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Smithfield Foods Brings Signature Sustainability Program to Life Through New “Good Is What We Do” Campaign

October 5, 2021 Smithfield Foods

Smithfield Foods, Inc. launched “Good Is What We Do,” a new digital campaign showcasing how the company’s commitment to “Good food. Responsibly.®” comes to life through its industry leading, holistic sustainability program featuring seven core pillars: animal care; diversity, equity & inclusion; environmental stewardship; food safety & quality; health & wellness; helping communities; and worker health & safety. …

Smithfield and Gene Haas Foundation Donate $50,000 to Tuesday’s Children Charity In Honor of The 20th Anniversary of Sept. 11

September 16, 2021 Smithfield Foods

Smithfield® and the Gene Haas Foundation had the honor of recognizing Tuesday’s Children – an organization formed in the wake of 9/11 that provides a lifetime of healing for families who have been affected by terrorism, military conflict or mass violence – with a $50,000 donation at Stewart-Haas Racing’s headquarters in Kannapolis, N.C.  …

Janky Leg BBQ Crowned First-Ever Overall Winner of the Smithfield Classic BBQ Competition

September 13, 2021 Smithfield Foods

Smithfield® congratulates Janky Leg BBQ on taking home the overall title at the Smithfield Classic at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn. last weekend. …

Smithfield to Host $50,000 Purse BBQ Competition – Smithfield Classic – This Labor Day Weekend In Nashville

September 3, 2021 Smithfield Foods, Inc.

This Labor Day Weekend, the world of barbecue is gathering at the Smithfield Classic at Nissan Stadium’s Lot N in Nashville, Tenn. to find out who’s the best of the best in the categories of chicken, pork ribs, pork, and beef brisket and who will take home the $50,000 purse. While no stranger to the world of competitive barbecue, this event marks Smithfield’s first competition in Nashville and, to celebrate, the brand is upping the ante with the high dollar prize, donations to local and national charities, and a special Military Salute to thank service members for their efforts in the community over the past year. …

Farmland Donates $100,000 to The National FFA Organization to Help Support The Future of Farming and America’s Food Supply

August 23, 2021 Smithfield Foods, Inc.

Farmland® recognized the National FFA Organization and its positive impact in the agricultural industry through a check donation of $100,000. The gift is part of the 2021 Honoring the Heartland Tour, an initiative launched by Farmland in June to show appreciation for the honest work and tireless commitment in Midwest farming communities, agriculture industries, and retail establishments, and to support the next generation of farmers, which includes the more than 760,000 current FFA student members. …