Tyson Foods chairman receives new equity awards

Tyson Foods, Inc. reports that Chairman John H. Tyson received awards of 51,876.188 performance shares and 51,876.188 restricted stock units tied to Class A Common Stock.

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Tyson Foods, Inc. reports that Chairman John H. Tyson received awards of 51,876.188 performance shares and 51,876.188 restricted stock units tied to Class A Common Stock. The performance shares vest on November 25, 2028 only if multi-year operating income and relative total shareholder return goals are met. Following these awards, he directly holds 2,989,973.087 Class A shares, including 557.623 shares acquired through a dividend reinvestment plan since his prior ownership filing.

Insider Trade Summary

Grant/Award: 103,752.376 shares

Grant/Award 3 txns

Insider TYSON JOHN H

Role Chairman of the Board

Type	Security	Shares	Price	Value
Grant/Award	Restricted Stock Units F2	51,876.188	$0.00	$0.00
Grant/Award	Performance Shares F3	51,876.188	$0.00	$0.00
holding	Class A Common Stock F1	--	--	--

Holdings After Transaction: Restricted Stock Units — 51,876.188 contracts (Direct); Performance Shares — 51,876.188 contracts (Direct); Class A Common Stock — 2,989,973.087 shares (Direct)

Footnotes (3)

1. F1. Includes 557.623 shares of the Issuer's Class A Common Stock received by the Reporting Person pursuant to the Issuer's dividend reinvestment plan since the last Statement of Changes in Beneficial Ownership was filed by the Reporting Person. Such acquisitions are exempt from Section 16 concurrent reporting requirements pursuant to Rule 16a-11.
2. F2. Award of restricted stock units ("RSUs") of which each RSU represents a contingent right to receive one share of the Issuer's Class A Common Stock. The RSUs may be settled in cash in lieu of shares and will vest in accordance with the applicable award terms.
3. F3. Award of performance Class A Common Stock which will vest on November 25, 2028 if the performance metrics described in the applicable Stock Incentive Agreement (the "SIA") are achieved. The performance metrics set forth in the SIAs are: (1) achievement of a three-year (fiscal 2026-2028) cumulative operating income target; and (2) a favorable comparison of the relative total shareholder return of the Issuer's Class A Common Stock compared to a predetermined peer group of publicly traded companies over a three-year (fiscal 2026-2028) period. Subject to the achievement of the performance metrics, the performance shares could vest at a level of 50 to 200 percent and are reported as derivative securities at the 100 percent level. The grant may be settled in cash in lieu of shares, in accordance with the applicable award terms. If none of the performance metrics are achieved, the award expires.

Key Figures

Performance share award: 51,876.188 shares Restricted stock unit award: 51,876.188 units Class A shares held after transactions: 2,989,973.087 shares +4 more

7 metrics

Performance share award 51,876.188 shares Performance shares granted to John H. Tyson on 2026-07-10

Restricted stock unit award 51,876.188 units RSUs granted to John H. Tyson on 2026-07-10

Class A shares held after transactions 2,989,973.087 shares Direct holdings of Tyson Foods Class A Common Stock following reported awards

Dividend reinvestment shares 557.623 shares Class A shares acquired via dividend reinvestment plan since last ownership filing

Performance share vesting date November 25, 2028 Scheduled vesting date if performance metrics for fiscal 2026-2028 are achieved

Award grant price $0.0000 per unit Grant price for both performance shares and RSUs awarded to John H. Tyson

Performance vesting range 50% to 200% Possible vesting level of performance shares relative to target, based on SIA metrics

Key Terms

Restricted Stock Units, Performance Shares, dividend reinvestment plan, total shareholder return, +2 more

6 terms

Restricted Stock Units financial

"Award of restricted stock units ("RSUs") of which each RSU represents a contingent right"

Restricted stock units are a type of company reward where employees are promised shares of stock, but they only fully own these shares after meeting certain conditions, like staying with the company for a set time. They matter because they can become valuable assets and are often used to motivate employees to help the company succeed.

Performance Shares financial

"Award of performance Class A Common Stock which will vest on November 25, 2028"

Performance shares are a type of company stock given to executives or employees that only become theirs if the company meets specific goals, like hitting certain profits or growth targets. They motivate leaders to work toward the company’s success, because their additional shares depend on achieving these results.

dividend reinvestment plan financial

"Includes 557.623 shares ... received ... pursuant to the Issuer's dividend reinvestment plan"

A dividend reinvestment plan lets shareholders automatically use cash dividends to buy more shares of the same company instead of receiving the money. It matters to investors because it turns regular payouts into a steady way to grow ownership and take advantage of compound returns—like having your savings automatically buy additional slices of a pie over time—while often reducing transaction costs and smoothing purchase timing.

total shareholder return financial

"a favorable comparison of the relative total shareholder return of the Issuer's Class A Common Stock"

Total shareholder return is the overall gain an investor gets from owning a stock, combining changes in the share price plus any cash payouts like dividends, and assuming those payouts are reinvested in more shares. Investors use it like a single score that shows the true return on their investment—similar to checking both the growth of a savings account and the interest earned—to compare how well different companies or investments perform over time.

Stock Incentive Agreement financial

"described in the applicable Stock Incentive Agreement (the "SIA") are achieved"

Rule 16a-11 regulatory

"Such acquisitions are exempt from Section 16 concurrent reporting requirements pursuant to Rule 16a-11."

FAQ

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What insider transaction did Tyson Foods (TSN) report for John H. Tyson?

John H. Tyson reported receiving 51,876.188 performance shares and 51,876.188 restricted stock units tied to Tyson Foods Class A Common Stock. These equity awards were granted at a price of $0.0000 per unit as part of his compensation.

How many Tyson Foods (TSN) Class A shares does John H. Tyson hold after this Form 4?

After the reported awards, John H. Tyson directly holds 2,989,973.087 shares of Tyson Foods Class A Common Stock. This total includes 557.623 shares acquired through the company’s dividend reinvestment plan since his prior beneficial ownership statement.

What are the vesting conditions for John H. Tyson’s performance shares at Tyson Foods (TSN)?

The performance shares vest on November 25, 2028 only if specified performance metrics are achieved. These include three-year (fiscal 2026-2028) cumulative operating income targets and relative total shareholder return versus a defined peer group over the same period.

How do the restricted stock units reported by Tyson Foods (TSN) work for John H. Tyson?

The award consists of 51,876.188 restricted stock units, each representing a contingent right to receive one Class A share. Under the award terms, the RSUs may be settled in cash instead of shares and will vest according to the applicable grant documentation.

What does the dividend reinvestment plan disclosure mean in Tyson Foods (TSN) chairman’s Form 4?

The filing notes that 557.623 Class A shares were received through Tyson Foods’ dividend reinvestment plan since the last ownership report. These automatic acquisitions are exempt from concurrent Section 16 reporting under Rule 16a-11, but are now reflected in his updated share balance.

Can John H. Tyson’s performance share grant at Tyson Foods (TSN) be reduced or increased?

Yes. The performance share award can vest between 50% and 200% of the target level based on performance metrics in the Stock Incentive Agreement. It is reported at the 100% target level, and the grant may be settled in cash instead of shares.

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SEC Form 4

FORM 4

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940

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1. Name and Address of Reporting Person^*

TYSON JOHN H

(Last) (First) (Middle)

2200 W DON TYSON PARKWAY

(Street)

SPRINGDALE ARKANSAS 72762

(City) (State) (Zip)

UNITED STATES

(Country)

2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
TYSON FOODS, INC. [ TSN ]

5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)

X	Director		10% Owner
X	Officer (give title below)		Other (specify below)
	Chairman of the Board

2a. Foreign Trading Symbol

3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
07/10/2026

6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)

X	Form filed by One Reporting Person
	Form filed by More than One Reporting Person

4. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3)	2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	3. Transaction Code (Instr. 8)		4. Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed Of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5)			5. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 3 and 4)	6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
			Code	V	Amount	(A) or (D)	Price
Class A Common Stock								2,989,973.087(1)	D

Table II - Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned (e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3)	2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security	3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	4. Transaction Code (Instr. 8)		5. Number of Derivative Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5)		6. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)		7. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 3 and 4)		8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5)	9. Number of derivative Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 4)	10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
				Code	V	(A)	(D)	Date Exercisable	Expiration Date	Title	Amount or Number of Shares
Restricted Stock Units	(2)	07/10/2026		A		51,876.188		(2)	(2)	Class A Common Stock	51,876.188	$0	51,876.188	D
Performance Shares	(3)	07/10/2026		A		51,876.188		(3)	(3)	Class A Common Stock	51,876.188	$0	51,876.188	D

Explanation of Responses:

1. Includes 557.623 shares of the Issuer's Class A Common Stock received by the Reporting Person pursuant to the Issuer's dividend reinvestment plan since the last Statement of Changes in Beneficial Ownership was filed by the Reporting Person. Such acquisitions are exempt from Section 16 concurrent reporting requirements pursuant to Rule 16a-11.

2. Award of restricted stock units ("RSUs") of which each RSU represents a contingent right to receive one share of the Issuer's Class A Common Stock. The RSUs may be settled in cash in lieu of shares and will vest in accordance with the applicable award terms.

3. Award of performance Class A Common Stock which will vest on November 25, 2028 if the performance metrics described in the applicable Stock Incentive Agreement (the "SIA") are achieved. The performance metrics set forth in the SIAs are: (1) achievement of a three-year (fiscal 2026-2028) cumulative operating income target; and (2) a favorable comparison of the relative total shareholder return of the Issuer's Class A Common Stock compared to a predetermined peer group of publicly traded companies over a three-year (fiscal 2026-2028) period. Subject to the achievement of the performance metrics, the performance shares could vest at a level of 50 to 200 percent and are reported as derivative securities at the 100 percent level. The grant may be settled in cash in lieu of shares, in accordance with the applicable award terms. If none of the performance metrics are achieved, the award expires.

Remarks:

	/s/ Marissa Savells by Power of Attorney for John H. Tyson	07/14/2026
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