Hormel Foods

Hormel Foods Corporation is a global food company based in Austin, Minnesota, that produces and markets a diverse range of meat and food products. Established in 1891, the company operates through four primary segments: Grocery Products, Refrigerated Foods, Jennie-O Turkey Store, and International & Other. Hormel offers a variety of perishable meat items, including fresh meats, sausages, and refrigerated meal solutions, alongside shelf-stable products like canned goods and snacks. The company's extensive brand portfolio includes well-known names such as Hormel, Spam, Jennie-O, Applegate, and Skippy. Hormel sells its products through retail channels, foodservice, and international markets, with a significant portion of its revenue derived from perishable foods. The company's commitment to quality and innovation has positioned it as a leader in the food industry, with many of its brands holding top market shares in their respective categories.

Lisa Selk

Senior Vice President of Brand Fuel

22 past transactions

Planters

Acquisition in 2021
Planters is a well-known snack brand recognized for its nut-based products, serving a broad consumer base across the United States. The company specializes in a variety of snacks, including cashews, peanuts, pistachios, and mixed nuts. With a strong reputation in the snack food industry, Planters aims to provide high-quality nut offerings to meet the preferences of its customers.

Sadler's Smokehouse

Acquisition in 2020
Sadler's Smokehouse, Ltd. is a food and beverages company specializing in the processing and sale of pit-smoked meats. Founded in 1948 and based in Henderson, Texas, the company provides a variety of products, including whole muscle meats, slow-smoked items, custom blend products, and spiced meats. Sadler's Smokehouse distributes its offerings through a network of retail stores and online channels, catering to a diverse customer base seeking high-quality smoked meat products.

Columbus Manufacturing

Acquisition in 2017
Established by the Domenici and Parducci families in 1917, Columbus is one of the finest producers of superior quality cured Italian meat salumi and authentic deli meats in the United States. The Company has a 95 year heritage of producing and marketing unique, specialty salumi and premium deli meat products under the Columbus® brand. The Company maintains one of the strongest reputations for quality in the premium subsector of the protein industry, and its products are sold exclusively through supermarkets, club stores and specialty grocery stores across North America. Columbus operates three manufacturing facilities in the San Francisco area occupying more than 270,000 square feet and has the capability to manufacture a wide variety of products such as Finocchiona, Genoa and Italian Dry salame as well as premium deli meat favorites made with whole cuts of turkey, ham and roast beef.

Ceratti

Acquisition in 2017
Ceratti is a renowned manufacturer of processed meat products based in Vinhedo, Brazil, known for its high-quality cold cuts. The brand offers over 70 premium products, including mortadella, hams, sausages, and salami, all crafted with a commitment to rigorous ingredient selection and production standards. Ceratti stands out as the largest importer of jamón in Brazil and has received multiple awards for its products, particularly its Mortadella Bologna, which has been recognized as the Best Mortadella of the Public Market in São Paulo for seven consecutive years. The company adheres to all regulatory requirements in Brazil and implements comprehensive inspection procedures to ensure the quality and safety of its offerings.
Fontanini Italian Meats and Sausages, originally known as Capitol Wholesale Meats, was founded in 1960 by Oriano Fontanini, a young Italian immigrant who believed in the "American Dream," and his wife, Jennie Fontanini. Fontanini Italian Meats and Sausages is highly regarded as the premier Italian meats company serving the foodservice industry.

Justin's

Acquisition in 2016
Justin's is a Boulder, Colorado-based manufacturer specializing in high-quality nut butters and snacks. Founded in 2004 by health enthusiast Justin Gold, the company creates a range of products including organic peanut butter, almond butter, and unique nut butter snacks, all designed to support an on-the-go lifestyle. Justin's is recognized for pioneering single-serve squeeze packs for nut butters, enhancing convenience for consumers. The brand emphasizes a commitment to quality through a distinctive grinding process that results in exceptional texture and flavor. With a mission to nourish, nurture, inspire, and educate, Justin's aims to provide delicious and nutritious options that cater to health-conscious individuals.

Applegate

Acquisition in 2015
Applegate Farms LLC is a producer of natural and organic meat products, based in Bridgewater, New Jersey. Founded in 1987, the company offers a diverse range of refrigerated items, including deli meats, hot dogs, bacon, sausages, and chicken products, as well as frozen options like burgers and breakfast sausages. Applegate emphasizes humane animal treatment and sustainable farming practices, sourcing meat from producers that adhere to strict standards, including the absence of antibiotics, hormones, and artificial additives. The company is dedicated to making high-quality meat accessible while focusing on educating consumers about food system issues, supporting new farmers, and fostering innovative practices to improve meat production and distribution. Applegate operates as a subsidiary of Hormel Foods Corporation.

Muscle Milk

Acquisition in 2014
Muscle Milk has a range of protein products that feature the nutrients your active lifestyle demands.

Skippy

Acquisition in 2013
Skippy is a brand of peanut butter manufactured in the USA, specializing in the production and distribution of peanut butter products for the food industry. The company offers a variety of peanut butter spreads that are free of preservatives, artificial flavors, and colors. This commitment to quality allows customers to enjoy a diverse selection of peanut butter options at competitive prices. Skippy's focus on natural ingredients distinguishes its products in the market, catering to health-conscious consumers and enhancing its appeal across different customer segments.

Shedd’s Country Crock Business - Unilever

Acquisition in 2010
Shedd’s Country Crock is a chilled side dish business.

Boca Grande Foods, Inc.

Acquisition in 2008
Boca Grande manufactures, sells, and distributes liquid portion products and operates a facility in Duluth, Georgia.

Burke Foods

Acquisition in 2007
Burke Foods specializes in producing high-quality, fully cooked meat products for the foodservice and prepared foods sectors. The company offers a diverse range of products, including sausage, pork and beef toppings, cured meat crumbles, meatballs, bacon, ham, andouille, and pepperoni. Burke Foods is dedicated to delivering consistent, convenient, and flavorful options that meet customer demands reliably. Their commitment to quality is evident in their focus on safe production practices, precise product development, and responsive customer service, ensuring that clients receive the best possible offerings for their culinary needs.

Provena Foods Inc.

Acquisition in 2006
Provena Foods Inc., provides pepperoni and pasta to pizza makers and packaged food manufacturers.

Saag's Products

Acquisition in 2006
Saag's Products is a producer of sausage and meat products that specializes in classic European recipes. The company's offerings include a diverse range of items such as frankfurters, traditional entrée sausages, gourmet poultry sausages, breakfast links, roast beef, roast turkey, hams, pâté, sandwich meats, and various salamis and snack meats. Saag's is dedicated to environmental sustainability, having achieved a milestone where 100% of its facility waste is recycled. The company also actively engages in community service by donating money and food to local organizations like the Alameda County Community Food Bank and the Davis Street Family Resource Center. Additionally, Saag's supports initiatives such as the Hormel Foods SPAMMY® program, which aims to combat malnutrition in impoverished areas.

Valley Fresh

Acquisition in 2006
Valley Fresh has the market share in the canned ready-to-eat chicken category and distributes more than 50 convenient precooked chicken products on a national basis, primarily under the Valley Fresh brand. Valley Fresh is a privately held company and employs approximately 265 employees at its 90,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Turlock.

Mark Lynn Foods, Inc.

Acquisition in 2005
Mark-Lynn Foods Inc. (Mark-Lynn) of Bremen, Georgia. Mark-Lynn manufactures and distributes a wide array of food products including salt and pepper packets, ketchup, mustard, sauces and salad dressings, creamers, sugar packets, jellies, desserts, and drink mixes.

Lloyd’s Barbeque

Acquisition in 2005
Lloyd’s Barbeque Company was established in 1978 by Lloyd Sigel, who began with a singular vision to create delicious, authentic precooked barbeque ribs. Through years of dedication, Lloyd managed to painstakingly capture the secret of making and packing a restaurant-quality rib. Today, your whole family can enjoy the rewards of Lloyd’s endeavors—the perfect barbeque solution for the time-pressed cook.

Arriba Foods, Inc.

Acquisition in 2005
Arriba Foods, Inc. (a/k/a Mexican Accent). Based in New Berlin, Wisconsin, Mexican Accent manufactures and distributes a wide variety of premium Mexican flour tortillas, corn tortillas, salsas, seasonings, and tortilla chips for retail markets and the foodservice industry.

Farmer John

Acquisition in 2004
Farmer John and its employees stay actively involved in giving back to the community. Working with public service organizations like The Midnight Mission, They partake in food drives and clothing donations for those in need. They also run with families in 5K and 10K races to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer, crisis shelters and the homeless. Their pro-active approach to sustainable solutions is also layered in to everything They do, with over 30 percent of Farmer John employees carpooling to work to reduce emissions. Learn about all of the ways Farmer John stays committed to the local community.

Century Foods

Acquisition in 2003
Century Foods International is a prominent manufacturer and distributor of dairy and nutritional products, specializing in whey protein powders, ready-to-drink protein beverages, and nutrition bars. The company supplies a variety of ingredients tailored for the health, sports, and nutritional supplement industries, including dairy and vegetable proteins as well as nutraceuticals aimed at muscle building and weight loss. Century Foods operates under private label and contract manufacturing agreements, distributing its products through grocery stores, clubs, and convenience stores. Their offerings cater to the growing demand for health-oriented food and beverage solutions.

Diamond Crystal Brands

Acquisition in 2001
Diamond Crystal Brands, Inc. is a manufacturer and supplier of a wide array of food and beverage products, including syrups, sauces, dressings, condiments, sweeteners, and various dessert mixes. The company also provides specialized items such as peanut butter, jams and jellies, malnutrition supplements, and thickeners. Founded in 1980 and headquartered in Savannah, Georgia, Diamond Crystal serves a diverse clientele that includes airlines, restaurants, convenience stores, healthcare facilities, and educational institutions. With seven manufacturing facilities across the nation, the company is recognized for its extensive product offerings, commitment to quality, and strong customer service. Its research and development capabilities enable tailored solutions for its blue-chip foodservice distributors and national restaurant chains.

Jennie-O Turkey Store

Acquisition in 2001
Jennie-O Turkey Store is engaged in processing and marketing turkey products.
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