Schwartz Farms Inc.

🚧 Construction Update: Morgan Feed Mill Progress 🚧 Thanks to the hard work and dedication of our incredible team, we’ve made significant strides in renovations of our Morgan Feed Mill! Our new facility will enhance production capacity and improve efficiency🌾🌽 This crew is busy with updating the automation of the whole mill, upgrading the microtable (which will include a new tote system), and they will be updating the finished feed system with a new shuttle conveyor to load feed trucks.

We were incredibly fortunate to welcome Amelia and Noah to the SFI family for their fall semester. Amelia became a member of our Human Resource and Communications team in June and recently concluded her OJT experience this month. Throughout her time with us, she worked alongside team members on our farms to devise solutions that address language barriers through team-building exercises. Additionally, Amelia played a key role in managing social media and communication-related tasks. Noah was involved in the wean-to-finish segment, primarily contributing to Mark Meyer's finisher pod. Throughout his time in this area, he acquired practical experience in pork production, engaging in activities such as managing pig loads, administering medications, and monitoring the pigs' living environments—he truly did it all! A heartfelt thank you to Noah and Amelia for all your contributions! We wish both of them the best as they wrap up their senior year. We also extend our gratitude to everyone who supports this initiative and the youth in our community!

Despite our best intentions to prevent occupational safety and health problems, there will be times when unexpected events occur. Because accidents in any industry is inevitable. Our Nebraska crew gathered this week for Livestock Rollover Training. Jamee Eggers with Rafter J Consulting conducted the training for employees, drivers, local law enforcement, tow/recovery services and fire departments. It's critical for community members and employees to be prepared for all emergencies. Thank you, Jamee, for providing this much needed training!

New year, new renovations! As 2024 drew to a conclusion, Timber Ridge proudly unveiled its newly renovated breakroom! Established in the early 2000s, it was undoubtedly time for the breakroom to undergo a transformation. Along with modern finishes and a revamped restroom, the area was expanded to better suit the growing team. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Timber Ridge team! Since their last spotlight in 2022, they achieved remarkable production figures in 2023 and triumphed in SFI’s Huskerland Challenge! A huge thank you to Robin and the Timber Ridge crew for consistently exceeding expectations!

Extreme weather = sleepovers at the farm! This is an example of how we look after pigs during a snowstorm. Each year, and occasionally more than once, one of our sites experiences significant snowfall. To avoid snow limiting their ability to drive to the farm in the morning, many of our staff stay overnight at the farms. This sometimes results in extended stays at the barn lasting several days! We are incredibly grateful for our committed team members who ensure that every pig receives the care they need. We are thinking of those who must brave all weather conditions: farmers, first responders, line workers, road crews, and all essential workers! Many of us are fortunate enough to hunker down during winter storms. We appreciate those who work around the clock to keep others safe.

What a ride! 2024 was awesome for us at SFI. From our farm to yours, we wish a fantastic new year to you and your loved ones. Big shoutout to our dedicated teams who hustle hard not just during the holidays, but all year round. We really appreciate every single one of you. Here's to an even better 2025 ahead!

Ringing in the new year with our food pantry donations! We love giving back to the communities in which we operate. Without their support, we couldn't do what we do: feed the world! This year our Sleepy Eye office collected items for the local food shelves -- thank you to all our team members who helped with this!

The holiday season has arrived at our Minnesota office! Last week, the office and warehouse crew celebrated their yearly Christmas gathering. Everyone donned their cheerful holiday outfits, enjoyed various games, and indulged in delicious treats. Wishing you all a joyful holiday season from Schwartz!

Merry Christmas & Feliz Navidad from Schwartz Farms. We hope your holiday is filled with love, family, and joy!

The holiday festivities are bustling at Schwartz Farms! Last week, our teams from Nebraska and Kansas celebrated their annual Christmas gathering. Colleagues enjoyed games, swapped gifts, and indulged in delicious treats. A big thank you to everyone involved in organizing these events and adding a touch of warmth to the season for everyone. We truly appreciate it! 🎄⛄