The Kroger Co. is a grocery retailer and food manufacturer founded in Cincinnati in 1883. It operates 35 food manufacturing facilities and more than 2,700 stores across 35 states, producing food for its own retail business while serving millions of customers daily.
Inter-American ProductsSince 1907, Inter-American Products has supplied retailers, wholesalers, and food manufacturers with corporate-brand groceries and ingredients. The Cincinnati-based group operates 32 manufacturing plants, using a co-packing model to produce food under customers’ brands as well as its own.CINCINNATI, OH
The J.M. Smucker CoFounded in 1897 in Orrville, Ohio, The J.M. Smucker Co. is a family-led consumer packaged goods manufacturer producing food for people and pets. It operates manufacturing facilities across North America and is known for brands including Smucker’s fruit spreads and Folgers coffee. The company reported $9.1 billion in fiscal 2026 net sales and has nearly 8,000 employees.ORRVILLE, OH
Krinos FoodsSince 1958, Krinos Foods has been a North American importer, distributor, and manufacturer known for bringing Greek and Eastern European specialty foods to market. The company serves food retailers and foodservice customers, while also supporting private-label programs through its Olive Packing Company operation.BRONX, NY
Giant Eagle IncGiant Eagle Inc. is a food retailer whose Fresh Foods Manufacturing facility produces Market District refrigerated soups and fresh-cut produce for Giant Eagle and GetGo stores. The facility is located in Freedom, Pennsylvania, and occupies a 170,000-square-foot plant.FREEDOM, PA