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Jan 12, 2022Smithfield welcomes two new HBCUs, South Dakota's largest state schools to its four-year scholarship program serving employee dependents
Smithfield Foods, Inc. is pleased to welcome South Dakota State University (SDSU), the University of South Dakota (USD), Hampton University (HU) and Virginia State University (VSU) to its...
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Jan 10, 2022Marty Smith Successfully Completed a 15-Yard Throw Through a Target to Earn a Donation for CFP Foundation's Extra Yard for Teachers Charity
Bullseye! Leading up to the College Football National Championship game, Kirk Herbstreit, Emmy Award-winning ESPN/ABC college football analyst, and Marty Smith, multifaceted sports journalist for...
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Jan 5, 2022Company joins U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) list of U.S. Food Loss and Waste 2030 Champions
Smithfield Foods, Inc. today announced a new goal to halve overall food loss and waste in its U.S. company-owned operations by 2030. The new commitment aligns with various resource conservation...
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Dec 2, 2021Company adds dozens of new jobs in Clark County with support from LVGEA
Smithfield Foods, Inc. today announced Saratoga Food Specialties, its customized dry seasoning blends, sauces, dressings, and glazes business, will nearly double its footprint in Southern Nevada...
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Nov 24, 2021
By Brie Handgraaf bhandgraaf@wilsontimes.com | 252-265-7821 Linwood Barnes was in his early 30s when he fractured his clavicle, but the prognosis was more devastating than anticipated as doctors...
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Nov 23, 2021As Presenting Sponsor of the Rivalry Games Between University of Virginia and Virginia Tech Athletics, the Brand is Uniting the Opponents in Community Outreach Events to Help Neighbors Experiencing Hunger
In celebration of the Smithfield® Commonwealth Clash rivalry games, the brand stopped by Feeding Southwest Virginia and Blue Ridge Area Food Bank to donate a combined total of 80,000 pounds of...
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Nov 19, 202180,000 pounds of Smithfield product donated to pre-Thanksgiving community tradition
Smithfield Foods, Inc. today donated two truckloads of protein to the 25th Mayflower Marathon holiday food drive, a 57 consecutive-hour food and fund drive held annually the weekend before...
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Nov 18, 2021Short documentary outlines initiative from the perspective of family farmers, highlights importance of diversity, equity and inclusion in American agriculture
Smithfield Foods, Inc. is pleased to welcome the first family farmers to participate in its new contract grower program to support Black and other minority farmers and diversify its hog supply...
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Nov 12, 2021Forbes names Smithfield a 2021 Best Employer for Veterans
Smithfield Foods, Inc. has been recognized for a second consecutive year on Forbes' list of America's Best Employers for Veterans. The 2021 list, presented by Forbes and Statista Inc., is based on...
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Nov 9, 2021Jona Smith recognized as a STEP Ahead Honoree at the initiative's 9th annual awards ceremony
Smithfield Foods, Inc. is pleased to announce that Jona Smith, vice president of IT applications services, received a 2021 STEP Ahead Honoree award from The Manufacturing Institute. The institute,...
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Nov 4, 2021Military Times recognizes Smithfield on its 2021 Best for Vets Employers list
Smithfield Foods, Inc. has been recognized by the Military Times as a Best for Vets Employer for a third consecutive year. The publication's 2021 ranking, announced today, acknowledges companies...
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Nov 4, 2021Grant to Help Garden of Tomorrow Increase Access to Locally Grown Produce Through Community Empowerment Programs
Yesterday, Pure Farmland™ recognized TigerMountain Foundation (TMF) in Phoenix, Ariz. for its positive local impact with a check donation of $15,000. The contribution is part of the Pure Growth...
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Oct 27, 2021Smithfield's director of community development recognized among influential Black and Brown leaders making an impact in their communities, lifting others as they climb
Smithfield Foods, Inc. is proud to announce Steve Evans, the company's director of community development, has been named to Forbes' inaugural For(bes) The Culture 50 Black and Brown Champions list...
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Oct 20, 2021Grant to Help Dallas Community Garden Thrive and Increase Access to Locally Grown Produce
Earlier today, Pure Farmland™ recognized Bonton Farms in Dallas, Texas, for its positive local impact with a check donation of $20,000. The contribution is part of the Pure Growth Project, an...
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Oct 14, 2021Smithfield's renewable natural gas programs receive 'Profit with a Purpose' award for demonstrating sustainability and profitability are not mutually exclusive
Smithfield Foods, Inc., a vertically integrated food company and the world's largest pork processor, is honored to receive the World Sustainability Awards' (WSA) prestigious "Profit with a...
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Oct 5, 2021Donation is Part of the Brand's California Commitment Tour Aimed to Feed, Celebrate and Serve the Greater L.A. Area Throughout the Summer and Fall
Earlier today, Farmer John and LAFC Broadcaster Max Bretos stopped by the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank to recognize the organization's positive impact and commitment to serving the local...
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Sep 30, 2021Grant to Help Park City Community Garden Thrive and Increase Neighborhood Access to Locally Grown Produce
Earlier today, Pure Farmland™ recognized Summit Community Gardens in Park City, Utah for its positive impact in the area with a check donation of $10,000. The contribution is part of the Pure...
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Sep 30, 2021Company demonstrates how its tagline "Good food. Responsibly.®" extends beyond producing good food, showcases sustainability program through the lens of dozens of team members
Smithfield Foods, Inc. today launched "Good Is What We Do," a new digital campaign showcasing how the company's commitment to "Good food. Responsibly.®" comes to life through its industry...
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Sep 10, 2021The event took place in Nashville over Labor Day Weekend and brought together the top names in barbecue to crown the best in the categories of chicken, pork ribs, pork, and beef brisket
Smithfield® congratulates Janky Leg BBQ on taking home the overall title at the Smithfield Classic at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn. last weekend. In addition to earning the top prize, Janky...
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Sep 8, 2021To Spotlight Tuesday's Children's Mission of Providing a Lifetime of Healing for Families, the No. 10 Smithfield Ford Mustang Will Feature the Charity's Logo and a Commemorative 9/11 Paint Scheme During Saturday Night's Race in Richmond, Virginia
Yesterday, Smithfield® and the Gene Haas Foundation had the honor of recognizing Tuesday's Children – an organization formed in the wake of 9/11 that provides a lifetime of healing for families...
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Sep 7, 2021Ham, sausage and bacon donations will be used to prepare restaurant-quality meals for area victims, volunteers and first responders
Smithfield Foods, Inc. has dispatched a truck carrying 40,000 pounds of protein to New Orleans to support hunger relief in the wake of catastrophic damage inflicted by Hurricane Ida, one of the...
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Sep 2, 2021In addition to bringing together the top names in barbecue, the Smithfield Classic will honor local service members for their COVID-19 efforts with a Military Salute event Friday evening
This Labor Day Weekend, the world of barbecue is gathering at the Smithfield Classic at Nissan Stadium's Lot N in Nashville, Tenn. to find out who's the best of the best in the categories of...
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Aug 26, 2021The Multi-Year Partnership will continue through the 2024-25 season
The Smithfield® brand is pleased to announce that it is the presenting sponsor of the Smithfield Commonwealth Clash for the 2021-2025 seasons. As a Virginia-based brand and longtime supporter of...
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Aug 20, 2021Contributions are Part of the Brand's Honoring the Heartland Tour to Strengthen Agriculture Across the Country
Earlier today, Farmland® recognized the National FFA Organization and its positive impact in the agricultural industry through a check donation of $100,000. The gift is part of the 2021 Honoring...
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Aug 17, 2021This College Football Season, Fans Across the Country Can Enter for a Chance to be Recognized as the National Tailgate Champion and Win a Trip to the 2022 CFP National Championship
Fire up the grill because it's tailgating season! Eckrich®, the maker of naturally hardwood smoked sausage and deli meats, is thrilled to announce its continued partnership as the Official Smoked...
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Aug 16, 2021Plant-Based Protein Brand Announces 2021 Pure Growth Project Grant Recipients
Pure Farmland™ is proud to present the recipients of the 2021 Pure Growth Project grant program. After receiving 103 applications from community gardens and farms across 29 states, Puerto Rico...
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Aug 11, 2021Smithfield Foods and RAE mark ten years of partnership, complete installation of renewable natural gas (RNG) technology on nearly all Smithfield company-owned farms in the state
Monarch Bioenergy, a joint venture between Smithfield Foods, Inc. and Roeslein Alternative Energy (RAE), has finished installing manure-to-energy technology on nearly all of Smithfield's Northern...
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Jul 26, 2021Contributions to Support the FFA's Efforts in Strengthening Agriculture at the State Level and Help Food Bank for the Heartland Fight Community Hunger
Earlier today, Farmland® recognized the Nebraska FFA Association and its positive impact in the community and across the state through a check donation of $5,000. The gift is part of the 2021...
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Jul 21, 2021As a Token of its Appreciation, the Southern California Brand is Also Launching a Giveaway on National Hot Dog Day Offering L.A. Residents a Chance to Win Farmer John Hot Dogs for a Year
As a member of the Southern California community for more than 90 years, Farmer John is committed to being a good neighbor. This commitment goes beyond simply feeding the community. It also means...
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Jul 21, 2021In Celebration, Iconic Brand Doles Out Free Hot Dogs to Cincinnati Consumers and Donates More Than 40,000 Pounds of Protein to Fight Community Hunger
Today, legendary hot dog brand Nathan's Famous® joined Kroger at its On the Rhine Eatery in downtown Cincinnati to celebrate National Hot Dog Day by distributing free beef franks to hungry...
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Jul 15, 2021Food manufacturer offering on-the-spot job interviews July 21 at more than 40 locations nationwide
Smithfield Foods, Inc. today announced it will host its first national hiring campaign on National Hot Dog Day, July 21. The Virginia-based food company will offer walk-in hiring events at 47 of...
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Jul 15, 2021
Gwaltney® and Roc Solid Foundation will join together for the fourth consecutive year to support kids fighting cancer through the Building On Hope campaign. As part of the initiative, Gwaltney...
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Jul 9, 2021
Smithfield Foods, Inc. today announced it has appointed Shane Smith, a two-decade veteran of the company and, most recently, its chief strategy officer, as president and chief executive officer,...
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Jun 21, 2021The Brand is Setting Out to Thank Those Integral to the Food Supply Chain with Free Meals and Monetary Donations to Help Support the Future of Farming in America
Since day one, Farmland® has worked with local farm families in America's heartland to provide customers with high-quality, flavorful products they can trust and feel good about. To show...
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Jun 2, 2021The company's 2020 Sustainability Impact Report details progress, refreshed pillars, goals and targets, and ongoing commitment to growth in areas critical to holistic, responsible food production
In addition to its industry-leading greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction commitment to become carbon negative in all U.S. company-owned operations by 2030, Smithfield Foods, Inc. today announced it will...
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May 3, 2021Smithfield's Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship Program Honored by NC Community College System
Smithfield Foods, Inc. is pleased to announce that ApprenticeshipNC, a state apprenticeship agency of the NC Community College System, has named Smithfield its 2021 Outstanding Registered...
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Apr 21, 2021Comprehensive watershed analysis will inform updates to water-use policies, performance targets
Smithfield Foods, Inc. today announced it will conduct a comprehensive watershed and water-use analysis across its vertically integrated operations to increase the company's water use efficiencies...
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Apr 20, 2021
The Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) and Farmer John are excited to enter the second year of their multi-year partnership which kicked off last Saturday, April 17. As a Southern California-based...
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Apr 14, 2021As Part of the Pure Growth Project, the Plant-Based Protein Brand is Also Partnering with Cooking Matters to Help Provide Easier Access to Fresh Food
Pure Farmland ™ believes that good things are grown from the ground up. That's why the brand launched the Pure Growth Project in 2020 to support gardening in the community and at homes...
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Mar 16, 2021Smithfield Foods and Utah Pork Producers donate truckload of pork products to Utah Food Bank
Last week, Smithfield Foods, Inc., the Utah Pork Producers Association (UPPA) and the Fredette Family Foundation delivered a nearly 40,000-pound truckload of protein to Utah Food Bank, fulfilling...
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Mar 15, 2021Increased recyclable packaging and reduced use of virgin petroleum-based plastic build upon company's zero-waste-to-landfill sustainability initiative
Smithfield Foods, Inc. today announced bold new commitments it will implement across its portfolio by 2030: to achieve consumer packaging that is 90% recyclable, reusable or industrially...
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Mar 12, 2021Smithfield increased philanthropic activity last year to help local U.S. communities
Smithfield Foods, Inc. is pleased to report 2020 marks the company's largest year of charitable giving since its founding in 1936. Last year, Smithfield contributed more than $69 million,...
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Mar 8, 2021Well Known Beef Frank Brand Partners with TV Host to Show Fans How Nathan's Famous Hot Dogs Can Help Bring People Together
Earlier this year, Nathan's Famous®, the iconic New York-based hot dog brand, teamed up with another pop-culture icon from the Big Apple, Andy Cohen, to star in the Get Along Famously Stranger...
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Mar 8, 2021Smithfield thanks healthcare workers and first responders for ongoing efforts to keep North Carolina's communities safe
Since Jan. 27, Smithfield Foods, Inc. has served hot meals to more than 2,500 healthcare workers and first responders across southeast North Carolina in appreciation for their ongoing efforts to...
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Feb 26, 2021Food donations from Smithfield will support Grayson and surrounding area
Smithfield Foods, Inc. is expediting a truckload of protein donations to God's Pantry Foodbank, a Feeding America food bank in Lexington serving central and eastern Kentucky, to support ongoing...
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Feb 26, 2021Food donations will support disaster-relief efforts in the Brunswick County area
Smithfield Foods, Inc. is dispatching a truck carrying nearly 40,000 pounds of protein to the Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina to aid disaster-relief efforts in the wake of a...
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Feb 22, 2021Four U.S. facilities receive recognition for local environmental stewardship projects
Smithfield Foods, Inc. is pleased to announce that the company's Orange City, Iowa; Springdale, Ohio; Lincoln, Neb. and Cudahy, Wisc. facilities received 2021 Environmental Achievement Awards from...
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Feb 19, 2021Helping Hungry Homes donations will support ongoing disaster-relief efforts in Fort Worth, Odessa
In response to Winter Storm Uri, Smithfield Foods, Inc. is expediting two truckloads of donations carrying a combined 300,000 servings of protein to Texas foodbanks to support ongoing recovery...
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Feb 16, 202180,000-pound protein donation will support Feeding America's mission to end food insecurity in America
This week, Smithfield Foods, Inc. will donate a total of 80,000 pounds of protein, the equivalent of 240,000 servings, to Feeding America food banks Harvesters—The Community Food Network of...
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Feb 8, 2021New certification underscores Smithfield's commitment to sustainable best practices in food and cold storage
Smithfield Foods, Inc. is pleased to announce that its distribution center in North East, MD has received Silver Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification from the U.S....