Smithfield Foods, officially known as Smithfield Foods, Inc., is a leading player in the global food industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1936, the company has established itself as a prominent producer of pork products, operating primarily in the Midwest and Southeast regions of the US.
With a diverse portfolio that includes fresh pork, packaged meats, and value-added products, Smithfield Foods is renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability. The company has achieved significant milestones, including being one of the largest pork processors in the world, and is recognised for its innovative practices in animal welfare and environmental stewardship.
Smithfield Foods continues to maintain a strong market position, driven by its dedication to delivering high-quality products that meet the evolving needs of consumers.
+4 vs industry average
Smithfield Foods’s score of 21 is higher than 56% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Food Product Manufacturing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Food Product Manufacturing industry has increased its overall emissions by 9% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Smithfield Foods's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Smithfield Foods reported approximately 89.6 million kg CO2e in Scope 1 emissions. This marks a significant reduction from 2023, where emissions were about 237.6 million kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to become carbon negative in all U.S. company-owned operations by 2030. Additionally, Smithfield Foods is targeting a 50% reduction in food loss and waste in its manufacturing facilities by 2030, compared to a 2021 baseline. The company also aims for a 75% reduction in solid waste compared to a 2010 baseline, with a goal of achieving zero waste to landfill certification at 75% of its U.S. facilities by 2025. These initiatives reflect Smithfield's commitment to sustainability and reducing its environmental impact, as part of its broader strategy to address climate change. Smithfield Foods, a subsidiary of Smithfield Foods, Inc., cascades its emissions data and climate targets from its parent organisation, ensuring alignment with industry standards and practices.
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Smithfield Foods’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
5 goals2025
75% reduction in all scopes
Achieve a 75% reduction in solid waste compared with a 2010 baseline and zero waste to landfill (ZWTL) certification at 75% of our U.S. faci…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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