The document provides forward-looking statements regarding the company's expected performance and notes factors that could cause actual results to differ. It cautions readers not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. The document then highlights the company's position as one of the largest food companies in the world with advantaged brands in growing categories. It notes the company achieved $224 million in synergies through the third quarter of fiscal year 2015 and expects annual synergies of approximately $300 million in FY15, more than $400 million in FY16, and more than $600 million in FY17.