BRF S.A. operates in the processed foods sector, focusing on animal protein and industrialized food products. The company is listed on Brazil’s stock exchange (B3) and trades internationally through American Depositary Receipts (ADRs) on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker BRFS.
The company was created from the merger between two traditional Brazilian food companies, Sadia S.A. and Perdigão S.A., forming one of the largest food producers in Latin America.
Its main areas of operation include:
• Poultry and pork production.
• Processed and cured meats.
• Frozen and ready-to-eat meals.
• Margarines and other industrialized foods.
• Food solutions for retail and food service channels.
BRF has a strong international presence, with operations in Brazil and commercial distribution in more than one hundred countries. Its products reach markets across Latin America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Africa.
The company operates through an integrated production chain that includes agricultural inputs, industrial processing, logistics and global distribution. Its customer base includes retail chains, distributors and food service operators.
Shares of BRF S.A. trade in the United States through ADRs on the NYSE under the ticker BRFS.
History and Development
BRF S.A. was established in 2009 following the merger between Sadia and Perdigão, creating one of the largest processed food companies in the world.
After the merger, the company focused on integrating operations, consolidating brands and improving production efficiency. International expansion and the development of higher value-added products became key strategic priorities.
Over time, BRF strengthened its presence in global markets, expanded its product portfolio and implemented corporate restructuring measures aimed at improving operational performance.
In recent years, the company has carried out adjustments to its commercial strategy, debt reduction initiatives and operational efficiency programs while adapting to changes in global demand and fluctuations in input costs.