JBS Foods is a global, diversified protein company that processes, prepares and packages food for customers and consumers around the world. Operating in 15 countries with more than 150,000 team members, the company produces beef, poultry, pork and lamb as well as value-added and branded foods, and serves customers in approximately 100 countries.
JBSFounded in 1953 as a butcher shop in Anápolis, Brazil, JBS has grown into a global food producer with more than 250 production facilities and sales in over 180 countries. Its operations span animal-protein processing and prepared foods, and the company also operates in sectors including leather, biodiesel, fertilizers, collagen, and biotechnology. JBS reports a global workforce of more than 280,000 team members.SOUDERTON, PA
Tyson Foods, IncTyson Foods is a protein-focused food producer that processes chicken, beef, and pork and makes prepared foods for customers in the United States and international markets. Founded as an international operation in China in 2001 and tracing its company story to hard work and family purpose, Tyson reports $54 billion in fiscal year 2025 sales and about 133,000 team members as of February 2026. Its business spans food production, processing, and distribution, with brands including Tyson, Jimmy Dean, and Hillshire Farm.NEW HOLLAND, PA
Empire PackingFounded in Memphis in 1987 and acquired by JBS USA in 2020, Empire Packing produces retail case-ready meats and provides custom food processing and packaging services. Its 1,250 team members make 6 million pounds of case-ready products each week for major U.S. grocers, with four processing facilities spanning the country. The company also produces Ledbetter branded retail products and smoked offals at its Memphis facility.MASON, OH
Smithfield Foods, IncSmithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company that produces packaged meats and fresh pork products. Founded 90 years ago, the company describes a broad network of U.S. processing facilities and relationships with U.S. farmers, supplying quality protein to customers around the world.CINCINNATI, OH