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Hormel Foods Releases 20th Annual Global Impact Report

PR Newswire•14/10/2026•08:00 ET
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Key Highlights

  • ➤Hormel Foods released its 20th annual Global Impact Report covering FY2025 progress
  • ➤Applegate sourced 100% of APPLEGATE beef hot dog beef from certified regenerative farms
  • ➤Hormel removed more than 2.5 million pounds of virgin plastics from packaging
  • ➤Hormel launched more than 420 new items across Retail, Foodservice and International segments
  • ➤Hormel donated approximately $12.4 million in cash and product, including over 5 million food pounds

Expert Statements

Jeff Ettinger, interim chief executive officer of Hormel Foods

“For 135 years, Hormel Foods has been guided by the belief that good business and good deeds go hand in hand”

Jeff Ettinger, interim chief executive officer of Hormel Foods

“As we mark the release of our 20th Global Impact Report, we're proud of the progress we've made. Good Feeds Us All provides a clear framework for how we approach our global impact priorities, helping us focus on the areas where we can make the greatest difference. The progress highlighted in this report reflects the dedication of our team members around the world and our continued commitment to creating lasting value for the people, communities and ecosystems connected to our business.”

John Ghingo, president and chief executive officer-elect of Hormel Foods

“Our commitment to sustainability, responsible growth and creating long-term value remains central to our strategy, and we will continue working to strengthen our positive impact on people, communities and the planet for years to come.”

John Ghingo, president and chief executive officer-elect of Hormel Foods

“While we are proud of the progress reflected in this report, we are equally focused on the opportunities ahead. By advancing our environmental and social priorities and integrating them into how we operate and innovate, we can help create a stronger, more resilient future for generations to come.”

Hormel Foods Releases 20th Annual Global Impact Report PR Newswire

The milestone report highlights two decades of global impact and continued progress through the company's Good Feeds Us All framework

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