Family Owned & Operated Since 1949

As Simmons Foods celebrates our 75th Anniversary this year, we’re excited to share the stories of the people and products that have led us to where we are and where we are going. Watch for monthly stories throughout 2024 celebrating our company’s history.

 
 
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Pioneering Curiosity: Bill Simmons and the Free Enterprise Spirit

In the early 1940s, amidst the post-war revitalization, Bill Simmons found himself involved with the Arkansas Economic Council's advocacy for free enterprise in Northwest Arkansas.

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Legacy of Integrity: Simmons and Pluss Partnership

In April 1949, Bill Simmons and Frank Pluss partnered to establish Pluss Poultry in Decatur, Arkansas. 

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The Early Years of Bill Simmons

In the mid-1930s, Bill Simmons, our company’s founder, embarked on a journey that would shape the history and legacy of Simmons Foods.

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Simmons Pet Food Announces Closure of Streetsville Location in Strategic Move to Centralize Operations

Simmons Pet Food Announces Closure of Streetsville Location in Strategic Move to Centralize Operations

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Simmons Career Leadership Program Developing Leaders

Simmons’ Career Leadership Program is developing and preparing leaders to step into Production Supervisor roles at Simmons.

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Simmons Kicks Off Nextwork

We kicked off the inaugural Simmons Nextwork event at our Home Office December 1, spotlighting opportunities for Team Members to connect across the organization!

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David Jackson Elected National Chicken Council Secretary-Treasurer

Join us in congratulating David Jackson, our Chief Operating Officer of Simmons Foods, who has taken on the role of Secretary-Treasurer for the National Chicken Council (NCC)!

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Voluntary Class I Recall of Simmons Chicken Products

Food safety is a very serious matter at Simmons. This is why Simmons issued a precautionary and voluntary recall for approximately 27,000 pounds of further processed boneless chicken products produced during one shift on October 3, 2023, at our Van Buren, Arkansas, location.

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Mark Simmons Recipient Of Inaugural Service Above Self Award

As part of its 100th anniversary, the Siloam Springs Rotary Club has awarded Mark Simmons, Chairman of the Board for Simmons Foods, with the inaugural Mark Simmons Service Above Self award. The award was presented October 21 at the Rotary Club’s 100-year celebration held at John Brown University.

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Dr. Sara Throne Appointed To Livestock & Poultry Commission

Congratulations to Dr. Sara Throne, Senior Director of Veterinary Services, for her appointment to the Arkansas Livestock and Poultry Commission! This distinguished honor comes directly from Governor Sarah Sanders, reflecting the immense trust in Dr. Throne's expertise and contributions to the livestock and poultry industries.

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Simmons Foods Announces Donation To McDonald County School District Food Pantry

Simmons Foods announced it will provide a $10,000 donation to support the McDonald County School District food pantry. Additionally, Simmons will donate 1,700 pounds of chicken to the food bank.

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Simmons Foods Announces $500,000 Donation For Siloam Springs Panther Sports Complex

Simmons Foods announced it will provide a $500,000 donation to support phase two of the Siloam Springs Panther Sports Complex (PSC). The donation will pay out over five years beginning in 2024.

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Simmons Announces the Class of 2023 M.H. “Bill” Simmons Memorial Scholarship Award Recipients

Simmons Foods announces the 2023 award recipients for the M.H. “Bill” Simmons Memorial Scholarship program. This year’s class includes 67 high school graduates who will share more than $140,000 in scholarship awards.

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