Bridgford Foods Corporation (BRID)

Overview

Bridgford Foods Corporation, operational since 1932 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, stands as a recognized entity in the food industry, specializing in the manufacture, marketing, and distribution of a wide range of frozen and snack food products across the United States. The company maneuvers through the market via two primary segments: Frozen Food Products and Snack Food Products. Operating under the umbrella of Bridgford Industries Incorporated, Bridgford Foods targets a diverse clientele comprising food services, retail customers, supermarkets, mass merchandise, and convenience retail stores, leveraging a combination of wholesalers, cooperatives, distributors, and a direct store delivery network for distribution.

Products and Services

Bridgford Foods Corporation's product lineup encompasses an impressive array of food items tailored to meet the demands of a varied consumer base. Key products and services include:

• Biscuits and Bread Dough Items: Offering a selection of premade biscuits and bread dough, these products cater to both food service and retail customers, simplifying the baking process and ensuring quality and convenience.
• Roll Dough Items: Similar to their biscuit and bread dough products, these items offer ease of use for those looking to prepare freshly baked rolls, spanning from traditional bread rolls to specialty varieties.
• Dry Sausage and Beef Jerky Products: For the snack segment, Bridgford provides a variety of dry sausages and beef jerky, capitalizing on the growing trend for protein-rich, on-the-go snacking options.
• Ready to Eat Sandwiches: Catering to the convenience market, these sandwiches are designed for immediate consumption, targeting consumers seeking quick meal solutions without the compromise on taste or quality.
• Non-refrigerated Snack Food Products: This range includes a variety of shelf-stable snacks, ensuring Bridgford’s presence in the snacking aisle with products that offer longevity and convenience for the end consumer.

The distribution of these products is meticulously managed to ensure that both frozen food and snack food items are accessible through a network that includes wholesalers, cooperatives, distributors, as well as customer-owned distribution centers and a direct store delivery network. This broad distribution strategy enables Bridgford Foods to penetrate different market segments effectively.