CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ADM (NYSE: ADM) announced today that it has acquired Yerbalatina Phytoactives, a pioneering natural plant-based extracts and ingredients manufacturer.

ADM is a global leader in nutrition, and we are proud to be at the cutting edge of many of todays trends, including those toward fortified foods, beverages and supplements that enhance health and come from natural sources. Today, were adding to our ability to meet those important needs for our customers, said Vikram Luthar, president of ADMs Health & Wellness business. Yerbalatinas wide array of natural botanical extracts including organic-certified ingredients combined with their R&D capabilities and market expertise, are exciting additions to our pantry as we continue to build our leadership position in science-based microbiome solutions for human and animal health.

Based in Brazil, Yerbalatina uses proprietary cool-drying technology to transform fruits, vegetables and other plants such as acerola, acai, guarana and green coffee into a wide variety of extracts and ingredients for customers in the food, beverage and health industries. Its range of more than 100 botanical products and solutions includes functional nutrition and health ingredients; organic food colorings; organic powdered fruits; organic vegetable milks; and organic nutritional extracts.

More and more consumers are turning to foods and supplements to help enhance health and wellness, and we are continuing to build a leadership position in that important market segment, said Vince Macciocchi, president of ADMs Nutrition business. The global retail market for foods, beverages and supplements that support health & wellness is estimated at $750 billion, and growing. From prebiotics and probiotics to enzymes, botanical extracts, and nutritional oils, the breadth and depth of our expertise and our portfolio ensure that our customers have everything they need to lead in this space. The addition of Yerbalatina represents yet another tool in our portfolio as we continue to unlock the power of nature to enrich the quality of life.

This acquisition expands ADMs already significant business in Brazil. The company operates an extensive human and animal nutrition business, including an alternative protein production complex in Campo Grande; beverage extracts, bases and compounds production in Manaus and Uberlndia; and 13 animal nutrition facilities. In addition, ADM processes oilseeds at eight locations across Brazil, producing meal and renewable biodiesel, as well as a significant portfolio of consumer oils under the Concordia, Corcovado, ABC and Vitaliv brands. ADM has more than 6,000 employees in Brazil.

Timeline of Recent ADM Health & Wellness Growth Investments

2017

Acquisition of Biopolis, a leading European innovator in probiotics and other health-promoting microbial technologies.

Collaboration with Mayo Clinic to investigate microbial solutions to improve health and wellness.

2018

Acquisition of Protexin, an innovative leader in natural healthcare and probiotic supplements for human, pet and production-animal use

Joint development agreement with Vland Biotech to develop and commercialize animal health enzymes

New enzyme lab in Davis, California.

2020

Acquisition of Yerbalatina Phytoactives

Forward-Looking Statements

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About ADM Nutrition

ADM is a world-leading nutrition company with the widest range of specialty ingredients, blends, systems and experience. We move customers from concept to launch faster with sustainable, differentiated products that address their evolving needs. ADM helps our customers create consumer-preferred nutritional solutions through our on-trend and customizable portfolio of natural flavors and colors; an unmatched range of plant-based proteins; industry-leading, science-backed bioactives; as well as specialty ingredients such as hydrocolloids, lecithin, Omega-3 solutions, probiotics, polyols, texturants, soluble fibers and much more. Our talented team also provides consumer insights and intelligence; sensory expertise; culinary creativity; and full product-development services.

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. Were a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the worlds premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at http://www.adm.com.

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