HUNT
VALLEY, Md., Oct. 12,
2022 /PRNewswire/ -- McCormick & Company,
Incorporated (NYSE: MKC), a global leader in flavor, was recognized
on Fortune's 2022 Change the World list, which highlights
companies that have made an important social or environmental
impact through their core business strategies.
"We are honored to be included on Fortune's 2022 Change the
World list," said Lawrence E.
Kurzius, Chairman and CEO of McCormick & Company. "Our
Purpose-led Performance agenda has set ambitious targets to achieve
our social and environmental goals and this recognition
demonstrates the credibility and impact of our achievements to date
and underscores our desire to do what's right for people,
communities, and the planet we share."
McCormick's ranking follows the release of its 2021 Purpose-led
Performance (PLP) Report, which outlines the company's progress
toward its goals, including those focused on improving farmer
livelihoods, sustainable agriculture, and reducing its
environmental impact. To date, the Company has worked to increase
the resilience of nearly 23,000 smallholder farmers who grow their
top five branded iconic ingredients – black pepper, cinnamon,
oregano, red pepper, and vanilla. McCormick has also developed and
supported large-scale renewable energy projects to help power many
of its facilities globally.
McCormick premiered on Fortune's 2022 Change the World
list of 50 global companies that have been identified as having a
positive social impact through activities that are part of their
core business strategy. The three main factors used to determine
inclusion on the list included measurable social impact, business
results, and degree of innovation.
To learn more about McCormick's Purpose-led Performance strategy
and our commitments, read our 2021 Purpose-led Performance
(PLP) Report or visit the PLP section of our Corporate
website.
About McCormick
McCormick & Company, Incorporated is a global leader in
flavor. With over $6 billion in
annual sales across 170 countries and territories, we manufacture,
market and distribute spices, seasoning mixes, condiments and other
flavorful products to the entire food industry including e-commerce
channels, grocery, food manufacturers and foodservice businesses.
Our most popular brands with trademark registrations include
McCormick, French's, Frank's RedHot, Stubb's, OLD BAY, Lawry's,
Zatarain's, Ducros, Vahiné, Cholula, Schwartz, Kamis, DaQiao, Club
House, Aeroplane and Gourmet Garden. Every day, no matter where or
what you eat or drink, you can enjoy food flavored by
McCormick.
Founded in 1889 and headquartered in Hunt Valley, Maryland USA, McCormick is guided
by our principles and committed to our Purpose – To Stand Together
for the Future of Flavor. McCormick envisions A World United by
Flavor where healthy, sustainable and delicious go hand in hand. To
learn more, visit www.mccormickcorporation.com or follow
McCormick & Company on Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn.
For information contact:
Corporate Communications:
Meghan Winston –
meghan_winston@mccormick.com or
Lori Robinson -
lori_robinson@mccormick.com
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