Cal-Maine Foods Reports Fourth Quarter Fiscal 2021 Results
Cal-Maine Foods (CALM) reported a net sales decline in Q4 FY2021 to $349.8 million, down from $453.3 million in Q4 FY2020. The company recorded a net loss of $4.2 million or $0.09 per share, contrasting with a net income of $60.5 million or $1.25 per share a year earlier. FY2021 net sales were stable at $1,349.0 million. Average selling prices for shell eggs decreased to $1.32 per dozen from $1.58. The company is expanding its specialty egg production and has recently acquired a 50% stake in Red River Valley Egg Farm.
- Specialty egg sales increased to $131.2 million, representing 38.7% of egg sales revenue.
- Continued investment of over $476 million in cage-free production capacity since 2008.
- Strong balance sheet with ample liquidity for future investments.
- Net loss of $4.2 million for Q4 FY2021 compared to a net income of $60.5 million in Q4 FY2020.
- Total eggs sold in Q4 FY2021 down 9.4% to 255.9 million dozens.
- Operating loss of $13.0 million compared to operating income of $76.1 million for same period last year.
- Increased feed costs by 15.3% per dozen, driven by a rise in corn and soybean meal prices.
Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. (NASDAQ: CALM) today reported results for the fourth quarter (thirteen weeks) and fiscal year ended May 29, 2021.
Net sales for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2021 were
For fiscal 2021, net sales were
Dolph Baker, chairman and chief executive officer of Cal-Maine Foods, Inc., stated, “Our results for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2021 reflect a significant drop in average selling prices and lower volumes for conventional eggs compared with the same period last year. The fourth quarter of 2020 was a period of very high consumer demand, with market prices reaching record levels as more meals were being prepared at home during the early restrictive phase of the COVID-19 pandemic. Our average sales price for shell eggs was
“While retail demand has been strong for most of this fiscal year, that trend began to change in the fourth quarter as consumers started dining out again and preparing fewer meals at home. As a result, food service demand has improved as retail demand has slowed down, with overall demand for shell eggs approaching a more normalized balance that is closer to pre-pandemic levels. Total dozens sold for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2021 were down 9.4 percent over the same period last year, with 255.9 million dozens sold. For fiscal 2021, we sold 1,073.2 million dozens of shell eggs, up slightly compared with 1,069.2 million dozens sold in fiscal 2020.
“Hen numbers reported by the USDA as of June 1, 2021, were 315.7 million, which represents 5.3 million fewer hens than the adjusted number a year ago. The egg industry has experienced several years of unfavorable economics, resulting in the lowest national supply of laying hens since October 2016. The USDA also reported that the hatch from January 2021 through May 2021 increased 4.4 percent as compared to the prior-year period, and as of June 1, 2021, eggs in incubators were up 2.5 percent over the same period last year.
"We continue to see favorable trends for our specialty egg business, and we remain focused on offering the right product mix of both conventional and specialty eggs to meet customer demand. For the fourth quarter of fiscal 2021, sales of specialty eggs totaled
"An important growth initiative for fiscal 2021 has been the continued expansion of our production capacity in line with the growing customer demand for cage-free and specialty eggs. We are focused on adjusting our production capacity to balance the changing state requirements with future customer commitments. As always, we strive to offer a product mix that aligns with current and anticipated customer purchase decisions.
“Following the end of fiscal 2021, Cal-Maine Foods completed the purchase of the remaining 50 percent membership interest in Red River Valley Egg Farm, LLC. With approximately 1.7 million cage-free laying hens and cage-free pullet capacity, Red River Valley Egg Farm offers us additional opportunities to expand our cage-free production capacity and further enhance our ability to provide exceptional service and distribution capabilities to our customers. Including this purchase, we have invested over
“For the fourth quarter, operating loss was
“Fiscal 2021 has been a challenging year for Cal-Maine Foods, but we are proud of our ability to navigate an uncertain environment as well as respond to new market opportunities. Our operations ran well, and we demonstrated improvement in most of our key production metrics despite the more difficult environment. We commend our dedicated employees who have continued to work under the extraordinary conditions created by the COVID-19 pandemic. Due to their efforts, we were able to meet our primary objective to support the nation’s food supply at a critical time. Across our operations, our managers came together to service our customers, while remaining diligent in their efforts to provide a safe environment for our employees, business partners, and the communities we serve.
“Looking ahead, we will continue to execute our growth strategy in fiscal 2022 and focus on managing the aspects of our operations under our control, regardless of market conditions. We believe retail consumer demand for eggs will be more consistent with typical seasonal trends, and we are optimistic that more restaurants and food service operators are getting back to pre-pandemic business schedules. Our specialty egg business is a key driver of our growth, and we will continue to make the strategic investments to expand our capacity, especially for cage-free egg production. We are well positioned with sufficient capital to fund internal expansion projects or consider potential acquisitions. Across our operations, we are focused on efficient and sustainable management. Above all, we will strive to meet the demands of our valued customers and deliver greater value to our shareholders,” added Baker.
Pursuant to Cal-Maine Foods’ variable dividend policy, for each quarter for which the Company reports net income, the Company pays a cash dividend to shareholders in an amount equal to one-third of such quarterly income. Following a quarter for which the Company does not report net income, the Company will not pay a dividend with respect to that quarter or for a subsequent profitable quarter until the Company is profitable on a cumulative basis computed from the date of the last quarter for which a dividend was paid. Therefore, the Company will not pay a dividend with respect to the fourth quarter of fiscal 2021.
Selected operating statistics for the fourth quarter and fiscal 2021 compared with the prior-year period are shown below:
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13 Weeks Ended |
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52 Weeks Ended |
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May 29, 2021 |
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May 30, 2020 |
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May 29, 2021 |
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May 30, 2020 |
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Dozen Eggs Sold (000) |
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255,851 |
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|
|
282,422 |
|
|
|
1,073,211 |
|
|
|
1,069,150 |
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Dozen Eggs Produced (000) |
|
239,632 |
|
|
|
242,962 |
|
|
|
970,837 |
|
|
|
927,799 |
|
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% Specialty Sales (dozen) |
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27.4 |
% |
|
|
24.4 |
% |
|
|
26.8 |
% |
|
|
23.9 |
% |
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% Specialty Sales (dollars) |
|
38.7 |
% |
|
|
29.9 |
% |
|
|
41.1 |
% |
|
|
36.8 |
% |
|
Net Average Selling Price (per dozen) |
$ |
1.318 |
|
|
$ |
1.575 |
|
|
$ |
1.217 |
|
|
$ |
1.231 |
|
|
Net Average Selling Price Specialty Eggs (per dozen) |
$ |
1.874 |
|
|
$ |
1.934 |
|
|
$ |
1.876 |
|
|
$ |
1.897 |
|
|
Feed Cost (per dozen) |
$ |
0.517 |
|
|
$ |
0.405 |
|
|
$ |
0.446 |
|
|
$ |
0.409 |
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Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. is primarily engaged in the production, grading, packing, marketing and distribution of fresh shell eggs, including conventional, cage-free, organic and nutritionally enhanced eggs. The Company, which is headquartered in Ridgeland, Mississippi, is the largest producer and distributor of fresh shell eggs in the United States and sells the majority of its shell eggs in states across the southwestern, southeastern, mid-western and mid-Atlantic regions of the United States.
Statements contained in this press release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements as that term is defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The forward-looking statements are based on management’s current intent, belief, expectations, estimates and projections regarding our company and our industry. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other factors that are difficult to predict and may be beyond our control. The factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements include, among others, (i) the risk factors set forth in the Company’s SEC filings (including its Annual Reports on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and Current Reports on Form 8-K), (ii) the risks and hazards inherent in the shell egg business (including disease, pests, weather conditions and potential for recall), (iii) changes in the demand for and market prices of shell eggs and feed costs, (iv) our ability to predict and meet demand for cage-free and other specialty eggs, (v) risks, changes or obligations that could result from our future acquisition of new flocks or businesses and risks or changes that may cause conditions to completing a pending acquisition not to be met,(vi) risks relating to the evolving COVID-19 pandemic, and (vii) adverse results in pending litigation matters. SEC filings may be obtained from the SEC or the Company’s website, www.calmainefoods.com. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements because, while we believe the assumptions on which the forward-looking statements are based are reasonable, there can be no assurance that these forward-looking statements will prove to be accurate. Further, the forward-looking statements included herein are only made as of the respective dates thereof, or if no date is stated, as of the date hereof. Except as otherwise required by law, we disclaim any intent or obligation to publicly update these forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
CAL-MAINE FOODS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (Unaudited) (In thousands, except per share amounts)
SUMMARY STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
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13 Weeks Ended |
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52 Weeks Ended |
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May 29, 2021 |
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May 30, 2020 |
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May 29, 2021 |
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May 30, 2020 |
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Net sales |
|
$ |
349,798 |
|
|
$ |
453,333 |
|
|
$ |
1,348,987 |
|
|
$ |
1,351,609 |
|
Cost of sales |
|
|
311,869 |
|
|
|
331,823 |
|
|
|
1,188,326 |
|
|
|
1,172,021 |
|
Gross profit |
|
|
37,929 |
|
|
|
121,510 |
|
|
|
160,661 |
|
|
|
179,588 |
|
Selling, general and administrative |
|
|
48,449 |
|
|
|
45,803 |
|
|
|
183,943 |
|
|
|
178,237 |
|
(Gain) Loss on disposal of fixed assets |
|
|
2,506 |
|
|
|
(385 |
) |
|
|
2,982 |
|
|
|
82 |
|
Operating income (loss) |
|
|
(13,026 |
) |
|
|
76,092 |
|
|
|
(26,264 |
) |
|
|
1,269 |
|
Other income, net |
|
|
853 |
|
|
|
1,459 |
|
|
|
16,315 |
|
|
|
18,790 |
|
Income (loss) before income taxes |
|
|
(12,173 |
) |
|
|
77,551 |
|
|
|
(9,949 |
) |
|
|
20,059 |
|
Income tax (benefit) expense |
|
|
(7,929 |
) |
|
|
17,087 |
|
|
|
(12,009 |
) |
|
|
1,731 |
|
Net income (loss) |
|
|
(4,244 |
) |
|
|
60,464 |
|
|
|
2,060 |
|
|
|
18,328 |
|
Less: Loss attributable to noncontrolling interest |
|
|
- |
|
|
|
1 |
|
|
|
— |
|
|
|
(63 |
) |
Net income (loss) attributable to Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. |
|
$ |
(4,244 |
) |
|
$ |
60,463 |
|
|
$ |
2,060 |
|
|
$ |
18,391 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
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Net income (loss) per common share attributable to Cal-Maine Foods, Inc.: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||
Basic |
|
$ |
(0.09 |
) |
|
$ |
1.25 |
|
|
$ |
0.04 |
|
|
$ |
0.38 |
|
Diluted |
|
$ |
(0.09 |
) |
|
$ |
1.24 |
|
|
$ |
0.04 |
|
|
$ |
0.38 |
|
Weighted average shares outstanding: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
||||
Basic |
|
|
48,636 |
|
|
|
48,501 |
|
|
|
48,522 |
|
|
|
48,467 |
|
Diluted |
|
|
48,636 |
|
|
|
48,608 |
|
|
|
48,656 |
|
|
|
48,544 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
CAL-MAINE FOODS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (Unaudited) (In thousands)
SUMMARY BALANCE SHEETS
|
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|
|
May 29, 2021 |
|
May 30, 2020 |
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ASSETS |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Cash and short-term investments |
|
$ |
169,510 |
|
$ |
232,293 |
Receivables, net |
|
|
126,639 |
|
|
98,375 |
Inventories |
|
|
218,375 |
|
|
187,216 |
Prepaid expenses and other current assets |
|
|
5,407 |
|
|
4,367 |
Current assets |
|
|
519,931 |
|
|
522,251 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Property, plant and equipment (net) |
|
|
589,417 |
|
|
557,375 |
Other noncurrent assets |
|
|
119,826 |
|
|
127,068 |
Total assets |
|
$ |
1,229,174 |
|
$ |
1,206,694 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Accounts payable and accrued expenses |
|
$ |
89,191 |
|
$ |
92,182 |
Current portion of lease obligations |
|
|
906 |
|
|
1,001 |
Current liabilities |
|
|
90,097 |
|
|
93,183 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Lease obligations, less current maturities |
|
|
1,472 |
|
|
2,387 |
Deferred income taxes and other liabilities |
|
|
124,824 |
|
|
101,449 |
Stockholders' equity |
|
|
1,012,781 |
|
|
1,009,675 |
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity |
|
$ |
1,229,174 |
|
$ |
1,206,694 |
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