Campbell Soup Company Named One of the World's Most Ethical Companies in 2010

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Campbell Soup Company has been recognized by Ethisphere Institute as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for 2010.

Award Recognizes Exceptional Ethical Leadership Activity

CAMDEN, N.J., March 22, 2010 - Campbell Soup Company (NYSE: CPB)has been recognized by Ethisphere Institute as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for 2010. According to the Institute, Campbell secured this recognition based upon implementing business practices and initiatives that have been instrumental to the company's success, have benefited the community, and have raised the bar for ethical standards within the food industry.

Douglas R. Conant, Campbell's President and Chief Executive Officer, said, "We are absolutely committed to winning with integrity, while we strive to win in the marketplace, the workplace and the community. I am proud that our efforts have been recognized because it reflects the collective effort of thousands of dedicated Campbell people around the world."

This is the fourth year Ethisphere, a think-tank dedicated to the creation, advancement and sharing of best practices in business ethics, corporate social responsibility, anti-corruption and sustainability, has published the World's Most Ethical Companies rankings, which appear in Ethisphere Magazine's Q1 issue.

Campbell includes sustainability and corporate social responsibility as one of its seven core business strategies. The company'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 visitwww.campbellsoupcompany.com/csr.

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 atwww.campbellsoup.com

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

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