A Message from Jim Perdue, Chairman, and Kevin McAdams, Chief Executive Officer

Perdue is proud to present our latest Company Stewardship Report, showcasing our strides toward fostering sustainability in the planet’s food systems while meeting the ever-increasing global demands for our products.

For over a century, we have aligned our operations with our core values of quality, integrity, teamwork, and stewardship, and these principles have guided us in consistently delivering high-quality, wholesome products while maintaining the trust of our customers and consumers.

At Perdue Farms, we strongly uphold the belief that conducting business with integrity, protecting, and preserving our natural resources, fostering diversity in our workforce, and treating animals ethically are not only moral imperatives, but also vital for sustained success. In this report, you’ll discover the steps we’ve taken, the investments we’ve made, and the outcomes we’ve achieved through:

• Our steadfast dedication to nurturing a diverse and inclusive workforce, understanding that diversity encompasses more than just gender, race, or ethnicity. By fostering an environment that values and embraces differences, we encourage creativity, innovation, and cooperation.
• Our unwavering commitment to the humane treatment of animals, ensuring they receive dignified and respectful care, in line with our principles of stewardship.
• Our initiatives aimed at promoting environmental sustainability and conservation across our operations. We strive to reduce our environmental impact by implementing practices that conserve natural resources, minimize waste, and advocate for renewable energy sources.
• Our commitment to being responsible members of the communities in which we live and work, fostering positive relationships, and supporting local economies through collaborative efforts.

Our report truly embodies the spirit of teamwork and partnership. Together with our stakeholders, we have built a legacy of ethical excellence. That same spirit will guide us on our path forward.