JBS Foods – World Leader in Global Protein Processing & Food Solutions

Company Name: JBS S.A. (operates globally as JBS Foods)

Founded: 1953, Brazil

Headquarters: São Paulo, Brazil

Employees: 270,000+ worldwide

Revenue (2024): USD 77.2 billion

Operations: ~250+ production plants across 5 continents, serving ≈180 countries

Parent Group: J&F Investimentos

Company Overview & History

Originating as a small butcher shop in Anápolis, JBS has grown into the world’s largest protein-based food company. From its 2007 IPO and international acquisitions to today’s global scope, JBS consistently expands through strategic innovation and diversified focus.

Product & Service Offerings

• Beef, poultry, pork, lamb and plant-based proteins
• Value-added products: prepared meals, ready-to-eat foods, sausages
• By-products and related industries: leather, collagen, biodiesel, metal packaging, hygiene and cleaning supplies

Brands & Business Units

Key portfolio brands include Friboi, Seara, Pilgrim’s Pride, Moy Park, Swift, Primo and Plumrose. Operations span Brazil, U.S., Australia, Canada, Europe, Mexico, and more — backed by strong global processing capabilities and supply chains.

Markets Served

JBS serves over 320,000 customers in around 180 countries, covering retail, food service, industrial, and institutional sectors on six continents.

Logistics & Capabilities

• High-volume slaughtering capacity: tens of thousands of cattle, hogs, and poultry daily
• Efficient multi-modal logistics spanning air, sea, land
• Advanced automation, AI-enabled facilities, and robust cold-chain systems
• Global value-chain operations integrating feedlots, packaging, and distribution

Sustainability & Social Responsibility

JBS has pledged net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040 and invests in community programs, education, and environmental initiatives. However, the company faces ongoing scrutiny over links to Amazon deforestation, climate impact, and labor concerns—despite sustainability efforts and product traceability investments.

Contact Summary

Global Headquarters: São Paulo, Brazil

CEO: Gilberto Tomazoni

Publicly Traded: Listed on Brazilian B3 and U.S. NYSE

Website: jbsfoodsgroup.com