Cargill invests €56m in Belgium food production expansion

Ben Cornwell2026-06-03T14:18:00

Cargill has invested €56 million in Belgium to expand edible oils and chocolate production while strengthening European food innovation capabilities.

Cargill has invested €56 million across three sites in Belgium, expanding edible oils and gourmet chocolate production capacity and increasing food innovation capabilities to support growing demand across Europe.

The investments at the company’s facilities in Izegem, Mouscron and Vilvoorde include major manufacturing expansions and a new pilot plant for product development and testing. Together, the projects strengthen Belgium’s role within Cargill’s European operations.

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