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Hormel Foods (NYSE: HRL) was named to Fast Company's 2025 Brands That Matter list on December 3, 2025.

The recognition cites brands that resonate culturally and demonstrate business impact; Hormel Foods earned the honor for its multi‑brand, multi‑channel "Here for the Snacks" Big Game campaign. The campaign united HORMEL pepperoni, HERDEZ, WHOLLY, PLANTERS, HORMEL Chili, and Hormel Gatherings to position snacking as central to game‑day culture. Company marketing leaders commented that the award reflects creative campaigns that connect with consumers and drive results, and Fast Company's editor highlighted the honorees' audience engagement and cultural relevance.

Hormel Foods (NYSE: HRL) announced its 2025 class of 10 Under 20 Food Heroes, recognizing 10 U.S. youth leaders working on food security, waste reduction, sustainable agriculture, and community support. Honorees will visit Hormel Foods' global headquarters in Austin, Minnesota for recognition, mentorship, and scaling support. The program includes mental health and resilience training through Be Strong for cohorts and families. Individual honorees cited include founders of nonprofits addressing composting, food recovery, foster care meals, bee conservation, and large-scale meal and supply distribution.

Hormel Foods (NYSE: HRL) announced a 1% increase to its quarterly dividend, raising the implied annualized dividend to $1.17 per share. The Board authorized a quarterly dividend of $0.2925 per share to be paid on February 17, 2026 to shareholders of record as of January 12, 2026. This action marks the 60th consecutive annual dividend increase and the 390th consecutive quarterly dividend paid since the company has regularly paid dividends as a public company.

The company reported over $12 billion in annual revenue and noted membership in the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats, underscoring its long history of shareholder payouts.

Hormel Foods (NYSE: HRL) announced on November 17, 2025 it was named to Military Times' 2025 Best for Vets employer list for the 13th consecutive year. Military Times evaluates recruitment, retention and support for service members, military spouses and caregivers. Hormel cited its HMVET employee resource group and hiring efforts for veterans as central to the recognition.

The listing reflects the company's continued programs for veteran recruitment and workplace integration.

Hormel Foods (NYSE: HRL) will release fourth-quarter and full-year earnings before markets open on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025. Management — Jeff Ettinger (interim CEO), John Ghingo (president) and Paul Kuehneman (interim CFO and controller) — will discuss results and provide commentary on the company’s fiscal 2026 outlook during a conference call at 8:00 a.m. CT / 9:00 a.m. ET.

The event will be available via webcast with a replay and related materials posted on the company’s investor website at investor.hormelfoods.com.

Hormel Foods (NYSE: HRL) announced the 2025 recipients of the $10,000 Hormel Heroes Scholarships, awarded to two students with military backgrounds pursuing restaurant, foodservice and hospitality degrees. The 2025 winners are Jazmen Wilkerson and Shawn Ruiz. The program is administered by the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation and to date has awarded $200,000 to 15 students.

Wilkerson is a retired Culinary Specialist First Class who served 11 years in the U.S. Navy and is studying hospitality management at Morgan State University. Ruiz is a 20-year U.S. Air Force veteran finishing hospitality management at American University. NRAEF has awarded over $27 million in scholarships since 1987; awards range from $2,500 to $10,000.

Jennie-O (NYSE:HRL) partners with MyHeritage to help consumers explore family roots this Thanksgiving through the Jennie-O Thanksgiving Roots and Recipes campaign.

From Nov 5 to Dec 31, 2025, customers who buy a JENNIE-O whole turkey can redeem three months free of MyHeritage by uploading their receipt to JennieORootsAndRecipes.com. The initiative includes a recipe collection featuring dishes from over 80 countries and a history-making Roots and Recipes Dinner on Ellis Island showcasing more than 50 culturally rich dishes.

Resources, full recipes, nutrition details, and purchase info are available at jennieo.com and the brand's social channels.

Hormel Foods (NYSE: HRL) announced a corporate restructuring on Nov. 4, 2025 to align resources with strategic priorities and support long-term growth. The plan includes a voluntary early retirement program, closure of many open roles and reductions across the office-based workforce, expected to eliminate approximately 250 corporate and sales positions. The company expects restructuring charges of $20–$25 million, mainly for one-time pension benefits, cash severance, stock compensation and employee benefit costs, with most charges incurred in Q4 fiscal 2025 and Q1 fiscal 2026. Management said resources will be redirected toward technology, innovation, food safety and people capabilities to strengthen brands and improve efficiency.

Jennie-O (HRL) will feature its Big Turkey Spectacular float in the 99th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade on Thursday, Nov. 27, 2025, marking the brand's sixth consecutive year in the Parade.

Multi‑award‑winning artist Shaggy will perform a mashup of his hits on the Jennie-O float. The float measures 36 ft long, 25 ft wide, and 24 ft tall, uses >200 pounds of glitter, has 25‑ft tail feathers engineered to release confetti, and includes a motion‑activated top hat that reveals poults.

The Parade airs on NBC and Peacock starting at 8:30 a.m. in all time zones. Jennie‑O is also launching a "Thanksgiving Roots and Recipes" campaign based on a 5,000‑respondent survey and offering holiday help via 1-800-TURKEYS and live chat.