How Cargill uses digital tools to improve animal health, productivity

Guillaume Smeets, Cargill Animal Nutrition and Health’s senior vice president, strategic marketing and technology, explains how artificial intelligence contributes to the growth of the company’s feed and additives portfolio.

December 10, 2025

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Animal feed and additives, combined with digital tools and expertise, are credited for Cargill’s continued growth and success, according to Guillaume Smeets, Cargill Animal Nutrition and Health’s senior vice president, strategic marketing and technology.

Guillaume Smeets, Cargill Animal Nutrition and Health’s senior vice president, strategic marketing and technologyCourtesy Cargill

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