Carl Buddig & Company
About The Carl Buddig & Company
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Carl Buddig & Company is a family-owned and operated business that has been providing quality meats to consumers for over 75 years. Founded in 1943, the company has grown to become a leading manufacturer of thin-sliced lunch meats, sausages, and barbecue products.
The company's flagship brand, Buddig, offers a variety of affordable and convenient lunch meats, including beef, chicken, turkey, ham, pastrami, and corned beef. These products are designed for sandwiches, snacks, and special recipes, making lunchtime delicious and accessible.
In addition to Buddig, Carl Buddig & Company is the parent company of Old Wisconsin, known for its hardwood-smoked sausages and meat snacks. These products are handcrafted and smoked over real hardwood fires, offering a range of flavors that cater to diverse consumer tastes.
Expanding its product line, the company entered the barbecue and specialty meats market in 2017 with products under the Kingsford brand. This includes ready-to-eat barbecue items such as sauced and unsauced ribs, BBQ pork, chicken, and beef entrees, slow-smoked to perfection.
Foodservice Solutions
Carl Buddig & Company offers a range of foodservice options tailored to meet various needs. Their offerings include:
- Naturally hardwood-smoked sausages
- Deli lunchmeats
- Restaurant-quality barbecue
- Customized meal-kit solutions and party trays
These products deliver consistency, labor savings, and meet food safety standards, providing high-quality options for restaurants, businesses, and organizations.
Company Locations
The company operates primarily in the United States with facilities in:
- Chicago, IL, USA
- South Holland, IL, USA
- Homewood, Illinois (headquarters)
- Munster, Indiana (distribution center relocated in 2016)
In 2016, Carl Buddig & Company invested $3.7 million to relocate its distribution center from South Holland to Munster, Indiana, creating additional jobs and expanding operational capacity.
Commitment and Values
Throughout its history, Carl Buddig & Company has remained committed to quality, affordability, and family values. The company strives to provide products that families can trust and enjoy.