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Smithfield Foods Inc. launches plant-based protein food range
Smithfield Foods, the world’s largest pork producer, launched its first plant-based protein food range under the brand “Pure Farmland”.
Jan 1, 2022 | grain.orgSmithfield Foods Inc. receives award Worker Safety Awards
Smithfield Foods, Inc. is pleased to announce that the North American Meat Institute (NAMI) has recognized 51 of its U.S. locations with Environmental Recognition Awards and 33 of its U.S. facilities with Worker Safety Awards.
Jan 1, 2022 | provisioneronline.comSmithfield Foods Inc. receives award 2022 Manufacturing Leadership Awards
Smithfield Foods, Inc. has been awarded 2022 Manufacturing Leadership Awards by the Manufacturing Leadership Council, a division of the National Association of Manufacturers, for projects furthering sustainability across the company's value chain and industry.
Jan 1, 2022 | nationalhogfarmer.comSmithfield Foods Inc. promoted Andrea Tucker to plant manager on Apr 4th 22'.
Smithfield Foods, Inc. has promoted Andrea Tucker to plant manager of the company's Tar Heel facility in North Carolina, effective April 4.
Jan 1, 2022 | nationalhogfarmer.comSmithfield Foods Inc. hired Dennis Organ as president and chief executive officer on Apr 1st 22'.
Smithfield Foods, Inc. today announced new executive leadership appointments following Dennis Organ's recent assumption of the president and chief executive officer role.
Jan 1, 2022 | pig333.comSmithfield Foods Inc. received award Silver Stevie Award in the “Company of the Year – Manufacturing” category at 20th annual American Business Awards on Apr 28th 22'.
Smithfield Foods, Inc. was today named the winner of a Silver Stevie Award in the “Company of the Year – Manufacturing” category of the 20th annual American Business Awards, the premier business awards program in the United States.
Jan 1, 2022 | swineweb.comSmithfield Foods Inc. partners with Lineage Logistics LLC
Smithfield Foods, Inc. teamed up with Lineage Logistics, LLC to design and build a new, nearly 20 million cubic feet, fully-automated, next-generation distribution center in Olathe, Kan., according to the release.
Jan 1, 2022 | warehouseautomation.caSmithfield Foods Inc. launched 2021 Sustainability Impact Report on Apr 20th 22'.
Smithfield Foods Inc. recently published its 2021 Sustainability Impact Report, which the company said was the 20th version.
Jan 1, 2022 | meatpoultry.comSmithfield Foods Inc. had issues with alleged breach of contract on May 25th 22'.
Puerto Rico foodservice distributor José Santiago Inc. on Wednesday filed a complaint in federal court against Virginia-based food-processing company Smithfield Foods Inc. for alleged breach of contract.
Jan 1, 2022 | lawstreetmedia.comJessica Wilson will retire from Smithfield Foods Inc. on Jun 30th 22'.
Jessica Wilson will retire from Smithfield Foods at the end of June after 26.5 years of service.
Jan 1, 2022 | bladenjournal.comSmithfield Foods Inc. closes offices in California, United States
VERNON, Calif. — Meat-packing giant Smithfield Foods said Friday it will close its only California plant next year, citing the escalating cost of doing business in the state.
Jan 1, 2022 | wtvr.comSmithfield Foods Inc. closes offices in Vernon, Canada
Smithfield Foods announced Friday that it will close its Farmer John plant in Vernon next year.
Jan 1, 2022 | latimes.comSmithfield Foods Inc. receives award two gold GLOBEE Business Awards
Smithfield Foods, Inc. was announced the winner of two gold GLOBEE Business Awards.
Jan 1, 2022 | provisioneronline.comSmithfield Foods Inc. closes offices in Beaver County, Pennsylvania, United States
Smithfield Foods is closing the majority of its operation in Beaver County, prompting an outcry from the rural community.
Jan 1, 2022 | deseret.comShuanghui acquired Smithfield Foods Inc. for $4.7B on Jan 1st 13'.
In 2013, Virginia-based Smithfield was acquired by China’s Shuanghui Group—now known as WH Group—for $4.7 billion.
Jan 1, 2022 | mediapost.comJBS SA acquired Smithfield Foods Inc. on Jan 1st 07'.
JBS SA acquired Swift and Company in 2007, Smithfield Foods in 2008, Pilgrim’s Pride in 2009 and the pork processing side of Cargill Meat Solutions in 2015.
Jan 1, 2022 | mjindependent.comWH Group, LLC acquired Smithfield Foods Inc. for $4.7B on Jan 1st 13'.
In 2013, WH Group (formerly known as Shuanghui International Holdings) purchased Smithfield for $4.7 billion.
Oct 3, 2022 | feedandgrain.comSmithfield Foods Inc. recognized as finalist in the 2022 World Sustainability Awards
Smithfield Foods was also recognized as a finalist in the 2022 World Sustainability Awards for its work in developing renewable energy and embedding diversity and inclusion into its business model.
Oct 14, 2022 | provisioneronline.comSmithfield Foods Inc. had issues with confinement practices on pig farms on Oct 18th 21'.
The lawsuit, filed Oct. 18, 2021, specifically alleges unlawful trade practices and targets their marketing and sales in the District of Columbia for falsely and misleading advertised pork products in violation of the Consumer Protection Procedures Act in D.C. HSUS claims Smithfield's jargon and hidden caveats "mislead humane-conscious consumers and commercial buyers into purchasing pork" and "increase consumer and corporate confusion over confinement practices on pig farms," the suit notes.
Oct 26, 2022 | nationalhogfarmer.comSmithfield Foods Inc. hires Stewart as COO of Kansas City Sausage Co.
Stewart worked as COO of Kansas City Sausage Co. since 2009 and joined Smithfield when it acquired the company in 2017.
Dec 21, 2022 | meatpoultry.comStewart left Smithfield Foods Inc. on Dec 23rd 22'.
Stewart resigned from Smithfield today to accept a position with an industry competitor.
Dec 23, 2022 | perishablenews.comSmithfield Foods Inc. recognized as Best for Vets Employer
Smithfield Foods, Inc. has been recognized by the Military Times as a Best for Vets Employer for a third consecutive year.
Dec 23, 2022 | perishablenews.com