Executives from Tyson Foods Inc. told investors at the Jefferies 2016 Global Consumer Conference that the company is executing well and selling more branded, protein-centric foods.
“We’re investing in our retail packaged brands, and we’re seeing the payoff,” said Tom Hayes, who was promoted to president of the company last week. “Weekly sales data show that volumes in key categories are gaining momentum,” he said, citingBall Park hot dogs, Jimmy Dean breakfast sausage and Hillshire Farm dinner sausage as examples.