Water
We helped launch the Cedar River Watershed Partnership — a public-private partnership aimed at improving water quality.
Regenerative Agriculture
Hormel Foods is committed to supporting regenerative agriculture initiatives. Our Applegate subsidiary launched The New Food Collective™ brand in 2019. This premium brand uses pasture-raised meats and small-batch production methods. The first test product of The New Food Collective™ featured fresh sausages made from the first pork to be certified by the American Grassfed Association. The New Food Collective™ brand team is committed to sourcing from farmers and ranchers who use regenerative agricultural practices that are designed to improve soil, water retention and biodiversity.