CAMDEN, N.J.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Sep. 21, 2009–
Reinforcing one of its core business strategies to advance a powerful
commitment to sustainability and corporate social responsibility, Campbell
Soup Company (NYSE:CPB) today announced that it has joined
the United Nations Global Compact, the world’s largest voluntary
corporate citizenship initiative.

Launched in 2000, the United Nations Global Compact brings business
together with UN agencies, labor, civil society and governments to
advance universal principles in the areas of human rights, labor
standards, the environment and anti-corruption.

“Our support for the United Nations Global Compact is a formal
expression of Campbell’s commitment to conduct our business with the
utmost respect for responsible environmental practices, universal
principles surrounding human rights and progressive workplace standards,
all with uncompromising integrity,” said Dave Stangis, Campbell’s Vice
President – Corporate Social Responsibility. “This commitment applies to
Campbell’s worldwide operations.”

Campbell’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) strategies are intended
to make positive impacts in four key areas: Our Consumers, Our Planet,
Our Employees and Our Community. To learn more visit www.campbellsoupcompany.com/csr.

For more information about the United Nations Global Compact, please
visit www.unglobalcompact.org.

About Campbell Soup Company

Campbell Soup Company is a global manufacturer and marketer of
high-quality foods and simple meals, including soup, baked snacks, and
healthy beverages. Founded in 1869, the company has a portfolio of
market-leading brands, including “Campbell’s,” “Pepperidge Farm,”
“Arnott’s,” and “V8.” For more information on the company, visit
Campbell’s website at www.campbellsoup.com

Source: Campbell Soup Company

Campbell Soup Company
John Faulkner (Media)
(856) 342-3738

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