An investigation by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources ties the company to a fish kill.

Hillshire's ratings unaffected by takeover bid — for now

Smith reveals Hillshire has been an acquisition target for almost two years.

Pilgrim's Pride said it would not increase its bid beyond $7.7 billion.

New convenience products added to beef line.

Meat companies need acquisitions to grow, diversify, ratings agency says.

Hillshire Brands' board of directors have agreed to enter into talks with both Pilgrim's Pride and Tyson Foods.

After its acquisition offer, Tyson's rating shifted to “stable” from “positive” by Fitch Ratings.

Sean Connolly and his team’s performance has not gone unnoticed.

Offer comes two days after Pilgrim's Pride's $6.4 billion proposal to buy Hillshire.