PPC

Pilgrim's Pride Corporation operates as one of the largest chicken producers in the United States, Mexico, and Puerto Rico, and the second-largest chicken producer globally. Headquartered in Greeley, Colorado, the company produces, processes, markets, and distributes fresh, frozen, and value-added chicken and pork products to retailers, distributors, and foodservice operators. The company operates through three primary segments: U.S., U.K./Europe, and Mexico, with approximately 58,000 employees across more than 40 production facilities. Pilgrim's Pride serves major customers including restaurants, grocery chains, and food processors, offering products under various brands and private labels. The company is majority-owned by JBS S.A., the world's largest protein company. Recent strategic initiatives include capacity expansion projects, automation investments to improve operational efficiency, and continued focus on prepared foods and value-added products to enhance margins. The company generates annual revenues exceeding $15 billion and maintains significant market share in the North American poultry industry. Pilgrim's Pride emphasizes vertical integration throughout its supply chain, from feed mill operations to processing facilities, which provides cost advantages and quality control. The company continues to adapt to evolving consumer preferences for convenient, protein-rich food options while managing commodity cost fluctuations and implementing sustainability initiatives across its operations.