segments in oilseeds, corn processing, and agricultural services. A significant portion of the article focuses on major corporate scandals throughout its history, including price-fixing violations, foreign corrupt practices, and ongoing inquiries into accounting practices. Additionally, the text addresses ADM’s environmental record, particularly its large carbon footprint and efforts in carbon capture and regenerative agriculture.