WINONA FOODS INC.

Winona Foods Inc. specializes in the manufacturing and supply of shredded and packaged cheese products for U.S. government food assistance programs. Their core capabilities center on large-scale dairy processing, including the production of cheddar cheese in yellow and reduced-fat varieties, as well as pepper jack, all packaged in standardized retail-ready formats such as 5-pound and 2-pound bags. The company demonstrates deep technical expertise in food safety compliance, shelf-stable packaging, and cold chain logistics, ensuring consistent product quality and regulatory adherence for federal distribution. Their specialization in shred consistency, moisture control, and anti-caking formulations for institutional use distinguishes them as a reliable producer for high-volume, mission-critical food donations. The contractor maintains a consistent and exclusive relationship with the U.S. Department of Agriculture, supplying commodities under its food donation initiatives. All awarded contracts are for the provision of cheese products to support domestic nutrition assistance programs, indicating a long-standing, trusted partnership in fulfilling USDA’s mission to enhance food security through bulk commodity distribution. Winona Foods operates primarily within NAICS 311513 — Cheese Manufacturing — focusing on the production of processed cheese varieties for institutional and emergency food systems. Their market positioning is firmly anchored in the government food supply chain, serving as a specialized producer for USDA’s Commodity Supplemental Food Program and similar initiatives requiring standardized, high-volume dairy products. As a 2L entity headquartered in Green Bay, Wisconsin, Winona Foods Inc. is a mid-tier manufacturer with a focused operational footprint in the Upper Midwest dairy corridor. The company holds no federal certifications but leverages its regional dairy infrastructure and manufacturing precision to meet stringent federal food specifications. Their geographic location supports efficient cold logistics networks critical for perishable commodity delivery across the nation.