Smithfield Foods, Inc.

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is a global food company and the world's largest pork processor and hog producer. Founded in 1936, the company is headquartered in Smithfield, Virginia, and operates across the United States and internationally. Smithfield Foods is a wholly-owned subsidiary of WH Group, a Chinese multinational meat and food processing company.

Sustainability

Smithfield Foods has made significant strides in sustainability, focusing on various aspects such as environmental stewardship, animal welfare, and community involvement. The company has committed to reducing its greenhouse gas emissions and has set a goal to become carbon negative in its U.S. company-owned operations by 2030. Smithfield has also invested in renewable energy projects and has implemented numerous initiatives to reduce water and energy usage across its operations.

Smithfield Foods publishes an annual sustainability report that details its progress and initiatives. The company has received several sustainability certifications, including ISO 14001 for environmental management and ISO 50001 for energy management. However, it is important to note that Smithfield has faced criticism and legal challenges related to environmental and animal welfare issues in the past.