JBS SA

JBS S.A. is a prominent global food corporation specializing in the processing and distribution of animal protein. Its extensive product portfolio includes beef, pork, chicken, and lamb, along with various associated by-products. Beyond its core meat offerings, the company also produces diverse food items, pet food and concentrates, and specialty meats like bresaola. JBS's operations extend significantly beyond food, encompassing the manufacturing and sale of industrial goods such as steel cans, plastic resins, soap products, biodiesel, glycerin, fatty acids, collagen, and various types of wrappers. It is also a significant producer of leather products, ranging from wet blue to finished goods. Additionally, JBS is involved in managing industrial waste, trading soybeans, and the generation, cogeneration, and commercialization of electric power. Its diversified interests further include ventures in tallow, palm oil, caustic soda, and stearin. The company also manufactures dog biscuits, hygiene and personal care products, and sausage casings. JBS provides a suite of services, including cattle fattening, comprehensive transportation and logistics, warehousing, and waste management and recycling solutions. It also operates its own distribution centers and harbors. The company also engages in the trade of cooked frozen meats and manages retail outlets like the 'Mercado da Carne' stores, specializing in beef and associated products. Its extensive range of products is marketed globally under numerous well-recognized brands, such as Friboi, Seara, Swift, Pilgrim's, and Moy Park, among many others. Established in 1953 as Friboi Ltda., JBS S.A. maintains its headquarters in São Paulo, Brazil.