Universal Corporation is a global industry leader in the processing and supply of leaf tobacco and plant-based ingredients. With operations spanning the globe, Universal is comprised of two distinct segments - the Tobacco Operations and the Ingredients Operations. The Tobacco Operations segment oversees procurement, financing, processing, packing, storing, and shipping of leaf tobacco to manufacturers of consumer tobacco products. This includes contracts, purchases, and sales of flue-cured, burley, oriental, and dark air-cured tobaccos for use in the manufacture of cigarettes, cigars, and other tobacco products. Universal also offers value-added services such as blending, chemical and physical testing of tobacco, and just-in-time inventory management services. In addition, the company provides electronic nicotine delivery systems and smoke testing services for customers. The Ingredients Operations segment specializes in producing vegetable and fruit-based ingredients, botanical extracts, and flavorings for both human and pet food markets. They also recycle waste materials from tobacco production. Universal Corporation, founded in 1886, is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia.
Universal's ticker is UVV
The company's shares trade on the NYSE stock exchange
They are based in Richmond, Virginia
There are 1001-5000 employees working at Universal
It is universalcorp.com
Universal is in the Consumer Goods sector
Universal is in the Tobacco Products, Other industry
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