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We create leading brands and products, improve food and worker safety, and focus on the future of the food industry.

Originate, don’t imitate.

George A. Hormel

For more than 130 years, innovation has been part of our DNA. To ensure our continued success, mission-driven innovation must be Our Way Forward.

Yet, innovation doesn’t just happen. We have an inspired team of innovation leaders charged with organizing and advancing our efforts. A tremendous amount of innovation happens here everyday.

And that’s just the beginning; each of us has a role to play in moving our uncommon company forward even faster. From thinking of ways to streamline our processes, to improving supply chain operations, to introducing new lines of products – This is The Originate Initiative.

Insights Led, Data Driven

Our innovation practices are unique.

What makes us distinct is our competitive advantage. We use our partnerships and broad industry connections to create category leading brands and utilize best in class practices and technologies. When we develop products internally, we draw from a remarkable braintrust of partners, customers, suppliers and world class experts for both ideation and execution.

Stories
Meet the Innovators: Scott Aakre
Scott Aakre, senior vice president of Brand Fuel, introduces The Originate Initiative
Watch the Interview

Innovation is not a department, it is our philosophy.

Jim Snee, Chairman of the board, president and chief executive officer

Forging New Paths

We innovate across all facets of business.

The ability to marshal deep industry experience is what makes Hormel Foods an innovation powerhouse. We use this power not only in the creation of brands and products but in all areas of the operation to create delicious, affordable food while improving safety, reducing impacts on the environment, and supporting our inspired team.

News
Hormel is Paying for its Employees’ Kids to Attend Community College
While attending college is still regarded as a prerequisite for many jobs, college has never been more expensive
Inspired Pathways
Stories
When Less Is More
Providing safe and sustainable packaging solutions
Innovative Packaging
Press Release
Applegate Introduces Regenerative Hot Dog
The DO GOOD DOG™ hot dog furthers the company’s mission to produce meat in ways that are good for people, animals and the planet
Regenerative Hot Dog

Innovation from Across the Globe

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Brands
Hormel Foods Brings Together Multiple Brands with Introduction of COLUMBUS® Handcrafted Charcuterie Board
Walmart exclusive will feature COLUMBUS® Craft Meats, CORN NUTS® Original and JUSTIN’S® Dark Chocolate…
Press Release
Brands
PLANTERS® Brand Unveils 3 New Flavor-Forward Varieties, Expanding Its Innovative Portfolio of Cashew Snacks
Brand Launches New Lineup of Bold Flavors: Rosemary and Sea Salt, Cinnamon Brown Sugar and Dill Pickle, Already Proving to be Fan Favorites
Press Release
Innovation
The Makers of the CORN NUTS® Brand Introduce A Bold New Flavor To The Snacking Aisle – CORN NUTS® Mexican Street Corn Flavored Crunchy Corn Kernels
Inspired by elotes, a classic Mexican corn snack roasted and served right on the cob, the chili and citrus flavors pair perfectly with the distinct…
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Company
Hormel Foods Launches The Originate Initiative
Global-branded food company introduces ground-breaking efforts to foster and showcase companywide innovation
Press Release
Innovation
The Makers of the HERDEZ® Brand Introduce Mexican Refrigerated Meats Entrées Featuring True Mexican Flavors
New Heat-and-Serve Mexican Entrées Available in Shredded Chicken and Pork Carnitas Varieties Get Delicious Food on the Table in Less than 10 Minutes
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The Future of The Food Industry

We’re leading the food industry across foodservice, retail, cutting edge technologies and science.

Food-forward thinking and right-time adoption of new technologies enables continuous progress across the global company.

Stories
The Path to a Regenerative Farming Revolution
Sustainable meat is not just our future, it’s here now
Explore Regeneration
Stories
Colleges Are Shaping the Future of Food
Want to know what’s coming next in the food industry? Get in line (at a college cafeteria).
Get in line