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Cal-Maine Foods

Ridgeland, Mississippi, United States · Agriculture and Farming, Farming, Food and Beverage

Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. is primarily engaged in the production, grading, packaging, marketing and distribution of fresh shell eggs, including conventional, cage-free, organic, brown, free-range, pasture-raised and nutritionally enhanced eggs. The Company, which is headquartered in Ridgeland, Mississippi, is the largest producer and distributor of fresh shell eggs in the United States and sells the m

Key facts

Headquarters
Ridgeland, Mississippi, United States
Employees
3,000
Industries
Agriculture and Farming, Farming, Food and Beverage
Status
Public (CALM)
Website
calmainefoods.com
LinkedIn
Company page

Recent activity at Cal-Maine Foods

  • : SEC 8-K (5.07): On October 2, 2026, Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. held its Annual Meeting of Stockholders where key proposals were voted on including the election of Class II Directors and the approval of executive compensation. The following directors were elected: Max P. Bowman, Haley R. Fisackerly, and Letitia C. Hughes, with their respective votes indicating strong support. The stockholders also approved the advisory resolution on executive compensation with 29,983,376 votes for and 1,594,133 against. The meeting reflects significant engagement from stockholders regarding governance and executive pay at the company.
  • : SEC 8-K (1.01): On August 31, 2026, Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. entered into a Second Amended and Restated Credit Agreement with BMO Bank N.A. as the Administrative Agent. This new agreement amends and restates the existing credit arrangement, providing a senior unsecured revolving credit facility with a principal amount of up to $250 million. The facility includes provisions for a $25 million sublimit for standby letters of credit and a $25 million sublimit for swingline loans. This strategic financial move aims to enhance liquidity and support the Company’s operational needs.
  • : SEC 8-K (8.01): On June 29, 2026, Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. reached an agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice and seventeen states’ attorneys general to resolve alleged antitrust claims following a lengthy investigation. The agreement includes the implementation of new antitrust compliance measures, a donation of 30 million eggs, and a payment of $1.5 million to the states. Importantly, the agreement does not involve any admission of wrongdoing or any fines assessed against the Company. This resolution marks a significant step for the Company in addressing the allegations while allowing it to continue regular operations without punitive financial implications.
  • : SEC 8-K (8.01): On June 29, 2026, Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. announced it reached an agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice and seventeen states' attorneys general to resolve alleged antitrust claims against the Company, stemming from a fifteen-month investigation. The agreement, while not admitting any wrongdoing, requires the Company to implement antitrust compliance measures, donate 30 million eggs, and pay a total of $1.5 million to the involved states. The resolution of these claims comes with no fines or penalties assessed against the Company, and it is subject to applicable court approvals and procedures.
  • : SEC 8-K (5.02): On June 23, 2026, Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. increased the size of its Board of Directors from eight to ten members. The newly created directorships were designated as Class II and Class III, with Haley R. Fisackerly appointed as an independent Class II director and Michael J. Highfield appointed as an independent Class III director. Their terms will last until the Company's annual meetings in 2026 and 2027, respectively. Both appointees will serve on important committees including Compensation, Audit, and Nominating and Corporate Governance, and have been determined to be independent by Nasdaq's Listing Standards.
  • : SEC 8-K (5.02): On June 23, 2026, Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. expanded its Board of Directors from eight to ten members by appointing Haley R. Fisackerly as an independent Class II director and Michael J. Highfield as an independent Class III director. Both will serve until the 2026 and 2027 annual meetings of stockholders, respectively. They are to receive an annual compensation of $45,000 each, paid in quarterly installments, and were granted restricted stock awards with a total value of $100,000 each, vesting fully on January 12, 2029. The appointments enhance the Board's governance and oversight, with the new directors joining key committees responsible for compensation, audit, and governance.
  • : Cal-Maine Foods acquires Van’s Foods brand assets
  • : SEC 8-K (5.02): On March 31, 2026, Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. appointed Dudley D. Wooley as an independent Class III director. His term will last until the Company’s 2027 annual meeting of stockholders. Mr. Wooley's appointment to the Board allows him to participate in the Compensation, Audit, and Nominating and Corporate Governance Committees, where he has been determined to meet Nasdaq’s independence standards. He will receive an annual fee of $45,000, payable quarterly in advance, and was granted shares of restricted stock awards with a target value of $100,000, vesting fully on January 12, 2029. This appointment reflects the Company's ongoing strategy to enhance board governance and oversight.
  • : Cal-Maine Foods acquires Creighton Brothers LLC
  • : SEC 8-K (8.01): On March 2, 2026, Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. announced the acquisition of the shell egg, egg products, and prepared foods assets of Creighton Brothers LLC, including Crystal Lake LLC, for a total purchase price of approximately $130 million. The acquisition will be funded with cash on hand, and the final amount is subject to customary post-closing adjustments, suggesting there could be a slight change in total expenditure. This acquisition is a strategic move for Cal-Maine Foods to expand its presence in the egg production and prepared foods market, enhancing its portfolio significantly. The event date of the acquisition announcement is March 2, 2026, making it a timely disclosure within the required timeframe.

Leadership

  • Matt, Vice President - Accounting
  • Keira, Chief Strategy Officer
  • Keira Lombardo, Chief Strategy Officer
  • Max Bowman, Vice President
  • Sherman Miller, Chief Operating Officer

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Employee benefit plans

Cal-Maine Foods files 5 employee benefit plans with the U.S. Department of Labor, including a retirement plan. The next plan year renews in Dec 2026.

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About Cal-Maine Foods: questions and answers

What does Cal-Maine Foods do?

Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. is primarily engaged in the production, grading, packaging, marketing and distribution of fresh shell eggs, including conventional, cage-free, organic, brown, free-range, pasture-raised and nutritionally enhanced eggs. The Company, which is headquartered in Ridgeland, Mississippi, is the largest producer and distributor of fresh shell eggs in the United States and sells the m

Where is Cal-Maine Foods headquartered?

Cal-Maine Foods is headquartered in Ridgeland, Mississippi, United States.

How many employees does Cal-Maine Foods have?

Cal-Maine Foods has about 3,000 employees.

Who leads Cal-Maine Foods?

Matt is a Vice President - Accounting at Cal-Maine Foods.

What is the latest news on Cal-Maine Foods?

On Oct 02, 2026, SEC 8-K (5.07): On October 2, 2026, Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. held its Annual Meeting of Stockholders where key proposals were voted on including the election of Class II Directors and the approval of executive compensation. The following directors were elected: Max P. Bowman, Haley R. Fisackerly, and L

Is Cal-Maine Foods a public company?

Yes. Cal-Maine Foods is publicly traded under the ticker CALM.

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