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Butterball Farms

Produces specialty butter and flavored compounds.

Overview

Butterball Farms is a producer of specialty butter and custom flavored butter solutions for the foodservice market, and it has recently expanded into compound butters for the packaged goods industry, with some products already sold in retail consumer packages. The company uses butter as a base to add flavor to vegetables, meats, potatoes, and other dishes, offering flavor-forward ingredients that help foodservice operators and manufacturers create finished meals more efficiently. Its product approach hinges on creating custom flavored butter blends that can be used in cooking, finishing, and as retail-ready spreads. What sets Butterball Farms apart is its combination of deep experience, a responsive team, and the ability to execute projects and scale production to meet customer needs. The company’s goal is to be the world’s leading provider of specialty butter and flavor solutions across both the foodservice and packaged goods markets.

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About Butterball Farms

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Why Butterball Farms is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Food & AgricultureIndustrial & ManufacturingConsumer Goods

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Grand Rapids, MI

Founded

1956

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What believers are saying

  • The company celebrated 70 years on May 19, 2026, signaling brand endurance.
  • Butterball Farms keeps innovating chef-ready formats that simplify back-of-house execution.
  • Recognition as a 2026 Best and Brightest Company helps hiring and retention.

What critics are saying

  • Butterball Farms sued Alta-Tesse LLC and the Vetters in 2026 over unpaid invoices.
  • Collection litigation signals customer credit stress and working-capital leakage right now.
  • A few large foodservice accounts can crush revenue if one chain cuts orders.

What makes Butterball Farms unique

  • Butterball Farms has manufactured specialty butter in Grand Rapids since 1956.
  • Mark Peters says it serves major foodservice and restaurant brands nationwide.
  • Its formats include Premium Balls, Butter Roses, blends, cream cheese, and custom flavors.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
  • Critical Illness

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