Pilgrim’s Pride Corporation is a leading poultry producer in the United States and Mexico and a wholly owned subsidiary of JBS S.A. Headquartered in Greeley, Colorado, and Pittsburg, Texas, the company specializes in the production, processing and distribution of fresh, frozen and value-added chicken products. Pilgrim’s Pride serves a diverse customer base that includes retail grocery chains, foodservice distributors and restaurant operators across North America and in select international markets.
The company’s vertically integrated operations encompass breeding, hatching, feed milling, processing plants and cold storage facilities. Pilgrim’s Pride offers a broad portfolio of products, ranging from whole birds and standard cuts to marinated and ready-to-cook value-added items. Its product lines are marketed under both private label and branded programs to meet the needs of different customer segments.
Founded in 1946, Pilgrim’s Pride has grown through strategic acquisitions and operational expansions. The company underwent a Chapter 11 restructuring in 2008 and emerged under the ownership of JBS S.A. in 2009, positioning it for renewed growth and investment. Today, Pilgrim’s Pride operates numerous processing facilities in the U.S. and Mexico and maintains export relationships across the Caribbean, Asia and the Middle East.
Under a dedicated management team, Pilgrim’s Pride emphasizes food safety, quality assurance and sustainability throughout its supply chain. The company continues to invest in process improvements and technology, aiming to enhance operational efficiency while meeting evolving consumer preferences for convenience and premium poultry offerings.
