TTC vs HRL Comparison

The Toro Co designs, manufactures, markets, and sells professional turf maintenance equipment and services; turf and agricultural irrigation systems; landscaping equipment and lighting products; snow and ice management equipment; construction equipment; and residential yard and snow thrower products. The company operates through Professional and Residential segments, with the Professional segment serving commercial, agricultural, and construction customers and generating the majority of revenue, while the Residential segment focuses on homeowners. Its products are sold through distributors, dealers, retailers, rental centers, and direct channels, with the United States as its primary revenue-generating market.

Historically meat-focused, Hormel Foods broadened its lineup to include other protein offerings and became a branded food company. The firm sells its wares through multiple channels, including US retail (61.6% of fiscal 2025 sales), US foodservice (32.6%), and international (less than 6%). By product, 73% of fiscal 2025 sales were from perishable food and 27% from shelf-stable. Major brands include Hormel, Spam, Jennie-O, Columbus, Applegate, Planters, and Skippy. Many of these hold the number one or two market share in their respective categories.