Canada Reinstates Smithfield's Tar Heel Facility for Exports

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Smithfield Foods announced that Canadian exports from its Tar Heel, North Carolina facility have resumed operations. The facility had faced a temporary suspension of imports by Canadian authorities due to issues with specific offal shipments. The matter has been resolved through collaboration with the USDA and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency.

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• Quick resolution of export suspension minimizing business disruption
• Reinstatement of Canadian market access for Tar Heel facility

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• Recent quality control issues with offal shipments leading to temporary export suspension

SMITHFIELD, Va., March 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Canadian exports from Smithfield's Tar Heel, NC facility have resumed. Last week, Canada temporarily suspended imports from this facility following an issue with a limited number of certain offal shipments. We are grateful to the USDA and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency for a quick resolution of this matter.

About Smithfield Foods
Smithfield Foods, Inc. (Nasdaq: SFD) is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. With a diverse brand portfolio and strong relationships with U.S. farmers and customers, we responsibly meet demand for quality protein around the world.

 

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FAQ

When did Canada reinstate Smithfield's (SFD) Tar Heel facility exports?

Canada reinstated exports from Smithfield's Tar Heel facility in March 2025, following a brief suspension.

Why were Smithfield's (SFD) exports to Canada temporarily suspended?

Exports were suspended due to issues with a number of certain offal shipments from the Tar Heel facility.

Which regulatory agencies were involved in resolving Smithfield's (SFD) Canadian export suspension?

The USDA and Canadian Food Inspection Agency worked together to resolve the export suspension.

How long was Smithfield's (SFD) Tar Heel facility suspended from exporting to Canada?

The facility faced a brief suspension lasting approximately one week before being reinstated.