Smithfield Foods Donates $150,000 in Grant Funding to the National FFA Organization

August 16, 2024 Smithfield Foods, Inc.

As a corporate partner of the National FFA Organization, Smithfield has committed to providing annual funding for Smithfield’s chapter grants program. The chapter grants program was launched in spring 2024 and offers FFA members the opportunity to experience and take part in activities in which they otherwise would not be able to.

Smithfield Foods Completes Purchase of Dry Sausage Facility from Cargill

August 8, 2024 Smithfield Foods, Inc.

The transaction fuels Smithfield’s strategy of continued growth in the value-added packaged meats segment, adding dry sausage production capacity of 50 million pounds per year. Production from the Nashville facility will support Smithfield’s existing portfolio of dry sausage brands including Margherita, Carando and Armour.

Margherita Debuts 100% All-Natural Charcuterie Cuts for the Ultimate Snacking Experience

July 31, 2024 Margherita

Margherita®, an expert in crafting Italian meats using the highest standards and time-honored techniques, is growing its specialty dry sausage selection with the launch of its new All-Natural Charcuterie Cuts line. Made with high-quality ingredients and authentic Italian spices, these dry sausage slices offer the perfect protein bite for curating premium snacking spreads with exceptional flavor.

WH Group To Spin-Off Smithfield Foods

July 25, 2024 Joe Cornell, Forbes

On July 14, 2024, WH Group Ltd., the parent company of Smithfield Foods, announced a spin-off of the latter’s US and Mexico operations.

Smithfield Foods Donates $10,000 and Several Tons of Protein to Support North Carolina Tribal Community

July 24, 2024 Smithfield Foods

Smithfield Foods donated $10,000 and 30,500 pounds of protein to the Lumbee Regional Development Association, Inc. (LRDA), an organization created to provide vital services and resources for the Lumbee Indian communities to improve social and economic conditions in North Carolina.