Ingredion (NYSE: INGR) reported major progress in its 2025 Sustainability Report, achieving 96.3% sustainable sourcing of tier 1 priority crops, up from 25% five years ago. These crops include corn, tapioca, potato, stevia and pulses.
The company follows verified industry standards covering environmental and social thresholds across the crop lifecycle. Other 2025 highlights include diverting 95% of operational waste from landfills, reaching zero waste to landfill at 16 plants, launching a stand-alone Human Rights Policy, growing an upcycled ingredients portfolio to 50+ certified products, and starting an end-to-end sustainable innovation program.
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Tier 1 priority crops sustainably sourced increased to 96.3% from 25% in five years
Diverted 95% of total operational waste from landfills in 2025
Achieved zero waste to landfill at 16 manufacturing facilities
Expanded upcycled ingredients portfolio to more than 50 Upcycled Certified products
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This announcement underscores substantial ESG progress, including 96.3% sustainable sourcing of tier...
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This announcement underscores substantial ESG progress, including 96.3% sustainable sourcing of tier 1 priority crops, diverting 95% of waste from landfills and achieving zero waste at 16 facilities, plus a portfolio of more than 50 Upcycled Certified products. It extends earlier sourcing and regenerative agriculture initiatives highlighted in prior news. Investors may track how these initiatives interact with financial results, capital allocation under the Form S-3ASR shelf, and progress toward 2030 sustainability goals.
Key Figures
Sustainable Tier 1 crops:96.3%Prior sustainable sourcing:25%Waste diverted:95%+3 more
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Sustainable Tier 1 crops96.3%Share of tier 1 priority crops sustainably sourced in 2025 report
Prior sustainable sourcing25%Tier 1 priority crops sustainably sourced five years ago
Waste diverted95%Total operational waste diverted from landfills in 2025
Zero-waste facilities16 facilitiesManufacturing sites achieving zero waste to landfills in 2025
Upcycled productsMore than 50 productsPortfolio verified as Upcycled Certified in 2025
2030 sustainability goals2030Target year for All Life strategy sustainability goals
Long-serving director retired and Siobhán Talbot joined the board on April 1, 2026.
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Recent Company History
Over the past few months, INGR has reported 1Q26 earnings with lower EPS and operating income, declared a quarterly dividend of $0.82 per share payable on July 21, 2026, and announced board refreshment with a long-tenured director retiring and Siobhán Talbot joining effective April 1, 2026. It also disclosed a three-year sustainability-focused partnership with CIBO, noting 97% Tier 1 crops responsibly sourced and a 2030 target of 100% for Tier 1 and 2. Today’s sustainability report further extends that ESG narrative.
"more than 96% of its tier 1 priority crops are now sustainably sourced."
A label used by governments, regulators, or funding bodies to identify a small set of crop types considered most important for food supply, economic stability, or technological development. For investors, designation as a “tier 1 priority” usually means those crops get first access to research funding, regulatory attention, trade support or emergency measures—think of them as being put to the front of the line—which can speed product approvals, reduce risk, and shape market demand.
upcycled ingredientstechnical
"Expanded our upcycled ingredients portfolio, one of the fastest-growing areas"
Upcycled ingredients are materials recovered from food, agricultural or manufacturing by-products that are cleaned, processed and turned into new, safe ingredients instead of being discarded. For investors, they signal cost savings, reduced waste and appeal to consumers who favor sustainable products—similar to turning leftover fabric into a fashionable bag—so companies that use or sell upcycled ingredients can gain market differentiation and potential margin or branding benefits.
upcycled certifiedtechnical
"to now include more than 50 products verified as Upcycled Certified."
A certification that verifies a product or ingredient was made by diverting discarded materials or by‑products and turning them into higher‑value items, rather than using new raw resources. For investors, the label signals a company’s commitment to resource efficiency and consumer demand for sustainable goods, which can reduce material costs, open new markets, and affect brand value and regulatory risk — much like a food label that guarantees organic farming practices.
regenerative agriculturetechnical
"from seed science to regenerative agriculture to plant-based packaging."
A set of farming practices designed to restore soil health, increase biodiversity, and reduce erosion and chemical inputs so land becomes more productive and resilient over time. For investors, regenerative agriculture matters because it can lower long-term input costs, improve crop yields and supply-chain stability, reduce environmental and regulatory risks, and enhance brand value—similar to investing in regular maintenance that prevents costly breakdowns later.
sustainability reporttechnical
"This achievement was published in Ingredion’s 2025 sustainability report"
A sustainability report is a document a company publishes that describes its environmental, social and governance practices, risks, and goals—essentially a report card on how the business impacts people and the planet. Investors use it to judge long-term risks and opportunities that don’t show up on the balance sheet, such as regulatory exposure, reputational damage or resource shortages; think of it like a building’s maintenance record that helps predict future repair costs and safety issues.
Company outlines progress in 2025 Sustainability Report, demonstrating measurable progress toward 2030 goals
WESTCHESTER, Ill., May 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ingredion Incorporated (NYSE: INGR), a leading provider of ingredient solutions, announced a new milestone, more than 96% of its tier 1 priority crops are now sustainably sourced.
“Five years ago, sustainable sourcing for corn, tapioca, potato, stevia and pulses measured just 25%,” said Larry Fernandes, senior vice president, chief commercial and sustainability officer. “This progress demonstrates that sustainability can scale quickly when it’s embedded into business decisions and operations, not treated as a separate initiative.”
Ingredion follows industry standards for sustainable sourcing that include verified measurement methods to ensure that the crops it buys meet specific environmental and social thresholds in how they were planted, grown, harvested and processed.
“Reaching over 96% sustainably sourced priority crops didn’t happen by setting distant goals; it’s a product of how we work across regions, disciplines and how we partner with growers, suppliers and customers every day,” said Fernandes.
This achievement was published in Ingredion’s 2025 sustainability report “The Power of Us.” The report outlines progress toward the Company’s 2030 sustainability goals under its “All Life” strategy and reinforces the Company’s purpose to bring the potential of people, nature and technology together to make life better.
Operational waste: Diverted 95% of total waste from landfills and achieved zero waste to landfills¹ at 16 manufacturing facilities
Human rights: Strengthened human rights governance by launching Ingredion’s first stand-alone Human Rights Policy and expanding the All Life Partners (ALP) Responsible Sourcing Program
New product launches: Expanded our upcycled ingredients portfolio, one of the fastest-growing areas in consumer sustainability, to now include more than 50 products verified as Upcycled Certified.
Sustainable innovation: Launched a new end-to-end sustainable innovation program in 2025 that embeds sustainability tools and measurement from seed science to regenerative agriculture to plant-based packaging.
Customer collaboration: Worked with our customers to reduce emissions, reformulate products and improve packaging, helping them deliver on their sustainability commitments without compromising cost, functionality or consumer experience.
The full 2025 Sustainability Report is available here.
About Ingredion
Ingredion Incorporated (NYSE: INGR), headquartered in the suburbs of Chicago, is a leading global ingredient solutions provider serving customers in more than 120 countries. With 2025 annual net sales of approximately $7.2 billion, the Company turns grains, fruits, vegetables, and other plant-based materials into value-added ingredient solutions for the food, beverage, animal nutrition, brewing and industrial markets. With Ingredion Idea Labs® innovation centers around the world and more than 11,000 employees, the company co-creates with customers and fulfills its purpose of bringing the potential of people, nature, and technology together to make life better. Visit ingredion.com for more information and the latest Company news.
CONTACT: Media: Rick Wion, 708-209-6323
_________________________ ¹ Ingredion defines Zero Waste as <0.5% of the plant’s solid waste going to landfill or waste incineration without energy recovery.
FAQ
What sustainability milestone did Ingredion (NYSE: INGR) announce on May 27, 2026?
Ingredion announced that 96.3% of its tier 1 priority crops are now sustainably sourced. According to Ingredion, this compares with 25% five years earlier and reflects embedding sustainability into everyday business decisions and supplier partnerships.
Which crops are included in Ingredion’s 96.3% sustainably sourced tier 1 priority crops?
Ingredion’s tier 1 priority crops include corn, tapioca, potato, stevia and pulses. According to Ingredion, 96.3% of these crops now meet verified environmental and social thresholds for how they are planted, grown, harvested and processed.
What waste reduction progress did Ingredion report in its 2025 Sustainability Report?
Ingredion reported diverting 95% of its total operational waste from landfills in 2025. According to Ingredion, the company also achieved zero waste to landfills at 16 manufacturing facilities, supporting its broader 2030 sustainability goals under the “All Life” strategy.
How many Upcycled Certified products does Ingredion now offer as of the 2025 report?
Ingredion now offers more than 50 ingredients verified as Upcycled Certified products. According to Ingredion, this expanded upcycled portfolio is one of the fastest-growing areas in consumer sustainability and forms part of its innovation and product development efforts.
What human rights initiatives did Ingredion highlight in its 2025 Sustainability Report?
Ingredion highlighted launching its first stand-alone Human Rights Policy and expanding the All Life Partners Responsible Sourcing Program. According to Ingredion, these steps strengthen human rights governance across its supply chain and align with its 2030 sustainability objectives.
How is Ingredion integrating sustainability into innovation and customer collaboration?
Ingredion launched an end-to-end sustainable innovation program embedding sustainability tools from seed science to packaging. According to Ingredion, it also works with customers to reduce emissions, reformulate products and improve packaging while maintaining cost, functionality and consumer experience.
