FY12 11K JMC 401K EX 23

We consent to the incorporation by reference in Registration Statement No 333-123418 on Form S-8 of our report dated June 27, 2012 with respect to the financial statements and schedule of John Morrell & Co. 401(k) Savings Plan included in this Annual Report on Form 11-K for the year ended December 31, 2011.