Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported total organic net sales down 3.5% in Q1, with an estimated 2.6% decline excluding the impact of the Hebrew National manufacturing disruption [26][28] - Adjusted operating margin declined 244 basis points year-over-year to 14.2% due to increased cost of goods sold inflation and higher merchandising investments [30][32] - Adjusted EPS was $0.53, down from $0.66 a year ago, primarily due to lower adjusted operating profit and unfavorable foreign exchange rates [32] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Grocery and Snacks segment delivered organic net sales of approximately $1.2 billion, a decline of 1.9% year-over-year, primarily from lower volumes [26] - Refrigerated and Frozen segment net sales were approximately $1.1 billion, down 5.7% from the prior year, significantly impacted by the Hebrew National disruption [27] - The International segment saw a 3% increase in organic net sales, driven by strong performance in global exports [28] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company maintained a strong share performance, with approximately 71% of the portfolio holding or gaining volume share, outperforming peers [11][12] - In the frozen and snack domains, 93% of brands held or gained volume share during the quarter, indicating effective consumer engagement strategies [12][19] - The overall promotional environment remains rational, with Conagra operating with lower promotional volume compared to peers [13][14] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on a value over volume strategy, particularly in foodservice, to sustain margins at pre-COVID levels [6][20] - Active portfolio reshaping initiatives were resumed, including the acquisition of Fatty Smoked Meat Sticks and divestiture of the Indian joint venture [7][23] - The company aims to achieve $1 billion in cost savings by the end of fiscal 2025 through productivity initiatives [6][22] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving fiscal 2025 goals despite challenges in the consumer environment [5][24] - The company anticipates sequential volume recovery each quarter and expects adjusted operating margin improvement in the second half of the fiscal year [35] - Inflationary pressures are expected to be around 3.2% for total cost of goods sold, with specific increases in proteins and sweeteners [36] Other Important Information - The company generated $269 million in net cash flows from operating activities in Q1, with capital expenditures of $133 million and dividends paid of $167 million [33][34] - Net leverage at the end of the quarter was 3.6 times, with a target of approximately 3.2 times by year-end [34] Q&A Session Summary Question: What were the impacts of the Hebrew National disruption on sales? - The disruption resulted in a 47% decline in revenue for the Hebrew National brand, equating to a 60 basis point reduction in total volume and a 90 basis point reduction in total organic net sales [7][8] Question: How is the company addressing inflationary pressures? - The company expects inflation of approximately 3.2% for total cost of goods sold, with specific pressures in proteins and sweeteners, but does not anticipate material impacts on margins or adjusted EPS from recent M&A transactions [36][37]