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Smithfield Foods
AddedFeb 15, 2024
UpdatedJun 28, 2026
Smithfield Foods

Smithfield Foods

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Smithfield Foods, Inc.: A global American company specializing in processing and producing various meat products.

HQ
Smithfield, VA, US
Founded
1936
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Smithfield Foods, Inc. is a global American company headquartered in Smithfield, Virginia, specializing in processing and producing various meat products, including hams, hogs, meats, and pork products. The company's core mission is encapsulated in its motto, "Good food. Responsibly.®," emphasizing quality food production, environmental stewardship, and community involvement. Smithfield Foods serves customers worldwide and is committed to making a positive impact through its operations.

Smithfield Foods has achieved significant milestones in the food industry, becoming a leading name in meat processing with a broad portfolio of products enjoyed by families globally. The company is known for its dedication to sustainability and social responsibility, providing good jobs and contributing positively to the communities it serves. Notable brands under Smithfield Foods include Eckrich®, which further solidifies its presence in the market.

Smithfield Foods - Quick Facts

When was Smithfield Foods founded?

Smithfield Foods was founded in 1936.

Where is Smithfield Foods' headquarters located?

Smithfield Foods' headquarters is located in Smithfield, VA, US.

How many employees does Smithfield Foods have?

Smithfield Foods has 7,833 employees as of Feb 4, 2024.

Smithfield Foods - Classification

Industry
  • Retail
Ownership
  • Public
Technology
  • Agriculture
Geographic Exposure
  • Global
Revenue
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Consumers
Main Product
  • Meat
  • Pork
Tags
  • Distribution
  • Food Processing
Unique IDs
  • ein: 520845861
  • secCik: 0000091388
  • ticker: SFD
NAICS
  • 310000Manufacturing
  • 311000Food Manufacturing
SIC
  • 2000Food And Kindred Products
ISIC
  • 1010Processing and preserving of meat
  • 4630Wholesale of food, beverages and tobacco
  • 6630Fund management activities
Show 29 more industry codes
NAICS
  • 110000Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting
  • 112000Animal Production and Aquaculture
  • 112300Poultry and Egg Production
  • 311600Animal Slaughtering and Processing
  • 311610Animal Slaughtering and Processing
  • 311611Animal (except Poultry) Slaughtering
  • 424000Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
  • 424400Grocery and Related Product Merchant Wholesalers
  • 424410General Line Grocery Merchant Wholesalers
  • 420000Wholesale Trade
  • 520000Finance and Insurance
  • 523000Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
  • 523900Other Financial Investment Activities
  • 523940Portfolio Management and Investment Advice
SIC
  • 200Agricultural Production-livestock And Animal Specialties
  • 250Poultry And Eggs
  • 259Poultry And Eggs, Not Elsewhere Classified
  • 2010Meat Products
  • 2011Meat Packing Plants
  • 5100Wholesale trade--nondurable goods
  • 5140Groceries And Related Products
  • 5141Groceries, General Line
  • 4000Railroad Transportation
  • 6200Security And Commodity Brokers, Dealers, Exchanges, And Services
  • 8700Engineering, Accounting, Research, Management, And Related Services
  • 6280Services Allied With The Exchange Of Securities Or Commodities
  • 8740Management And Public Relations Services
  • 6282Investment Advice
  • 8742Management Consulting Services