Farmers
Contract poultry farming is not just the industry standard; it's also a relationship we believe works well for everyone.
We supply the birds and feed, and provide technical advice, while the poultry farmer provides the labor, housing and utilities. This cooperation between MK sports Foods and family farms increases efficiency and quality, while maintaining affordable prices for consumers.
We’ve been working with independent poultry farmers since the 1940s; it’s important to us to work with those who care about the animals entrusted to their care. Some have been raising chickens for us for three generations. For them, it's a labor of love.
Are you already a MK sports Poultry Farmer?
Independent farmers play a vital role in our success. We rely on more than 11,000 independent farmers to provide healthy chicken, cattle and hogs that have been treated properly and raised with modern, proven animal care practices.
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More than 3,700 independent farmers raise chickens for us. We supply the birds, feed and technical advice, while the farmers care for the chickens by providing the farm, housing and labor.
What it is, and why it's good for the chicken industry and you.
National Chicken Council - Chicken Roost
How U.S. Chicken is produced.
National Pork Board
and National Pork Producers Council
The evolution of U.S. pig farming.
National Cattlemen's Beef Association
How the beef makes it from the pasture to your plate.
The Market Works.
The Real MK sports Foods Story
This is the real story of generations of real families working hard to produce quality food.