Pilgrim’s Supports Mayfield Recovery with $1 Million Investment
December 13 2021 - 2:38PM
Pilgrim’s, leading global food company and the largest employer in
Graves County, Ky., today announced a $1 million investment to
assist with community recovery needs and support long-term
rebuilding efforts resulting from the recent tornado that impacted
the area.
“We are humbled to contribute to the relief efforts
in our hometown of Mayfield,” said Kent Massey, Pilgrim’s Mayfield
complex manager. “The community has always supported us, and we are
focused on helping with the efforts to rebuild during this critical
time.”
Pilgrim’s will determine how funds will be spent as
needs are identified, including potential partnerships with other
organizations and local relief entities. The company will also
provide assistance to its team members who were directly affected
by the storm.
“We are extremely saddened by the loss of lives in
our community,” said Fabio Sandri, Pilgrim’s chief executive
officer. “I and members of my senior team immediately traveled to
Mayfield after the tornado. The devastation we have witnessed
firsthand cannot be put into words. There is much work to be done,
and our hope is that this investment will aid in critical relief
efforts that will support the people of Mayfield.”
Since the storm took place, Pilgrim’s has been
delivering food, water, fuel and essential supplies to Mayfield to
support the community. The company has a hub set up at 1195
Macedonia St. for those who need assistance.
Pilgrim’s Mayfield employs more than 1,500 people
and supports 235 family farmers and poultry growers in the area.
The company’s poultry production facility was not directly impacted
by the storm, but two hatcheries and a feedmill were damaged.
About Pilgrim’sAs a global food company with
more than 56,000 team members, Pilgrim’s processes, prepares,
packages and delivers fresh, frozen and value-added food products
for customers in more than 100 countries. For more information,
please visit www.pilgrims.com.
Media Contact:Nikki RichardsonCorporate
Communicationsnikki.richardson@jbssa.com
Pilgrims Pride (NASDAQ:PPC)
Historical Stock Chart
From Jun 2024 to Jul 2024
Pilgrims Pride (NASDAQ:PPC)
Historical Stock Chart
From Jul 2023 to Jul 2024