Think of Tyson Foods as an 800-pound chicken -- with a bullish attitude. One of the largest US chicken producers (with some 50 processing plants), Tyson's purchase of beef and pork giant IBP Fresh Meats made it a giant in the worldwide meat-processing industry, serving retail, wholesale, and foodservice customers in the US and more than 80 countries overseas. In addition to fresh meats, Tyson produces processed and pre-cooked meats, refrigerated and frozen prepared foods, and animal feeds. Its chicken operations are vertically integrated -- the company hatches the eggs and then supplies contracted growers with chicks and feed. Former chairman Don Tyson is the controlling owner of the company.
Sector: Consumer Goods
Industry: Food & Beverage
