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LA VICTORIA® (NYSE:HRL) has launched a new line of Mexican-inspired topping sauces and salsa, expanding its product portfolio. The release includes three new topping sauces: Chipotle, Fiery Jalapeño, and Sweet & Spicy, alongside a new Verde Habanero Salsa.

The topping sauces come in 9-ounce squeeze bottles, while the Verde Habanero Salsa is available in 15.5-ounce jars. The products are priced at $3.49-$3.99 and are now available at major retailers including Kroger and Walmart. These new offerings aim to extend Mexican flavors beyond traditional applications, encouraging culinary creativity in everyday meals.

Hormel Foods' (NYSE:HRL) SKIPPY® brand has launched the 'SKIPPY® Crushin' It' tour, a four-stop campus initiative celebrating student achievement while addressing food insecurity. The tour will visit major universities including University of Alabama, University of Mississippi, Clemson University, and Georgia Tech between August and September 2025.

The initiative features campus events with student athletes, activities, and giveaways. Notably, SKIPPY® will donate 5,000 jars of peanut butter at each campus, totaling 20,000 jars - enough to make over 300,000 sandwiches. The tour also includes a 'Spread the Success' giveaway, where one student per campus will win a monthly supply of peanut butter for their remaining undergraduate years.

Hormel Foods (NYSE:HRL) has launched two new pepperoni flavors: Jalapeño and Dill Pickle, responding to growing consumer demand for bold and adventurous taste experiences. The new varieties aim to capitalize on current flavor trends, with data showing 65% of consumers expressing interest in pickle-forward offerings.

The new products are designed for multiple consumption occasions, including pizza toppings, sandwiches, charcuterie boards, and direct snacking. Both varieties are now available at major grocery retailers nationwide and through online channels.

Hormel Foods (NYSE: HRL) has scheduled its third quarter earnings conference call for August 28, 2025, at 8:00 AM CT. The company will release its earnings report before market open on the same day.

Key executives participating in the call include Jeff Ettinger (interim CEO), John Ghingo (president), and Jacinth Smiley (EVP and CFO). Investors can access the webcast and replay through Hormel's investor relations website at investor.hormelfoods.com.

Hormel Foods (NYSE:HRL) has announced the nationwide rollout of SPAM® sushi products at Kroger's Family Stores, including Ralphs Grocery Company. To celebrate National SPAM® Musubi Day on August 8, the company is launching the SPAM® Musubi Mobile, a seven-foot-tall food truck shaped like a SPAM® Musubi that will visit select Southern California Ralphs locations.

The permanent sushi lineup includes Hawaiian-inspired SPAM® Musubi and Japanese-inspired SPAM® Norimaki, available at fresh sushi counters nationwide. Consumers can get free samples through a digital coupon valid until August 9, 2025. The celebration includes free samples, merchandise, coupons, music, and outdoor games at selected locations.

Hormel Foods (NYSE:HRL) has announced a limited-edition collaboration between its SPAM® brand and Dr. Seuss Enterprises, launching the Green Eggs & SPAM® Classic Twin Pack. The special release commemorates the 65th anniversary of "Green Eggs and Ham" on August 12.

The collectible twin pack will be available exclusively at select Walmart stores nationwide while supplies last. The collaboration includes special can artwork and the SPAM® brand's first official Green Eggs & SPAM® Classic recipe. Additionally, limited-edition co-branded merchandise will be available exclusively at shop.drseuss.com.

Hormel Foods (NYSE:HRL) has announced two key leadership appointments in its Retail business segment. Paul Peil, a 35-year company veteran, has been promoted to Vice President of Marketing for Fresh and Ready Meats, overseeing fresh pork, Jennie-O, Hormel® Cure 81® brand, and the deli category.

Additionally, Christie Crouch joins as Vice President of Marketing for Snacking and Entertaining, where she will lead brand-building initiatives for the company's snacking portfolio, including Planters®, Corn Nuts®, Hormel® pepperoni, and Hormel Gatherings®.

Hormel Foods (NYSE: HRL) has opened nominations for its 2025 class of 10 Under 20 Food Heroes program, seeking young leaders under 20 years old who are working to create a more sustainable food system. The program, in its fourth year, accepts nominations through September 15, 2025 at 10under20foodheroes.com/nominate.

Selected Food Heroes will receive comprehensive support including mentorship, potential internship opportunities, executive networking sessions, and hands-on experiences. Winners and their guardians will be invited to Hormel Foods' headquarters in Austin, Minnesota, for a celebration in December 2025, along with financial support to further their initiatives.

Hormel Foods (NYSE: HRL) has been recognized as one of the 60 Best Companies to Sell For by Selling Power magazine for the 24th consecutive year. The recognition highlights the company's sales organization excellence, focusing on their sales team's effectiveness in customer relationships and product distribution.

The selection process evaluated companies across multiple criteria, including compensation and benefits, hiring practices, sales training, sales enablement, and diversity and inclusion. The company's sales professionals are responsible for increasing product distribution, expanding product usage, and implementing marketing strategies while serving as primary customer contact points.