HEARTLAND CATFISH CO INC

Heartland Catfish Co Inc specializes in the preparation, processing, and packaging of frozen catfish products for U.S. government food assistance programs. The company focuses on producing unbranded raw fillets and breaded, oven-ready strips in standardized packaging configurations, adhering to strict federal commodity specifications for distribution through domestic and international humanitarian channels. Their technical expertise lies in cold-chain handling, portion-controlled packaging, and compliance with USDA food safety and labeling protocols for raw and pre-cooked seafood commodities. A key differentiator is their consistent ability to deliver high-volume, low-margin seafood products under tight timelines, demonstrating robust supply chain coordination and quality control for perishable protein commodities. The contractor maintains a long-standing relationship with the U.S. Department of Agriculture, exclusively serving its food donation and international food aid initiatives. Their work supports the distribution of protein-rich commodities to schools, food banks, and overseas relief programs, requiring precise adherence to USDA’s Commodity Credit Corporation standards for product consistency, traceability, and shelf-life integrity. Operating under NAICS 311710, Heartland Catfish Co Inc is deeply embedded in the seafood processing sector, with a narrow vertical specialization in freshwater catfish—primarily channel catfish—processed into fillets and breaded strips. This positions them as a niche supplier within the broader U.S. government protein supply chain, uniquely focused on domestically sourced, farm-raised aquaculture products. The company is structured as a small business (2L) with its primary operations based in Itta Bena, Mississippi, a region central to the U.S. catfish farming industry. While no federal certifications are listed, their sustained performance on USDA contracts reflects proven compliance with federal food safety, sanitation, and packaging regulations. Their geographic location provides strategic access to regional aquaculture supply networks, reinforcing reliability in sourcing and production.