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Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE: HRL), headquartered in Austin, Minnesota, is a globally recognized Fortune 500 company, noted for its extensive portfolio of consumer-branded food and meat products. Renowned for quality, taste, and nutrition, Hormel Foods has built a strong reputation among consumers, retail grocers, foodservice, and industrial customers. The company’s diverse product range includes hams, bacon, sausages, franks, canned luncheon meats, stews, chilis, hash, meat spreads, shelf-stable microwaveable entrees, and salsas.
Historically meat-focused, Hormel Foods has broadened its offerings to include various protein sources, becoming a comprehensive branded food company. Its major brands like Hormel, Spam, Jennie-O, Columbus, Applegate, Planters, and Skippy hold dominant market positions in their respective categories. In fiscal 2023, U.S. retail accounted for 64% of sales, U.S. food service for 30%, and international sales for 6%, with 70% of sales from perishable food and 30% from shelf-stable products.
Recently, Hormel Foods has demonstrated strong performance across its business segments, particularly in the first quarter of fiscal 2024. The company’s strategic initiatives in transformation and modernization have shown promising results. Highlights include broad-based volume growth, robust demand for foodservice products, and significant progress in their Planters® snack nuts business. CEO Jim Snee emphasized the team's focused execution of strategic priorities and improvements in the supply chain, which have positively impacted the company’s growth trajectory and shareholder returns.
The company's ongoing projects include the redesign of the HORMEL® NATURAL CHOICE® product packaging, reducing packaging material by 337,000 pounds annually, and introducing HORMEL® Ribbon Pepperoni, aimed at improving pizza preparation efficiency for foodservice operators. Additionally, Hormel Foods continues to support young innovators through its 10 Under 20 Food Heroes program, recognizing and mentoring youth driving positive change in the food system.
Hormel Foods Corporation reported strong financial results for the second quarter of fiscal 2024, with continued growth in the Foodservice and International segments, improvements in the supply chain, and stable volumes across its business. The company remains focused on strategic initiatives to drive long-term growth and shareholder returns, reaffirming its commitment to excellence in quality, sustainability, and community impact.
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Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE: HRL) announced participation in the Dine, Shop & Share for No Kid Hungry campaign, contributing funds to ensure children receive necessary meals for education. Hormel Foods will match donations up to $10,000 until Oct. 16, 2020. The campaign aims to support children facing hunger due to COVID-19, with every $1 donation providing up to 10 meals. Hormel Foods has donated over $50 million in cash and products in the last five years, demonstrating strong corporate responsibility.
Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE: HRL) declared a quarterly dividend of 23.25 cents per share, to be paid on November 16, 2020. This will mark the 369th consecutive quarterly dividend paid since the company went public in 1928. Stockholders of record as of October 19, 2020 will receive this payment. Hormel has maintained regular dividend payments without interruption, reinforcing its stability and commitment to returning value to shareholders.
Hormel Foods has launched a promotional tour featuring its new Hormel™ Black Label™ Oven-Baked Egg Bites, with free samples available at various retail locations across the East Coast and Midwest. The tour kicks off on Sept. 28 in Flemington, N.J., and concludes on Oct. 23 in Homewood, Ill.. Hormel aims to engage consumers and express gratitude to healthcare workers during the ongoing pandemic. The Egg Bites, priced at $3.49, can be found at major retailers including Walmart and Shop Rite.
Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE: HRL) released its 14th annual corporate responsibility report, detailing progress made in fiscal 2019. The company surpassed goals in reducing solid waste, water use, and nonrenewable energy by 10%. Hormel launched over 500 new products and conducted over 1,800 animal care audits. Recognized as a top corporate citizen, Hormel donated $7 million, focusing on combating hunger and education. The report adheres to Global Reporting Initiative standards, with a full report available online.
Hormel Foods has launched Hormel™ Black Label™ Oven-Baked Egg Bites and Hormel™ Black Label™ Breakfast Combos, targeting consumers seeking convenient, high-protein breakfast options. The egg bites come in three varieties, each rich in protein, with the Bacon version containing 16 grams per serving. Available in microwaveable trays, these products retail for $3.49. The Breakfast Combos feature pancakes paired with bacon or sausage, priced at $2.99. Both product lines aim to meet the increasing demand for quick and nutritious breakfast alternatives.
Hormel Foods announces the launch of its Happy Little Plants® pepperoni style topping at select Papa Murphy's locations. This new plant-based option caters to the growing consumer demand for healthier food choices without sacrificing taste. Developed in collaboration with chefs and foodservice operators, the topping maintains a traditional pepperoni flavor profile. The launch will occur in cities including Austin, Dallas, and Las Vegas. Hormel continues to expand its plant-based offerings, having introduced the Happy Little Plants® brand in 2019.
Hormel Foods has launched the inaugural "10 Under 20 Food Heroes Awards" to honor ten remarkable youths working for a sustainable food system. Celebrated during the company's Spirit Week from Sept. 14-18, the awards ceremony replaces the Small Change Big Impact Food Summit at Harvard University, postponed due to COVID-19. Awardees will receive grants to support their initiatives against food insecurity and environmental protection. Hormel also recognized 19-year-old Joshua Williams for his charitable work, which has assisted over 600,000 individuals.
The HERDEZ® brand, known as the top-selling salsa brand in Mexico, has launched a new line of refrigerated guacamole featuring authentic flavors and simple ingredients. Debuting in the U.S., the HERDEZ™ Traditional Guacamole line is made with seven ingredients, including Hass avocados and fresh vegetables, and comes in Mild and Spicy varieties. Priced between $2.64 and $5.99, it aims to cater to the growing avocado consumption in American households. This new product will be available nationwide in grocery store deli sections.
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