THANKSGIVING 2010
SANDERSON
FARMS NEWS
Happy Thanksgiving
Dear Associates,
As I look at the performance of all of our operations, I am grateful to all of you for your
contribution toward the continued success of Sanderson Farms.
Our net income for the first nine months of fiscal 2010 totaled $87.0 million, compared
with $62.5 million for the first nine months of last year.
Sanderson Farms’ financial results for the third quarter of fiscal 2010 reflect favorable
market conditions and solid execution in our operations. Retail grocery store demand
has remained strong, although food service demand has remained sluggish, and will
likely remain that way until the employment market improves and more consumers
return to restaurants. Exports have been challenging due to Russia being closed to U.S.
products and China imposing
tariffs on U.S. chicken. Our
operations continue to run
well, resulting in solid
operating margins for the
third quarter.
Our financial and operating
performance reflects the
ability and focus of our
managers, employees and
contract producers who
always manage our operations
the same way, regardless of
market conditions.
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Susie and Lampkin Butts with granddaughter, Sadie Sutton.
THANKSGIVING 2010
VOLUME 26
ISSUE 5
SANDERSON FARMS NEWS
Editor
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Promotions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Corporate Trainees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-7
Kinston Processing Moves Forward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-9
Trainee/New Supervisor Orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-11
Leading with Vision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-13
Summer Internship Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-16
I Am Thankful for ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17-23
Waco Growers: A Wing & A Prayer, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
The Art of Customer Responsiveness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Waco Growers: Carrey Williams Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Quarterly Trainee Meeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Performance Review/Salaried Orientation . . . . . . . . . . . .28-29
Feliz Día de Acción de Gracias . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30-31
Wellness Initiative: The Salt Hiding in Your Diet . . . . . . . . . .32
Health Fair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Adel Feed Mill Drivers Safety Awards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Our Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Retirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Our Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36-37
Child Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38-39
Visit us at our website, www.sandersonfarms.com
Robin Robinson
Coordinator
Tessa Cain
Corporate Translator
Vania Nelson
Printing
Southern Images Printing, Inc.
Reporters
Laurel Processing
Mattie Conner
Collins Production
Gail Garrett
Brad Clark
Laurel Production
Carol Simmons
Hazlehurst Production
Ken Holmes
Hazlehurst Processing
Tiffany Outlaw
Hammond Processing
Dayana Reanez
McComb Processing
Mattie Walker
Robin Fenn
Blake Robinson
McComb Production
Grady Cutrer
Collins Processing
Danny Martin
Child Care
Glenda Bonds
Foods
Alice Winston
Brazos Production
Stacey Reynolds
Evelyn Oder
Brazos Processing
Andy Skidmore
Moultrie Processing
Chris Eavenson
Adel Production
Martha Hainley
Waco Production
Lily Bolanos
Waco Processing
Kelly LaBarbera
Kinston Processing
Mika Jeffries
Kinston Production
Randall Boehme
Reporter Deadline for next issue:
October 4, 2010
Vision
Sanderson Farms is special. We are a successful,
growing organization, respected in the communities
in which we live and the industries of which we are
a part.
Our dedicated team of caring individuals treats all
persons with absolute respect and integrity.
People in our organization are devoted to the success
of their associates in fulfilling their chosen potential in
all aspects of life.
Our hallmarks are quality products, responsiveness to customer needs, superior achievement and
successful people.
Sanderson Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Happy Thanksgiving
I congratulate you, and thank you for your excellent performance
and your dedication to Sanderson Farms.
Excellent performance includes achieving our operational goals, but it also includes
achieving success through proper and prudent management of our assets;
maintaining good employee relations and grower relations; following company
policy; being responsible for the safety of others; continuing our growth plans; and
honoring our company culture and our vision.
Remember the Sanderson Farms vision – to be special, growing, successful, and
respected. Execution of our vision rests in the hands of Sanderson Farms employees.
I believe our long term profitable growth, increased shareholder value, and
prospects for achieving our vision, also rest on the strength of the employees
working throughout Sanderson Farms.
While we believe market forces will support a favorable balance of supply and
demand for our industry over the long term, we recognize there will always be
short-term challenges for our industry. We used to call the up and down turns in our
industry “cycles”, but they now seem to also be triggered by events. Russian
embargos, avian influenza, Chinese tariffs, economic turmoil and recessions, and
whatever event is next. While we are mindful of cycles and events, our philosophy is
to continue to manage Sanderson Farms for the long term. It is precisely because we
know these events and cycles will occur that we maintain a balance sheet that can
withstand whatever comes our way.
Sanderson Farms has continued its pattern of growth throughout the various cycles
and events that characterize both our nation’s economy and our industry. While we
note our position as the fourth largest poultry producer in the United States, we are
especially proud that we have achieved our growth while maintaining our position as
one of the most efficient, low cost operators in our industry, and at all times
improving product quality, customer service, and maintaining a balance sheet that
can withstand cycles and events. We have followed this pattern of steady,
manageable growth because we believe having additional pounds of product
to sell allows us to meet our responsibility to deliver higher earnings.
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Happy Thanksgiving
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We are proud of our Company’s accomplishments. While market conditions remain
uncertain and will until the economic recovery gains traction and people return to
work, we are optimistic about our future. We sell a very high quality, healthy,
affordable product that consumers enjoy. We produce that product efficiently and
our managers continue to deliver unparalleled service to our expanding customer
base. Our balance sheet is strong. We have demonstrated our commitment to
continued growth with our investment in the new North Carolina facility and our
commitment to have two complexes in North Carolina. Above all, we are confident
in the strength of our people - our board of directors, managers, employees,
customers and contract producers who honor their commitment to Sanderson
Farms and their responsibility to support our continued success. As we go forward
into 2011 we will do so with a focus on our responsibilities to our shareholders; to
our customers, consumers, employees and growers; and to the communities in
which we operate.
On a personal note, my wife, Susie and I are enjoying watching our family grow.
This past year, we gained a son-in-law in May, when our daughter, Stephanie and
Tucker McNeese were married. We also learned that our son, Casey and his wife,
Lauren will bless us with our second grandchild in December. Our granddaughter,
Sadie, whose parents are Trey and Christie Sutton, is the light of our life. For all of
you who are grandparents, you know that grandchildren are “grand”!
As I reflect on my family, and on our company, I have so much to be thankful for. I
hope that you will join with me during this season of Thanksgiving to thank God
for all of our many blessings.
Happy Thanksgiving,
Lampkin Butts
President and Chief Operating Officer
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Thanksgiving 2010
Promotions
Jennifer Franklin
Jennifer Franklin has been promoted to Corporate Recruiter at
the Corporate Office. Jennifer began working with Sanderson
Farms in March 2010 as a Beginning Trainee. She graduated
from The University of Southern Mississippi with a Bachelor of
Arts degree in Psychology. Prior to coming to work at Sanderson
Farms, Jennifer worked for a restaurant franchise for sixteen
years spending the last eleven years as a Multi-Unit Operator and
Area Director in Memphis and North Mississippi. She is married
to Michael Davis and has one daughter, Isabella. Jennifer and
her family reside in Hattiesburg, Mississippi.
Gary Krueger
Gary Krueger has been promoted to Live Haul Manager at Waco
Production. Gary joined Sanderson Farms in August 2007 as Live
Haul Supervisor at Waco Production. Before joining Sanderson
Farms, he was employed for 16 years in Turkey Operations for
Cargill, Inc. Gary is married to Michele and they have three
children: Molly, Hope and John. In his spare time, Gary enjoys
spending time with family and friends.
Congratulations!
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Corporate Trainees
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Adam Anglin, Beginning Trainee,
graduated with a Bachelor of Science
degree in Agricultural Life Science, Poultry
Science from Mississippi State University.
He is interested in outdoor life and enjoys
hunting, fishing, hiking, and summer
missions. He attends First Baptist Church
in Summit.
Andy Hill has joined Sanderson Farms
as a Beginning Trainee. A graduate of The
University of Southern Mississippi in
Hattiesburg, he earned his Bachelor of
Science degree in Sports Administration
with a minor in Business Administration.
In his spare time, he enjoys saltwater fishing,
boating, hunting, snow and water skiing.
Caroline Milek, Beginning Trainee, is
a graduate of Louisiana State University
in Baton Rouge. She earned her Bachelor
of Science degree in Agriculture Business.
Caroline was a member of the Delta
Gamma Sorority. In her spare time she
enjoys shooting sporting clays, duck and
deer hunting and offshore fishing.
David Grayson holds a Bachelor of
Arts degree in Biblical Studies from
William Carey University in Mississippi
and a Master’s in Religious Education
from the New Orleans Baptist Theological
Seminary. He has joined Sanderson Farms
as a Beginning Trainee. He enjoys hunting,
fishing, exercise and Alabama football.
Greg Ganem, Beginning Trainee,
received his Bachelor of Science degree
in Industrial Engineering from the
University of Texas - Arlington. He and his
wife, Marisa, have a son, Ian Gregory, 6,
and are expecting a new son, Luke Allen,
in September. Greg enjoys skeet shooting
and bar-b-que.
Jace Morgan joined Sanderson Farms as
an Accounting Trainee. He received his
Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture/
Agribusiness from the University of Georgia
as well as a Bachelor’s in Business
Administration/Accounting from Valdosta
State University of Georgia. Jace is single
and enjoys music, various sports and
playing the guitar in his time off.
Jonathan Riley has joined Sanderson
Farms as a Beginning Trainee. He is a
graduate of Tarleton State University
located in Stephenville, Texas. He earned
his Bachelor of Science degree in Animal
Science. Jonathan’s favorite saying is “Ay,
what are you doing?” In his spare time, he
enjoys motorcycle riding, dancing,
barbeque, throwing horseshoes and
kicking back.
Trey Sutton, Beginning Trainee,
graduated from The University of
Southern Mississippi with a Bachelor of
Science degree in Business Administration.
Trey also received his Master’s in Business
Administration from The University of
Southern Mississippi. He played baseball
at Southern Miss in 2005 through 2008. In
his spare time, he enjoys playing soccer
and softball.
Justin Ricks joined Sanderson Farms
as a Beginning Trainee. Justin obtained
his Bachelor of Science degree in
Construction Management with a Minor
in Business from Georgia Southern
University. He is single and enjoys
hanging out with friends, target
shooting, playing video games and
watching college football in his leisure
time.
Thanksgiving 2010
Corporate Trainees
Matthew Howell joined Sanderson Farms
as a Beginning Trainee. He obtained his
Bachelor of Science degree in Horticulture
from North Carolina State University and his
Master’s of Business Administration in
Finance from East Carolina University of
North Carolina. Matthew enjoys sports of all
kinds, hunting, fishing and reading.
Kizzy Blakney, Beginning Trainee, earned
her Master’s of Business Administration
degree from William Carey University in
Mississippi. Kizzy has two children: Brenden
and Taylor. In her spare time, she enjoys
reading, cooking, spending time with family
and friends, meeting new people and
traveling.
Nathan Hanna joined Sanderson Farms
as a Beginning Trainee. He is a graduate of
Sam Houston State University in Huntsville,
Texas. He earned his Bachelor of Science
degree in Ag Engineering Technology.
Nathan’s favorite quote is “If you’re not first,
you’re last.” In his spare time, he enjoys the
outdoors, fishing and hunting.
Patrick Morgan has joined Sanderson
Farms as a Beginning Trainee. He is a
graduate of Alcorn State University in
Lorman, Mississippi. He earned his
Bachelor of Science degree in General
Agriculture and a Master of Science in
Animal Science. In his spare time,
Patrick enjoys fishing, singing, gardening,
cooking and showing cattle.
Richard Conrad, Beginning Trainee, is
a graduate of The University of Southern
Mississippi, holding degrees in both
Marketing and Accounting. Richard is
married to Debbie and they have two
children, Nolan and Andrew.
Ryan Hebert has joined Sanderson
Farms as a Beginning Trainee. A graduate
of The University of Southern Mississippi in
Hattiesburg, he earned his Bachelor of
Science degree in Sports Administration
and Coaching. Ryan played football at USM
and was a two-time ALL-USA Conference
Offensive Lineman. He enjoys hunting,
fishing, and shooting sporting clays.
Tim Carroll has joined Sanderson
Farms as an Advanced Trainee. He
earned a Bachelor of Science degree in
Business Administration from Livingston
University in Alabama. He and his wife,
Kim, have four children: Mallory, Bryant,
Lesley and Cason. Tim enjoys spending
time with his family.
Chris Archie, Beginning Trainee, received
his Bachelor of Science degree in AgriBusiness Management from the University
of Louisiana at Monroe. He enjoys exercise,
fishing, hunting, camping, golf, football,
baseball, coaching cheering, church, and
music.
Josh Newman has joined Sanderson
Farms as a Beginning Trainee. Josh
earned his Bachelor of Science degree
in Education from Baylor University in
Texas. He is married to Britni, and enjoys
hunting, training his Labrador, spending
time with family and friends, and being
outdoors. Josh says, “Work hard so you
can play hard and enjoy life.”
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Kinston Processing Moves Forward
– Nancy Vanderschaaf and Allison Nicholas
he smiling faces of the employees of Kinston Processing reveal that the opening of the first North
Carolina plant is near. The employees of Kinston Processing would like to thank everyone at
Sanderson Farms for their assistance and support in making our beginning a successful one.
We look forward to contributing to the strength and prosperity of Sanderson Farms for years to come.
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Thanksgiving 2010
Kinston Processing Moves Forward
Thanksgiving 2010
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Trainee / New Supervisor Orientation
– Teri Myers
ew Trainees and Supervisors from across the company recently attended Trainee and New
Supervisor Orientation. In addition to learning about the rich history and company culture of
Sanderson Farms, they watched the new company DVD, featuring members of our Executive
Committee discussing many aspects of our business. They also learned a variety of topics from Animal
Welfare and Cost Accounting to Building Positive Relationships and Leadership.
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Georgia
Left to right: Justin Ricks, Beginning Trainee; Matthew Howell, Beginning Trainee; Brian Crosby, Beginning
Trainee; Richie McCoy, Holding Room Supervisor, Moultrie Processing; Jace Morgan, Accounting Trainee;
Will Danforth, Hatchery Superintendent, Adel Production; and Joe McGlamery, Production Manager, Adel
Production.
North Carolina
First row, left to right: Greg Metts, Beginning Trainee; Neil Dudley, Broiler Supervisor, Kinston Production; Michael Walters, Pullet Flock Supervisor,
Kinston Production; Rex Duran, Sanitation Supervisor, Kinston Processing; Michael Phillips, Shipping Superintendent, Kinston Processing; and
James Grady, Evisceration Supervisor, Kinston Processing.
Second row, left to right: Matt Ottinger, Beginning Trainee; Torrance Lunnie, Shipping Supervisor, Kinston Processing; Tavarus Moore, Overwrap
Supervisor, Kinston Processing; Rodney Shepard, Debone Tray Pack Supervisor, Kinston Processing; Steven Vincent, Specialty Supervisor, Kinston
Processing; Ryan Boardman, Debone Supervisor, Kinston Processing; Jose E. Gautier, Debone Supervisor, Kinston Processing; and Charles King,
Broiler Supervisor, Kinston Production.
Third row, left to right: Sheea White, HAACP Supervisor, Kinston Processing; William Grady, Holding Room Supervisor, Kinston Production; Mike
Edmonson, Picking Supervisor, Kinston Processing; Robby Braswell, Advanced Trainee; Boris Cannon, Live Receiving Supervisor, Kinston Processing;
Tyler Brantley, Specialty Supervisor, Kinston Processing; Scott Hardison, Transportation Supervisor, Kinston Processing; Suzanne Harmon,
Evisceration Supervisor, Kinston Processing; Anita Davis, Parts Equipment Buyer, Kinston Processing; Cleaster Moore, Specialty Supervisor, Kinston
Processing; Carter Crandell, Debone Superintendent, Kinston Processing, Jose R. Gautier, Debone Supervisor, Kinston Processing; Vincenzo Varas,
Thigh Debone Supervisor, Kinston Processing; and Kenneth McKinnon, Overwrap Supervisor, Kinston Processing.
Fourth row, left to right: Jesus Ambriz, Evisceration Supervisor, Kinston Processing; Jimmy Riddick, Specialty Dripline Supervisor, Kinston
Processing; Greg McCarter, Live Receiving Supervisor, Kinston Processing; Allen Bell, Picking Supervisor, Kinston Processing; Bob Clark, Hatchery
Superintendent, Kinston Production; Chris Smith, Shipping Supervisor, Kinston Processing; Adam Smith, Broiler Supervisor, Kinston Production;
Justin Sinclair, Broiler Supervisor, Kinston Production; Kenneth Mashburn, Pre-Price Supervisor, Kinston Processing; Marvin Jackson, Pre-Price
Supervisor, Kinston Processing; Carl Wooten, Shipping Superintendent, Kinston Processing; and Ron Weaver, Quality Control Manager, Kinston
Processing.
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Thanksgiving 2010
Trainee / New Supervisor Orientation
Mississippi
Front row, left to right: David Grayson, Beginning Trainee; Adam Anglin, Beginning Trainee; Patrick Morgan,
Beginning Trainee; Richard Conrad, Beginning Trainee; Quinn Axton, Beginning Trainee; and Carsha Stromas,
Beginning Trainee.
Back row, left to right: Trey Sutton, Beginning Trainee; Andy Hill, Beginning Trainee; Ryan Hebert, Beginning
Trainee; Caroline Milek, Beginning Trainee; Kizzy Blakney, Beginning Trainee; and Todd Smith, Beginning
Trainee.
Texas
Seated, left to right: Greg Ganem, Beginning Trainee; Katie Blaylock, Broiler Supervisor, Brazos Production;
Rocky Latham, Broiler Supervisor, Brazos Production; Nate Hanna, Beginning Trainee and Kevin Stewart,
Feedmill Supervisor, Brazos Production.
Standing, left to right: James Souter, Personnel Supervisor, Brazos Processing; Orrin McLendon, Debone
Supervisor, Brazos Processing; Tim Carroll, Advanced Trainee; Jonathan Riley, Beginning Trainee; and Casey
Waneck, Beginning Trainee.
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Leading with Vision
A Comprehensive Training Program at Sanderson Farms
raining has always been important to the success of Sanderson Farms. Our training
programs focus not only on technical training, but also emphasize the people skills
needed for individuals to be successful in the workplace.
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When the employees of Sanderson Farms are successful, the company is successful. With
dedicated employees interested in continuous improvement of their skills, our success as a
company seems assured as we continue to learn, to grow, and to adapt in a dynamic, changing
work environment.
Together we can make the Sanderson Farms Vision a reality.
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Leading with Vision
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Summer Internship Program
– Stephanie B. McNeese
his summer in our Processing Plants, Hatcheries and Feedmills, Interns learned about our business and the poultry
industry. The Interns presented their learnings in Texas on August 11, 2010 at The Hilton in College Station, Texas and in
Georgia on August 12, 2010 at Moultrie Technical College in Moultrie, Georgia. The Mississippi and Louisiana Internship
Presentations were held on August 13, 2010 at the Sanderson Farms Corporate Office.
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The Interns came from colleges and universities located in nine states representing 25 colleges and universities. The states
include: Mississippi, Louisiana, Tennessee, Texas, Georgia, Alabama, North Carolina, South Carolina and Pennsylvania. The
colleges and universities represented were: Delta State University, The University of Mississippi, The University of Southern
Mississippi, Mississippi State University, Jones County Junior College, Alcorn State University, Copiah Lincoln Community
College, Southwest Community College, Pearl River Community College, Temple University, Mississippi Valley State University,
Louisiana State University, Tulane University, Vanderbilt University, Tarleton State University, Prairie View A&M University, Sam
Houston State University, Stephen F. Austin University, Texas A&M University, Abraham-Baldwin Agricultural College, University of
Georgia, Macon State College, North Carolina State University, Clemson University and Auburn University.
Sam Houston State University
Brazos Production Interns
Waco Processing Interns
Waco Production Interns
Brazos Processing Interns
Texas Interns
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Thanksgiving 2010
Summer Internship Program
Lampkin Butts, President and Chief
Operating Officer, and Scott Herring,
Laurel Processing Intern from Temple
University
Jestin Williams, Foods Division Intern
from Mississippi Valley State University,
and Robin Robinson, Director of
Organization Development and
Corporate Communication
Bob Billingsley, Director of Development,
and Spencer Rhodes, Foods Division
Intern from Delta State University
Mississippi Valley State University
Louisiana State University
The University of Southern Mississippi
Mississippi and Louisiana Interns
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Summer Internship Program
– Stephanie B. McNeese
Adel Production Interns
Georgia Interns
Moultrie Processing Interns
University of Georgia
Abraham-Baldwin Technical College
Dr. Tina Anderson, President, Moultrie
Technical College; Robin Robinson, Director
of Organization Development and Corporate
Communication; and Wendi Tostenson,
Career Services Director, Moultrie Technical
College.
Adel Production Summer Interns Share their Experiences
Tiffany Nisbet: “My favorite part of working in production was
going to the breeder houses. I loved the hands-on experience with
the birds, identifying problems, and coming up with solutions.”
Kristine Welke: “I have extremely enjoyed being an intern with
Sanderson Farms! Everyone is like a big family here and everyone
is extremely nice and helpful.”
Amanda Toland: “Working with Sanderson Farms has been a
wonderful learning experience for me. I have never worked in the
Poultry Industry before so everything was very new to me.
Anytime I had a question, someone would answer it for me.
Working here this summer has been a summer of learning and
hard work.”
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Left to right: Tiffany Nisbet, Kristine Welke and
Amanda Toland
Thanksgiving 2010
I Am Thankful for ...
Belinda Hall
Feed Mill Clerk
Collins Production
“I am thankful every day for my
family, my granddaughters, friends,
health, my job and most of all my
Lord and Savior, who has given me
all of the above.”
Cody Hooser
Feedmill Driver
Brazos Production
“My wife and daughter.”
Brian Collins
Mechanic
Adel Production Truck Shop
“I am thankful for the country I
live in, my wife and son, and all
the good things that are in the
world.”
Thanksgiving 2010
Johnnie Washington
Specialty I
Brazos Processing
“For life.”
Brian C . Brown
Feed Delivery Driver
Adel Production
“I am thankful for my beautiful
wife of 15 years, and the four
miracles that she has given
me.”
Duncan Thompson
Feedmill Driver
Brazos Production
“God’s favor.”
Danny Arlt
Feedmill Driver
Brazos Production
“To be working with good
people and company.”
Steven Broussard
Feedmill Driver
Brazos Production
“My wife and kids.”
Celedenio Garcia
Quality Control I
Brazos Processing
“My kids.”
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I Am Thankful for ...
Jonathan Harvin
Mechanic
Adel Production Truck Shop
“I am thankful for my job and the
people that have been a good
influence in my life.”
Dennis Thompson
Feedmill Driver
Brazos Production
“Family.”
George Dawson
Breeder – Hatchery Manager
Collins Production
“I am thankful for the opportunity
to experience life and the grace
and mercy that God has given
unto me through my trials and
tribulations.”
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Reginald Ginn
Quality Control I
Brazos Processing
“Family.”
Frank Ewing
Feedmill Driver
Brazos Production
“Family.”
Jr. King
Truck Shop
Brazos Production
“I have a job.”
Clifton Thompson
Feedmill Driver
Brazos Production
“God’s favor.”
James Debose
Feedmill Driver
Brazos Production
“God first and my family.”
Juan Palmas
Beginning Trainee
“My family and I am thankful
I still work here.”
Rico Crosby
Marination I
Collins Processing
“I am thankful to be with
my family and watch
football in the afternoon.”
Chakita Felder
Evisceration II
Collins Processing
“Going to visit family in
Alabama.”
Ola Boykin
Evisceration II
Collins Processing
“Thankful to be retired by
Thanksgiving after 16 years
of service at Collins
Processing.”
Thanksgiving 2010
I Am Thankful for ...
Cora Nelson
Evisceration II
Collins Processing
“I am thankful to be with
family and friends on
Thanksgiving Day.”
John Schulz
Feedmill Driver
Brazos Production
“Wife and kids.”
Mony James
Live Haul Driver
Brazos Production
“My job and my family.
Sanderson Farms for giving
me a job.”
Angelic Keyes
Evisceration II
Collins Processing
“Spending time with family
and friends on Thanksgiving.”
Teresa Gonzalez
File Clerk
Brazos Processing
“My husband and my little
girl.”
Darreyl Buhl
Live Haul Driver
Brazos Production
“God, for letting me be alive.”
Mary Smith
Paw Room II
Collins Processing
“Going to Georgia to my
sister’s house and to visit
my family.”
Harry Davis
Truck Shop
Brazos Production
“My healthy family.”
Thanksgiving 2010
T. Allen Ritchey
Nurse
Brazos Processing
“Working at Sanderson Farms.”
Cade Goodwin
Beginning Trainee
“Being able to pay the bills.”
Darvin Gray
Hatchery Egg Delivery
Brazos Production
“Sanderson Farms showing us
appreciation for all our hard
work and the recognition we
get.”
John Lowery
Broiler Supervisor
Brazos Production
“Deer season and my family.”
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I Am Thankful for ...
Katie Blaylock
Broiler Supervisor
Brazos Production
“My birthday is on Thanksgiving
and I am alive.”
Diana Tamez
Shipping I
Brazos Processing
“My parents.”
Yesenia Noriega
Processing Secretary
Brazos Processing
“Family, friends, job and my
health.”
Rocky Latham
Broiler Supervisor
Brazos Production
“Friends and family.”
Terri Bell
Summer Intern
Brazos Production
“I get to go home to
Alabama in two weeks with
my family.”
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Kendall King
Truck Shop
Brazos Production
“My parents and grandparents.”
John Polk
Shipping I
Collins Processing
“I am thankful to the Lord for
all that He has done.”
Steve Mata
Live Haul Truck Driver
Brazos Production
“Sanderson Farms for
giving me a job and the
opportunity, and for my health.”
Charles Mikell
Debone I
Collins Processing
“Spending time with my family
and to watch State Champion
Bassfield Yellowjackets.”
Trey Harrison
Live Haul Manager
Brazos Production
“My family.”
Noel Jackson
Live Haul Truck Driver
Brazos Production
“Believing in God.”
Thanksgiving 2010
I Am Thankful for ...
Reginald Crosby
Debone I
Collins Processing
“I am thankful to the Lord for
my health and my family.”
Teresa Miller
Accounting
Brazos Production
“Thankful for my kids and
grandkids.”
John Baylous
Maintenance II
Collins Processing
“I am thankful to be living and
that my family is all in good
health.”
Bryan Sandifer
Maintenance II
Hazlehurst Processing
“I am thankful for my family,
kids, and a loving wife.”
Terry Lucky
Maintenance II
Hazlehurst Processing
“I am thankful to the good Lord
that I am living and I am
thankful for my kids and
grandkids.”
Thanksgiving 2010
Jason Dickerson
Maintenance II
“Hazlehurst Processing
“I am thankful for my
family and friends.”
James Rushing
Maintenance Intern
Hazlehurst Processing
“I am thankful for the opportunity
to work as an intern for
Sanderson Farms.”
Tommy Davis
Maintenance Supervisor II
Hazlehurst Processing
“I am thankful to God for my
wife, son and being able to have
the opportunity to work for
Sanderson Farms.”
Edward Crump
Housekeeping II
Hazlehurst Processing
“I wish I had a million dollars
for Thanksgiving so I can split
it with my family.”
John Short
Maintenance II
Hazlehurst Processing
“I am thankful for the good
Lord blessing me each and
every day and also for my
family.”
Annette Steward
Housekeeping II
Hazlehurst Processing
“I am thankful to God that I am
living and I would like to thank
God for my wonderful two boys
and for Stefan.”
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I Am Thankful for ...
Logan Branch
Maintenance
Hazlehurst Processing
“I am thankful that I have
caring friends, a very
loving wife and two great
children.”
Shawn Ethridge
Control Room Tech
Laurel Production
“Being able to wake up every day
and come to work for a wonderful
company. I am grateful to be able to
support my beautiful wife, along
with my beautiful children. My son
is 2 years old and my daughter is 4
months. It is such a joy to watch
them play and grow each and every
day.”
Corey Hill
Feed Delivery Driver
Laurel Production
“My wife and my children.”
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Heath Granger
Maintenance
Hazlehurst Processing
“I would like to wish
everyone a Happy
Thanksgiving!”
Larry Fitzgerald
Live Haul Manager
Laurel Production
“For Jesus Christ who died for
my sins and my family. I am
especially thankful for my
granddaughters, Becca and
Leigha.”
Matthew Landry
Feed Delivery Driver
Laurel Production
“I am thankful for my baby girl,
Kylee, and my wife.”
Bryan Westrope
Maintenance I
Hazlehurst Processing
“I am thankful for what the
Lord has done and is doing in
my life.”
Ed Hayes
Feed Delivery Driver
Laurel Production
“All of the blessings God has given
to me, for my health, my family's
well being and for a job I love.”
Roy Landrum
Hatchery Maintenance
Laurel Production
“For my family and my job at
Sanderson Farms.”
Thanksgiving 2010
I Am Thankful for ...
Scott Blackwell
Live Haul Driver
Laurel Production
“I am thankful for my daughters
and my family. Also my girlfriend
and her family, as well as my
health and my job at Sanderson
Farms.”
Mary June Brister
Feed Mill Clerk
McComb Production
“I am thankful for God’s love,
my family, and wonderful
friends.”
Randy Parkman
Live Haul Driver
McComb Production
“To have a job.”
Thanksgiving 2010
Casey Holcomb
Beginning Trainee
“My wife and my new baby boy.”
Randal Holmes
Beginning Trainee
“I thank God for my family and
letting me continue to take care
of them.”
Helen McCullum
Quality Control I
Collins Processing
“I am thankful to be at home
with family and also that my
family and I have good health.”
Adam Anglin
Beginning Trainee
“I’m thankful for my family, my
wonderful future wife, my friends,
and the great job at Sanderson
Farms.”
Randy Choate
Live Haul Driver
McComb Production
“Thankful to have employment
with a company like Sanderson
Farms.”
Carrie Martin, left, and Curvis Haynes,
Evisceration II, Collins Processing
“Thankful to God for all of our blessings.”
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GROWERS
WACO
A Wing & A Prayer, LLC
– Jerry Bolton, Flock Supervisor
oger Willis, owner of A Wing & A Prayer, LLC, is a contracted grower for the Sanderson
Farms Waco Production Division. Roger and his wife, Becky, have been married for 29
years. Becky Willis is the owner and operator of Becky’s Cottage and Soda Fountain, a
restaurant, soda fountain, and gift shop located in Normangee, Texas. Becky has owned her
business for the last 15 years. The Willis’s have two kids, a daughter Winter, who is 26 and a
stay-at-home mom, and son Laramie, who is 24 and a mechanic. Roger and Becky Willis are
also the proud grandparents of three beautiful grandchildren: Korbin, Kennedy, and Kambri.
Roger was kind enough to take a little time out of his busy schedule to answer a few
questions about his Sanderson Farms experience thus far:
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When did you get into the business? “I’ve been growing chickens for Sanderson Farms since
August 1, 2008. So, it’s been two years since I got into the chicken growing business.”
What did you do before getting into the business? “I was an A/C Technician for Clear Creek
Heat & Air. That was the last job I had before deciding to go into business for myself.”
What do you have to say or how do you feel about what you do now? “I make my hours,
there’s a lot of flexibility in my personal life, and I’m building equity for the future. Growing
chickens can be a challenge at times, especially in this Texas heat. But, I really enjoy raising
chickens and being an independent business owner.”
Becky and Roger Willis
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Thanksgiving 2010
The Art of Customer Responsiveness
– Teri Myers
ach one of us has the opportunity to bring to life the hallmark outlined in our Sanderson
Farms Vision statement to provide “responsiveness to customer needs”.
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One definition of the word “customer” is “a person with whom one has dealings.” Our
customers are not only the external customers who buy our product. They are also internal
customers, to whom we provide assistance and information every single day.
Our customers, whether external or internal, have basic needs which include: to be treated with
respect, friendliness, and courtesy; to be treated fairly; and to receive accurate information.
The Art of Customer Responsiveness training provides Sanderson Farms employees the vital
skills necessary to be responsive to our customers’ needs.
The Art of Customer Responsiveness
• Seek out what your customers need and want.
• Expand your definition of service.
• Redefine your customers as internal and external.
• View customers as the most important part of your job.
• Instant connections: communicating and establishing relationships are the essence of
your job.
• Communicate with your customers in the language that they understand.
• Effectiveness increases with recognition of communication styles.
Telephone Etiquette
• Never let the telephone ring more than three times: a caller is waiting.
• Impressions are lasting: good ones or not-so-good ones.
• Communicate with callers based on our company culture: respect, dignity, integrity.
• End call on a positive note: thank the caller and allow the caller to hang up first.
Happy Thanksgiving!
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GROWERS
WACO
Carrey Williams Farm
– Paul Cooper, Flock Supervisor
he Williams family began as a two house hen farm for Sanderson Farms Waco Division
in 2007. They have recently expanded to a full four house farm. Their farm is located in
the Buffalo area where Carrey has resided all of his life. Prior to contracting with
Sanderson Farms, Carrey spent his time in other agricultural businesses. These include
custom tractor work, selling and planting Bermuda sprigs, custom hay baling, and raising
cattle. Carrey still enjoys all of these things in addition to his hen farm. The Williams farm is a
farm in which all of the family is involved with the daily responsibilities. Carrey and his family
have been and continue to be very successful hen producers.
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Carrey is married to Denise who also teaches first grade at Buffalo. They have six children:
Crystal, Kristie, Cynthia, Stacey, Courtney and Heath. They all enjoy hunting, fishing, various
sports and showing cattle.
Pictured left to right: Denise Williams, Carrey Williams, Heath Williams and Stacey Williams
Happy Thanksgiving!
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Thanksgiving 2010
Quarterly Trainee Meeting
– Stanley Wilson
anderson Farms Trainees from Mississippi, Georgia and Texas met in June for the Quarterly
Trainee Meeting. The training sessions were created from a book entitled “One Minute
Manager”, by Ken Blanchard, Ph. D. and Spencer Johnson, M.D. The book discusses three
necessary skills for successful management of employees by incorporating skills that promote
positive reinforcement of employees’ accomplishments through the proper and timely use of
praise, as well as properly administering reprimands for lack of performance.
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The core concept of the training is focused on the idea that “People who feel good about
themselves will produce good results”. The principles taught are useful not only for the work
environment, but also for teaching the importance of goal-setting, responsibility and the
consequences for irresponsible behavior, while building self-esteem.
Georgia Trainees
Texas Trainees
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Performance Review / Salaried Orientation
– Meta Blanshard
alaried employees within 90 days of their employment in Mississippi, Louisiana, Texas, North Carolina and Georgia
attend Performance Review / Salaried Orientation conducted by the Organization Development Department.
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This workshop educates employees on the Performance Review System, which is designed to provide feedback on the
employee’s performance level, help them improve their performance, and reward them equitably for their performance.
Employees also learn about Sanderson Farms’ Company Culture and History, the benefits of working for Sanderson Farms and
the policies of our company.
North Carolina
First row, left to right: Michael Phillips, Shipping Superintendent, Kinston Processing; Rex Duran, Sanitation Supervisor, Kinston Processing;
Kenneth McKinnon, Overwrap Supervisor, Kinston Processing; Sheea White, HAACP Supervisor, Kinston Processing; Katy Lalla, Employee
Records Clerk, Kinston Processing; and Kenneth Mashburn, Pre-Price Supervisor, Kinston Processing.
Second row, left to right: Rodney Shepard, Debone Tray Pack Supervisor, Kinston Processing; Matt Ottinger, Beginning Trainee; William Grady,
Holding Room Supervisor, Kinston Production; Tammy Webb, Personnel Clerk, Kinston Processing; Tavarus Moore, Overwrap Supervisor,
Kinston Processing; Charles King, Broiler Supervisor, Kinston Production; and Torrance Lunnie, Shipping Supervisor, Kinston Processing.
Third row, left to right: Jose R. Gautier, Debone Supervisor, Kinston Processing; Scott Hardison, Transportation Supervisor, Kinston Processing;
Mike Edmonson, Picking Room Supervisor, Kinston Processing; Chris Smith, Shipping Supervisor, Kinston Processing; Marvin Jackson, Pre-Price
Supervisor, Kinston Processing; James Ables, Maintenance Supervisor, Kinston Processing; Boris Cannon, Live Receiving Supervisor, Kinston
Processing; Tyler Brantley, Specialty Supervisor, Kinston Processing; Cleaster Moore, Specialty Supervisor, Kinston Processing; Steven Vincent,
Specialty Supervisor, Kinston Processing; Ryan Boardman, Debone Supervisor, Kinston Processing; Jeff McClain, Processing Manager, Kinston
Processing; James Grady, Evisceration Supervisor, Kinston Processing; Greg McCarter, Live Receiving Supervisor, Kinston Processing; Robby
Braswell, Advanced Trainee; Ron Weaver, Quality Control Manager, Kinston Processing; and Elizabeth Flick, Customer Service Representative,
Kinston Processing.
Mississippi
First row: Caroline Milek, Beginning Trainee.
Second row, left to right: Patrick Morgan, Beginning Trainee; Henry Bloomingburg, Sales Manager, Corporate Office; Jason Norris,
Beginning Trainee; Cheryl Sullivan, Headstart teacher, Child Care; Kizzy Blakney, Beginning Trainee; Nick Toben, Corporate Engineer,
Corporate Office; Kelly Jefcoat, Receptionist, Corporate Office; Adam Anglin, Beginning Trainee; Bobby Keyes, Evisceration Supervisor,
Hammond Processing; and Marvin Gregory, Shipping Supervisor, McComb Processing.
Third row, left to right: Richard Conrad, Beginning Trainee; Trey Sutton, Beginning Trainee; Quinn Axton, Beginning Trainee; and Scott
Ainsworth, Sales Trainee.
Fourth row, left to right: Andy Hill, Beginning Trainee; Brian Regan, Staff Accountant, McComb Processing; Ryan Hebert, Beginning
Trainee; Jeff Rodriguze, Beginning Trainee; Keith Miller, Environmental Coordinator, Corporate Office; Corey Whitten, Wastewater
Supervisor, Foods Division; Christopher Speights, Evisceration Supervisor, Collins Processing; Chase Cromwell, Beginning Trainee; Joel
Miller, Beginning Trainee; and Rodondrick Johnson, Debone Supervisor, Hammond Processing.
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Thanksgiving 2010
Performance Review / Salaried Orientation
Georgia
First row, left to right: Nathan Pridgen, Beginning Trainee; Dustin Smith, Beginning Trainee; George
James, Plant Manager, Moultrie Processing; Seth Norris, Debone Superintendent, Kinston Processing;
and Rebekah Anderson, Debone Superintendent, Moultrie Processing.
Second row, left to right: Adriann Shorter, Nurse, Moultrie Processing; Mandy Galphin, Nurse, Moultrie
Processing; Rachel Thompson, Receptionist, Moultrie Processing; and Bernita Sharp, Purchasing
Supervisor II, Moultrie Processing.
Third row, left to right: Matthew Howell, Beginning Trainee; Brian Crosby, Specialty Supervisor I,
Kinston Processing; John McCoy, Holding Room Supervisor, Moultrie Processing; Joseph McGlamery,
Production Manager, Adel Production; Santon Fuller, Shipping Supervisor, Moultrie Processing; Jace
Morgan, Accounting Trainee; and Justin Ricks, Beginning Trainee.
Texas
First row, left to right: Rebecca Salinas, Overwrap Supervisor, Brazos Processing; Justin Wilkerson, Debone Supervisor,
Waco Processing; and Elizabeth Walker, Quality Control Supervisor, Brazos Processing.
Second row, left to right: Katie Blaylock, Broiler Supervisor, Brazos Production; Kailey Humphries, Beginning Trainee;
Russell Davidson, Maintenance Supervisor, Waco Processing; Greg Ganem, Beginning Trainee; and Tim Carroll, Advanced
Trainee.
Third row, left to right: Casey Waneck, Beginning Trainee; Jason Hailey, Delivery Supervisor, Brazos Production; and
Jonathan Riley, Debone Supervisor, Waco Processing.
Fourth row, left to right: Raul Deleon, Maintenance Supervisor, Brazos Production; James Williamson, Evisceration
Supervisor, Waco Processing; Russell Smith, Advanced Trainee; Dennis Crain, Mill Supervisor, Brazos Production; Kevin
Stewart, Delivery Supervisor, Brazos Production; Tyler Hamner, Maintenance Supervisor, Brazos Processing; Oren
McClendon, Debone Supervisor, Brazos Processing; and Nathan Hanna, Beginning Trainee, Waco Processing.
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Feliz Día de Acción de Gracias
– Traducido por ania Nelson
Estimados Socios,
Al mirar los resultados de todas nuestras
operaciones, estoy agradecido a todos
ustedes por su contribución hacia el éxito
continuo de Sanderson Farms. Nuestros
ingresos netos durante los primeros nueve
meses del año fiscal 2010 totalizaron 87.0
millones de dólares, comparado con 62.5
millones de dólares durante los primeros
nueve meses del año pasado.
Los resultados financieros de Sanderson
Farms para el tercer trimestre del año fiscal
2010 reflejan las condiciones favorables del
mercado y la ejecución sólida en nuestras
operaciones. La demanda del comercio al
por menor ha permanecido fuerte, aunque la
demanda del servicio alimentario haya
permanecido floja, y permanecerá
probablemente de esa manera hasta que el
índice de empleo mejore y más consumidores
vuelvan a comer en restaurantes. Las
exportaciones han sido desafiantes debido a
la cancelación del permiso de productos
estadounidenses a Rusia y China que impuso
tarifas al pollo estadounidense. Nuestras
operaciones siguen marchando bien,
reflejando márgenes de operaciones sólidos
para el tercer trimestre.
Nuestros resultados financieros y de
operaciones reflejan la capacidad y el
enfoque de nuestros gerentes, empleados y
productores por contrato que siempre
manejan nuestras operaciones del mismo
modo, sin importar las condiciones del
mercado. Les felicito y gracias por su
ejecución/desempeño excelente y su
dedicación a Sanderson Farms.
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Los resultados excelentes incluyen el logro
de nuestros objetivos operacionales, pero
esto también incluye el logro del éxito
a través del manejo apropiado y prudente de
nuestros activos; el mantener buenas
relaciones con los empleados y con los
criadores; el seguimiento de la política de la
compañía; ser responsables de la seguridad
de otros; la continuación de nuestros planes
de expansión; y el honrar la cultura de
nuestra compañía y nuestra visión.
Recuerde que la visión de Sanderson Farms–
es ser especial, creciente, exitosa, y
respetada. La ejecución de nuestra visión
está en las manos de los empleados de
Sanderson Farms. Creo que nuestro
crecimiento rentable a largo plazo, el
aumento en el valor para los accionistas, y
las expectativas para conseguir nuestra
visión, también está en la fuerza de los
empleados que trabajan en todas partes de
Sanderson Farms.
Mientras creemos que las fuerzas del
mercado apoyarán un balance favorable de
oferta y demanda para nuestra industria a
largo plazo, reconocemos que siempre habrá
desafíos a corto plazo para nuestra
industria. Solíamos llamar las rotaciones del
sube y baja en nuestra industria “ciclos”,
pero éstas ahora parecen ser también
provocadas por los acontecimientos. Los
embargos rusos, la gripe aviar, las tarifas
chinas, el desajuste económico y la recesión,
y cualquier otro acontecimiento que siga.
Mientras estamos conscientes de los ciclos y
los acontecimientos, nuestra filosofía es
seguir manejando Sanderson Farms para el
largo plazo. Es precisamente porque
Thanksgiving 2010
Feliz Día de Acción de Gracias
sabemos que estos acontecimientos y los
ciclos ocurrirán que mantenemos un estado
financiero que puede soportar lo que venga
en nuestro camino.
Sanderson Farms ha seguido su patrón
de crecimiento a través de varios ciclos y
acontecimientos que caracterizan tanto
nuestra economía nacional como nuestra
industria. Mientras notamos nuestra posición
como el cuarto productor avícola más grande
en los Estados Unidos, estamos sobre todo
orgullosos que hemos conseguido nuestro
crecimiento a la vez que mantenemos nuestra
posición como uno de los más eficientes,
operadores de bajo costo en nuestra
industria, y siempre mejorando la calidad
del producto y del servicio al cliente,
manteniendo un estado financiero que
puede soportar ciclos y acontecimientos.
Hemos seguido este patrón de crecimiento
estable y manejable porque creemos que tener
libras adicionales del producto para vender
permite que nosotros cumplamos con nuestra
responsabilidad de entregar ganancias más
altas.
Estamos orgullosos de los logros de nuestra
Compañía. Mientras las condiciones del
mercado permanecen dudosas y seguirán
hasta que recuperación económica obtenga
agarre y la gente vuelva a trabajar, nos
mantenemos optimistas sobre nuestro
futuro. Vendemos un producto económico,
saludable, de muy alta calidad que los
consumidores disfrutan. Producimos ese
producto eficazmente y nuestros gerentes
siguen entregando un servicio incomparable
a nuestra base de cliente creciente. Nuestra
situación financiera es fuerte. Hemos
demostrado nuestro compromiso al
Thanksgiving 2010
crecimiento continuo con nuestra inversión
en el nuevo local de Carolina del Norte y
nuestro compromiso de tener dos complejos
en Carolina del Norte. Sobre todo, tenemos
confianza en la fuerza de nuestra gente nuestra junta directiva, nuestros gerentes,
empleados, clientes y productores por
contrato que honran su compromiso a
Sanderson Farms y su responsabilidad de
apoyar nuestro éxito continuo. Mientras
vamos hacia delante en 2011 lo haremos con
un enfoque en nuestras responsabilidades a
nuestros accionistas; a nuestros clientes,
consumidores, empleados y criadores; y a las
comunidades en las cuales operamos.
A manera de comentario personal, mi esposa,
Susie y yo disfrutamos ver a nuestra familia
crecer. Este año pasado, adquirimos un yerno
en mayo, cuando nuestra hija, Stephanie y
Tucker McNeese se casaron. También
aprendimos que nuestro hijo, Casey y su
esposa Lauren nos dotará de nuestro
segundo nieto en diciembre. Nuestra nieta,
Sadie, cuyos padres son Trey y Christie
Sutton, es la luz de nuestra vida. ¡Para todos
ustedes que son abuelos, ustedes saben que
los nietos son “grandiosos”!
Al reflexionar sobre mi familia, y sobre
nuestra compañía, tengo tanto por que estar
agradecido. Espero que ustedes se unan
conmigo durante esta temporada de Acción de
Gracias para agradecerle a Dios por todas
nuestras muchas bendiciones.
Feliz Día de Acción de Gracias,
Lampkin Butts
Presidente y Principal Oficial de Operaciones
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Wellness Initiative
The Salt Hiding in Your Diet
early 90% of adults consume more salt than the U.S. dietary guidelines recommend. Eating
too much sodium, a key component of salt, can contribute to high blood pressure, a major
risk for most people as they age because it can lead to heart disease and other health
problems. But cutting sodium from the diet is difficult, mainly because people often don’t know it’s
there. More than three-quarters of the sodium people consume comes from processed and
restaurant foods.
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The dietary guidelines, which are updated every five years, currently suggest a limit of 1,500 mgs for
people with hypertension, anyone over 40 years old and African-Americans, who are at greater risk
for high blood pressure – a group that represents about 70% of all adults.
Today, adults consume more than 3,400 mgs of sodium on average, not including salt they use in
cooking or sprinkle on food from a shaker, more than twice the amount recommended for most
people, according to a recent survey by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Middle-aged men are eating on average about 54% more salt today than in the early 1970s; for
women, consumption has jumped 67% in that time.
• The best way to reduce salt is to cut back on processed and restaurant foods, eat fresh produce,
and reduce portion sizes.
• When you do buy processed foods, look for items with less than 300 mg of sodium per serving.
• Sodium levels can also vary widely among brands, so check labels carefully.
Bodies need some sodium to function properly, including maintaining the right balance of fluids,
and excess sodium is usually kept in check by the kidneys. But if the kidneys can’t eliminate enough
sodium, the buildup of sodium can lead to an increase in blood volume, which in turn increases
pressure in the arteries. High blood pressure, or hypertension, can lead to heart disease, stroke,
kidney disease and other problems.
From the Wall Street Journal, article by Betsy McKay
Happy Thanksgiving
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Thanksgiving 2010
Health Fair
– Linda McMinn
The 2010 Wellness Screenings and Health Fair were held at the Corporate Office in July.
We hope that participants felt more informed about their personal health, and the areas they need to
focus on to improve their overall wellness. We also would like to encourage you to discuss the results
of your health screening with your doctor, and learn whether there are any medications that may help to
improve your results, if they were outside the program limit.
With regard to the Health Fair, Health Care Providers came bearing give-a-ways and door prizes. Also
available were vision screenings and bone density screenings. The Fair was a great success, and we
want to thank the more than 120 employees who participated in the fair.
Please plan to use your Plan A Healthy You! benefit each year as a method of early detection of
potential health problems. The Healthy You! benefit provides payment at 100% , and offers a range of
benefits based on age and gender.
Below are the annual screenings covered under Healthy You! for a male and female between the ages of
40 and 49 through a network provider. For a list of the screenings covered for other age groups, please
refer to your HealthyYou! pamphlet, or contact the Benefits Department.
Male
Age 40 to 49
Preventive Medicine Evaluation
Hemoglobin, Hematocrit or CBC
Urinalysis
Immunizations
Blood Pressure
Glucose
Lipid Profile
Prostate
Stool for Occult Blood
Female
Age 40 to 49
Preventive Medicine Evaluation
Hemoglobin, Hematocrit or CBC
Urinalysis
Immunizations
Blood Pressure
Glucose
Lipid Profile
Breast Exam
Pap Smear and Pelvic Exam
Mammogram
Stool for Occult Blood
Thank you for participating in the 2010 Wellness Screenings and Health Fair
at the Corporate Office. We want you healthy!!!
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Adel Feed Mill Drivers Safety Awards
– Kelly Dalton
Front row, from left: David Griner, James Hall, Ricky Dillard, Victor Davis,
Dana Kelly, Brian Brown, Jason May and Joseph Hinkley.
Back row, from left: Marvin C. Hall, Parish Brown, Shannon Stanford,
Kevin Scarbrough, Jay Brown, Jesus Bailion, Melvin Inman, Randall
Langston and Ray Bryant.
Not pictured: Vincent Phillips
Our Company
Jasper Pittman
McComb Processing
Specialist Jasper Pittman, McComb Processing, MDM II, returned to military duty on August 20,
2010. Jasper has worked for Sanderson Farms in McComb for two years. He has served in the
U.S. Army Reserve for four years, having completed tours in Iraq and Afghanistan. Jasper has been
unable to spend the last two Thanksgiving holidays with his family, as his duty to our country has
taken him thousands of miles away. Jasper states, “Thanksgiving is a time to be thankful for family.
I have seen how people in the Middle East live and I am very thankful for the standard of living my
family and I have in our country.”
We at Sanderson Farms appreciate Jasper’s sacrifice in the defense of our country, and express
best wishes for him and his family.
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Thanksgiving 2010
Retirements
Rosemary Miller
Hammond Processing
Rosemary Miller, Debone I, retired from Hammond Processing in April 2010,
after working for 33 years. We would like to congratulate Rosemary on her
retirement and wish her the best.
Rosemary Miller, Debone I, and Chip Blessey,
former Field Employee Relations Manager,
Hammond Processing
Annie Landry
Hammond Processing
Sanderson Farms would like to say thank you to Annie Landry for
all her hard work during the past 29 years and wish her all of the
best. We will miss all the smiles that she had for everyone.
Pictured left to right:
First row: Yvonne Beard, Evisceration
Second row: Annie Landry, Housekeeping I and Allie Jones,
Evisceration Supervisor I.
Third row: Jammie Evans, Specialty Supervisor I; Hilda
Jackson, Evisceration I, Chip Blessey, Former Hammond
Processing Field Employee Relations Manager; Rosemary
Miller, Debone I.
Fourth row: Clarence Smith, Housekeeping I; and Patricia
Patrick, Evisceration I.
Marilyn Wells
McComb Processing
Marilyn Wells is retiring after 17 years of faithful service to Sanderson Farms, McComb Processing,
where she served as Quality Control Operator I. Marilyn states, “Thank you, Joe Sanderson and the
Sanderson Farms staff for allowing me to work here to provide for my family and send my girls
through college. Thank you for 17 years.” The Sanderson Farms family expresses best wishes to
Marilyn, and congratulates her on her retirement.
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Our Children
Minnie Berry, First Shift Cook Line Pack-off, Foods
Division, is thankful that God blessed her with
three beautiful children. Her son is in the military
and she prays every day for his safe return home.
Cheyane Evans, 11, granddaughter of Debbie Holloway,
National Sales Clerk, Laurel
Processing.
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The children of Shirley Trotter, Evisceration II, Laurel
Processing: Shakira McDonald, 12; Shaundoria McDonald,
16, and Corey McDonald, 17.
Carol Bolton, Debone II, Laurel
Processing, with her grandson,
Kylen, age 4.
Taylor Smith, granddaughter of Mary
Simmons, Sales Accounting Clerk,
Hammond Processing, turned three and
her mom wants to congratulate her on
her first dance recital. “You were a
shining star. Good job, Taylor.”
Thanksgiving 2010
Our Children
Von Straughn, son of Beverly
Straughn, Quality Control I,
Laurel Processing.
Santana McGowen earned a
Master of Science in Social Work
from Jackson State University.
She is the niece of Terrie Cooke,
Employment Clerk, Laurel
Processing.
Diana C. Bolanos, daughter
of Flor Sanchez, Personnel
Supervisor II, Laurel
Processing, graduated from
Petal High School and is
attending Jones County
Junior College. She wants to
be a veterinarian.
Congratulations to
Gelisa S. Hughes,
granddaughter of Ina
Mingo, 2nd Shift
Fabrication, Foods
Division. Gelisa
graduated from
Wingfield High School.
Congratulations to Fernando Reis, 2nd Shift Cookline
Supervisor, Foods Division, and wife, Savannah, on the birth
of their daughter, Caroline Astin, on June 14, 2010.
Children of Ninnie Johnson, Debone I, Hazlehurst
Processing, from left: Ebonee, 6, and Julius, 4.
“Congratulations, you are doing a good job. I love you!”
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Child Care
The Child Care Crew - First Shift
From left: Glenda Bonds, Child
Care Manager, and Iris Hardy,
Child Care Secretary.
Angela Johnson and her Transitional
babies: Zykerria Gamble, Asjahia
Jefferies, Omari Martin, Cameron
Charles and Kwauia Stewart.
Kezia Chatman with her Toddler II crew:
from left: Orion Applewhite, Xzadriona
Crain, Ty’Asiash Hinton, Aisya Crosby,
Maurio Luvine and Ricardo Galvan.
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Ultra Everette and Brenda Quick, Infant
Teachers, with Denyja Blanks, Jakel
Williams and Rico Crosby.
Lillie Hartwell and her two-year-olds:
Shawn Newsome, Thomas Hartwell,
Omarion Gardner, Jeramie Weathersby,
D’Eric Barnes, Timyanna Magee and
Mikaylie Strickland.
Showing their true colors. First Shift
Teachers Karen Owens and Kim Pope
with students Tykevion Herrion, Akira
Keys, Breanna Barnes, Iquec McCullum,
Kennedy Moore, Tamarrion Walker,
India Jeffries, Ivette Mezo and Darian
Woods.
Wild about Sanderson Farms Child
Care are Janice Townsend and her
Toddlers: Kristian Pounds,
Jakeveious Jones, Omarion Gardner,
Enisha Minor and Kaci Rayborn.
Sharon McIntyre with her Toddler II crew:
front row, from left: Dontavious Feazell,
Amira Smith, Anya Jones, Lazayveion Lowe;
back row: Tamira Smith, Antajia Hamilton
and T’Zuriel Gibbs.
Promoting healthy children and adults.
Teachers Tammie Gamble and Cheryl
Sullivan with students Briceton
Barnes, Ethan Kelly, Latreyveion Lowe,
Tamaya Chatman, Donovan McCann
and Sanyla Barnes. Front: Gracie
Strange, Eric Herrio, Zakirah Luvine,
Tykerria Minor, Joseph Haynes and
Kentrell Mickell.
Thanksgiving 2010
Child Care
The Child Care Crew - First Shift
Jenny Clapp and Sharon Hammond with their
school-age crew, back to front, left to right:
Sharia Haynes, Larry Shelby, Alexis Newsome,
Zykerria Herrion, Wesley Thompson, Taeona
Cahee, Jania Magee, Kelton Mickell, Malcolm
Draughn, Kentrell Jackson, Taleiyah Magee,
Dontavious Feazell, Princess Strickland and
Tamara Gamble.
Donna Potter and Aungria Davis with their schoolage crew, back to front, left to right: Kenterrious
Rhodes, Jalen Madison, Jakeria Madison, Malik
Draughn, Teidre Wheeler, Safari Keys, Chiquita
Johnson, Emperiel Herrion, Diamond Herrion, Taja
Keys, Kentrell Jackson, Jatavious Ford and Javon
Page.
School-age Caregiver
Jackie Holloway
The Child Care Crew - Second Shift
Rosie Harris, Second Shift
Supervisor
Second Shift Infants are shown with their Caregivers,
Janelle Ballard and Kayla Harris. From left: Janiya
Booth, Tamia Welch, Jakyra Hayes, Asia Gree and
Taylin Carney.
“Fishing for Success” with Pre-school
Teachers Jeanette McDonald and Tammy
Ford. Back row, left to right: Isaiah Wiltz,
Zacchaeus Barnes, Jaqulaun McGill,
Jermaine Williams, Amahri Vanish; front
row: Tanesha Magee, Jarwin Ross,
Tyshaun Fortenberry, Jaquon McKinney
and Jada Taylor.
Thanksgiving 2010
Toddler II Teacher Jennifer Feazell
and Azyon Vanish, Briana Hatten,
Olijuwon Burton, Destiny Williams,
Tavion Barnes, Davon Booth,
Jordin White, Nakiyaah Hayes,
Takera McGill, and not pictured,
Jakyra Keys.
School-age children, front row, from left:
Lazyrian Hayes, Lachansity Hayes, Tybrell
Randolph; second row: Jadavian McGill,
Damian Spencer, Kendarium Magee; third
row: Lazavian Hayes, Jodavion Barnes,
Amyracle Booth; fourth row: Ranesha
Magee, Sydney Duckworth, Tatiyana
Randolph, and Caregiver Marivic Pitts.
Not pictured is Nikita McGill, Teacher.
Toddler I Teacher Dana Gabriel and
her one-year-olds Tristan Taylor,
Aaron Fortenberry, Antrell Agee,
Jamya McGee and not pictured,
Samara Keyes.
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George Washington’s
1789 Thanksgiving Proclamation
Whereas it is the duty of all nations to acknowledge the providence of
Almighty God, to obey His will, to be grateful for His benefits, and
humbly to implore His protection and favor; andWhereas both Houses
of Congress have, by their joint committee, requested me to “recommend
to the people of the United States a day of public thanksgiving and prayer, to be
observed by acknowledging with grateful hearts the many and signal favors of
Almighty God, especially by affording them an opportunity peaceably to establish a form of government
for their safety and happiness:”
Now, therefore, I do recommend and assign Thursday, the 26th day of November next, to be
devoted by the people of these States to the service of that great and glorious Being who is the
beneficent author of all the good that was, that is, or that will be; that we may then all unite in
rendering unto Him our sincere and humble thanks for His kind care and protection of the
people of this country.
And also that we may then unite in most humbly offering our prayers and supplications to
the great Lord and Ruler of Nations and beseech Him to pardon our national and other
transgressions; to enable us all, whether in public or private stations, to perform our several
and relative duties properly and punctually; to promote the knowledge and practice of true
religion and virtue, and the increase of science among them and us; and, generally to grant
unto all mankind such a degree of temporal prosperity as He alone knows to be best.
Given under my hand, at the city of New York, the 3d day of October, A.D. 1789.