JOHN HOFMEISTER & SON INC

John Hofmeister & Son Inc. specializes in the slaughter and processing of livestock and poultry for U.S. government food assistance programs, delivering frozen, ready-to-prepare meat commodities under strict federal specifications. The company’s core capabilities include the humane slaughter of hogs and processing of pork into value-added products such as water-added and smoked ham, packaged in standardized formats for distribution through federal nutrition assistance channels. Technical expertise spans USDA-compliant processing protocols, cryogenic freezing, vacuum packaging, and cold chain logistics to maintain product integrity. Their precision in meeting exact weight, labeling, and packaging requirements for federal donations distinguishes them as a reliable supplier for high-volume, mission-critical food aid programs. The contractor maintains a consistent, long-standing relationship with the U.S. Department of Agriculture, supplying commodities under the USDA’s Food Distribution Program. Their work directly supports national food security initiatives by providing shelf-stable, protein-rich meat products to schools, food banks, and emergency feeding networks. All deliveries adhere to USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) standards, with rigorous traceability and documentation protocols. Industry focus centers on NAICS 311611 (Animal Slaughter) and 311615 (Poultry Processing), where the company operates as a niche provider of federally compliant, frozen meat commodities. They specialize in value-added pork and turkey products tailored for institutional distribution, positioning themselves as a key player in the government’s emergency food supply chain. As a small business structured as a 2L entity based in Chicago, Illinois, John Hofmeister & Son Inc. operates without federal certifications but maintains full compliance with USDA and FDA regulatory frameworks. Their geographic presence supports national logistics networks, enabling timely delivery of perishable commodities across the United States.