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Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE: HRL) is a Fortune 500 global branded food company based in Austin, Minnesota, known for protein-centric foods sold under brands such as PLANTERS®, SKIPPY®, SPAM®, HORMEL® NATURAL CHOICE®, APPLEGATE®, WHOLLY®, HORMEL® BLACK LABEL®, COLUMBUS® and JENNIE-O®. The Hormel Foods news stream covers developments that affect its brand portfolio, financial performance and corporate strategy.
Investors and followers of HRL can use this page to monitor earnings announcements and outlook updates, including quarterly and full-year results, segment performance in Retail, Foodservice and International, and commentary on margins, input costs and strategic initiatives like the Transform and Modernize (T&M) program. Regulatory disclosures about restructuring plans, role reductions and other cost actions are also reflected in company news and related Form 8‑K filings.
News from Hormel Foods frequently highlights brand and product activity, such as new offerings from the HORMEL® MARY KITCHEN® brand, collaborations for SKIPPY® products with partners like Milk Bar®, and experiential marketing programs for the PLANTERS® brand, including the NUTmobile and Peanutter ambassador roles. These stories provide insight into how the company supports its brands, engages consumers and responds to demand for convenient, comfort-oriented foods and snacks.
Corporate updates also include leadership changes and governance milestones, such as appointments to executive roles, information about the annual meeting of stockholders and recognition from external organizations. Examples include being named to Fast Company’s Brands That Matter list and being recognized by U.S. News & World Report, Newsweek and TIME magazine for workplace quality, responsibility and overall performance.
By following this HRL news page, readers can track how Hormel Foods communicates its strategy, manages its portfolio of more than 30 brands and navigates market conditions across its retail, foodservice and international businesses.
Hormel Foods (NYSE: HRL) will release fiscal 2026 second-quarter earnings before markets open on Thursday, May 28, 2026 and will host a conference call at 8:00 a.m. CT / 9:00 a.m. ET. Leadership participants include Jeff Ettinger (interim CEO), John Ghingo (president), and Paul Kuehneman (interim CFO and controller).
The live webcast, replay, and related materials will be available on the Hormel Foods investor website at investor.hormelfoods.com.
Hormel Foods (NYSE: HRL) opened nominations for the 2026 class of 10 Under 20 Food Heroes, seeking nominees under age 20 working on food security and sustainable food-system solutions. Honorees receive mentorship, a $2,500 donation, a recognition event at company HQ, and internship opportunities.
HERDEZ (NYSE:HRL) launches the HERDEZ® Asada line, an exclusive Walmart collection of marinades, taco seasonings, and Mexican-style BBQ sauces available nationwide starting April 28, 2026.
All products are priced under $4, include carne asada and pollo asado marinades that work in as little as 30 minutes, and are formulated for grill, stovetop and air fryer use.
Hormel Foods (NYSE: HRL) completed the sale of its whole-bird turkey business to Life-Science Innovations (LSI) on April 24, 2026. LSI acquired the Melrose whole-bird production facility, a Swanville feed mill, and related transportation assets; the Melrose facility will operate as Legacy Turkey.
Hormel Foods retained the JENNIE-O brand and its value-added turkey portfolio, including ground turkey, deli meats, turkey burgers, turkey bacon, turkey franks, and the right to sell JENNIE-O OVEN READY whole birds and turkey breasts. The workforce in Melrose joined LSI and supply contracts with dedicated third-party hen growers were assumed by LSI. Financial terms were not disclosed; additional details will appear in the company's next Form 10-Q.
Hormel Foods (NYSE: HRL) announced that Richard Carlson, vice president of global food safety and quality management, will retire after a 35-year career, effective May 1, 2026. Jeremiah Johnson, a 20-year company veteran and director of food safety management, will succeed Carlson as vice president.
The company emphasized Johnson's food safety, quality and regulatory expertise and operational experience, and leadership remarks were provided by interim CEO Jeff Ettinger and president John Ghingo.
Hormel Foods (NYSE: HRL) declared a quarterly common-stock dividend of $0.2925 per share on March 23, 2026. The dividend will be paid May 15, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business April 13, 2026.
This payment will be the 391st consecutive quarterly dividend, reflecting an unbroken record of regular quarterly distributions since the company became public in 1928.
Hormel Foods (NYSE: HRL) identified five pizza trends for 2026: specialized heat (Calabrian chili), brisket as a premium protein, meat-forward "Triple Pepperoni" pies, global fusion toppings, and specialty crusts. 43% of U.S. consumers seek new flavors; Calabrian chili interest grew 59% and Indian-inspired toppings grew 98% over four years.
The company will showcase Hot Calabrian products and other innovations at International Pizza Expo (Booth #1725).
SPAM brand (NYSE:HRL) and Bachan's launched a limited-edition SPAM Japanese Barbecue Sauce Flavored (12 oz.) product, available exclusively at Walmart beginning March 7, 2026, for a suggested retail price of approximately $4 while supplies last.
This collaboration combines SPAM and Bachan's Original Japanese Barbecue Sauce, celebrating Japanese-American food culture and fan-driven pairings like musubi and fried rice.
Hormel Foods (NYSE: HRL) reported first quarter fiscal 2026 results: net sales $3.03 billion, organic net sales +2%, diluted EPS $0.33 and adjusted diluted EPS $0.34. Operating income was $244 million and cash flow from operations was $349 million. The company updated operating income and diluted EPS guidance while reaffirming adjusted full‑year guidance.
Portfolio moves included the completed sale of Justin's majority interest and a pending whole‑bird turkey sale expected to close in Q2 FY2026.
Hormel Foods (NYSE: HRL) appointed Donald Monk as its first chief technology officer, effective March 23, 2026. Monk will lead enterprise technology, digital and data strategy to support long-term growth and modernization of the company’s technology platforms.
Monk brings more than 35 years of global technology leadership, including three decades at General Mills where he served as chief information officer, and is tasked with building modern digital capabilities and high-performing global teams.