Nueske's Applewood Smoked Meats
Food and Beverage ManufacturingWisconsin, United States51-200 Employees
Nueske's Applewood Smoked Meats is a Wisconsin-based producer of smoked meats that relies on traditional family recipes dating back before the family's 1880s immigration. Founded in 1933 by R.C. Nueske during the Great Depression, the company slow-smokes hams, sausages, and bacon over applewood to produce a sweet, smoky flavor. The product line also includes poultry, chops, and other smoked specialty items. The business remains family-operated in Wittenberg, Wisconsin, now led by Tanya Nueske, the founder's granddaughter, in the third generation. Its products have nationwide distribution, appearing in specialty grocers and selected restaurants across the United States. In 2019 the company was named Wisconsin Manufacturer of the Year, recognizing its role in the state's manufacturing landscape.