date:Nov 21, 2012
t of net sales and 26 percent of total segment operating profit. Continued sales growth of value-added products and an improved product mix offset higher feed costs during the quarter, the company said. Sales for the quarter increased 5 percent, led by sales of Jennie-O Turkey Store fresh tray pack, turkey bacon and turkey burgers.
Specialty Foods accounted for 11 percent of net sales and 12 percent of total segment operating profit. Operating profits for the segment advanced 8 percent on a 7