Cargill re-launches Tender Choice® branded pork products

Date: September 22, 2009

Contact: Mark Klein, Cargill, 952-742-6211, mark_klein@cargill.com

WICHITA, Kan. - Cargill Meat Solutions today announced the re-launch of Tender Choice® branded pork products - the company's premium enhanced pork brand. Complete with a fresh, new logo, improved on-pack communication and a new Tender Sure™ Guarantee, Tender Choice pork is sure to drive fresh pork sales and repeat customers in meat departments across the country.

This past year, Cargill conducted in-home testing and focus groups and the results revealed that consumers want more easy and convenient meal offerings, plus a guarantee that their pork will be tender, juicy and delicious every time. The new, improved packaging features on-package recipes, preparation tips, product benefits and the Tender Sure Guarantee logo. The Tender Sure Guarantee is based on Cargill's proprietary marinade process that locks in the meat's natural flavor and juices, providing consumers with a tender eating experience every time.

Retailers will benefit directly from the Tender Choice program through integrated marketing support in the meat department via education, consumer promotions and point-of-sale materials that offer visual appeal to shoppers.

For additional information, please visit the Tender Choice pork website at www.tenderchoicepork.com.

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Cargill is an international producer and marketer of food, agricultural, financial and industrial products and services. Founded in 1865, the privately held company employs 159,000 people in 68 countries. Cargill helps customers succeed through collaboration and innovation, and is committed to applying its global knowledge and experience to help meet economic, environmental and social challenges wherever it does business. For more information, visit www.cargill.com.

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