Tyson Foods will include ESGR logo on Military Product Labels

Tyson Foods Military Product Labels will now carry the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) logo. Along with the ESGR logo, the phrase "Proud Recipient of the Freedom Award" will be included above the ESGR logo.

Arlington, VA (PRWEB) March 10, 2004 --- The National Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) announced today that Tyson Foods military product labels will include the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) logo in honor of the contributions of the men and women of the National Guard and Reserve to Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom. Along with the ESGR logo, the phrase "Proud Recipient of the Freedom Award" will be included to recognize Tyson Foods for receiving the Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award in 2003.

We are proud to include the ESGR logo on our military packaging", said John Tyson, Chairman and CEO of Tyson Foods. This is another effort in honoring our Team Members and their families who are serving in the military. We appreciate their sacrifice insuring the peace and security of our country."

Tyson Foods is the worlds largest processor and marketer of chicken, beef and pork, and the second largest food company in the Fortune 500. Founded in 1935 with headquarters in Springdale, Arkansas, the company has approximately 120,000 team members and 300 facilities and offices in 26 states and 22 countries.

Mr. John Tyson is a true American Patriot who is whole-heartily committed to his employees who serve voluntarily in the National Guard and Reserve. Employer advocates such as Tyson Foods willingly serve as role models in their industries. They are an example to other employers of patriotic support the goes Above and Beyond" what is required by law", said Bob Hollingsworth, ESGR Executive Director.

We are honored to have the ESGR logo on Tyson Foods military product labels. This is a first for ESGR, and we are thrilled that the men and women of our armed forces will see that Tyson Foods is a Proud Recipient of the Freedom Award" above the ESGR logo", added Hollingsworth.

For More information about ESGR Employer Outreach Programs and ESGR volunteer opportunities, please call 800-336-4590, or visit www.esgr.com.