Core Insights - Just Bare, a chicken brand under Pilgrim's, has achieved over $1 billion in annual retail sales in 2025, marking a 45% annual growth rate and establishing itself as a leader in the frozen and fresh chicken market [1][2]. Group 1: Company Performance - Just Bare has grown its market share from 1% to 13% in three years, becoming the 1 brand in sales pace within the fully cooked chicken category [2]. - The brand's frozen fully cooked portfolio generates over $750 million in annual sales, driven by double-digit distribution growth across various retail channels [2][3]. - The success of Just Bare is attributed to strategic investments in innovation and operational excellence, reflecting the commitment of Pilgrim's to build a high-value prepared foods portfolio [2][3]. Group 2: Strategic Developments - A new prepared chicken facility is being constructed in Walker County, Georgia, to meet the rising demand for high-quality, convenient protein solutions [3]. - JBS, the majority shareholder of Pilgrim's, emphasizes the importance of scale and innovation in driving the growth of value-added and prepared foods globally [3][4]. Group 3: Brand Positioning - Just Bare focuses on providing premium fresh and frozen chicken made from all-natural ingredients, with a commitment to simplicity, quality, and transparency [5]. - The brand's Oven Roasted platform has gained popularity due to its clean-label ingredients and quick preparation time, appealing to consumers seeking convenient meal options [2].

GREELEY, Colo., Aug. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- JBS USA, one of the world’s leading food companies, today announced it has reached an agreement to purchase a production facility in Ankeny, Iowa, with plans to build out the largest ready-to-eat bacon and ready-to-eat sausage plant in the company’s U.S. portfolio. The facility was previously owned and operated by Hy-Vee. The 186,000 square-foot facility will be transformed to produce fully cooked bacon and sausage products. The location previously produced ...