Smithfield Foods, the leading protein company committed to quality and sustainability, has completed its purchase of a premier dry sausage production facility in Nashville, Tennessee, from Cargill. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed.
The transaction fuels Smithfield’s strategy of continued growth in the value-added packaged meats segment, adding dry sausage production capacity of 50 million pounds per year. Production from the Nashville facility will support Smithfield’s existing portfolio of dry sausage brands including Margherita, Carando and Armour.
Smithfield is poised to continue to expand the packaged meats business in the rapidly growing dry sausage category.
“With the added capacity from this facility, Smithfield is poised to continue to expand our packaged meats business in the rapidly growing dry sausage category. We are pleased to welcome the employees at Nashville to the Smithfield team and look forward to continuing to serve the facility’s existing customers.”
Steve France, President, Packaged ,Meats, Smithfield Foods
Smithfield has made formal offers of employment to all employees at the Nashville facility for the same positions they previously held, with a benefits package that includes comprehensive medical coverage, a free-tuition program and other benefits.
Headquartered in Smithfield, Virginia, since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc. stands as a leading U.S. food company, employing over 54,000 people across seven countries and collaborating with thousands of American farmers. As one of the world’s foremost vertically integrated protein companies, Smithfield is committed to producing “Good food. Responsibly.®” to support a growing global population. The company firmly believes in the transformative power of protein to combat food insecurity and has donated hundreds of millions of servings to food banks, disaster relief efforts, and community outreach programs throughout all 50 U.S. states.
Smithfield Foods is renowned for its extensive portfolio of high-quality and iconic brands, including Smithfield®, Eckrich®, Gwaltney®, and Nathan’s Famous®, among others. These brands are synonymous with excellence in the protein sector, reflecting Smithfield’s dedication to quality and sustainability. By integrating responsible practices throughout its operations, Smithfield Foods not only provides superior products but also makes a significant positive impact on communities and the environment. This dedication underscores Smithfield’s commitment to nurturing a healthier world and a more sustainable future.