JENNIE-O TURKEY STORE INC

Jennie-O Turkey Store Inc. specializes in the large-scale processing and packaging of frozen and chilled turkey products for federal food assistance programs. Their core capabilities encompass poultry processing, including deboning, slicing, portioning, and cryogenic freezing of turkey breast, thighs, and whole cuts to meet stringent USDA food safety and shelf-life standards. They produce a range of ready-to-prepare commodities such as deli-sliced turkey, bulk chilled turkey, and pre-portioned frozen patties and fillings, all compliant with federal nutrition guidelines for distribution through food donation networks. Their technical expertise lies in maintaining consistent product quality across high-volume production lines, implementing HACCP protocols, and managing cold chain logistics to preserve product integrity from processing to delivery. The contractor maintains a consistent and exclusive relationship with the U.S. Department of Agriculture, supplying compliant turkey commodities for domestic and international food aid initiatives. Their work supports USDA’s Commodity Supplemental Food Program and other nutrition assistance efforts, delivering standardized, shelf-stable, and nutrient-dense turkey products tailored for institutional use in schools, food banks, and emergency relief operations. Their primary industry focus is poultry processing under NAICS 311615, positioning them as a key supplier of value-added turkey products within the federal food procurement ecosystem. They specialize in transforming raw poultry into standardized, safe, and logistically viable commodities for government distribution, with deep expertise in frozen and chilled product formats that meet federal specifications for texture, moisture content, and microbial safety. As a 2L entity based in Willmar, Minnesota, Jennie-O Turkey Store Inc. operates as a vertically integrated processor with established infrastructure for high-throughput poultry handling. While no government certifications are listed, their consistent performance with USDA underscores regulatory compliance and operational reliability within the federal food supply chain. Their geographic footprint centers on Midwest production capacity, supporting national distribution networks with minimal supply chain disruption.