Smithfield Foods

Smithfield Foods Spins Off European Business Amid US IPO Plans

Smithfield Foods, the world's largest pork processor, has announced the separation of its European operations as it plans to list in the United States.

Maple Leaf Foods To Spin Off Pork Business

Canadian consumer packaged meats company Maple Leaf Foods has decided to spin off its pork business, paving the way for future growth through two independe...

China's Big Pig Breeders Dig In As Losses And Debts Mount

The biggest pig breeders in China, consumer of fully half the world's pork, seem to have bitten off more than they can chew.

US Pork Firms Split Over Congress Bill To Overturn California Animal Welfare Law

Some big US pork producers that have spent money to comply with a California law requiring more living space for certain farm animals are lukewarm about le...

Chinese Pork Giant WH Group Processes More Chicken To Offset Competition

Chinese pork processing giant WH Group processed 30% more poultry last year, the company said, as it diversifies into other meats to lower costs and become...

US Meat Plants Relaxed Some COVID-19 Safety Protocols After Outbreaks: Unions

US meat and chicken plants that reported some of the country's largest coronavirus outbreaks last year have eased or adjusted protective measures.

Smithfield Foods CEO To Retire In Early 2021

Smithfield Foods Inc, the world's largest pork processor, has said that its president and chief executive officer Kenneth Sullivan will retire in early 202...

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