Headquartered in Smithfield, Virginia, since 1936, Smithfield Foods Inc. is an American food company with agricultural roots and a global reach. Its 40,000 U.S. employees are dedicated to producing "Good food. Responsibly." It pioneered sustainability standards for more than two decades, including its commitment to cut its carbon impact by 25% by 2025. Smithfield owns a portfolio of brands such as Smithfield, Eckrich, and Nathan's Famous, among many others.