Animal welfare

Although General Mills is primarily a plant-forward food company, with large businesses such as Cheerios and Nature Valley, we use some animal-derived ingredients and have long worked to support the humane treatment of animals in agriculture. This helps to ensure a resilient supply chain and aligns with our ambition to stand for good.

At General Mills we do not raise or handle livestock, but we aim to protect animals and work closely with our suppliers to do so. We regularly engage with stakeholders focused on animal health and welfare and leverage industry initiatives that advance livestock production. Our Animal Welfare Policy outlines our approach throughout the global supply chain for our food products, including: