SPRINGDALE, Ark. (July 11, 2011) — Tyson K12 debuted MexFresh FlavorEase™ tortillas and chicken taco meat at its first ever Tyson Innovation Premiere in Nashville. The all-in-one versatile product includes whole grain, reduced sodium, 8” tortillas and fully-cooked commodity dark meat chicken taco meat frozen and conveniently packaged all in one box.

Mexican is the leading entrée flavor for kids age 6-17 , with tacos and burritos ranking #1 and #2 in terms of total Mexican servings for this age group2.

“Tyson is focused on developing new products that are more nutritionally sound and are also operationally friendly for kitchen staff,” said Melissa Cole, Tyson Associate Customer Development Manager. “At the end of the day, it’s about increasing average daily participation!”

In addition to the new MexFresh FlavorEase™ product, remember to check out the following flavorful and convenient FlavorEase product options:

• Teriyaki FlavorEase™ Dark Meat Strips and sauce
• Spicy Orange FlavorEase™ Dark Meat Strips and sauce

For more information about Tyson’s All-In-One line, menuing ideas and other helpful materials for school foodservice directors, visit www.TysonK12.com, contact your local Tyson Food Service sales representative or call 1-800-24-TYSON (1-800-248-9766).

About Tyson Foods

Tyson Foods, Inc. (NYSE:TSN), founded in 1935 with headquarters in Springdale, Arkansas, is one of the world’s largest processors and marketers of chicken, beef and pork, the second-largest food production company in the Fortune 500 and a member of the S&P 500. The company produces a wide variety of protein-based and prepared food products and is the recognized market leader in the retail and foodservice markets it serves. Tyson provides products and services to customers throughout the United States and more than 90 countries. The company has approximately 115,000 Team Members employed at more than 400 facilities and offices in the United States and around the world. Through its Core Values, Code of Conduct and Team Member Bill of Rights, Tyson strives to operate with integrity and trust and is committed to creating value for its shareholders, customers and Team Members. The company also strives to be faith-friendly, provide a safe work environment and serve as stewards of the animals, land and environment entrusted to it.
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