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Hello, wondering if we can update the logo to improve the article quality. The current logo being used is warped and the colors are not quite right.
Hormel has made their Company Logos available for download, so a good replacement would be to use the one found here https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Hormel-Foods_logo.pdf Thank you.
Hello-Mary-H (talk) 21:19, 23 April 2019 (UTC)
Hi Mary. I agree that the newer version is much better, unfortunately, the image has the following tag added to it:
The uploader did not provide sufficient information (a valid and suitable tag) on this media's copyright status. Unless the copyright status is provided, the file could be deleted seven days after the upload (23 April 2019). Please note that Commons does not accept files claimed under fair use.
To resolve this issue, the following decision tree should be taken:
Personally I think your best bet would be to skip to step number 2.[a] In either event, the file will need to be uploaded in a more suitable container. PDF's are not used for images; PNG or SVG are preferred.[b] Regards, Spintendo 22:38, 23 April 2019 (UTC)
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@Spintendo: Thank you and let me do some work on this. Appreciate your response and hard work, as always! Hello-Mary-H (talk) 22:47, 23 April 2019 (UTC)
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Description: This is the logo for Hormel Foods. Author: Hormel Foods Source: https://www.hormelfoods.com Article: Hormel Purpose: The image is placed in the infobox at the top of the article discussing Hormel, a subject of public interest. The significance of the logo is to help the reader identify the organization, assure the readers that they have reached the right article containing critical commentary about the organization, and illustrate the organization's intended branding message in a way that words alone could not convey. Minimality This is an SVG vector image of a registered trademark or a copyright-protected logo, seal or computer icon. This image should not be rendered any larger than is required for the purposes of identification and/or critical commentary. The default rendering of this image is of a size and resolution sufficient to maintain the quality intended by the company or organization, without being unnecessarily high resolution. Commercial: This image does not limit the copyright holder's ability to profit from the original source, nor will it dilute the importance or recognition of the logo in connection with its organization. Replaceability: Because it is a non-free logo, there is almost certainly no free representation. Any substitute that is not a derivative work would fail to convey the meaning intended, would tarnish or misrepresent its image, or would fail its purpose of identification or commentary. Other information: Use of the logo in the article complies with Wikipedia non-free content policy, logo guidelines, and fair use under United States copyright law as described above. |
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markup in order to get it to fit right in the infobox. It's not really a pressing issue, just more of an annoyance — but you might want to fix that at some time in the future. You just need to click "Upload a new version" on the file's page. Usually the svg format eliminates all of the whitespace around a logo, so I'm not sure what happened here. Also remember to nominate the Commons version of this logo for deletion. thanks Spintendo 22:03, 26 April 2019 (UTC)@Spintendo: Thanks again. I'll see if I can get a fixed logo. I agree that the current version is off/annoying. The Commons version has already been deleted. Hello-Mary-H (talk) 22:19, 26 April 2019 (UTC)
Hello, I uploaded a new file however it looked warped and way off, not a good replacement for the current version. So I am not sure how to remedy. Is it possible that the container being used makes the visual not work correctly? Any help appreciated. Thank you.
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Hello-Mary-H (talk) 21:51, 2 May 2019 (UTC)
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This other file looks like its been uploaded to Wikimedia Commons, where it should not be. Any replacement file should be added to the original file location as an update. On the file's page, underneath File history is a link that says "Upload a new version of this file". That is what you would select to upload a newer version. However, as you're encountering difficulties editing the base image itself, it would probably be best to just leave the file as is. If you upload a newer version it will replace the version we already have, and if the newer version is no better or contains errors, that version will have to be deleted. Until you are able to perfect the image itself, I would hold off on uploading additional versions.
Spintendo 22:14, 2 May 2019 (UTC)
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Hello, wondering if we can delete Muscle Milk as it is no longer a Hormel brand. Thank you. Suggested new info:
Delete: Muscle Milk in the “Brands” box listing on the far right of the page.[1] Hello-Mary-H (talk) 13:52, 8 July 2019 (UTC)
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Hello, wondering if the image currently on the page labeled Strike at Hormel Packing Plant, Austin, 1933 is appropriate for fair-use and free usage on Wikipedia. Thank you. Hello-Mary-H (talk) 21:46, 23 September 2019 (UTC)
Please use WP:FFD
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Hello, in the 2010–present Corporate Responsibility paragraph, I would like to suggest updated text and new independent sources. Thank you.
Suggested new info: Delete: In 2016, 2017 and 2018, the company was named to the Human Rights Campaign's Best Places to Work for LGBT equality.[51]
Add: Since 2016, the company was named to the Human Rights Campaign's Best Places to Work for LGBT equality for each consecutive year.
https://www.hrc.org/resources/best-places-to-work-2017
https://www.hrc.org/resources/best-places-to-work-2018
Hello-Mary-H (talk) 22:00, 23 September 2019 (UTC)
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Hello, for the infobox I would like to suggest some possible changes, based on the statement that “As of July 28, 2019, the Company had approximately 18,700 employees worldwide” from a 10-K annual report SEC filing by Hormel. Thank you.
Suggested new link: Delete: Number of employees 20,000 (2018)[3]
Add: Employees 18,700
http://www.snl.com/Cache/c399450492.html
Hello-Mary-H (talk) 19:17, 24 September 2019 (UTC)
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Hello, I would like to suggest some possible changes. Can we please delete:
The line was developed in concert with three parties, as "Hormel brought food formulation, packaging and shelf stability knowledge, (chef de cuisine) Ron DeSantis brought taste and texture expertise, and the Cancer Nutrition Consortium offered the nutritional framework."[45]
Add suggested text: The line was developed in concert with three parties, as "Hormel brought food formulation, packaging and shelf stability knowledge, (chef de cuisine) Ron DeSantis brought taste and texture expertise, and the Cancer Nutrition Consortium offered the nutritional framework"[45] with input from nutritionists Dr. Stacey Bell and Kathy McManus.
https://www.cancernutrition.org/board/dr-stacey-bell/
Hello-Mary-H (talk) 21:32, 24 September 2019 (UTC)
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Is it possible to add a red link for Cancer Nutrition Consortium for a new article to be created since it is notable and verifiable? Thank you.
https://newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org/discussion/mayo-clinic-radio-cancer-nutrition-consortium/
http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/sSrhtFb3M0h/Cancer+Nutrition+Consortium+Celebrates+Launch
https://www.fooddive.com/news/hormel-takes-cue-from-nestle-with-new-medical-foods-line/418505/
https://www.cancernutrition.org/research/
Hello-Mary-H (talk) 22:17, 25 September 2019 (UTC)
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Hello, I would like to suggest some possible changes. Note I have included new company sources that hopefully show nutritional expertise.
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Can we please delete: The line was developed in concert with three parties, as "Hormel brought food formulation, packaging and shelf stability knowledge, (chef de cuisine) Ron DeSantis brought taste and texture expertise, and the Cancer Nutrition Consortium offered the nutritional framework."[45] Add suggested text: The line was developed in concert with three parties, as "Hormel brought food formulation, packaging and shelf stability knowledge, (chef de cuisine) Ron DeSantis brought taste and texture expertise, and the Cancer Nutrition Consortium offered the nutritional framework"[45] with input from nutritionists Dr. Stacey Bell and Kathy McManus. https://www.cancernutrition.org/board/dr-stacey-bell/ https://www.cancernutrition.org/board/katherine-mcmanus-m-s-r-d-l-d-n/ Hello-Mary-H (talk) 23:10, 30 October 2019 (UTC) Hormel page Oct 30 #2
In June 2019, the company announced the product launch of a vegan pizza topping for foodservice customers and in September 2019, launched a vegan, soy-based, non-GMO ground meat substitute called Happy Little Plants for foodservice and retail customers. https://www.happylittleplants.com/ https://www.convenience.org/Media/Daily/2019/Sept/6/4-Kellogg-Hormel-Start-Plant-Product_Marketing https://www.livekindly.co/hormel-vegan-meat-happy-little-plants/ Hello-Mary-H (talk) 23:49, 30 October 2019 (UTC) Hello, I would like to suggest some possible changes. Can we please add: In April 2019, together with Harvard University Dining Services, the company hosted the first ever Small Change Big Impact Food Summit at Harvard University, where ideas were offered to improve the future of food. https://www.triplepundit.com/story/2019/7-insider-predictions-about-future-food/83156/ https://foodforfree.org/what-were-up-to-summer-2019-edition/ https://www.theshelbyreport.com/2019/04/04/hormel-hosts-food-summit/ |
Hello-Mary-H (talk) 00:03, 31 October 2019 (UTC)
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Hello, I would like to suggest some possible changes. Can we please add:
In June 2019, the company announced the product launch of a vegan pizza topping for foodservice customers and in September 2019, launched a vegan, soy-based, non-GMO ground meat substitute called Happy Little Plants for foodservice and retail customers. [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] [8] [9]
Hello-Mary-H (talk) 16:26, 31 October 2019 (UTC)
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Daily Mail and other sources are not considered reliable for use on Wikipedia. Please also avoid citing trade publications and articles based on company press releases. ~Anachronist (talk) 18:30, 31 October 2019 (UTC)
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Hello, I would like to suggest some possible changes. Can we please add:
In September 2019, the company launched a vegan, soy-based, non-GMO ground meat substitute called Happy Little Plants for foodservice and retail customers.[1][2]
Hello-Mary-H (talk) 20:49, 5 November 2019 (UTC)
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Hello, looking to update article. Thank you. Suggested new info: Add: Hormel acquired the nut butter producer Justin's for reportedly $286M on May 18, 2016.[1]
Hello-Mary-H (talk) 18:08, 26 November 2019 (UTC)
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Overview: Acquired Organization: Justin's. Justin's produces the most delicious nut butters, nut butter snacks and organic peanut butter cups. Acquiring Organization: Hormel Foods. Hormel Foods is a Fortune 500, multinational manufacturer and marketer of consumer-branded food and meat products. Announced Date: May 18, 2016. Acquisition Type: Acquisition. Price $286M. Acquisition Status: Complete.
Hi Mary, the reference that you're proposing to use here is Crunchbase, but the use of that site as a source in articles is deprecated, owing to this RfC held in February of this year. Do you have any other sources that may be used? Please advise. Thank you! Regards, Spintendo 19:11, 26 November 2019 (UTC)
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Hello, looking to update article. Thank you. Suggested new info:
Add: Hormel acquired the nut butter producer Justin’s for 280M on May 26, 2016.[1][2]
Hello-Mary-H (talk) 21:08, 26 November 2019 (UTC)
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On May 26, 2016, the Company acquired Justin's, LLC (Justin's) of Boulder, Colorado, for a purchase price of $280.9 million. The transaction provides a cash flow benefit resulting from the amortization of the tax basis of assets, the net present value of which is approximately $70.0 million. The purchase price was funded by the Company with cash on hand and by utilizing short-term financing. This acquisition allowed the Company to enhance its presence in the specialty natural and organic nut butter category.
Hormel Foods Corp., the Austin, Minn.-based maker of Skippy and Spam, has acquired Boulder-based nut butter company Justin's…. Justin's will continue operating in Boulder as a subsidiary of Hormel, said Justin Gold, the namesake and founder of the maker of nut butter spreads and squeeze packs, and chocolate peanut butter cups.
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Hello, wondering if we can update the article. Thank you. Suggested new info:
Delete: Number of employees 18,700 (2019)[4]
Add: Number of employees 20,000 (2019)[1] — Preceding unsigned comment added by Hello-Mary-H (talk • contribs) 20:24, 26 December 2019 (UTC)
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She took a job at Hormel Foods Corporation right out of college. Hormel Foods has about 20,000 employees worldwide. The company's headquarters is in Austin, Minn.
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Hello, wondering if we can update the article. Thank you. Suggested new info:
Delete: Total assets US$ 8.142 billion (2018)
Add: Total assets US$ 8.10 billion (2019)[1]
Hello-Mary-H (talk) 19:14, 28 December 2019 (UTC)
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Financial position total assets 8,109,004
Done Spintendo 19:25, 28 December 2019 (UTC)
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Hello, wondering if we can update the article. Thank you. Suggested new info:
Delete: Net income US$ 4.661 billion (2018)[3]
Add: US$ 9.49 billion (2019) [1] — Preceding unsigned comment added by Hello-Mary-H (talk • contribs) 21:23, 28 December 2019 (UTC)
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Volume and net sales 9,497,317
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parameter. Now you've asked for a net sales figure to be placed under net income. Please clarify. Regards, Spintendo 23:36, 28 December 2019 (UTC)This edit request by an editor with a conflict of interest has now been answered. |
Hello, wondering if we can add this info to the article. Thank you. Suggested new info:
Add: Throughout the 1930s, Hormel ads were featured on the radio program The George Burns and Gracie Allen Show.[1][2]
Hello-Mary-H (talk) 18:19, 29 December 2019 (UTC)
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Spam was born. The catchy name for the amalgam of pork, salt, water, potato starch, sugar and sodium nitrite was registered as a trademark in 1937, and an all-out marketing campaign soon followed. Teams of young sales executives dubbed "Spam Crews" and a 60-member female performing troupe called "The Hormel Girls" extolled the product all over the country. George Burns and Gracie Allen promoted Spam on their radio show. By 1940, it was eaten in 70% of America's urban homes.
1940 Spammy the pig, SPAM's mascot, appears with George Burns and Gracie Allen on their hit radio show.
Regards, Spintendo 18:34, 29 December 2019 (UTC)
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inline template, which I've since removed because the reference is a digital copy without any page numbers. The source otherwise does not need to be replaced. Regards, Spintendo 19:42, 29 December 2019 (UTC)This edit request by an editor with a conflict of interest has now been answered. |
Hello, wondering if we can update the article with this info. Thank you. Suggested new info:
Add: According to the Military Times, the company has been listed in the Best for Vets Employers Top 100 consecutively since 2013.[1]
Hello-Mary-H (talk) 20:12, 3 January 2020 (UTC)
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Regards, Spintendo 20:21, 3 January 2020 (UTC)
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Hello, wondering if we can update the info box in the article. Thank you. Suggested new info:
Delete: Net sales US$ 9.55 billion (2018)
Add: Net sales US$ 9.50 billion (2019)[1]
Hello-Mary-H (talk) 01:20, 14 December 2019 (UTC)
Hello, wondering if we can update the info box in the article. Thank you. Suggested new info:
Delete: Operating income US$ 459 million (2018)[2]
Add: Operating income US$ 673 million (2019)[2] Hello-Mary-H (talk) 01:26, 14 December 2019 (UTC)
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY – FISCAL 2019, Volume of 4.74 billion lbs., down 1%; organic volume1 flat, Net sales of $9.50 billion, down 1%; organic net sales1 up 1%, Operating income of $1.20 billion, up 1%.
Cash on hand increased to $673 million from $459 million at the beginning of the year.
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Hello, wondering if you can help me figure out if there is a broken link for Stagg Chili in the info box? Did a Stagg Chili WP page used to exist? Thank you.
Hello-Mary-H (talk) 23:39, 27 January 2020 (UTC)
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Hello, wondering if we can update the article with this info. Thank you. Suggested new info:
Add: Can we possibly add back in operating income and net income? Operating income is $1.20 billion per this financial filing press release and net income is 979M per Market Watch. Please advise and thank you.
https://www.marketwatch.com/investing/stock/hrl/financials
Hello-Mary-H (talk) 18:08, 3 February 2020 (UTC)
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parameter could not be added, because the source indicated a net sales figure. Although some companies make a comparison between net income and net sales, others do not. Please provide a source which unequivocally states the net income as "net income".Regards, Spintendo 20:55, 3 February 2020 (UTC)
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Hello, wondering if additional links can help restore the Stagg Chili page possibly. Or please advise if there is another way to proceed. Thank you.
https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-2000-mar-25-sp-12551-story.html
https://www.staggchili.com.au/history/
https://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/168379/bon-appetit
Hello-Mary-H (talk) 21:38, 14 February 2020 (UTC)
Regards, Spintendo 01:18, 15 February 2020 (UTC)
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Hello, wondering if we can update the article so that the source is independent. Thank you. Suggested new info:
Add: In 1986, Hormel Foods acquired Jennie-O Foods[1]
Hello-Mary-H (talk) 23:22, 6 March 2020 (UTC)
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Hello, wondering if we can update the article in two places so that the source for each one is independent. Thank you. Suggested new info:
Add: Key People James Snee[2](Chairman, President, CEO)
Add: Leadership timeline James Snee[3]
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Earl B. Olson launched Farmer's Produce Company in Minnesota in 1949. It operated a small creamery and raised turkeys on the side. In 1953, the company named its eviscerated turkey the "Jennie-O," after Earl and Dorothy Olson's daughter, Jennifer. In 1971, the company changed its name to Jennie-O Foods and began expanding its operations and product line. Jennie-O in 1986 became part of Hormel Foods Corporation, which also acquired the Turkey Store in 2001. Hormel changed the name for the two brands to the Jennie-O Turkey Store, which is now America's largest turkey producer.
Jim Snee became the CEO of Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE:HRL) in 2016.
Jim Snee became the CEO of Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE:HRL) in 2016.
Hello-Mary-H (talk) 22:34, 9 March 2020 (UTC)
Hello, wondering if we can update the article so that the source is independent of Hormel. Thank you. Suggested new info:
Add: That same year, Hormel Foods acquired The Turkey Store, the business was combined with Jennie-O Foods to form Jennie-O Turkey Store.[1]
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Earl B. Olson launched Farmer's Produce Company in Minnesota in 1949. It operated a small creamery and raised turkeys on the side. In 1953, the company named its eviscerated turkey the "Jennie-O," after Earl and Dorothy Olson's daughter, Jennifer. In 1971, the company changed its name to Jennie-O Foods and began expanding its operations and product line. Jennie-O in 1986 became part of Hormel Foods Corporation, which also acquired the Turkey Store in 2001. Hormel changed the name for the two brands to the Jennie-O Turkey Store, which is now America's largest turkey producer.
Hello-Mary-H (talk) 00:49, 12 March 2020 (UTC)
Hello, wondering if we can update the article so that the source is independent. Thank you. Suggested new info:
Add: Leadership timeline Jeff Ettinger 2006-2016[1]
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CEO Jeffrey Ettinger is already at his desk, orchestrating Hormel's rapid growth and plotting new ways to make the world love Spam…. Since becoming boss in 2006, the 53-year-old CEO has emphasized not just meat classics like ham, turkey, sausages, and bacon, but also faster-growing Mexican foods, such as burritos and guacamole, and higher-margin products such as microwaveable meals.
Hello-Mary-H (talk) 00:12, 13 March 2020 (UTC)
Hello, wondering if we can update the article so that the source is independent. Thank you. Suggested new info:
Add: Leadership timeline Jeff Ettinger 2006-2016[1]
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CEO Jeffrey Ettinger is already at his desk, orchestrating Hormel's rapid growth and plotting new ways to make the world love Spam…. Since becoming boss in 2006, the 53-year-old CEO has emphasized not just meat classics like ham, turkey, sausages, and bacon, but also faster-growing Mexican foods, such as burritos and guacamole, and higher-margin products such as microwaveable meals.
Hello-Mary-H (talk) 16:53, 15 March 2020 (UTC)
Hello, wondering if we can update the article so that the source is independent. Reformatting the request. Thank you. Suggested new info:
Add: That same year, Hormel Foods acquired The Turkey Store, the business was combined with Jennie-O Foods to form Jennie-O Turkey Store.[1]
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Earl B. Olson launched Farmer's Produce Company in Minnesota in 1949. It operated a small creamery and raised turkeys on the side. In 1953, the company named its eviscerated turkey the "Jennie-O," after Earl and Dorothy Olson's daughter, Jennifer. In 1971, the company changed its name to Jennie-O Foods and began expanding its operations and product line. Jennie-O in 1986 became part of Hormel Foods Corporation, which also acquired the Turkey Store in 2001. Hormel changed the name for the two brands to the Jennie-O Turkey Store, which is now America's largest turkey producer.
Hello-Mary-H (talk) 16:58, 15 March 2020 (UTC)
"being open to new contributors"and
"providing you with high quality financial data and analysis presented in a beautiful visual way everybody can understand, at a fraction of the cost"leaves a lot to be desired, and should not be seen as some kind of improved alternative to the company itself just sourcing this information. Regards, Spintendo 21:13, 19 March 2020 (UTC)
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Hello, wondering if we can update the article since there is new information that is not properly formatted. Also the source has not been verified and comes from an activist organization instead of a neutral one. Thank you. Suggested new info:
Delete:
2020 Abuse: Mother Pigs and Piglets Abused by Hormel Supplier https://investigations.peta.org/mother-pigs-piglets-abused-hormel-supplier/?utm_source=PETA::Google&utm_medium=Ad&utm_campaign=0518::gen::PETA::Google::Grant-Dynamic::::searchad&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIkMrZgaqb6wIVksDACh0jBgISEAAYASAAEgJCzvD_BwE
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Hello, wondering if we can update the article for accuracy. Hormel stopped processing lamb decades ago and currently has one U.S. gyro product under the Fontanini brand. It is a 83% beef, 17% lamb gyro meat product listed on the Hormel Foodservice site: https://www.hormelfoodservice.com/brand/fontanini/additional-offerings/
Thank you. Suggested new info:
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Hormel Foods Corporation is an American company founded in 1891 in Austin, Minnesota, by George A. Hormel as George A. Hormel & Company. Originally focusing on the packaging and selling of ham, Spam, sausage and other pork, chicken, beef and lamb products to consumers; by the 1980s, Hormel began offering a wider range of packaged and refrigerated foods.
Add: Hormel Foods Corporation is an American company founded in 1891 in Austin, Minnesota, by George A. Hormel as George A. Hormel & Company. Originally focusing on the packaging and selling of ham, Spam, sausage and other pork, chicken, and beef products to consumers; by the 1980s, Hormel Foods was a well established global branded food company producing food products including SPAM, Skippy Peanut Butter Skippy, Justin's, and Applegate. Hello-Mary-H (talk) 19:05, 19 August 2020 (UTC)