2009 Highlights

  • 16 Future Culinart Leaders Sponsored in the Culinary Enrichment and Inovation Program
  • 9% Water Use Reduction Since 2006 (When NOrmalized for Production
  • $4.2 Million Donated as Caritable Contributions
  • 219,598 Total Hours Spent on Training
  • 100% Animal Care Requirements Met by Individuals Who Supply Hogs to Hormel Foods
  • $15.9 Million Distributed to Eligible Employees as Part of Company Profit-sharing
  • 16 Future Culinart Leaders Sponsored in the Culinary Enrichment and Inovation Program
  • 10 of 12 Independent members on the Board of Directors
  • 40% of Product Innovation Work Focused on Health and Wellness
  • 7,275 Fewer Tons of Solid Waste Send to Landfills

Animal Welfare Expert Visits Austin (Minn.) Plant

Progressive Processing

"This facility is at the top for the industry ... everything is wonderful; it’s highly managed and perfectly maintained."

Temple Grandin, Ph.D., professor of animal science, Colorado State University

Executive Summary

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