At John Morrell Food Group, we are committed to delivering safe, high-quality products to our customers. And to ensure those products are produced in a responsible, sustainable manner, each supplier must complete a survey to gauge their commitment to sustainable principles, including:

• Environmental Management
• Energy Conservation
• Employee Safety
• Community Involvement
• Employee Benefits
• Animal Welfare
• General Sustainability Efforts

In 2008, Smithfield Foods – John Morrell Food Group’s parent company – became the first recipient of McDonald’s Supplier Sustainability Award. Awarded to the supplier that best exemplifies the McDonald’s vision, principles and values for sustainable supply, Smithfield was recognized for practices ensuring the health and welfare of employees, the humane treatment of animals, and programs to minimize environmental impacts.