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ADM has been recognized by Computerworld as a 2023 Best Places to Work in IT, highlighting its commitment to providing excellent benefits and career development opportunities for IT staff. The award is based on a thorough survey assessing various workplace categories, vetted by industry experts. Chief Information Officer Kristy Folkwein stated that the award reflects ADM's focus on a rewarding workplace culture. This recognition aligns with trends in the industry emphasizing diversity and evolving workplace models, ultimately benefiting ADM's overall business environment.

ADM, in partnership with Keurig Dr Pepper, PepsiCo, and Practical Farmers of Iowa, has received the 2022 Collaboration of the Year Award from Field to Market for their project supporting Nebraska farmers. This initiative, initiated in 2021, aimed to enhance resiliency through cover cropping. The project exceeded its goal by planting over 15,000 acres of cover crops, which improve soil health and prevent erosion. ADM is committed to sustainability and reducing Scope 3 emissions through active collaboration with growers and partners.

ADM’s Board of Directors has announced a cash dividend of 40.0 cents per share, payable on December 7, 2022, to shareholders of record on November 16, 2022. This marks ADM's 364th consecutive quarterly payment, showcasing a remarkable record of 91 years of uninterrupted dividends. As of September 30, 2022, ADM had 549,334,177 shares of common stock outstanding.

ADM (NYSE:ADM) recently released its third annual outlook on global consumer trends that will influence the food, beverage, and animal nutrition sectors. Highlighting eight key areas, the report emphasizes the convergence of health, sustainability, and food security, driving demand for innovation. Key trends include a significant rise in flexitarian diets, a focus on balanced wellness, personalized nutrition, and consumer demand for transparency and ethical practices. As companies adapt to these evolving preferences, ADM aims to lead in meeting these consumer expectations.

ADM reported strong Q3 2022 results, with net earnings approximating $1 billion and an adjusted EPS of $1.86, up from $0.97 in Q3 2021. The company achieved a segment operating profit of $1.56 billion, boosted by robust demand in Ag Services and Oilseeds, improving margins in Carbohydrate Solutions, and a 10% revenue growth in Nutrition. Despite challenges such as lower ethanol margins and fulfillment issues, ADM forecasts strong performance heading into 2023, backed by productivity initiatives and capital returns to shareholders.