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Hormel Foods (NYSE:HRL) has announced the nationwide rollout of SPAM® sushi products at Kroger's Family Stores, including Ralphs Grocery Company. To celebrate National SPAM® Musubi Day on August 8, the company is launching the SPAM® Musubi Mobile, a seven-foot-tall food truck shaped like a SPAM® Musubi that will visit select Southern California Ralphs locations.

The permanent sushi lineup includes Hawaiian-inspired SPAM® Musubi and Japanese-inspired SPAM® Norimaki, available at fresh sushi counters nationwide. Consumers can get free samples through a digital coupon valid until August 9, 2025. The celebration includes free samples, merchandise, coupons, music, and outdoor games at selected locations.

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Hormel Foods (NYSE:HRL) has announced a limited-edition collaboration between its SPAM® brand and Dr. Seuss Enterprises, launching the Green Eggs & SPAM® Classic Twin Pack. The special release commemorates the 65th anniversary of "Green Eggs and Ham" on August 12.

The collectible twin pack will be available exclusively at select Walmart stores nationwide while supplies last. The collaboration includes special can artwork and the SPAM® brand's first official Green Eggs & SPAM® Classic recipe. Additionally, limited-edition co-branded merchandise will be available exclusively at shop.drseuss.com.

Hormel Foods (NYSE:HRL) has announced two key leadership appointments in its Retail business segment. Paul Peil, a 35-year company veteran, has been promoted to Vice President of Marketing for Fresh and Ready Meats, overseeing fresh pork, Jennie-O, Hormel® Cure 81® brand, and the deli category.

Additionally, Christie Crouch joins as Vice President of Marketing for Snacking and Entertaining, where she will lead brand-building initiatives for the company's snacking portfolio, including Planters®, Corn Nuts®, Hormel® pepperoni, and Hormel Gatherings®.

Hormel Foods (NYSE: HRL) has opened nominations for its 2025 class of 10 Under 20 Food Heroes program, seeking young leaders under 20 years old who are working to create a more sustainable food system. The program, in its fourth year, accepts nominations through September 15, 2025 at 10under20foodheroes.com/nominate.

Selected Food Heroes will receive comprehensive support including mentorship, potential internship opportunities, executive networking sessions, and hands-on experiences. Winners and their guardians will be invited to Hormel Foods' headquarters in Austin, Minnesota, for a celebration in December 2025, along with financial support to further their initiatives.

Hormel Foods (NYSE: HRL) has been recognized as one of the 60 Best Companies to Sell For by Selling Power magazine for the 24th consecutive year. The recognition highlights the company's sales organization excellence, focusing on their sales team's effectiveness in customer relationships and product distribution.

The selection process evaluated companies across multiple criteria, including compensation and benefits, hiring practices, sales training, sales enablement, and diversity and inclusion. The company's sales professionals are responsible for increasing product distribution, expanding product usage, and implementing marketing strategies while serving as primary customer contact points.

Hormel Foods (NYSE:HRL) has announced that its COLUMBUS® Craft Meats brand is launching its first standalone pepperoni deli product, COLUMBUS® Uncured Pepperoni. The launch comes as the deli pepperoni category shows strong growth with $108 million in retail sales and a 5.5% year-over-year increase.

The new product is crafted with whole cuts of hand-trimmed pork and seasoned with cracked fennel and paprika, featuring a bold, spicy, and smoky flavor profile. The uncured pepperoni is slow-aged, contains no added nitrates or nitrites (except those naturally occurring in celery juice powder and sea salt), and is gluten-free with no MSG or trans fats.

The product is being launched at select retailers nationwide with a suggested retail price of $5.69 for a 4-ounce tray. According to market research, nearly 70% of consumers are seeking new flavors and sizes in deli pepperoni, indicating strong market potential for this product launch.

Hormel Foods (NYSE: HRL) has announced significant leadership changes, with John Ghingo being promoted to president and Jeffrey M. Ettinger returning as interim CEO for 15 months, effective July 14, 2025. Ghingo, who will become the company's 11th president and join the board of directors, currently serves as executive vice president for Retail and brings 15 years of leadership experience from Mondelēz International. In his new role, he will oversee Retail, Foodservice, and International segments, along with global operations and corporate strategy. Ettinger, who previously served as the company's 9th president and CEO, will oversee corporate functions including finance, legal, and human resources during his interim period. The board plans to appoint a permanent CEO in October 2026.

The PLANTERS brand is marking the 90th anniversary of its iconic NUTmobile program with a modernized vehicle and three new Peanutters. The updated NUTmobile features innovative additions including a peanut door handle, neon-lit selfie station, and 360-degree exterior camera. The new Peanutter team consists of Aria Conte (Butler University graduate), Hudson Ritchie (University of Illinois alum), and Adleigh Mayes (Freed-Hardeman University graduate), who will embark on a year-long nationwide tour. Under the leadership of Patrick Horbas, PLANTERS marketing director, the team will continue the tradition of engaging with fans through interactive events and photo opportunities. The public can follow the NUTmobile's journey on Instagram and TikTok or visit the official website for event updates.

WHOLLY GUACAMOLE, America's leading refrigerated guacamole brand, has partnered with Tajín to launch a new Chile Lime flavor product. The innovative collaboration combines WHOLLY GUACAMOLE's signature creamy guacamole with Tajín Clásico Seasoning, targeting the growing demand for spicy flavors, particularly among Gen Z consumers, with 62% more likely to purchase spicy food items. Priced at $3.99-$4.49, the product includes two customizable Tajín seasoning sachets and will be available nationwide at retailers including Walmart, Albertsons, and Wegmans. The partnership leverages both brands' strengths, with WHOLLY being the #1 refrigerated guacamole brand and Tajín being the top-selling chile-lime seasoning in the U.S.