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Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE: HRL) is a Fortune 500 global branded food company based in Austin, Minnesota, known for protein-centric foods sold under brands such as PLANTERS®, SKIPPY®, SPAM®, HORMEL® NATURAL CHOICE®, APPLEGATE®, WHOLLY®, HORMEL® BLACK LABEL®, COLUMBUS® and JENNIE-O®. The Hormel Foods news stream covers developments that affect its brand portfolio, financial performance and corporate strategy.
Investors and followers of HRL can use this page to monitor earnings announcements and outlook updates, including quarterly and full-year results, segment performance in Retail, Foodservice and International, and commentary on margins, input costs and strategic initiatives like the Transform and Modernize (T&M) program. Regulatory disclosures about restructuring plans, role reductions and other cost actions are also reflected in company news and related Form 8‑K filings.
News from Hormel Foods frequently highlights brand and product activity, such as new offerings from the HORMEL® MARY KITCHEN® brand, collaborations for SKIPPY® products with partners like Milk Bar®, and experiential marketing programs for the PLANTERS® brand, including the NUTmobile and Peanutter ambassador roles. These stories provide insight into how the company supports its brands, engages consumers and responds to demand for convenient, comfort-oriented foods and snacks.
Corporate updates also include leadership changes and governance milestones, such as appointments to executive roles, information about the annual meeting of stockholders and recognition from external organizations. Examples include being named to Fast Company’s Brands That Matter list and being recognized by U.S. News & World Report, Newsweek and TIME magazine for workplace quality, responsibility and overall performance.
By following this HRL news page, readers can track how Hormel Foods communicates its strategy, manages its portfolio of more than 30 brands and navigates market conditions across its retail, foodservice and international businesses.
The Natural Choice® brand launched the 2021 Good Feeds Us All Tour in partnership with BBQ expert Moe Cason, providing donations and free sandwich samples of its new hardwood smoked lunch meat. The tour, running until July 16, features events at various community organizations across the U.S., including Cub Foods locations in Minnesota. Cason emphasizes that the lunch meats are crafted using traditional methods. Natural Choice® products are 100% natural, with no preservatives or artificial ingredients, aimed at offering convenient meal solutions to families.
The makers of Natural Choice are collaborating with BBQ expert Moe Cason for the 2021 Good Feeds Us All Tour, aimed at supporting communities in need. Kicking off on June 23, 2021, the tour will visit cities like St. Paul, Des Moines, and Kansas City, featuring free public sampling events and donations. Cason’s signature sandwich made with Natural Choice hardwood smoked lunch meats will be showcased. The tour runs until July 16 and emphasizes community connections while offering wholesome meal solutions.
Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE: HRL) has announced a donation of 100,000 meals to hunger organizations while hosting its eighth virtual Concert of Hope & Thanks on June 8, 2021. This initiative builds upon the more than $1 million donated and millions of meals provided since the pandemic began. The concert features artists such as David Shaw and Judith Hill and aims to support community needs through organizations like Conscious Alliance. Hormel has pledged over $50 million to hunger-relief in the last five years and continues to engage its team of 20,000 globally.
Hormel Foods Corporation has finalized its acquisition of the Planters® snacking portfolio from Kraft Heinz, marking its largest purchase to date. This deal includes popular brands such as NUT-rition®, Cheez Balls, and Corn Nuts®, along with three production facilities. The acquisition is part of Hormel's strategy to expand its snacking offerings and enhance its brand portfolio, which also features SKIPPY® and SPAM®. Hormel's leadership anticipates significant growth potential for the Planters® brand fueled by its marketing and sales capabilities.
Sadler's Smokehouse has launched a new line of ready-to-eat pit-smoked barbeque products, including beef brisket, pulled pork, pulled chicken, and St. Louis ribs, available at select retailers this summer. The products are prepared using premium butcher-quality cuts, Texas hardwoods, and 65 years of barbeque tradition. Retail prices range from $9.99 for pulled pork to $15.99 per pound for beef brisket. The initiative aims to provide authentic Texas barbeque flavors without the hassle, enhancing convenience for BBQ enthusiasts.
Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE: HRL) has declared a quarterly dividend of 24.50 cents per share, set for payment on August 16, 2021. Stockholders of record by July 12, 2021 will receive this payment, marking the 372nd consecutive quarterly dividend since 1928. Hormel Foods, a global leader in branded food with annual revenues exceeding $9 billion, continues to honor its commitment to returning value to shareholders through its uninterrupted dividend history.
Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE: HRL) reported a strong second quarter for fiscal 2021, achieving record net sales of $2.6 billion, a rise of 8% year-over-year. Despite a 3% decrease in volume to 1.2 billion lbs, pretax earnings increased by 2% to $293 million, while diluted earnings per share remained flat at $0.42. The company also raised its full-year sales guidance to between $10.20-10.80 billion, reaffirming its EPS guidance of $1.70-$1.82. However, operating margin fell to 11.1% from 12.1%.
Hormel and The Doughnut Project celebrate National Pizza Party Day with the introduction of the Cheese the Day doughnut, available from May 21-23, 2021 in NYC. The doughnut features a base of unglazed dough topped with marinara sauce, mozzarella, and Hormel® Pepperoni Cup N' Crisp, crafted to curl while cooking, creating a savory treat unlike traditional offerings. This unique collaboration emphasizes Hormel's innovation in food trends, appealing to pizza lovers and foodies alike.
Jennie-O Turkey Store has launched a new product, Jennie-O® turkey burger blends, which combine white meat turkey with black beans, whole grain rice, and pepitas. Each burger provides 15g of lean meat-based protein and 5g of fiber. Priced between $6.99 and $7.99 for four quarter-pound patties, these products will initially be available in select markets with broader distribution expected by year-end. This development aligns with consumer trends towards plant-focused diets.
COLUMBUS® Craft Meats, a subsidiary of Hormel Foods, has launched its new Pepperoni Paninos, featuring premium dry-cured pepperoni rolled with mozzarella cheese. Retailing at approximately $5.99 for a six-pack, this product caters to the increasing consumer demand for grab-and-go snacks and charcuterie experiences. The launch expands Columbus's panino offerings, which include other varieties like Prosciutto and Genoa Salame Paninos. The products are available nationwide, enhancing Columbus's presence in the deli market.