SPARKS, Md., March 8, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- McCormick
& Company, Incorporated (NYSE: MKC), a global leader in flavor,
announced the expansion of its partnership with the National
Cooperative Business Association, CLUSA International (NCBA
CLUSA). The two organizations signed a Memorandum of
Understanding to bring farmer resiliency and livelihood programs to
several new countries including India, Brazil, Sri
Lanka and Vietnam among
others. McCormick and NCBA CLUSA have a 30-year relationship
which expands processing and export capabilities of local farmers
in Indonesia and East
Timor.
"The expansion of our work and long-standing relationship with
NCBA CLUSA is a testament to our success in Southeast Asia, and highlights McCormick's
commitment to Purpose-Led Performance which guides our efforts to
support smallholder farmers in countries where we source," said
Michael Okoroafor, Vice President of
Global Sustainability and Packaging Innovation for McCormick.
McCormick and NCBA CLUSA will focus on goals that include
increased productivity, technology adoption and linking farmers to
markets, as well as improved health and nutrition, especially for
women and children.
NCBA CLUSA is the largest and oldest U.S. cooperative trade
association with development programs in 19 countries.
About McCormick
McCormick & Company, Incorporated is a global leader in
flavor. With $4.8 billion in
annual sales, the company manufactures, markets and distributes
spices, seasoning mixes, condiments and other flavorful products to
the entire food industry – retail outlets, food manufacturers and
foodservice businesses. Every day, no matter where or what
you eat, you can enjoy food flavored by McCormick. McCormick
Brings the Joy of Flavor to Life™.
For more information, visit www.mccormickcorporation.com.
For information contact:
Corporate Communications:
Lori Robinson (410) 527-6004 or
lori_robinson@mccormick.com
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