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Tyson® Red Label™ Boneless Wings

Thu, 23 Dec 2010 11:10:05 -0600

Tyson Food Service Introduces Tyson® Signature Ready™ Bone-in Wings

Thu, 23 Dec 2010 10:07:38 -0600

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (December 2010) —— Tyson Food Service introduces Tyson® Signature Ready™ Bone-in Wings, making it simple for operators to give customers the signature wings they crave.

Wing sales continue to soar, and the growing number of wing lovers wants crispy, juicy, freshly sauced wings—not the same old soggy, tasteless wings. Start with Tyson® Signature Ready™ wings and any operator can create that irresistible attraction easily every time.

Versatile and flavorful, Tyson® Signature Ready Bone-in wings can be served as a shareable appetizer platter, by the piece at a low per-piece price or as an add-on to entrées. Magnum® wings and Jumbo size wings are available for better size and price options. Designed to provide a made-from-scratch texture, Tyson® Signature Ready wings allow for customization by freshly tossing wings in their signature sauce.

Tyson® Signature Ready Bone-in Wings are available in three varieties:
• Tyson® EverCrisp™ Individually Frozen Wings—Designed to cook from frozen for excellent performance when batch cooking and holding, Tyson® Ever Crisp Individually Frozen Wings outperform all other uncooked, unsauced wings by holding their crispiness longer than control vacuum packed and commodity wings.
• Tyson® Fast Finish® Wings—Fully cooked to reduce food-safety risks and perfect for signature saucing, Tyson® Fast Finish Wings deliver great wings faster than commodity or individually frozen wings.
• Tyson® Oven Roasted Wings—Created to provide optimum texture and crispiness and fully cooked to reduce prep time, Tyson® Oven Roasted wings are the most versatile wing —ready for dipping or saucing straight from the fryer or high-heat oven.

For Tyson® Signature Ready™ Bone-in Wings product specifications or merchandising materials, visit www.tysonfoodservice.com/wings, contact your Tyson representative or call 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 service 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.

Tyson Food Service Introduces Tyson® EverCrisp™ Individually Frozen Wings

Wed, 22 Dec 2010 10:18:55 -0600

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (December 2010) —— Tyson Food Service introduces Tyson® EverCrisp™ Individually Frozen Magnum® Wings to help operators meet their customers’ cravings for crispy, juicy, saucy wings.

Tyson® EverCrisp Individually Frozen Wings outperform all other uncooked, un-sauced wings by holding their crispiness longer than control vacuum packed and commodity wings. Magnum wings provide maximum satisfaction and plate coverage at minimal expense. New EverCrisp™ Magnum wings can be served by the piece or as a shareable appetizer platter.

Perfectly suited for complete flavor customization, EverCrisp Wings provide crispy texture out of the fryer and are designed to cook from frozen for excellent performance when batch cooking and holding.

For Tyson® EverCrisp Individually Frozen Wings product specifications or merchandising materials, visit www.tysonfoodservice.com/wings, contact your Tyson Food Service representative or call 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 service 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.

Tyson Foods to Donate 30,000 Pounds of Food

Sun, 19 Dec 2010 11:17:32 -0600

NEW ORLEANS (December 16, 2010) — Tyson Foods' Food Service division today announced it will donate 30,000 pounds of food to two metro New Orleans organizations, Café Reconcile and the Second Harvest Food Bank of Greater New Orleans. Donations are being made in support of the International Foodservice Editorial Council’s (IFEC) community outreach efforts in New Orleans during its annual conference.

“Times are more difficult than ever, and we are grateful that Tyson has partnered with us to support our philanthropy in New Orleans,” said Carol Lally, executive director, IFEC. “As the first truckload donation in IFEC’s more than 50-year history, this donation from Tyson is not only generous but also a milestone.”

IFEC held its annual meeting Nov. 8–11, 2010 in New Orleans and selected Café Reconcile — a New Orleans-based nonprofit that teaches at-risk children and youths all aspects of running a restaurant — as the beneficiary of its community service efforts.

The council donated $1,500 to the Café Reconcile Development fund. In addition, IFEC donated more than 600 cookbooks to the Southern Food & Beverage Museum. Tyson Food Service extended the outreach in New Orleans with food donations to Café Reconcile and the New Orleans Food Bank.

“Supporting organizations such as these is an integral part of our corporate philosophy at Tyson,” said Rodger Starnes, vice president of foodservice marketing and customer development at Tyson Foods. “We feel honored and humbled to have the opportunity to make an impact in the lives of others by providing donations to two notable organizations — one which feeds those in need and another which helps transform the lives of young adults by opening up doors to careers in hospitality.”

Tyson Food Service started with a base donation, then further increased donations to the two organizations by 100 pounds for every “like” received on the Tyson Food Service Facebook page (www.facebook.com/TysonFoodService) between November 8 and November 30. Tyson Food Service will split the 30,000-pound donation between Café Reconcile and the Second Harvest Food Bank.

In a similar challenge conducted in October, Tyson Food Service donated 26,000 pounds to the Atlanta Community Food Bank, Teens at Work and the Hospitality and Culinary Arts Academy of Redan High School. Tyson Food Service made a base donation of 10,000 pounds to the three organizations and garnered a total of 160 new “likes” on its Facebook page for an additional 16,000 pounds.

About the Second Harvest Food Bank of Greater New Orleans
Founded in 1982, the Second Harvest Food Bank is dedicated to leading the fight against hunger in south Louisiana through food distribution, advocacy, education and disaster response. Last year, Second Harvest Food Bank distributed more than 24 million pounds of meals. http://no-hunger.org/.

About Café Reconcile
Café Reconcile is a nonprofit restaurant that uses innovative strategies to provide life skills and job training to youth from at-risk communities in the New Orleans area. Since the restaurant opened in 2000, more than 500 young people (ages 16–22) have successfully completed the program and moved into permanent jobs in the New Orleans’ food service industry. Focusing on the kind of “soul food” for which New Orleans is known, the restaurant has earned high praise from local and national critics. For more information about how to donate or support Café Reconcile, please visit www.reconcileneworleans.com.

About IFEC
The International Foodservice Editorial Council is the association for writers, editors and public relations professionals working in and with the foodservice media. IFEC establishes professional standards among business-to-business editorial and communications professionals and offers conferences and other activities to support professional development. The organization provides a climate that promotes the open exchange of ideas and the building of positive working relationships. www.ifeconline.com.

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 service 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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IMAGE #1: Pictured, from left, Kimberly Reddin, Member, IFEC Community Service Committee; Mary Humann, Co-chair, IFEC Community Service Committee; Donna Bowie, Director of Programs, Café Reconcile; David Giardina, General Manager, Café Reconcile; John Scroggins, Co-chair, IFEC Community Service Committee; Cate Puzo, Member, IFEC Community Service Committee

IMAGE #2: Pictured, from left, Kimberly Reddin, Member, IFEC Community Service Committee; Mary Humann, Co-chair, IFEC Community Service Committee; Annette Leblanc, Chief Financial Officer, Second Harvest Food Bank of Greater New Orleans; John Scroggins, Co-chair, IFEC Community Service Committee; Cate Puzo, Member, IFEC Community Service Committee

Tyson Food Service Offers BONICI® Par-Baked Extra Thin Crust

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 08:33:00 -0600

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (November 2010) — Menuing extra thin crust pizza offers extra large opportunity for any operation. Sales growth of extra thin crust has far outpaced all other pizza crust types over the past 5 years,¹ and 25 percent of consumers surveyed said they prefer thin crust pizza.² Operators can capitalize on the extra thin crust trend with BONICI® Par-Baked Extra Thin Crust from Tyson Food Service.

BONICI par-baked extra thin crust is the perfect carrier to enhance new pizza flavors and showcase topping combinations. The ultimate in convenience, BONICI par-baked extra thin crust goes from freezer to oven for minimal prep time and labor. With a longer shelf life for greater cost efficiencies, delivering consistent quality pizza using BONICI® par-baked extra thin crust is made simple.

In addition to delicious crusts, BONICI also offers premium-quality toppings and delicious thin-crust pizza recipes to help operators create signature thin-crust pizzas.

For more information about the complete line of BONICI products or to access the complete line of BONICI brand recipes and on-trend menuing ideas, visit www.bonici.com, call 1-800-248-9766 or contact your Tyson Food Service sales representative.

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 service 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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¹The NPD Group/CREST® YE March 2010
²Technomic, Inc. Pizza Consumer Trend Report, 2010

Introducing Tyson® Signature Ready™ Bone-in Wings and Tyson® Red Label™ Boneless Wings

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 08:33:00 -0600

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (December 2010) —— Wing popularity is at an all-time high. The wings category has experienced a 34 percent growth on menus over the past four years, and continues to grow. Operators can capitalize on wing lovers’ cravings for crispy, juicy, freshly-sauced wings with new Tyson® Signature Ready™ Bone-in chicken wings and Tyson® Red Label™ Boneless chicken wings. (Download the entire Press Kit here)

“Wings are more popular than ever — evidenced by the growth experienced by wing houses across America. Consumers have told us, there’s nothing like a wing that’s ‘crispy, juicy and sauced just right’,” said Rodger Starnes, vice president of foodservice marketing and customer development, Tyson Foods, Inc. “We offer a wide range of base wing options — including bone-in and boneless, fully cooked and ready-to-cook — to make it simple for operators to offer their customers the perfect wing experience regardless of their operational constraints.”

Perfect as a shareable appetizer or a cost-effective entrée, Tyson® chicken wings are great for a wide range of signature options. With unequalled product consistency and excellent performance in ovens and fryers, Tyson® chicken wings are sure to satisfy customers’ wing cravings with every serving.

Operators can pick the wing that best fits their operation with new bone-in and boneless wings options:
• Tyson® Signature Ready™ Bone-in Wings provide operators with the chance to customize by freshly tossing wings in sauce. Wings come in uncooked and fully cooked options in varieties that can go straight from the freezer to the fryer or high-heat oven.
• Tyson® Red Label™ Boneless Wings deliver the best boneless wing attributes, based on extensive consumer insight and sales data. And, by adding boneless wings to the traditional boneless menu, operators can increase total wing sales by as much as 30 percent.

For product specifications or merchandising materials for Tyson® Signature Ready Bone-in wings and Tyson® Red Label Boneless wings, visit www.tysonfoodservice.com/wings, contact your Tyson representative or call 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 service 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.

¹Mintel Menu Insights Q2 2010

Tyson Foods Lends Helping Hand in Fight against Child Abuse and Neglect

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 11:57:03 -0600

Springdale, Arkansas (November 22, 2010) – About 100 Tyson Food Service Team Members took part in a volunteer project Wednesday to help move the EOA (Economic Opportunity Agency) Children’s House to its new location in Springdale, Arkansas. The new facility is designed to enhance the lives of abused and neglected children in Northwest Arkansas.

Tyson employees helped move items from the old existing EOA Children’s House facility located off Razorback Road in Fayetteville to their new building located at 2577 N. Lowell Road in Springdale. The move will enable the center to increase its service capacity by 328 percent, allowing them to serve up to 72 children.

The new center is the largest stand alone facility of its kind in the United States and has been designed exclusively for the long-term treatment of abused and neglected children under six years of age. It has the potential to elevate Arkansas to the status of a national leader in the effort to break the cycle of child abuse, according to EOA officials.

“Tyson Foods is a longtime partner in the EOA Children’s House mission for ‘Stopping Child Abuse. Saving Lives’,” said Ben McLintock, CFRE, director of development for EOA. “We are very excited to expand that partnership with the involvement of the Tyson Food Service Group.

“Providing nourishing meals for the children at EOA Children's House is one of the essential components that make the program so effective,” McLintock said. “It may not sound like much on the surface, but the impact on these children is huge, because they know someone is taking the time to prepare a meal just for them. It is a perfect fit to have the involvement and support of Tyson Foods, Inc. in this aspect of the new center’s activities.”

Tyson Foods, Inc. has donated $100,000 to the capital building plan and more than $22,000 to completely furbish the kitchen, dining room and kitchen office for the new facility. Team Members were at the new facility from 1-4 p.m., Wednesday, November 17, helping with unpacking, assembling and stocking items they purchased for the kitchen and dining area. They also helped move playground equipment and helped set up garage sale items for EOA Children’s House families at the Springdale Robinson Avenue Church of Christ.

“Children’s House is playing an important role in the lives of children in need and we’re pleased to provide financial and volunteer support to help the organization prepare for its new home,” said Nick Tyler, senior vice president and general manager of Tyson Food Service Distribution Sales.

“This is a tremendous gift that EOA Children’s House will get a lot of mileage out of,” McLintock added. “The Tyson Food Service Group and Tyson Foods, Inc. are in full support of providing top quality furnishings and commercial-grade kitchen hardware for the new center, because we will get the maximum life-expectancy out of that equipment. Regular consumer grade equipment and furnishings would have to be replaced in a few years. Some of the hardware they are helping to provide can last for decades with the proper care.”

A child is abused every 10 seconds in the United States and each day three children die as a result of abuse or neglect. In the state of Arkansas, there was a 47 percent increase in child abuse and neglect between 2000 and 2007. There is a tremendous need for a safe haven for children suffering from abuse and neglect. Since 1978, EOA Children’s House has been serving this need by providing a safe and secure place for children to overcome the devastating effects of abuse and neglect. EOA Children’s House provides services that address psychological, physical and speech needs and creates customized development curriculum and therapeutic treatment plans that address each abuse victim’s specific needs. There is no other program in the state that offers the services the EOA Children’s House offers to abused children.

About EOA Children’s House
EOA Children’s House is the only center in the State of Arkansas providing long-term, year-round treatment, therapy and early childhood education exclusively to abused and neglected children between the ages of 18-months and 5-years of age. EOA Children’s House was created in 1978 when EOA Head Start staff determined that abused and neglected pre-school children could be better served in a more closely monitored environment. The community had also become concerned about the lack of treatment for abused and neglected children and assisted EOA in starting the only therapeutic child care center for abused and neglected children in Arkansas. The mission of EOA Children’s House is to heal the emotional damage and address the developmental deficits caused by abuse in these young children so they will be able to succeed in the public school system and become contributing members of society as adults. Daily contact with the children allows for screening for abuse and/or neglect and provides frequent health checks to monitor weight gain and other evidence of poor care. Parents receive assistance in changing their behavior toward their children. EOA Children’s House is a division of Economic Opportunity Agency, Inc. (EOA). Learn more at www.ChildrensHouseNWA.org and become a Fan on Facebook.

Tyson Foods, Inc. (NYSE:TSN - News ), 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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Wright® Brand Bacon Delivers Genuine Flavor

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 10:11:14 -0600

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (November 2010) —— Bacon is on trend and perfect for adding premium appeal to any dish. Menu mentions of bacon as an ingredient have grown 5.8 percent in the past year (PCYA), with a compound annual growth rate of 5.2 percent versus 2005.[1]

Operators can meet their bacon needs and add that indulgent extra to their menu and bottom line with Wright® Brand Bacon from Tyson Food Service.

Made with a special curing and hickory wood-smoked process that never uses liquid smoke, Wright Brand Bacon features rich, genuine flavor and consistent quality. Three distinctive flavors — Traditional Hickory-Smoked, Applewood-Smoked and Peppered — and a range of slice thickness options help meet a variety of menu applications. The assortment of packaging and pricing options makes it easy for operators to choose the bacon product that is perfect for their operation.

Also available from Tyson Food Service is Corn King® bacon, delivering great flavor at an everyday value.

For Wright® Brand or Corn King brand product specifications and on-trend menuing ideas, visit www.tysonfoodservice.com, call 1-800-248-9766 or contact your Tyson Food Service sales representative.

[1] Mintel Menu Insights Q3 2005, 2009 and 2010

Tyson Foods to Donate More than 10,000 Pounds of Chicken

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 09:12:07 -0500

ATLANTA—October 21, 2010—Tyson Foods, Inc. (NYSE: TSN) today announced that it will donate more than 10,000 pounds of chicken to three metro Atlanta organizations. The donation supports two principles important to Tyson: hunger relief and the advancement of foodservice. Beneficiaries of the donation include the Atlanta Community Food Bank, the Redan High School Culinary Program and Teens at Work.

Tyson will provide a base donation of 10,000 pounds of frozen chicken, with 5,000 pounds benefitting the Atlanta Community Food Bank, 2,500 pounds for Teens at Work and 2,500 pounds for the Hospitality and Culinary Arts Academy of Redan High School.

In addition, Tyson will increase the donations to these three organizations by 100 pounds for every “like,” up to 250, received on the Tyson Food Service Facebook page (www.facebook.com/TysonFoodService) before October 31. Donations are being made in honor of chefs who attended the PlateCooks! regional culinary event at Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts in Atlanta on October 12.

Tyson Foods has donated more than 77 million pounds of food to hunger relief and disaster relief organizations nationwide since 2000. In September, the company marked its 10th anniversary of active support for hunger relief nationwide with 750,000 pounds in food donations to 20 food banks in 20 states across the country.

About the Atlanta Community Food Bank
Founded in 1979, the Atlanta Community Food Bank distributes nearly two million pounds of food and other donated grocery items each month to more than 700 nonprofit partner agencies in 38 counties in metro Atlanta and North Georgia. www.acfb.org.

About Teens at Work
Teens at Work provides support and mentoring programs for at-risk children and youths in Atlanta, including an after-school feeding program and a culinary program designed to prepare students for entering jobs in the foodservice industry. www.teensatwork.org.

About Redan High School’s Culinary Arts Program:
This school-in-a-school combines academic and hands-on instruction that can lead to further study at the post-secondary level or to direct entry into foodservice. www.dekalb.k12.ga.us/redanhs/culinary/index.html

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Tyson Food Service Named as Winner in 2010 CSP Retailer Choice Best New Product Contest

Thu, 07 Oct 2010 14:16:08 -0500

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (October 2010)—Tyson Food Service has been selected as a winner in the 2010 CSP Retailer Choice Best New Product Contest. The contest identifies outstanding new products introduced and sold in convenience formats.

“We are honored to be recognized for providing one of the convenience retailing channel’s best new products of 2010,” said Rodger Starnes, Tyson vice president of foodservice marketing and customer development. “At Tyson, we take great pride in the fact that we continue to serve our customers with innovative, high-quality product solutions that fit into consumers’ busy lifestyles and meet the demands of the rapidly growing c-store segment.”

Nearly 500 retailers participated in the 2010 CSP Retailer Choice Best New Product Contest. New products were rated according to the following criteria:
• Innovation
• Product Quality
• Price
• Marketability

Winning products were selected in nine categories and 35 subcategories. Tyson achieved recognition for its Tyson® Boneless Buffalo Wings in the “Heat-N-Eat” section of the foodservice category.

For more information about Tyson Food Service products, visit www.tysonfoodservice.com or call 1-800-248-9766.

About Tyson Foods
Tyson Foods, Inc. (NYSE:TSN), founded in 1935 with headquarters in Springdale, Ark., 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 service to customers throughout the United States and more than 90 countries. The company has approximately 117,000 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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Tyson Food Service Introduces Mexican Original® Specialty Tortillas

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 09:50:31 -0500

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (September 2010)—Seventy-seven percent of customers would like to see healthier items on menus.¹ The Mexican Original® brand from Tyson Food Service offers a full line of specialty tortillas that help meet the needs of health-conscious consumers without sacrificing flavor. Mexican Original tortillas are available in a variety of different sizes to help meet any tortilla application, including appetizers, sandwich wraps, tacos and burritos.

Four unique specialty tortillas address a variety of dietary concerns:

• Whole-Wheat Heat-Pressed Tortillas—Made with 100 percent whole-wheat flour, Mexican Original whole-wheat tortillas provide an important source of natural fiber, vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients.

• Reduced-Sodium Heat-Pressed Tortillas—Reduced-sodium tortillas offer exceptional taste and texture with 25 percent less sodium per serving than traditional heat-pressed tortillas.

• Low-Fat Heat-Pressed Tortillas—With 3 grams or less of total fat per serving, low-fat tortillas help operators deliver fresh, flavorful, lower-fat menu options.

• Carb-Conscious® Heat-Pressed Tortillas—Carb-Conscious tortillas contain only 32 grams of net carbs and 17 grams of protein, making it simple for operators to cater to their customers’ high-protein, low-carb dietary needs.

The wraps are available in a variety of different size options, from 6-inch to 12-inch, that operators can use for many applications—appetizers, sandwich wraps, burritos and more.

For more information on Mexican Original® brand products, visit www.tysonfoodservice.com, contact your Tyson Food Service sales representative or call 1-800-24-TYSON (1-800-248-9766).

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¹ Healthy Dining, March 2009 Report, Mintel Menu Insights

Make Holidays Memorable with Classic Favorites from Tyson Food Service

Mon, 20 Sep 2010 10:50:41 -0500

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (September 2010) — Make this holiday season memorable by serving quality meats from Tyson Food Service at your catered holiday events and dinner parties. From succulent Wright® Brand Ham to tender Tyson® Prime Rib to elegant Lady Aster® Specialty Products, Tyson Food Service offers delicious meat products that help deliver the rich flavor and quality your customers crave.

Holiday center-of-the-plate offerings include—

• Wright Brand Ham—Cured to create the distinctive flavor customers crave and made from fresh ham muscles, Wright Brand hams are designed to meet any application need—carving, slicing, or shaving.

• Lady Aster Specialty Products—Handcrafted with high-quality ingredients, the Lady Aster brand offers the most comprehensive line of prepared gourmet products available to the foodservice professional—from decadent stuffed chicken breasts to versatile crepes and blintzes.

• Tyson Prime Rib—Marbled beef cuts trimmed and precooked to rare for a moist and tender product with minimal prep time and maximal yield, Tyson Prime Rib is perfectly seasoned for premium flavor and appearance.

• IBP® Flat Iron Steak—Cut from the second most tender beef muscle and well marbled, the IBP Flat Iron Steak is a less-expensive alternative to rib or loin steaks that still offers great taste and appetite appeal. The flat iron steak is especially delicious when stuffed with fresh herbs, cheeses or mushrooms, rolled, and then sliced and served on a carving station.

For more information about Tyson Food Service products and on-trend menuing ideas, visit www.tysonfoodservice.com, contact your Tyson Food Service sales representative, or call 1-800-24-TYSON (1-800-248-9766).

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Tyson® Red Label™ Hot ’N Spicy Breaded Filets and Patties

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 08:50:11 -0500

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (August 2010) —Spicy chicken sandwiches are hot. With Americans eating hundreds of millions of spicy chicken sandwiches each year¹, operators can get their share of this hot category with Tyson® Red Label™ Hot ’N Spicy Breaded Filets and Patties.

Adding a spicy chicken sandwich to a sandwich program provides operators with the opportunity to boost overall sandwich sales. Or, if they already have a spicy chicken sandwich, switching to Tyson® Red Label Hot ’N Spicy Filets or Patties can help lower food costs by up to 20 percent* while maintaining consumer satisfaction.

Made with 100 percent chicken breast meat, these chicken products were developed using extensive sales and consumer insights to identify exactly what customers want, resulting in the perfect balance of breading to chicken, the best texture and the ideal color.

Operators can give customers just what they are craving with Tyson® Red Label Hot ‘N Spicy chicken. The bold flavor of cayenne and smoky notes of black pepper are balanced by the savory foundations of garlic and onion to produce a mouthwatering filet with just the right amount of heat. Created with a dense flour-based breading, the Hot ’N Spicy filet delivers a plate-enhancing made-from-scratch appearance. Paprika and red pepper amplify its vibrant orange appearance.

Boost flavor and performance with any of the Tyson® Red Label Hot ’N Spicy Breaded products: Premium Chicken Breast Filets, Select Cut Chicken Breast Filets, Chicken Breast Patties, Premium Chicken Tenderloins and Select Cut Chicken Tenderloins.

For Tyson® Red Label product specifications or the no-risk, free-case rebate offer, visit www.TysonRedLabel.com or call 1-800-24-TYSON (1-800-248-9766).

About Tyson Foods
Tyson Foods, Inc. (NYSE:TSN-News), founded in 1935 with headquarters in Springdale, Ark., 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 service to customers throughout the United States and more than 90 countries. The company has approximately 117,000 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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¹ The NPD Group, Inc./CREST®/Chain Menu/Year Ending March 2010
*Savings figures are estimates only based upon comparison of Tyson® Red Label™ product prices against comparable Tyson Food Service national price list products on 2/1/10. Savings may vary according to product mix or comparable brand.
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Tyson Food Service Launches Wright Brand Bacon Regional Promotion

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 13:34:00 -0500

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (July 2010) —Tyson Food Service has launched a hard-hitting Wright® Brand Bacon regional campaign across retail and foodservice in the Southeast and Southwest states.

Wright Brand Bacon will be featured in a variety of communication vehicles targeted to retail consumers, including radio, in-store floor signage, in-store check-out register messages and coupons, a retail microsite, a partnership with the Double A Southern League and a 3-week,six-stop grilling tour in Bass Pro Shops parking lots during the retailer’s Fall Hunting Classic.

Tyson Food Service will be offering operators numerous support materials on its Web site to help them take advantage of the brand awareness generated via the retail campaign:
• Free merchandising materials to promote Wright Brand Bacon on menus and in their operations
• 99 Ways to Bacon It Better, featuring ideas on how to add bacon across the menu, including the Wright® Brand Bacon Backyard Corn concept that will be sampled during Bass Pro Shops Fall Hunting Classic Event

Wright® Brand Bacon helps operators drive sales, generate strong margins and build customer loyalty by delivering customer satisfaction with unmatched flavor and consistency. Wright Brand Bacon products were perfected through 80 years of bacon manufacturing experience and facilities dedicated exclusively to crafting high-quality bacon. The brand’s celebrated hickory-smoked flavor is achieved through a slow cooking/smoking process.

Wright Brand Bacon products allow operators to meet their diverse needs—from center-of-plate application to use as an ingredient. For Wright Brand Bacon product specifications and on-trend menuing ideas, visit www.tysonfoodservice.com, contact your Tyson Food Service sales representative or call 1-800-24-TYSON (1-800-248-9766).

About Tyson Foods

Tyson Foods, Inc. (NYSE:TSN-News), founded in 1935 with headquarters in Springdale, Ark., 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 service to customers throughout the United States and more than 90 countries. The company has approximately 117,000 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.

TYSON FOOD SERVICE SPONSORS NACUFS

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 13:28:08 -0500

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (July 2010)—Thirty-three foodservice management professionals recently attended The National Association of College & University Food Services (NACUFS) Leadership Institute sponsored by Tyson Food Service. The Leadership Institute was held at Tyson World Headquarters in Springdale, Ark.

The Leadership Institute featured activities and presentations focused on professional development and honing the core competencies necessary for effective foodservice management. Tom Champoux, president of the Effectiveness Institute and a nationally-renowned speaker, headlined leadership- and team-building sessions on communication, team performance, managing change and other topics. Tyson Food Service has sponsored the Leadership Institute since its inception in 1985.

Participants were also given a tour of a Tyson poultry plant and the Tyson Discovery Center™— the company’s state-of-the-art research and development facility—which features 19 research kitchens, a sensory lab, a pilot production plant and a packaging concept lab.

NACUFS is dedicated to advancing the collegiate foodservice industry through education and training, technical assistance, scholarships and insights. Founded in 1958, the trade association is composed of more than 1,025 institutional and industry members.

Pictured in the first row are, from left, Gloria Booth, Kristen Weber, Heather Berrocales, Lori Mason, Robin Hoh, Joumana Hajj, Janet Jeffers, Colette Lepkowski, Carol See, Katie Ham. Second row, from left, Jason Carter, Cathy Moore, Lisa Rogers, Gail Gamble, Julie Hamel, Laura Hahn, Bev Binns, Barbara McAfee, Chan Woo, Al Vogan, Danny Velez. Third row, from left, Tom Champoux, Janet Paul Rice, Alecia Stultz, Dan Staats, Michael Cox, Tony Fox, Adam Lewis, Matt Wensel, Maureen Russ, Jose Fajardo, Jen Krise, Dan Esposito, Bill Kelly, Ken Lee.

Bonici® Chicken Breast Strips Offer Versatility and Flavor

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 11:44:29 -0500

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (July 2010)— Chicken is the fastest growing pizza protein topping in commercial foodservice.¹ The Bonici® pizza brand from Tyson Food Service features high-quality, versatile Bonici Chicken Breast Strips that allow operators to capitalize on the popularity of chicken pizza. Developed specifically for pizza ovens, Bonici Chicken Breast Strips were made to withstand high heat without drying out. The savory roasted chicken flavor offers flexibility for a variety of menu applications, including pizzas, appetizers, sandwiches, pastas and salads.

The chicken breast strips are perfectly sized to offer ideal pie coverage for on-trend specialty pizzas and other applications. Operators can create excitement in their pizzeria products with on-trend menuing ideas such as “Roasted Chicken Bacon & Spinach Pizza” or “Baked Ravioli Rip and Dips.”

Also available from Tyson Food Service are Tyson® Chicken Toppings in a variety of sizes, styles, flavors and price points that deliver great-tasting menu items while keeping effort and labor costs down.

For more information about the complete line of Bonici products or to access the complete line of Bonici brand recipes and on-trend menuing ideas, visit www.bonici.com, call 1-800-248-9766 or contact your Tyson Food Service sales representative.

¹ The NPD Group/CREST®, year ending May 2010

Tyson K12 Introduces New Individually Wrapped Breakfast Sandwich

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 14:09:43 -0500

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (September 2010)— More than 80 percent of foodservice directors say that delivering new, popular hot options is their No.1 breakfast challenge.¹ At the same time, breakfast sandwiches account for the largest share of servings of any breakfast food for kids, tweens and teens ages 6 to 17.² The new Tyson® Power Upz™ Individually Wrapped Chicken Sausage Biscuit from Tyson K12 offers foodservice directors a convenient breakfast solution that provides students with the nutrition they need and the delicious taste they deserve.

Fully cooked for minimal prep time and individually wrapped for heat-and-serve convenience, this hot breakfast commodity helps maximize entitlement dollars through its all-dark-meat chicken patty.

With an on-trend flavor profile inspired by students’ favorite restaurants, the Tyson® Power Upz™ Chicken Sausage Biscuit can help foodservice directors boost their ADP.* The tender all-dark-meat chicken patty is perfectly placed on a honey whole wheat biscuit for a satisfying breakfast item. Students will enjoy the grab-and-go portability and flavorful taste of this nutritious breakfast meal.

Other breakfast products from Tyson K12 offering added convenience are the new all-in-one breakfast kits:

• Tyson® Mini Burgers with Buns—Savory burgers with a just-off-the-grill flame-broiled taste are packaged with buns, making a great “lunch for breakfast.”

• Right Size™ Breaded Chicken Filet with Biscuits in Box—A mouthwatering filet is paired with a perfectly sized biscuit to create a tasty and tender breakfast that will satisfy kids, teens and tweens.

For more information about Tyson® Hot Breakfast Sandwiches, 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-News), founded in 1935 with headquarters in Springdale, Ark., 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 117,000 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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¹ Tyson K-12 Foodservice Director Survey, March 2009
² Crest®,YE 5/10
*Average Daily Participation

Tyson K12 Introduces Premium Commodity Line

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 13:44:45 -0500

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (July 2010)—Chicken is a leading ingredient in kids’, tweens’ and teens’ favorite menu items¹. With the new Tyson K12 line of whole-muscle chicken breast commodity products, foodservice directors can menu premium chicken dishes that will maximize their entitlement dollars while meeting students’ demand for restaurant-quality food. Crispy and delicious, these tasty products feature on-trend taste, texture and breading profiles inspired by students’ favorite restaurants and are suitable in a variety of menu applications.

These new delicious all-white-meat commodity options include—
•Whole Muscle Breaded Breast Filet—Perfect for savory hot sandwiches and easy to prepare
•Whole Muscle Breaded Tenderloin—Convenient in an on-the-go wrap and fun when paired with dipping sauce
• Whole Muscle Breaded Boneless Wings—Appealing to students of all ages and great for both lunch and breakfast

Operators can get students excited about lunch with on-trend menuing ideas from Tyson K12, such as “Pasta Parma Go Bowl” or “Classic Crispy Chicken Sandwich.” The chicken items are consistently portioned, so they have the same great taste every time. Fully cooked to save time and labor, these products can help foodservice directors meet their white-meat allocations.

For more information about Tyson® Whole Muscle Chicken products, 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-News), founded in 1935 with headquarters in Springdale, Ark., 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 117,000 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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¹ Mintel Menu Insights; Technomic (2009)

Maximize Allocations with New Products from Tyson K12

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 13:15:12 -0500

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (July 2010)— Diverting chicken and beef commodities to Tyson K12 is efficient and economical. Tyson K12 offers new menu-ready chicken and beef products to help foodservice directors maximize their commodity entitlement dollars while offering popular menu items students will love.

The products are fully cooked, reducing prep time and food-safety concerns. An efficient ordering process—which now allows beef and chicken commodities to be bundled in one order—helps ensure timely delivery on shipments.

The new Tyson® All-Dark and All-White Chicken options help directors achieve the perfect balance of white and dark meat:
• Tyson® All-In-One Entrées: Creating on-trend restaurant-quality meals that use dark-meat allocations is made simple with the versatile Asian-inspired Tyson® All-In-One Entrées, complete with dark-meat chicken strips and sauces.
• Tyson® Whole Muscle Chicken—Tyson’s new line of Whole Muscle Chicken products offer a variety of premium 100 percent whole-muscle breast meat options that can be used for all-white meat allocations.

New Tyson® Sliced Beef and Shredded Beef products offer a new way to use commodity beef allocations while offering popular savory sandwiches and on-the-go wraps options. These mouthwatering beef products are great in a variety of sandwich applications:
•Tyson® Sliced Beef— The melt-in-your-mouth sliced beef has a scrumptious flavor, similar to the sliced beef at quick-serve restaurants, and is a favorite when layered on an artisan roll and paired with au jus for dipping.
•Tyson® Shredded Beef— Delicious with zesty barbecue sauce on Texas-style toast, this tender shredded beef has a versatile flavor profile that makes it a great ingredient meat for burritos, quesadillas, taquitos and other applications.

For more information about Tyson Commodity Beef and Chicken products, 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-News), founded in 1935 with headquarters in Springdale, Ark., 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 117,000 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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Tyson K12 Debuts New Products at 2010 SNA Annual National Conference

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 09:08:34 -0500

Tyson K12 unveiled its newest school products at the 2010 School Nutrition Association (ANC) Annual National Conference.

New products include the Tyson Power Upz™ Individually Wrapped Chicken Sausage Biscuit, Tyson® All-In-One Entrées, Tyson® Whole Muscle Chicken, Tyson® Sliced Beef and more!

Download the full press kit here for more information about the Commodity chicken and beef products, Whole Muscle line and Breakfast products.

Create New Cravings with the New Bonici® Brand Recipe Collection

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 14:38:31 -0500

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (June 2010)—Giving customers the traditional pizza classics they have come to love and the unique flavors they desire is made easy with the new Bonici® Brand Recipe Collection, Volume 2. The new collection features trend-based recipes that operators can leverage to make their place an anticipated destination—not only expanding their menus, but also offering ideas for unexpected dayparts and combinations. By using many of the traditional flavors and ingredients inspired by pizza in nontraditional ways across the menu, the new Bonici Brand Recipe Collection helps create new menu ideas customers will crave.

The Bonici Brand Recipe Collection was developed to satisfy one or more of the characteristics consumers desire when dining out:

• Italian-Influenced Meals—Reinvigorates the heritage of comfort through hearty meals with a homemade taste, such as “Meaty Mac-n-Cheese Bake.”
• Unexpected Ethnic Combinations—Explores new, invigorating flavor fusions in tantalizing dishes such as “Italian Street Tacos.”
• On the Go—Provides fast satisfaction for time-starved consumers with handheld foods such as “Cajun Grilled Breakfast Wrap.”

The Bonici pizza brand features a full line of toppings, doughs, crusts, wings and other pizzeria products backed by the business-building merchandising materials and insights of one of the most recognized names in foodservice—Tyson Food Service.

Tyson Food Service Honored at UniPro Conference

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 11:57:53 -0500

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (May 2010)—Tyson Food Service was recently honored with the Center-of-the-Plate Supplier of the Year and overall Supplier of the Year awards by UniPro Foodservice, the nation’s largest foodservice cooperative in the United States. Tyson Food Service executives were presented with the awards at UniPro’s annual conference, held in Las Vegas, Nev.

The Center-of-the Plate Supplier of the Year and overall Supplier of the Year awards recognize companies for exemplary coordination with and support of UniPro Foodservice. Tyson Food Service was judged based on its performance in the following key business areas: quality standards, competitiveness, commitment to UniPro and its programs, participation in UniPro programs, service levels and overall member purchases.

For more information about Tyson Food Service, visit www.tysonfoodservice.com or call 1-800-24-TYSON.

About UniPro Foodservice
Comprised of more than 650 shareholder companies with more than 900 locations, UniPro Foodservice, Inc® is the largest foodservice distribution cooperative in the United States. UniPro members service accounts in all segments of the foodservice industry, including independent and multiunit restaurants, healthcare facilities, schools, military feeding and other mass-feeding operations.

About Tyson Foods
Tyson Foods, Inc. (NYSE:TSN-News), founded in 1935 with headquarters in Springdale, Ark., 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 service to customers throughout the United States and more than 90 countries. The company has approximately 117,000 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.

CAPTION:
Pictured, from left to right, are Nick Tyler, SVP & GM Food Service Distribution Sales (Tyson Food Service); Roger Toomey, President and CEO (UniPro); Bernard Leonard, Group VP Food Service (Tyson Food Service); Gary McGee, Account Manager (Tyson Food Service); Payton Keel, VP Sales Food Service (Tyson Food Service); Robert (Bob) Davenport, Sr. Account Manager (Tyson Food Service); Ray Goldman, Senior V.P. Procurement (UniPro)

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Tyson Food Service Introduces Tyson Branded Solutions™ Customized Units

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 11:38:41 -0500

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (June 1, 2010)—The Tyson Branded Solutions™ program now allows operators to enjoy complete menu flexibility while capitalizing on their brand equity. With the new Create Your Own Concept feature, operators can take advantage of low start-up costs, zero franchise fees and space management expertise to create a branded unit for their on-site operations.

The Tyson Branded Solutions program provides unique branded foodservice concepts with quality on-trend products, merchandising materials, equipment and ongoing support from Tyson Food Service, such as limited-time-offer promotional ideas and new menuing suggestions to increase sales and traffic.

The Create Your Concept solution allows operators to choose a name, colors and a menu that meets their own unique operational needs. This flexible branded solution combines ease of installation with innovative, adaptable design that increases awareness, consumer traffic, sales and profits.

In addition to the Create Your Own Concept branded solution, the Tyson Branded Solutions units include Primo Donna’s Italian Kitchen™, the traditional atmosphere of an Italian restaurant with a dash of contemporary style; Ancho Grill®, featuring a menu of fresh made-to-order South-of-the-border favorites; Sunset Strips®, offering a wide variety of items from tenderloins to wings; and Crustano’s Café™, inspired by the tastiest cafe creations from around the world. Creating a branded environment allows operators to boost customer loyalty while enhancing the perception of quality and value. Brand awareness is developed through the Tyson Branded Solutions program with branded merchandise, signage and packaging.

For more information about the Tyson Branded Solutions program, visit www.TysonBrandedSolutions.com, contact your Tyson Food Service sales representative or call 1-800-24-TYSON.

About Tyson Foods
Tyson Foods, Inc. (NYSE:TSN-News), founded in 1935 with headquarters in Springdale, Ark., 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 service to customers throughout the United States and more than 90 countries. The company has approximately 117,000 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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Tyson Food Service Named the Best New Product Manufacturer by Cognitio® Foodservice Study for Seventh Straight Year

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 11:20:00 -0500

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (June 2010)—For the seventh consecutive year, foodservice operators ranked Tyson Food Service as the No.1 developer of new products in the foodservice industry, according to a nationwide study conducted by Cognitio. The study measures the new product performance of manufacturers, based on operator assessments of their efforts across several key business areas.

“Tyson Food Service is dedicated to providing our customers with high-quality products and solutions that best meet their needs, and our recognition by Cognitio for the seventh year in a row is a testament to this commitment,” said Rodger Starnes, Tyson vice president of foodservice marketing and customer development. “At Tyson we live by our customer service creed, which says the customer is the most important person in our business. Every member of our team understands that — this is a great honor.”

More than 800 foodservice operators—all responsible for menu and purchase decisions at their respective establishments—participated in the 2010 study by Cognitio, naming a total of 418 manufacturers. Tyson Food Service was named the overall most proficient manufacturer in bringing new products to the market.

Tyson Food Service led in all attributes measured:
• Understanding of the customer’s business and needs,
• Ability to make the customer aware of its new products,
• Provision of the highest quality/most consistent quality new products,
• Knowledge and helpfulness of its sales force, and
• Ability to provide basic product support that meets the customer’s needs.

Cognitio® specializes in foodservice product potential measurement, utilizing its proprietary measurement tools to help determine the market potential and viability of new products. To download Cognitio’s seventh annual foodservice New Product Scorecard report, go to http://www.cognitio.us/score.html.

For more information about Tyson Food Service, visit www.tysonfoodservice.com or call 1-800-248-9766.

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About Tyson Foods
Tyson Foods, Inc. (NYSE:TSN-News), founded in 1935 with headquarters in Springdale, Ark., 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 service to customers throughout the United States and more than 90 countries. The company has approximately 117,000 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.

Association for Healthcare Foodservice Announces Top Culinary Competition Winners at Annual Conference in Austin, Texas

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 10:35:30 -0500

CONTACT:
Jamie Estes
502-721-0335 x100
jamie@estespr.com
Keith Howard
888-528-9552

Five Teams Competed in Healthcare Foodservice Cuisine Using Two Key Ingredients by Sponsor Tyson Food Service! (from left ) Chef Eric Eisenberg of the Swedish Medical Center, Director of Nutrition Services Mary Jaskowski and Executive Chef William Read from Saint Mary's Health Care and Doris Davis of Tyson Food Service.

Austin, Texas (June 8, 2010)- The Association for Healthcare Foodservice (AHF) is proud to announce that Director of Nutrition Services Mary Jaskowski and Executive Chef William Read from Saint Mary's Health Care in Grand Rapids, Mich., took first place honors in the 2010 Culinary Competition held during the AHF inaugural conference in Austin, Texas, on the evening of June 7. The winning dish was Pecan Goat Cheese Chicken and Cinnamon Bread Pudding. Taking the second place award was Nutrition Services Director Deborah Jones and Chef Karea Anderson from St. Peter's Hospital in Helena, Mont. with their Chicken and Bacon Empanadas with a Grilled Corn Salsa, Avocado Crèma and Pomegranate Cherry Reduction. The third place award went to Director of Nutrition & Food Service Angelo Mojica and Executive Chef Shawn Dolan from UNC Healthcare in Chapel Hill N.C. for their Tobacco Road Chicken.

The winning dish: Pecan Goat Cheese Chicken and Cinnamon Bread Pudding.

The five competing teams demonstrated their outstanding culinary talent and creativity representative of the self-operated healthcare foodservice industry. Each team was challenged to create an innovative entrée using Tyson True™ Chicken Breast Fillets and Tyson® Natural Hardwood Smoked Center-Cut Bacon, provided by conference sponsor Tyson Food Service.

Commenting on the competition, AHF president Kris Schroeder said, "We thought that the level of culinary excellence displayed by all five teams was exceptional. It certainly demonstrated the outstanding cuisine offered in self-operated healthcare facilities across the country."

The other two teams who competed this year included Director of Food and Nutrition Michael Atanasio and Executive Chef Todd Daigneault from Overlook Hospital in Summit, N.J. for their Tropical Chicken Roulade and Director of Food & Nutrition Mary Verona and Chef Justin Klobucar with Saints Mary and Elizabeth Medical Center in Chicago, Ill. for their Wagi Chicken & Potato Dosa served on Mango Relish with Coconut Chutney and Indian Black Tea.

The teams and their dishes were judged on organization, time management, culinary skills, originality, and taste and plate presentation. As first place winner, chef Read and Jaskowski were awarded the AHF gold medal, along with a set of engraved plates, a set of knives and $500 in Tyson reward points. The second place winner was awarded the AHF silver medal and $300 in Tyson reward points. The bronze medal and $200 in Tyson reward points were awarded to the third place winner. All participating contestants received a certificate of recognition.

About AHF:

The Association for Healthcare Foodservice (AHF) is the preeminent professional society dedicated to advancing self-operated healthcare foodservice as the industry best practice. AHF develops healthcare foodservice professionals assuring food and nutrition services are valued as an essential contributor to the healthcare organization's mission. For more information, please visit www.healthcarefoodservice.org

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Editor's Note: Photos available upon request.

Tyson Food Service Offers a Ham for Every Occasion

Thu, 06 May 2010 17:30:34 -0500

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (April 2010) — Classic quality hams from Tyson Food Service are now available under the Wright® and Corn King® brands. Tyson Food Service has simplified its ham line to offer the best products at every quality level. Three product tiers make it easy to choose the product that’s perfect for any menu need and at any price point, from the premium and mid-tier offerings of the Wright brand to the value hams of the Corn King brand. Wright® brand and Corn King® brand hams are designed to meet any application need—carving, slicing or shaving.

With more than 125 years of experience in processed meats, Tyson delivers the quality, consistency and great taste customers expect. Made from fresh ham muscles produced to stringent specifications — these hams are cured to create the distinctive flavor customers crave. All hams are gluten-free, and several varieties carry a Lean or Extra Lean claim.

Ham tiers include:

Wright Premium Brand—High-quality natural juice hams consistently deliver authentic, natural hardwood smoked flavor and are perfect for entrée carving or slicing. Available in Bone-In Whole and Bone-In Half Ham varieties as well as the boneless Legacy™ Ham.
Wright Brand—Classic Wright brand mid-tier water-added hams provide traditional flavor and taste and are versatile for heat-and-hold, heat-and-serve or slice-and-serve cold applications. Available varieties include Pit, Mini Pit, Celebration™ Bolo Style Pit Ham, Honey Cured Round Ham, Vintage™ Round Ham, Virginia Brand Round Ham, Black Forest D-Shaped Ham, Timeless Recipe™ Buffet Ham and Deli Style 4x6 Ham.
Corn King Brand—Corn King hams offer everyday value and are ideal for slicing or shaving applications. Available ham-and-water varieties include Smoked Round Ham, 32% Ham and Water; Smoked Buffet Ham, 32% Ham and Water; Smoked Buffet Ham, 35% Ham and Water; and Cooked 4x6 Ham, 35% Ham and Water.

For Wright brand or Corn King brand ham product specifications and on-trend menuing ideas, visit www.tysonfoodservice.com, contact your Tyson Food Service sales representative or call 1-800-24-TYSON (1-800-248-9766).

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Tyson Food Service Offers Consumer Insights to Texas Association for School Nutrition

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:44:24 -0500

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (March 2010)—Tyson Food Service Consumer Insights Associate Manager Charles Boger recently spoke at the Texas Association for School Nutrition (TASN) 2010 Industry Seminar, January 26 in San Antonio, Texas. TASN provides leadership assistance, nutritional information and program guidance to all levels of school foodservice professionals.

Boger’s presentation, entitled “Kids Trends in Commercial Restaurants,” shared consumer trends in the commercial foodservice industry and explained how school foodservice programs may capitalize on these trends. “Our insights team focuses on determining consumer needs and how they are being met. We identify and analyze trends as they pertain to consumers, the foodservice industry and the macro-economy,” explained Boger. “Students are looking for foods in the school lunch room similar to what they’d order at their favorite restaurants. By keeping a pulse on kids’ menu trends in commercial restaurants, school directors can translate these popular menu items to the school menu in a healthy, economical menu offering that students will love.”

Boger addressed the declining trends in traditional kids meals, which correlates to the maturing palate in the kid and teen categories. Additional trends presented included kids’ interest in broader flavors, kid-friendly cooking classes, kids-eat-free promotions and savvier “adult” menu items being available to kids.[1]

For more information about Tyson K12 products, 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-News), founded in 1935 with headquarters in Springdale, Ark., 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 117,000 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.

About TASN

The Texas Association for School Nutrition (TASN) is a professional organization for all levels of school foodservice professionals. TASN provides resources that enhance and promote nonprofit child nutrition programs for the benefit of our schoolchildren. TASN is committed to providing leadership assistance, nutritional information, and program guidance to all school food authorities in developing effective and comprehensive nutrition services.

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[1] Joseph Baum and Michael Whiteman Company

Introducing New Tyson® Deli Slices™ Meats from Tyson Food Service

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:26:00 -0500

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (April 2010)—Sandwiches continue to grow in popularity on menus—in the third quarter of 2009, more than 5,000 sandwiches were menued, with family-dining and quick-serve restaurants leading the way.[i] Tyson Food Service introduces new Tyson® Deli Slices™ meats, making it simple for operators to create great-tasting sandwiches. This presliced solution reduces the concerns for employee and food safety and offers a higher-yield product with less waste, therefore reducing costs. The three quality tiers of popular turkey, ham and beef deli meats provide a quality sandwich base ready for customization by the operator or customer.

“As an industry leader, Tyson Food Service is committed to making continuous product improvements and enhancements that meet our customers’ and consumers’ needs for convenient, great-tasting products,” said Rodger Starnes, vice president of food service marketing and customer development, Tyson Foods, Inc. With Tyson Foods’ food-safety model, Tyson® Deli Slices meats offer operators the opportunity to feature deli meats with a cleaner label for their high-quality, deli-fresh sandwiches.”

With no need to slice meats, operators have the opportunity to spend valuable time creating signature dishes and to expand menu offerings. Quality ingredients are used to deliver a lean and gluten-free product. Tyson Foods’ food-safety model and use of natural antimicrobials offer a safe quality product with a cleaner label. Most varieties of Tyson® Deli Slices meats are also lower in sodium. Offered in new 2-lb. stacked packaging with easy-open peel, operators can keep a variety of Deli Slices meats in stock, expanding signature sandwich offerings and overall menu options.

With three quality tier options, Tyson® Deli Slices meats offer the right deli meat for every operation.

The Deli Slices meats Premium tier includes top-quality varieties, such as Oven Roasted Turkey Breast, Black Forest Ham and top round Roast Beef. The Favorites tier offers a variety of sliced deli meats, including Oven Roasted Turkey Breast, Honey Ham, Pastrami and more. The Basics tier offers operators cost-effective options, including Oven Roasted Turkey, Cooked Ham and Roast Beef.

Expand on the traditional sandwich to meet the growing need for new regional and global flavor combinations with a variety of recipes, such as “Santa Fe Turkey,” “Roast Beef Nicoise” or “Swiss Alpine Ham Panini.”

For Tyson® Deli Slices product specifications and on-trend menuing ideas, visit www.tysonfoodservice.com, contact your Tyson Food Service sales representative, or call 1-800-24-TYSON (1-800-248-9766).

About Tyson Foods

Tyson Foods, Inc. (NYSE:TSN-News), founded in 1935 with headquarters in Springdale, Ark., 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 service to customers throughout the United States and more than 90 countries. The company has approximately 117,000 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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[i] Mintel Menu Insights Q309

Introducing New Tyson® Deli Slices™ Beef from Tyson Food Service

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:16:42 -0500

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (April 2010)—Tyson Food Service introduces the new Tyson® Deli Slices™ Beef line with a variety of options and flavors. From roast beef and corned beef to pastrami, Tyson® Deli Slices Beef products provide a great opportunity for operators to expand their menus. This quality sandwich base is ideal for signature creations. Tyson® Deli Slices™ provide a presliced deli meat solution that reduces the concerns for employee and food safety and offers a higher-yield product with less waste, therefore reducing costs. And Tyson Foods’ food safety model and use of natural antimicrobials offer a safe quality product with a cleaner label.

With new Tyson® Deli Slices Beef products available in three quality tiers, it’s easy to create traditional sandwiches with a twist to satisfy customers craving both value and indulgence in their sandwiches. The Deli Slices meats Premium tier features top-quality, lean roast beef made using whole-muscle rounds. The Favorites tier offers a variety of lean beef products, including roast beef, pastrami and corned beef. The Basics tier offers operators a cost-effective lean roast beef option. All varieties are gluten free and available in new convenient 2-lb stacked packages with easy-open peel. Tyson® Deli Slices Beef products offer operators choices for their businesses and the option to expand and enhance their menus.

For Tyson® Deli Slices™ product specifications and on-trend menuing ideas, visit www.tysonfoodservice.com, contact your Tyson Food Service sales representative, or call 1-800-24-TYSON (1-800-248-9766).

About Tyson Foods

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New Tyson® Deli Slices™ Ham from Tyson Food Service

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:03:37 -0500

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (April 2010)—Tyson Food Service introduces the Tyson® Deli Slices™ Ham line, including varieties like Virginia brand, Black Forest and honey, providing a quality deli meat that allows operators to create signature ham sandwiches. This presliced solution reduces the concerns for employee and food safety and offers a higher-yield product with less waste, therefore reducing costs. Tyson Foods’ food-safety model and use of natural antimicrobials offer a safe quality product with a cleaner label. Tyson® Deli Slices Ham products are also reduced sodium and gluten free.

With three quality tier options, Tyson® Deli Slices Ham products offer the right product for every operation. The Premium tier features extra-lean Black Forest and Virginia brand ham. The Favorites tier offers extra-lean smoked, cooked and honey hams, while the Basics tier offers operators a cost-effective lean smoked ham option. Available in new convenient 2-lb stacked packages with easy-open peel, Tyson® Deli Slices Ham products offer operators choices for their businesses and the option to expand and enhance their menus.

About Tyson Foods

Tyson Foods, Inc. (NYSE:TSN-News), founded in 1935 with headquarters in Springdale, Ark., 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 service to customers throughout the United States and more than 90 countries. The company has approximately 117,000 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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Introducing New Tyson® Deli Slices™ Turkey from Tyson Food Service

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:47:53 -0500

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (April 2010)—The new Tyson® Deli Slices™ Turkey line provides presliced deli options for operators. This presliced solution reduces the concerns for employee and food safety and offers a higher-yield product with less waste, therefore reducing costs. Quality ingredients are used to deliver an extra lean, reduced-sodium and gluten-free product. Tyson Foods’ food safety model and use of natural antimicrobials offer a safe quality product with a cleaner label.

With three quality tier options, from Premium to Favorites to Basics, Tyson® Deli Slices Turkey products are offered in Oven Roasted and Smoked varieties to offer operators choices to meet all their sandwich needs. Available in new 2-lb. stacked packages with easy-open peel, Tyson® Deli Slices make it easy to menu one of the most popular sandwich varieties.

For Tyson® Deli Slices product specifications and on-trend menuing ideas, visit www.tysonfoodservice.com , contact your Tyson Food Service sales representative, or call 1-800-24-TYSON (1-800-248-9766).

About Tyson Foods

Tyson Foods, Inc. (NYSE:TSN-News), founded in 1935 with headquarters in Springdale, Ark., 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 service to customers throughout the United States and more than 90 countries. The company has approximately 117,000 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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New Tyson® Mini Burgers with Buns Offer Huge Convenience

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:36:01 -0500

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (April 9, 2010)—Tyson® Mini Burgers are now available with buns in the boxes, providing the ultimate convenience for foodservice directors! Perfect for lunch or as a fun, non-traditional breakfast item, these savory burgers are created using a special process that turns fresh USDA A704 beef into delicious burgers with a flame-broiled taste.

Perfectly proportioned at one meat/meat alternate and one bread serving, Tyson Mini Burgers help meet your students’ nutritional needs.

Tyson Food Service achieves its high standards of freshness through its efficient “5-2-1” approach to burgers. Five days from harvest to processing, two hours to process into burgers and frozen only one time.

Tyson Foods is the only company currently approved by the USDA to procure beef directly from the source. Tyson beef is substitutable, offering a seamless transition from commodity processing to commercial purchasing. Beef substitutability translates directly into menu continuity, allowing you to maintain your nutritional programs, meal patterns and reimbursable meal counts.

As a testament to its commitment to food safety, Tyson Food Service has minimized the risk of product contamination through reduced processing time and product handling.

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

About Tyson Foods

Tyson Foods, Inc. (NYSE:TSN-News), founded in 1935 with headquarters in Springdale, Ark., 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 117,000 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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Tyson Food Service Introduces the Tyson® Red Label™ Product Line

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 16:21:47 -0500

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (March 2010)—Tyson Food Service introduces Tyson® Red Label™ products—the newest line of value-added chicken items made with 100 percent chicken breast meat. These new products are designed to lower food cost by up to 20 percent* without compromising customer satisfaction on core chicken menu items.

“It’s time for foodservice operators to hear some good news among all the recent negative economic reports,” said Rodger Starnes, vice president of foodservice marketing and customer development, Tyson Foods, Inc. “Providing customer solutions is the core of the Tyson culture. We as a company can’t grow unless our customers do, so that’s why Tyson Food Service has taken a bold step to provide operators with affordable high-quality solutions to stay alive and vibrant. Managing center-of-the-plate menu cost is key in delivering profit. We focused on a new line of America’s most popular chicken menu items that deliver an overall value solution allowing operators to no longer worry about price, but rather focus on how to promote higher margin chicken items.”

As the world’s largest poultry supplier, Tyson understands what appeals to consumers, as well as key taste and appearance preferences. “We are committed to understanding what drives consumer purchasing decisions when dining out as well as their evolving needs and preferences,” said Starnes. Using extensive sales and consumer insights, Tyson Food Service identified the attributes most important to consumers in terms of taste, appearance and performance to create a new line of chicken products making operators competitive with this line of consumer preferred products.

Offering a variety of forms, flavors and sizes in a range of pricing options, Tyson® Red Label products ensure operators have plenty of choices in offering the best quality chicken available at every price point. The products are available both in breaded and unbreaded forms. Red Label products were designed to lower food costs and allow operators to improve quality on the fastest-turning chicken products on menus today.

Through the unique combination of grow-out, manufacturing and distribution efficiencies, Tyson® Red Label products uphold the quality expected from Tyson Food Service, while still reducing costs. A high level of quality control and selection criteria assure the chicken used in Tyson® Red Label products meets or exceeds USDA quality and safety standards, just like every other Tyson chicken product.

For a no-risk, free-case rebate offer, product specifications, product videos or to calculate your savings potential for Tyson® Red Label products, visit www.TysonRedLabel.com, contact your Tyson Food Service sales representative or call 1-800-24-TYSON (1-800-248-9766).

About Tyson Foods

Tyson Foods, Inc. (NYSE:TSN-News), founded in 1935 with headquarters in Springdale, Ark., 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 service to customers throughout the United States and more than 90 countries. The company has approximately 117,000 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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* Savings figures are estimates only based upon comparison of Tyson® Red Label™ product prices against comparable Tyson Food Service national price list products on 2/1/10. Savings may vary according to product mix or comparable brand.

Introducing Tyson® Red Label™ Breaded Chicken Products

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 16:04:12 -0500

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (March 2010)—Menu items that use boneless breaded chicken account for 64 percent of all chicken eaten in restaurants[1] today. Tyson® Red Label™ boneless breaded breast products allow operators to reduce the cost of menuing best-selling comparable breaded chicken menu items by up to 20 percent* without compromising customer satisfaction or menu quality.

Using extensive sales and consumer insights, Tyson Food Service has identified the top three breading profiles in boneless chicken to develop the Tyson® Red Label breaded product line: Homestyle, Hot ’N Spicy and Golden Crispy. Tyson Food Service fine-tuned each breading profile to deliver exactly what consumers want—the perfect balance of breading to chicken, the right texture and the perfect color—the best-tasting chicken in each category.

For a Tyson® Red Label breaded chicken no-risk, free-case rebate offer, product specifications, product videos or to calculate your savings potential, visit www.TysonRedLabel.com, contact your Tyson Food Service sales representative or call 1-800-24-TYSON (1-800-248-9766).

About Tyson Foods

Tyson Foods, Inc. (NYSE:TSN-News), founded in 1935 with headquarters in Springdale, Ark., 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 service to customers throughout the United States and more than 90 countries. The company has approximately 117,000 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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[1] 2009, NPD-CREST

Introducing Tyson® Red Label™ Unbreaded Chicken Products

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 15:52:22 -0500

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (March 2010)—In 2009, Americans ate 1.5 billion grilled chicken sandwiches. Today sandwiches and other boneless grilled chicken items account for 34.4 percent of all chicken eaten in restaurants, and those numbers continue to climb.[1] Tyson® Red Label™ unbreaded chicken products were created to allow operators to reduce the cost of using fully cooked products by up to 20 percent* in best-selling comparable chicken menu items, such as grilled chicken sandwiches without compromising customer satisfaction or menu quality.

Tyson® Red Label Classic Grilled products are simply seasoned with salt and pepper, then fully cooked and seared with grill marks to deliver a clean, fresh-off-the-grill flavor. The Roasted products are fully cooked with the natural flavor of carrots, onion and celery to provide a classic roasted chicken flavor. Both flavors were carefully crafted to not have the artificial aftertaste sometimes associated with fully cooked chicken products.

For a Tyson® Red Label unbreaded chicken no-risk, free-case rebate offer, product specifications, product videos or to calculate your savings potential, visit www.TysonRedLabel.com, contact your Tyson Food Service sales representative or call 1-800-24-TYSON (1-800-248-9766).

About Tyson Foods

Tyson Foods, Inc. (NYSE:TSN-News), founded in 1935 with headquarters in Springdale, Ark., 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 service to customers throughout the United States and more than 90 countries. The company has approximately 117,000 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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[1] 2009, NPD-CREST

Starnes Appointed to The National Chicken Council

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 15:31:15 -0500

SRINGDALE, Ark. (March 2010)—Rodger Starnes, vice president of foodservice marketing and customer development, Tyson Foods, Inc., was recently appointed to The National Chicken Council (NCC) marketing committee. Starnes will serve a one-year term.

Starnes joined Tyson Foods in 1999 as the director of customer development national accounts, and now leads the Tyson Food Service marketing team. His team is responsible for strategy development, brand growth, consumer insights, product and culinary innovation, customer development and communication. From national accounts to foodservice distribution, the Tyson Food Service marketing and customer development team is charged with adding value and support to help its customers succeed.

The NCC marketing committee is made up of representatives from its member companies. The group meets twice a year to evaluate the current sales and marketing climate of the chicken industry and to provide recommendations to the NCC board of directors regarding priority issues. The committee aids in determining the best methods to educate retail consumers and foodservice operators on exciting new developments in the world of chicken.

About The National Chicken Council

The NCC represents integrated chicken producer-processors, the companies that produce, process and market chickens. Member companies of NCC account for approximately 95 percent of the chicken sold in the United States.

About Tyson Foods

Tyson Foods, Inc. [NYSE: TSN], founded in 1935 with headquarters in Springdale, Ark., 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 service to customers throughout the United States and more than 90 countries. The company has approximately 117,000 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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Tyson Food Service Honored As IFDA Supplier of the Year for Fourth Year in a Row

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 14:42:40 -0500

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (March 2010)—For the fourth straight year, Tyson Food Service was named the International Foodservice Distributors Association (IFDA) Supplier of the Year. 2009 marked the fifth receipt of this award within the past six years for the company. Tyson corporate executives were on-site at the opening dinner at the 2010 IFDA Partners Executive Forum to accept the award.

“At Tyson Foods we are very committed to the success of our distributor partners and their customers,” said Bernard Leonard, group vice president, Tyson Food Service. “It is an honor to receive this award and be recognized by IFDA for our efforts. We work hard every day to earn the trust and respect of our customers, and ultimately their business.”

Annually, 45 of the top foodservice manufacturers are ranked by the more than 160 members of IFDA on their performance and effectiveness in the following key business areas: conveying product information, working with the distributor sales force, the quality of sales training materials, communicating advertising and promotional information, and the availability of company representatives for handling account issues.

For more information about Tyson Food Service, visit www.tysonfoodservice.com or call 1-800-24-TYSON. To learn more about the International Foodservice Distributors Association, visit www.ifdaonline.org.

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Tyson Foods, Inc., (NYSE: TSN-News), founded in 1935 with headquarters in Springdale, Arkansas, is the world’s largest processor and marketer 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 service to customers throughout the United States and more than 90 countries. The company has approximately 117,000 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.

CAPTION: Tyson Food Service Group VP, Bernard Leonard (center), accepted the IFDA Supplier of the Year award for the company at the IFDA Partners Executive Forum. IFDA Chairman Mac Sullivan (left), president and CEO of Pate Dawson, and Mark Allen, president and CEO of IFDA, presented the award during the opening dinner of the 2010 IFDA Partners Executive Forum.

Bonici® Boneless Wings Watch them Fly!

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 13:02:44 -0600

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (December 2009)— Bonici ® Boneless Wings from Tyson Food Service offer the wings consumers crave the most with pizza. With 56% of consumers ordering appetizers or a side dish with their pizza¹, Bonici boneless wings allow pizzeria operators to capitalize on the resurgence of boneless wings popularity with a proven consumer favorite appetizer or entrée option.

Bonici boneless wings are fully cooked and were developed specifically to withstand the heat of pizza ovens while staying moist and tender. Boneless wings are easier to eat, hold sauce well, and provide more meat per bite, making them great as an appetizer, salad additions, or sides.

Pizza is the ultimate social food, and since 66% of consumers are more likely to share appetizers¹, boneless wings make the perfect complement to pizza. Bonici boneless wings are available in classic Hot ’N Spicy, or operators can add a signature sauce to the Savory Boneless Wings.

For more information about Bonici boneless wings, visit http://www.tysonfoodservice.com/, call 1-800-248-9766, or contact your Tyson Food Service representative.

About Tyson Foods

Tyson Foods, Inc. founded in 1935 with headquarters in Springdale, Ark., is the world’s largest processor and marketer 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 service to customers throughout the United States and more than 90 countries. The company has approximately 117,000 Team Members employed at more than 300 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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Convert Commodity Chicken into All-White- and All-Dark-Meat Kid Favorites with Tyson Food Service

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 13:02:44 -0600

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (December 2009) — Foodservice directors now have even more delicious reasons to divert commodity poultry to Tyson Food Service. In addition to white/dark blended products, commodity chicken may now be reprocessed into Tyson® all-white- or all-dark-meat products that excite students about lunch in the cafeteria.

New all-white-meat products include Tyson® All Natural* Chicken Chunks and Tyson® Right 1™ Chicken Patties . All-dark-meat products include Tyson® Teriyaki Mega Minis™ Chicken Bites and Tyson® Chicken Fajita Meat .

Diverting commodities to Tyson Food Service is efficient and economical—saving schools up to $10 per case. The program helps decrease storage cost, and the internet ordering and reporting system helps schools manage timely deliveries and reduce handling. Tyson Food Service has also reduced the total fat content in most of its commodity processed poultry items by approximately 25% ^[1] .

For more information about all-white- and all-dark-meat chicken products, menuing ideas and other helpful materials, visit www.tysonk12.com , contact your Tyson Food Service sales representative or call 1-800-24-TYSON (1-800-248-9766).

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* Minimally processed; no artificial ingredients

^[1] In Response to the AMS and FNS "Notice to the Trade" February 21, 2006, authorizing the substitution of boneless/skinless meat for skin and/or MSM.

Tyson® Burgers, A Fresh Approach to Beef

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 13:02:44 -0600

SPRINGDALE , Ark. (December 2009) —Tyson® burgers are mouthwatering, tender and juicy burgers that are winning product cuttings coast to coast. Through its efficient process, Tyson Food Service turns USDA A704 fresh beef into backyard-quality burgers with a delicious flame-broiled taste, faster and fresher and with a streamlined process that helps directors stretch entitlement dollars.

Tyson Foods is the only company currently allowed by the USDA to procure beef directly from the source. Tyson® beef is substitutable, offering a seamless flow from commodity processing to commercial purchasing so that directors can keep menu continuity and always menu the same great Tyson products students love. This allows for:

· Maintaining nutritional programs

· Consistent meal patterns

· Preserves reimbursable meal counts

The “5-2-1” process means that Tyson® burgers are made fresher and in as little as five days. Five days from harvest to processing, two hours to process into burgers and frozen only one time.

Because Tyson Food Service is committed to food safety, it has minimized the risk of product contamination with its reduced processing time and product handling. Product handling in schools also has been reduced since the fully cooked burgers arrive in ovenable sleeves that can be heated right in the oven.

Commodity substitutable Tyson burger varieties include Charbroiled Burgers, Charbroiled Patties and Flavored Charbroiled Burgers.

For more information on Tyson burgers and other products, and for helpful materials for school foodservice directors, visit http://www.tysonk12.com/, contact your Tyson Food Service sales representative or call 1-800-24-TYSON (1-800-248-9766).

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Tyson® EvenCook® Chicken Breast Filets When Speed-to-Plate Is a Must

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 09:06:03 -0600

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (March 2010) — Introducing Tyson® EvenCook® chicken breast filets—the perfect chicken for cook-to-order operations where speed-to-plate is a must. Gently pressed and uniform in thickness, operators can rely on Tyson EvenCook chicken breast filets for fast and even cooking every time.

EvenCook chicken breast filets are portioned for dependable presentation, resulting in minimal prep time. They shrink less than commodity breasts, assuring excellent plate or bun coverage and making them great for sandwich applications.

The chicken breast filets are 100% All Natural[1]™, meeting consumer demands for natural options while also reducing sodium levels. Savory and flavored marinades are available both in whole chicken breast and chicken breast filets, offering added prep convenience.

For more information about Tyson EvenCook chicken breast filets, visit www.tysonfoodservice.com, call 1-800-24-TYSON (1-800-248-9766), or contact your Tyson Food Service sales representative.

About Tyson Foods

Tyson Foods, Inc. founded in 1935 with headquarters in Springdale, Ark., is the world’s largest processor and marketer 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 service to customers throughout the United States and more than 90 countries. The company has approximately 117,000 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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[1] Minimally processed; no artificial ingredients.

Tyson Foods Donates 8.6 Million Pounds of Protein in 2009

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 09:06:03 -0600

Springdale, Arkansas – February 11, 2010 – More than 49 million Americans – 17 million of them children – are food insecure, according to the United States Department of Agriculture. That’s one in every six Americans and one in every four children. Many organizations are actively working to help those in need. Tyson Foods continued its hunger relief efforts during 2009 by donating more than 8.6 million pounds of protein to food banks across the nation. In addition, the company undertook several initiatives designed to help raise awareness for the cause of hunger and its growing impact on Americans.

(EDITOR’S NOTE: All numbers cited are for Tyson Foods fiscal year, Sept. 28, 2008 – Oct. 2, 2009).

2009 donations by the numbers

Tyson donated 8,619,029 million pounds of chicken, beef and pork.
These donations are the equivalent of 34.4 million meals – enough for one meal for every resident in America’s top 20 largest cities.
The protein was donated to more than 40 food banks, who distribute the food to local non-profits and food pantries directly providing food to those in need.
The donations were made in 28 states.

Tyson has been active in hunger relief work since 2000. Since that time, the company has provided more than 260 million meals to individuals and families across the country by donating approximately 71 million pounds of protein.

The top 10 state recipients for Tyson food donations during 2009 included:

Arkansas (1,666,171.32 pounds)
Kansas (1,088,737.26)
Illinois (882,030.75)
Texas (850,663.26)
Missouri (822,967.07)
California (467,725.53)
North Carolina (427,974.43)
Ohio (180,051.80)
Indiana (174,288.58) and
Pennsylvania (163,452.36).

“At Tyson Foods, we believe hunger is unacceptable,” said Ed Nicholson, director of community relations for Tyson Foods. “These challenging times have only made things worse for many Americans. Our goal is to help those who are working on the front lines of hunger by giving them much-needed protein they can distribute in their communities. We’re also focused on raising awareness for the cause of hunger in hopes that with additional awareness will come additional resources.”

Spreading the word

Hunger can be an invisible reality often overlooked by others. Tyson’s efforts during 2009 to continue placing attention on the cause included several initiatives.

· Web site: Tyson hosts a web site http://hungerrelief.tyson.com dedicated to the cause of hunger and encouraging greater online discussion about ways to fight hunger in America. During 2009 the company captured and shared stories of the work being done by food banks, national non-profits, and local agencies. The site also promoted connectivity and conversation between individuals and organizations active in hunger relief.

· Comment for food: Tyson’s hunger relief web site also helped drive several social media campaigns that delivered truckloads of food to San Francisco, Austin and Boston food banks. For every public comment posted to Tyson’s hunger blog Tyson pledged to deliver 100 pounds of protein -- up to 70,000 pounds (two truckloads) -- to these local food banks. The San Francisco thread generated more than 2,000 comments in the first week, while Boston area residents posted enough comments to fill the first truck in less than two hours.

· Hunger All Stars: Tyson honored four outstanding individuals for their unique efforts to fight hunger in their local communities. The company donated approximately 35,000 pounds of protein to each Hunger All Star’s local food bank in their honor.

o Erma Smith, Little Rock

o Tony and Dolly Ellis, New Orleans

o Sarah Owen, Fort Myers, Florida

o Ernie Conduff, Fayetteville, Arkansas

National partnerships

As in years past, Tyson collaborated with several national organizations including: Feeding America, Share Our Strength, League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC), Historically Black Colleges and Universities, and Lift Up America.

Team member involvement

Not only does Tyson as a company invest in the fight against hunger, Tyson team members are actively involved as well. Many plants host fund-raising events every year for hunger relief through the company’s “Powering the Spirit” program. During 2009, team members raised more than $110,000 that was donated to Share Our Strength for hunger outreach in those local communities as well as on the national level.

As part of the company’s continued involvement in the Register’s Annual Great Bike Ride Across Iowa (RAGBRAI), Tyson team members in Cherokee, Waterloo, Perry and Storm Lake prepared more than 40,000 meals for riders and observers. The funds raised through these and other Tyson-sponsored events along the route were channeled to Share Our Strength and several local agencies that specifically target childhood hunger.

Tyson Foods, Inc. (NYSE:TSN - News), 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 117,000 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.

CONTACT: Gary Mickelson 479-290-6111 gary.mickelson@tyson.com

hungerrelief.tyson.com

Explore the Bonici® Brand Recipe Collection at Bonici.com

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 09:06:03 -0600

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (February 2010)—Operators looking for new ways to update all-American classics can now visit http://www.bonici.com/ to access the complete Bonici® brand recipe collection. The Bonici pizza brand offers a full-line portfolio of toppings, doughs, crusts, and other value-added products backed by the industry insights, business-building ideas, and support of one of the most trusted names in foodservice—Tyson Food Service.

Pizza flavors are timeless, but market forces change. Currently there are several trends affecting what consumers are looking for, where they dine, and how they order. This Bonici brand recipe collection was developed to satisfy one or more of the characteristics consumers desire when dining out—value, heritage, flavor, health, and innovation.

Bonici products will help create excitement in any establishment with new menuing ideas such as the Fiery Hawaiian Pizza, an intensely flavored Hawaiian-inspired pizza. Or introduce diners to the unique flavor combinations of the Crispy Chicken Greek Hoagie featuring a house-made roll using pizza dough.

For more information about the complete line of Bonici products and on-trend menuing ideas, visit www.bonici.com, call 1-800-248-9766, or contact your Tyson Food Service sales representative.

About Tyson Foods

Tyson Foods, Inc. founded in 1935 with headquarters in Springdale, Ark., is the world’s largest processor and marketer 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 service to customers throughout the United Statesand more than 90 countries. The company has approximately 117,000 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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Tyson Food Service Introduces Primo Donna’s Italian Kitchen™ Branded Solution

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 09:06:03 -0600

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (February 2010)— Tyson Food Service introduces the Primo Donna’s Italian Kitchen™ branded solution to its Tyson Branded Solutions™ program, offering the traditional atmosphere of an Italian restaurant with a dash of contemporary style.

The Primo Donna’s Italian Kitchen branded solution offers a full-delivery system that provides a unique foodservice concept with equipment, quality branding, on-trend merchandising materials and packaging. Tyson Food Service also provides ongoing support, such as limited-time-offer promotional ideas and new menuing suggestions.

Offering authentic Italian flavors with an upbeat atmosphere, the Primo Donna’s Italian Kitchen branded solution allows for a wide variety of pizzas, pastas, salads, sandwiches and appetizers, such as the Loaded Pepperoni Twists or the Meaty Mac ’n’ Cheese Bake. All recipes are designed to increase participation while helping maintain a balanced meal.

The Tyson Branded Solutions program was introduced in 1997 to offer foodservice operators a turnkey, affordable business solution that would generate excitement while increasing sales and traffic. Today, more than 300 foodservice operators are dramatically increasing traffic and sales with Tyson Branded Solutions units. In addition to the Primo Donna’s Italian Kitchen branded solution, the Tyson Branded Solutions program offers Ancho Grill®, featuring a menu of fresh made-to-order south-of-the-border favorites; Sunset Strips®, offering a wide variety of items from tenderloins to wings; and Crustano’s Café™, offering the café experience with its handcrafted panini and premium wraps made with premium meats and specialty breads.

For more information about Primo Donna’s Italian Kitchen or other Tyson Branded Solutions, visit http://www.tysonk12.com/, contact your Tyson Food Service sales representative or call 1-800-24-TYSON (1-800-248-9766).

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Tyson Foods, Inc. [NNYSE: TSN], founded in 1935 with headquarters in Springdale, Ark., is the world’s largest processor and marketer 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 service to customers throughout the United States and more than 90 countries. The company has approximately 117,000 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.

Introducing IBP® Cut & Ready™ Beef from Tyson Food Service Take Prep Time Out of Your Scratch Recipes

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 09:06:03 -0600

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (January 2010)— IBP^® Cut & Ready ^™ beef from Tyson Food Service provides a more efficient way to prepare signature scratch recipes. With the economy hitting everyone’s bottom line, IBP® Cut & Ready beef is the answer to saving time, money, and labor costs, which can be passed on to patrons.

The new ready-to-cook beef fills a much needed gap between raw and fully cooked cut-up beef. Cut & Ready beef products are flavor-neutral, making them versatile enough to work with any recipe profile—from entrée salads to ethnic specialties. Precut to minimize knife work, these beef products save labor time, while presenting faster, more consistent prep results.

Four beef products are available in the line including diced beef, steak strips, beef strips, and 18, 4-oz. ranch beef filets making it easy to add Cut & Ready beef to any busy kitchen.

For IBP® Cut & Ready beef product specifications or on-trend menuing ideas visit www.tysonfoodservice.com , contact your Tyson Food Service sales representative or call

1-800-24-TYSON (1-800-248-9766).

About Tyson Foods

Tyson Foods, Inc. founded in 1935 with headquarters in Springdale, Ark., is the world’s largest processor and marketer 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 service to customers throughout the United States and more than 90 countries. The company has approximately 117,000 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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Introducing Tyson® Cut & Ready™ Chicken Making Scratch Recipes Simple

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 09:06:02 -0600

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (January 2010)— In this trying economy, Tyson Food Service understands the importance of saving time, money, and labor costs without sacrificing quality. New Tyson® Cut & Ready^™ chicken offers great value to operators by taking a lot of the busy work out of scratch recipe preparation.

Cut & Ready chicken is 100% All Natural[1]™, uncooked and flavor-neutral for maximum flexibility in scratch recipes. The new chicken products are precut for speed and consistency of preparation, and fill a much needed gap between raw whole-meat products, such as random breast filets, and fully cooked and cut-up chicken. Cut & Ready chicken products are versatile enough to work with any recipe profile from entrée salads to ethnic specialties.

Cut & Ready chicken is available as uncooked breast or thigh meat, diced or as pieces, in 20-lb. cases containing 4/5-lb. flat bags.

For Tyson® Cut & Ready chicken product specifications or on-trend menuing ideas, visit www.tysonfoodservice.com, contact your Tyson Food Service sales representative, or call

1-800-24-TYSON (1-800-248-9766).

About Tyson Foods

Tyson Foods, Inc. founded in 1935 with headquarters in Springdale, Ark., is the world’s largest processor and marketer 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 service to customers throughout the United States and more than 90 countries. The company has approximately 117,000 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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[1] Minimally processed, no artificial ingredients.

Cut the Time You Put into Scratch Recipes with IBP® Cut & Ready™ Pork from Tyson Food Service

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 09:06:01 -0600

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (January 2010)— Operators are in business to make money, and anything to save labor, liability, and time is crucial. Cut & Ready™ pork from Tyson Food Service helps cut all of these things from scratch recipe preparation.

IBP® Cut & Ready pork is uncooked, flavor-neutral, and already diced so it’s ready to be incorporated into scratch recipes. In addition to saving prep and cooking time, IBP® Cut & Ready pork offers faster, more consistent results. And less handling of raw meat decreases food-safety risks.

These simple, flavor-neutral, uncooked meats provide great menu flexibility in a variety of menu items ranging from all-American to ethnic specialties. Cut & Ready pork makes it easy to take advantage of customers’ cravings for specialty foods, such as Green Chile Pork Burrito.

For IBP® Cut & Ready pork product specifications or on-trend menuing ideas, visit www.tysonfoodservice.com, contact your Tyson Food Service sales representative, or call 1-800-24-TYSON (1-800-248-9766).

About Tyson Foods

Tyson Foods, Inc. founded in 1935 with headquarters in Springdale, Ark., is the world’s largest processor and marketer 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 service to customers throughout the United States and more than 90 countries. The company has approximately 117,000 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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Satisfy America’s Latest Wing Craving with Tyson® Boneless Wings

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 09:06:01 -0600

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (January 2010)— Boneless wings are experiencing resurgence on the menu. Top-of-mind with consumers via national chain restaurant promotions—Tyson Food Service makes it simple for operators to add Tyson® Boneless Wings and provides menu solutions to take advantage of this hot menu trend.

Tyson Boneless Wings are a great addition to the appetizer menu and can also be utilized for cost-effective entrée options. According to a national chain wing restaurant, boneless wing sales rival bone-in wing sales during lunch hours, making them promotable at a better margin. And menuing boneless wings with bone-in wings can increase total wing sales by drawing upon a new consumer base.

Tyson Food Service can help operators capitalize on this menu trend with its full line of boneless wings and menuing ideas, such as “Samba Wings with Habanero Citrus Glaze,” and “Moroccan Spice BBQ Boneless Chicken Wings” available at www.tysonfoodservice.com .

For Tyson Boneless Wings product specifications and on-trend menuing ideas, visit www.tysonfoodservice.com , contact your Tyson Food Service sales representative, or call 1-800-24-TYSON (1-800-248-9766).

About Tyson Foods

Tyson Foods, Inc. founded in 1935 with headquarters in Springdale, Ark., is the world’s largest processor and marketer 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 service to customers throughout the United States and more than 90 countries. The company has approximately 117,000 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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Improve Student Participation and Performance with Hot Breakfast Ideas from Tyson Food Service

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 09:06:01 -0600

SPRINGDALE, Ark. (January 2010)— Studies show breakfast improves creativity, problem-solving skills, classroom behavior and verbal fluency, helping students be more alert, happier and ready to learn.¹ With many students still skipping breakfast, Tyson Food Service has developed hot breakfast recipes utilizing Tyson® products to bring kids to your table. Recipes such as the Breakfast Burger Quesadilla or the Side Car Breakfast Dippers Chicken ’n’ Waffles are designed to increase breakfast participation.

By staying current with food trends, Tyson Food Service ensures its products and menu ideas cater to students’ needs. The Breakfast Burger Quesadilla, featuring Tyson Premium Onion Flavored Charbroiled Beef Burgers and Mexican Original® Flour Tortillas, combines comfort, variety and portability to meet on-the-go students’ breakfast demands. Side Car Breakfast Dippers, featuring Tyson® Chicken Round-Ups™, acknowledge their sweet tooth but still help maintain a balanced meal. Both recipes use Tyson products many schools are currently featuring on their lunch menus.

All Tyson Food Service breakfast items are fully cooked and ready to heat, minimizing prep time and food-safety concerns. Directors can mix and match offerings to serve a hot, nutritious meal that is sure to create excitement about breakfast.

For more information about Tyson Food Service breakfast products, menuing ideas and other helpful materials, visit http://www.tysonk12.com/, contact your Tyson Food Service sales representative or call 1-800-24-TYSON (1-800-248-9766).

¹ School Nutrition Association, 2009

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Tyson Partners with Schools & Chefs Across the Nation as Part of First Lady, Michelle Obama’s “Chefs Move to Schools” Initiative

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 09:06:00 -0600

Three Tyson Chefs chosen to join Michelle Obama’s Let’s Move! campaign and Sam Kass’ initiative - a positive approach to nutrition and health with schools across America.
Three Tyson team members, Don Walsh, David Jetter & Ira Fingerman, recently joined chefs from across the country to focus their culinary talents on key opportunities within our nation’s schools as part of First Lady, Michelle Obama’s “Chefs Move to Schools” initiative. The event was initiated by the First Lady as part of her 'Let's Move' campaign, aimed at ending childhood obesity within a generation. Mrs. Obama’s request for attendees was simply to use their time and talents to solve the childhood obesity epidemic, saying, “…Our nation’s chefs have tremendous power as leaders on this issue because of their deep knowledge of food and nutrition and their standing in the community”. The goal of the program is to leverage chefs across the country as the catalysts to promote the program, working with school foodservice professionals to educate children, parents and caregivers on the values of good food choices, and create a new nation of child food advocates who can help make positive impact on eating behaviors.
The event left attendees inspired to become active participants in their local schools and communities, helping to deliver a positive message related to both nutrition and health in this country. Tyson Food Service is a key supplier to school foodservice operators across the country. Our chefs in conjunction with Tyson team members across the country are looking forward to partnering with segment leaders and operators to help to answer the call for solutions that will further enhance nutrition and health in our country’s schools.