John W. Tyson was an American businessman who founded Tyson Foods, one of the world's largest food companies. He started the company in 1935 by hauling chickens to markets in the Midwest. Today, Tyson Foods sells chicken, beef, and pork products to customers all over the world.
Born: July 26th, 1905
Place of Birth: Mound City, MO
Died: January 15th, 1967
Place of Death: Springdale, AR
Spouse: Helen Frances Knoll
Children: Donald J. Tyson
Place of Residence: Springdale, AR
Tyson unloads delivered reds for the hatchery.
Chickens get processed daily at the Tyson Foods factory.
The Founder of Tyson Foods.