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Bunge Announces Global Volunteering Program and Corporate Donation to Address Food Insecurity Challenges

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Bunge (NYSE: BG) has announced a global volunteering initiative and a $500,000 donation to Vostok-SOS, aiding humanitarian efforts in Ukraine. This aligns with their commitment to address food insecurity as part of World Food Day. Over 30 global sites will participate in food drives and other volunteer activities aimed at combating hunger. Bunge's past support includes contributions totaling $1 million to the World Food Programme and Vostok-SOS. The FAO reports that hunger affects between 702 and 828 million people globally, highlighting the urgency of Bunge's involvement.

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  • Donation of $500,000 to Vostok-SOS for humanitarian aid in Ukraine.
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  • In recognition of World Food Day, Bunge teams around the globe are volunteering to support community organizations and non-profits focused on fighting hunger
  • Bunge is also partnering with Vostok-SOS to support ongoing humanitarian aid in Ukraine

ST. LOUIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Bunge (NYSE:BG), a global leader in agribusiness, food and ingredients, announced today a global volunteering program and philanthropic support to address growing food insecurity and humanitarian needs around the world. Bunge teams are recognizing this year’s World Food Day by coordinating food drives, volunteering at food banks and supporting local groups focused on addressing hunger and food access. Collectively, more than 30 sites around the globe where the Company has a presence will be hosting volunteer events, including local support in St. Louis, Missouri – Bunge’s global headquarters – and multiple sites in Brazil, Argentina, Spain, Italy, Switzerland, Netherlands, Singapore, Malaysia and Canada.

“The disruptions we have witnessed the past few years have shown how fragile our global food systems can be and highlight the urgent need for increased resilience. Our ability to use Bunge’s size and scale for good is a critical part of the role we play – not only at a global level, but also in the communities around the world where we operate to deliver food solutions. The dedication from our employees has been inspiring to see. We are so proud of our teams and their commitment to supporting the communities where they live and work,” said Rob Coviello, Chief Sustainability Officer and Government Affairs at Bunge.

As part of this effort, Bunge will donate $500,000 to Vostok-SOS, a Ukrainian based organization providing aid to people displaced in the region. This philanthropic donation builds on Bunge’s earlier contributions of food products as well as monetary support totaling one million dollars to the World Food Programme (WFP) and Vostok-SOS.

World Food Day is an international day designated by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations to promote global awareness and action for those who suffer from hunger. According to the FAO, it is estimated that between 702 and 828 million people were affected by hunger in 2021 – a number that has grown by about 150 million since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic.

More information about Bunge’s charitable giving and community engagement can be found online.

About Bunge

At Bunge (NYSE: BG), our purpose is to connect farmers to consumers to deliver essential food, feed and fuel to the world. With more than two centuries of experience, unmatched global scale and deeply rooted relationships, we work to put quality food on the table, increase sustainability where we operate, strengthen global food security, and help communities prosper. As the world’s leader in oilseed processing and a leading producer and supplier of specialty plant-based oils and fats, we value our partnerships with farmers to improve the productivity and environmental efficiency of agriculture across our value chains and to bring quality products from where they’re grown to where they’re consumed. At the same time, we collaborate with our customers to create and reimagine the future of food, developing tailored and innovative solutions to meet evolving dietary needs and trends in every part of the world. Our Company is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, and we have almost 23,000 dedicated employees working across approximately 300 facilities located in more than 40 countries.

Website Information

We routinely post important information for investors on our website, www.bunge.com, in the "Investors" section. We may use this website as a means of disclosing material, non-public information and for complying with our disclosure obligations under Regulation FD. Accordingly, investors should monitor the Investors section of our website, in addition to following our press releases, SEC filings, public conference calls, presentations and webcasts. The information contained on, or that may be accessed through, our website is not incorporated by reference into, and is not a part of, this document.

Investor Contact:

Ruth Ann Wisener

Bunge Limited

636-292-3014

Ruthann.wisener@bunge.com

Media Contact:

Bunge News Bureau

Bunge

636-292-3022

news@bunge.com

Source: Bunge Limited

FAQ

What is Bunge's recent initiative on World Food Day?

Bunge announced a global volunteering program and a $500,000 donation to Vostok-SOS to support humanitarian aid in Ukraine.

How much has Bunge donated to fight hunger recently?

Bunge has donated $1 million to the World Food Programme and Vostok-SOS, along with a recent contribution of $500,000 to Vostok-SOS.

What organizations is Bunge partnering with for humanitarian efforts?

Bunge is partnering with Vostok-SOS to provide humanitarian aid in Ukraine.

How many sites is Bunge involved with for the volunteer program?

Bunge is coordinating volunteer events at over 30 sites globally.

What does the FAO report about hunger statistics?

The FAO estimates that between 702 and 828 million people were affected by hunger in 2021.

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