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Vital Farms, Inc. (Nasdaq: VITL) is a Certified B Corporation and Delaware public benefit corporation that focuses on pasture-raised eggs and related egg-based foods. Started on a single farm in Austin, Texas in 2007, the company has become a national consumer brand working with more than 500, and in some disclosures 575, family farms. Its products, including shell eggs, butter, hard-boiled eggs, and liquid whole eggs, are sold in tens of thousands of retail stores and used by hundreds of foodservice operators across the United States.
The VITL news feed highlights company developments that matter to investors and followers of the ethical food and consumer staples sectors. Regular news items include quarterly financial results, updates on long-term revenue targets, and details on capacity expansions such as the Seymour, Indiana facility known as Vital Crossroads (VXR) and additional production lines at Egg Central Station in Springfield, Missouri. These updates provide insight into how Vital Farms is scaling its supply chain while maintaining its focus on animal welfare and sustainable farming practices.
News coverage also features participation in investor conferences, investor days, and communications about the company’s strategic priorities. In addition, Vital Farms occasionally announces marketing campaigns tied to its pasture-raised eggs, such as a one-time batch of dog treats made with Vital Farms eggs to celebrate working dogs on family farms and in homes, which the company notes is not a new retail category.
By following Vital Farms news, readers can see how management describes demand trends for its pasture-raised products, the growth of its family farm network, and the investments it makes in processing capacity and digital systems. For ongoing context on VITL, this page aggregates these announcements in one place.
Vital Farms (VITL) has launched a -edition Gingerbread Farmhouse Kit in collaboration with Supernatural and King Arthur Baking Company. The $65 kit includes coupons for Vital Farms pasture-raised eggs and butter, gingerbread and icing mixes from King Arthur Baking, plant-based sprinkles and food colorings from Supernatural, hen and cow cookie cutters, and piping bags. The kit features preservative-free ingredients and comes with a barn blueprint and tutorial video. The concept celebrates the farming tradition of 'raising the barn' while offering a unique twist on traditional gingerbread house making.
Vital Farms (VITL) reported strong Q3 2024 financial results with net revenue increasing 31.3% to $145.0 million compared to $110.4 million in Q3 2023. The company achieved notable improvements with gross margin expanding to 36.9%, net income reaching $7.4 million, and adjusted EBITDA of $15.2 million. Based on strong performance, Vital Farms raised its fiscal year 2024 guidance, now expecting net revenue of at least $600 million and adjusted EBITDA of at least $80 million. The company maintains its trajectory toward reaching its $1 billion net revenue target by 2027, supported by expansion to over 375 family farms and development of a new egg facility in Indiana.
Vital Farms (VITL), a Certified B focused on ethically produced foods, has scheduled its third quarter 2024 financial results announcement for November 7, 2024, before market open. The company will host a conference call and webcast at 8:30 a.m. ET on the same day to discuss the results. Investors can access the live webcast through the company's Investor Relations website, where it will also be archived for future reference.
Vital Farms (Nasdaq: VITL) has appointed Reena Van Hoven as its new Chief People Officer (CPO), effective September 16, 2024. Van Hoven, with nearly 20 years of experience in human resources, joins from Danone North America where she served as North American Senior Vice President of Talent and Rewards. In her new role, she will lead Vital Farms' People Team, overseeing Business Partnerships, Org & People Development, and Total Rewards.
The appointment aligns with Vital Farms' strategy to strengthen its organizational culture and talent development as it aims to become a $1B company. Stephanie Coon, the current SVP of People & Strategy, will transition to focus solely on strategy as SVP of Strategy, remaining on the Senior Leadership Team.
Vital Farms (Nasdaq: VITL) has appointed Joe Holland as Chief Supply Chain Officer (CSCO), effective September 1, 2024. With over 25 years of experience in consumer packaged goods (CPG) operations, Holland will lead Vital Farms' supply chain team, including its egg washing and packing facilities and dairy operations. He will oversee Supply Chain and Logistics, Production Operations, Food Safety Quality Assurance, Dairy Operations, and Integrated Business Planning teams.
Holland's appointment aims to drive operational excellence and support Vital Farms' goal of reaching $1B in net revenue by 2027. He succeeds Jason Dale, who will remain in an advisory role through the end of 2024. The company expects Holland's expertise to further innovate and strengthen its supply chain, aligning with its commitment to ethical food production and stakeholder-focused business model.
Vital Farms (Nasdaq: VITL) reported strong Q2 2024 financial results, with net revenue increasing 38.5% to $147.4 million. The company's performance was driven by volume gains of 35.8% and price/mix benefits. Gross margin expanded to 39.1%, and net income rose to $16.3 million. Based on these results, Vital Farms has raised its fiscal year 2024 guidance, now expecting net revenue of at least $590 million and Adjusted EBITDA of at least $75 million. The company also announced plans for a new egg washing and packing facility in Seymour, Indiana, which is expected to be operational by 2027 and support its goal of reaching $1 billion in revenue by 2027.
Vital Farms (Nasdaq: VITL), a Certified B offering ethically produced foods nationwide, has announced its plans to report second quarter 2024 financial results on August 8, 2024, before market open. The company will host a conference call and webcast at 8:30 a.m. ET on the same day to discuss the results.
Investors and interested parties can participate in the live call by dialing +1-800-715-9871 (North America) or +1-646-307-1463 (international) with the Conference ID: 8674985. Alternatively, a live webcast will be available on the Vital Farms Investor Relations website. The webcast will be archived for 30 days following the event.
Ernst & Young (EY) has honored Russell Diez-Canseco, President & CEO of Vital Farms (Nasdaq: VITL), as the Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2024 Gulf South Award winner. This prestigious award celebrates leaders who disrupt markets and transform industries. Diez-Canseco was selected by an independent panel for his ability to create long-term value, demonstrate growth, and make a substantial impact.
Since joining Vital Farms in 2014, Diez-Canseco has expanded the company’s network of family farms from 50 to over 300 and driven net revenue growth from $28.7M in 2014 to $471.9M in 2023. As President & CEO since 2019, he led the company’s IPO in 2020 and set a goal of reaching $1 billion in net revenue by the end of 2027. As a Gulf South award winner, he is eligible for the national awards in November 2024, with the potential to compete for the World Entrepreneur Of The Year® Award in June 2025.
Learn more about Entrepreneur Of The Year at EY's website.
Vital Farms (Nasdaq: VITL) announced plans to open a second egg washing and packing facility in Seymour, Indiana, by 2027. This new 72-acre facility, named Egg Central Station (ECS) Seymour, aims to support over 165 family farmers and create more than 150 jobs in its first phase. The expansion is expected to add over $350 million in revenue, pushing the company closer to its goal of $1 billion in annual net revenue by 2027. The facility will adopt the environmental and operational standards of its first award-winning facility in Springfield, Missouri, featuring advanced automation and a flow-through design for improved efficiency and safety. Groundbreaking is set for mid-2025.
Vital Farms (Nasdaq: VITL), a Certified B offering ethically produced foods, has launched a new campaign called “Early Birds,” celebrating women excelling in their fields. The campaign, directed by Sarah Chatfield, features real Vital Farms farmers and will appear during National Women’s Soccer League, Ladies Professional Golf Association, and ladies' tennis events through November 2024. The spots highlight the hard work of farmers and athletes, drawing parallels between their dedication and progress. The campaign includes linear TV and streaming ads, as well as media sponsorships and social media promotions on TikTok, Instagram, and Snapchat.
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