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G r o w i n g O p p o r t u n i t y – B u i l d i n g V a l u e
For ADM, these possibilities tie to our commitment to be the global leader in BioEnergy. The environmental trend
doesn’t suggest a new offshoot from our unique position; rather it is a third strong current of change we can chart
toward greater success.
Building Value
As we chart this course, we have worked to get—as we call it—“fit for the journey.” We identified our Corporate
Priorities—areas where organizational and cultural change offer the ability to achieve significant improvements.
Championed by the members of our Strategic Planning Committee, these Priorities renewed and revitalized our
commitment to safety; expanded candid, purposeful communication; formalized and enhanced cost management; and
defined and tracked key metrics. We hired a new head of Human Resources during the year, bringing strong leadership
to our continuing efforts to attract and develop world-class talent. Our shared objective is to create a company where
colleagues are inspired to do the best work of their lives.
We enter fiscal 2008 with confidence and momentum. We have demonstrated our ability, quarter after quarter, to manage
through volatility, challenge and change. And we have confirmed we have the focus and the will to grow opportunity and
build value.
There are tremendous prospects ahead. Agriculture is responding to the unprecedented opportunities to provide both food
and fuel. We see an ample supply of soybeans in the world market. The cocoa market continues to grow. Mexico will likely
open the border to high fructose corn syrup. And U.S. farmers responded to market signals by planting a record corn crop.
The people of ADM will respond, with characteristic passion, commitment and pride in our business which is so central to
the life and wellbeing of so many.
I would like to thank our colleagues, directors and shareholders for their support and for the enthusiasm with which they
are embracing and creating our future. It is my privilege to build value for you and with you.
Archer Daniels Midland Company p a g e 5
Top Row;
Middle Row;
Front Row;
Patricia A. Woertz
Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President
From left to right;
M. Brian Mulroney,
Alan L. Boeckmann, Thomas F. O’Neill,
Roger S. Joslin and Antonio Maciel Neto
From left to right;
Kelvin R. Westbrook,
Mollie Hale Carter, Patrick J. Moore,
O. Glenn Webb
Patricia A. Woertz
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Directors