The Louis Dreyfus Group, based in Paris, has been an innovative leader in international commodity markets since 1851. It provides value-added services to both producer and buyer, moving agricultural products from the farmer to the consumer in an efficient and effective way.

Principal activities of the parent consist of worldwide processing, trading and merchandising of various agricultural and energy commodities. The Group is also significantly involved in exploration for and production of natural gas and crude oil; in the ownership and management of ocean vessels; in forestry management and particleboard manufacturing; in the development and operation of telecommunications infrastructures; and in real estate development, management and ownership.

Louis Dreyfus companies are present in over 53 countries, with major offices in Buenos Aires, London, Paris, São Paulo, Wilton (Connecticut), Memphis (Tennessee) and Oklahoma City (Oklahoma). For more information on our global activities, please visit www.louisdreyfus.com.