WH Group (OTCMKTS:WHGLY) (OTCMKTS: WHGLY) is a global leader in pork production and processing, recognized as one of the world’s largest pork companies. The firm develops, produces and distributes a broad portfolio of fresh pork, packaged pork products and processed meats under a variety of brand names, including Smithfield in the United States and Shuanghui in China. With integrated operations spanning the value chain—from hog breeding and feed production to meat processing and packaging—the company serves retail, foodservice and industrial customers worldwide.
The roots of WH Group trace back to a municipal meat processing plant in Luohe, China, which was founded in 1958. In 2007, the business was restructured and listed in Hong Kong as Shuanghui International. A landmark moment came in 2013 with the acquisition of Smithfield Foods, a U.S. protein company, marking the first major takeover of an American agricultural firm by a Chinese company. In 2014, the combined entity adopted the WH Group name to reflect its broader global footprint.
WH Group’s operations encompass hog production farms, feed mills, slaughterhouses, processing plants and packaging facilities. It supplies fresh pork and value-added products such as bacon, ham, sausages and deli meats. The company also invests in research and development through multiple R&D centers to drive innovation in animal health, food safety and new product offerings, with an emphasis on meeting evolving consumer preferences for quality and convenience.
Headquartered in Hong Kong and with major offices in Luohe and Smithfield, Virginia, WH Group is led by Chairman Wan Long, whose tenure has overseen significant international expansion and operational integration. The company’s products reach customers in over 30 countries and regions across Asia, Europe and the Americas. Through strategic investments in supply chain infrastructure and sustainability initiatives, WH Group aims to maintain its leadership in global meat markets while addressing emerging industry challenges.
