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Wayne-Sanderson Farms is a large poultry producer that raises and processes chicken for retail, foodservice, and other customers. It operates 23 facilities across Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, and Texas, and employs more than 26,000 people. It offers a broad portfolio of brands, including WAYNE FARMS, SANDERSON FARMS, COVINGTON FARMS, PLATINUM HARVEST, CHEF’S CRAFT, and NAKED TRUTH, with both fresh and further-processed chicken. The company focuses on affordable, high-quality poultry and emphasizes integrity and responsible farm and workplace practices to serve customers and communities.
About Wayne-Sanderson Farms
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Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Oakwood, Georgia
Founded
2022
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What believers are saying
- May 21, 2026 Mississippi State feed-mill groundbreaking deepened feed control and research ties.
- June 4, 2026 food-safety messaging reinforced customer trust after 2025 antitrust scrutiny.
- Harrison's Bethlehem and Crawfordville assets immediately expanded integrated operations and farm-partner reach.
What critics are saying
- January 18, 2025 DOJ sought to enforce the consent decree against Agri Stats exchanges.
- The government says Wayne-Sanderson still sent payroll and general-ledger data after the decree.
- Persistent decree violations invite expanded monitors, heavy fines, and forced data-system changes.
What makes Wayne-Sanderson Farms unique
- Wayne-Sanderson is America's third-largest poultry producer, with 24 facilities and 27,000 employees.
- July 28, 2025 Harrison Poultry added halal and international brands plus Georgia capacity.
- April 3, 2026 promotions paired commercial, supply-chain, and operations leadership under Kevin McDaniel.
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Wayne-Sanderson Farms, one of the largest vertically integrated poultry producers in the U.S., has announced the acquisition of Harrison Poultry, solidifying its presence in Georgia and expanding operational capacity across […]
OAKWOOD, Ga., Jan. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Wayne-Sanderson Farms today filed its own motion seeking clarity and relief from the court that its participation in the industry-standard Agri Stats subscription service is lawful and permitted. This was necessitated by unprecedented actions taken by the Antitrust Division of the U.S. Department of Justice. At 2:15 a.m. Saturday morning, the Division filed a motion seeking to declare the Company in violation of the Consent Decree and to force the Company to abandon its longstanding use of the industry benchmarking service Agri Stats
Latest Innovation by Wayne-Sanderson Farms Brand Enhances Online Customer ServiceOAKWOOD, Ga., June 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- What if instead of having to search online for ideas on what to do with the fresh chicken in the fridge, consumers could ask the experts at Sanderson Farms® for specially-crafted recipes and inspiration for their next meal? This is where the revolutionary new artificial intelligence (AI) Chicken ChatBot comes in. Affectionally known as "Sandy" and powered by OpenAI's API for ChatGPT, consumers can start a chat on the Sanderson Farms website for quick cooking tips, fast recipe finds, helpful serving suggestions, and more. Meet Sandy our new chatbot. "We are proud to introduce Sandy, the first-ever chicken chatbot tool, to answer just about any question as it relates to recipes and cooking tips," said Hilary Burroughs, Vice President of Marketing for Wayne-Sanderson Farms. "We hope consumers find Sandy to be polite, witty and helpful, just like a good friend, to discuss all things chicken."When visiting the Sanderson Farms website, consumers will be prompted to start a chat with Sandy to answer their chicken queries. Sandy is equipped to share delicious chicken recipes based on the unique details provided, and can make recommendations for specific dietary needs and preferences, like gluten-free, Keto, and low-fat
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About Wayne-Sanderson Farms
Industries
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Oakwood, Georgia
Founded
2022
Wayne-Sanderson Farms is Hiring for 147 Jobs on Simplify!
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