Marfrig Global Foods S.A., through its subsidiaries, operates in the food sectors in Brazil and internationally. It produces, processes, distributes, and sells animal-based proteins, such as cattle, sheep, and fish, as well as plant and vegetable based proteins; and various ready-to-eat products, including frozen vegetables, lamb, fish, and sauces. The company also engages in leather industrialization, transportation leasing, and energy trading and related services. It sells and exports its products to restaurant and supermarket chains, and homes in approximately 100 countries. The company was formerly known as Marfrig Alimentos S.A. and changed its name to Marfrig Global Foods S.A. in January 2014. Marfrig Global Foods S.A. was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil.