Carl Buddig and Company
Food and Beverage ServicesIllinois, United States501-1000 Employees
Carl Buddig and Company is a mid-sized food producer based in Tinley Park, Illinois, with a legacy spanning more than 75 years under family ownership across three generations. The company operates as the parent for several meat-focused brands, including Buddig lunchmeat, Old Wisconsin hardwood-smoked sausage snack products, and Kingsford-branded pre-cooked ribs and barbecue entrees. Its products are positioned to offer taste, variety, and convenience for households seeking ready-to-use meat options for everyday meals and family occasions. Its brand portfolio serves consumers seeking convenient, flavorful meat options across deli and ready-to-eat niches, reflecting a positioning within the broader food and beverage sector as a multi-brand producer rather than a single-product line. In 2026, Carl Buddig & Company announced a collaboration with Hidden Valley to launch a ready-to-eat Hidden Valley Ranch Seasoned Chicken Dippers, illustrating ongoing product development and partnerships.