Upon completion of Tyson Foods’ merger with The Hillshire Brands Co., Sean Connolly, former Hillshire president and CEO, announced his resignation to pursue other interests.
Tyson Fresh Meats, Inc., a Dakota Dunes, S.D.-based subsidiary of Tyson Foods, Inc., extended its Backyard Flavors brand with Beef Skirt Steak with Smokey Chili Sauce and Beef Flat Iron with Mesquite Seasoning.
Tyson Foods Inc., Springdale, Ark., announced plans to expand its Goodlettsville, Tenn., Fresh Meats plant, to include four additional production lines and expanded cold storage capabilities.
Tyson Foods takes home Refrigerated & Frozen Foods’ fourth annual 2014 Sustainable Supply Chain of the Year award for its efforts in resource conservation, sustainable environmental practices and reduction in truck miles, among other carbon footprint reduction initiatives.