Smithfield Foods

It was a proud moment for our industry this week at the International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE), where exceptional young professionals were celebrated through the Young Leaders Under 30 program. We’re thrilled to congratulate Smithfield’s own Brittany Nicholes, R&D technologist, on being named one of this year’s honorees. Brittany is a key contributor on our R&D manufacturing team, collaborating across operations, business and sales to champion innovation and drive meaningful improvements at four of our largest fresh pork facilities.

Smithfield Foods is proud to highlight Sophia Christian’s inspiring career journey in our latest Doing Good feature. Through our Career Foundations Program, she built a strong career, embraced new challenges and discovered meaningful ways to give back to her hometown. Now a supply planner, Sophia says one thing has defined her path more than anything else: the people. “The people brought me back and even now, in my full-time role, they’ve truly made all the difference.” https://brnw.ch/21wZjvN

Smithfield Foods is proud to celebrate a championship moment that goes far beyond the game. Together, with our Eckrich brand, the Official Smoked Sausage and Deli Meat Sponsor of the College Football Playoff, we were thrilled to see ESPN’s Marty Smith take the field during the CFP National Championship in Miami. His three successful throws in the Eckrich® $1 Million Challenge for Teachers unlocked $600,000 to support educators nationwide through the CFP Foundation’s Extra Yard for Teachers initiative; a championship moment for all of us. https://brnw.ch/21wZeIM

Taste of Smithfield has been serving up Southern hospitality and Smithfield Foods heritage since 2012 right in our hometown of Smithfield, VA. Leading the kitchen is Chef Craig Holland, whose journey is rooted in resilience, creativity and a true passion for food. https://lnkd.in/gYG7ESie

Honored to support those who serve, Smithfield Foods recently distributed 200 hams to National Guard service members and their families at Rosecrans National Guard Base in Saint Joseph, MO, during an event organized by the Family Support Division. As a global food company, we’re proud to help ensure families have access to the protein they need.

Ever wonder how your holiday spiral ham makes it to the center of the table? Take a behind‑the‑scenes look at our Grayson, KY facility, where nearly 700 dedicated Smithfield team members work year‑round to bring this cherished tradition to life. From craftsmanship to community pride, this team produces 14 million holiday hams every year delivering holiday magic for millions of American families.

Smithfield Foods was honored to distribute 1,000 holiday hams to families across Hampton Roads yesterday, and this effort simply wouldn’t have been possible without an incredible community of partners and leaders who showed up with heart. To Kroger, the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore, the VIrginia Peninsula Foodbank, our dedicated Smithfield employee volunteers and community leaders including Senator Emily Jordan, Delegate Otto Wachsmann, Smithfield Mayor Mike Smith and Councilwoman Valerie Butler, thank you for your commitment, compassion and leadership in helping us fight hunger and support families across our community during the holiday season. Yesterday reminded us what the Season of Serving is all about, neighbors coming together to support neighbors.

Smithfield Foods today teamed up with our partners at Kroger to distribute 1,000 free holiday hams and grocery bags filled with classic side dishes as part of our Season of Serving event. This even will help ensure our neighbors facing hunger can enjoy a complete holiday meal this December. Supporting our neighbors here in the Tidewater region, and in every community where our employees live, work and raise their families, remains at the heart of who we are.

In our hometown of Smithfield, VA, residents build their futures with Smithfield Foods. Together, we’re more than a workplace, we’re a community. From providing good jobs to giving back, including a $350,000 donation to the volunteer fire department, we’re proud to make a lasting difference.

At Smithfield Foods, we know the holidays are for gathering around great food and cherished traditions, but this year we invite you to make the season uniquely yours with our new Smithfield Brand Sweet Apple Spice Glaze Spiral Ham. Consumers love the comforting flavors of the season and this ham delivers the perfect balance of savory and sweet, transforming every bite into a celebration and every table into a centerpiece of flavor. https://lnkd.in/gjUigaXf