PROTEINS FOR YOUR PURPOSE
Applegate® is passionately committed to going further than any other national brand to craft clean, crave-able proteins — starting on our network of farms with how our animals are raised. Following extensive enhanced animal welfare practices, we bring everyone, from independents to national chains, outstanding product options that support you and your patrons’ conscientious values. All pork, beef, and poultry sourced by Applegate is third-party certified for higher animal welfare through organizations such as Global Animal Partnership® or Certified Humane®.
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Product Line
Bulk Deli Meats
All natural, whole muscle APPLEGATE® deli meat, provides outstanding flavors ready to slice, dice or shave.
Varieties
- Ham
- Beef
- Turkey
- Chicken
Sliced Deli Meats
All of the amazing flavor with none of the back of house hassle. Pre-cut APPLEGATE® deli meats that taste fresh off the slicer.
Varieties
- Ham
- Turkey
- Chicken
- Roast Beef
Prepared Proteins
All natural APPLEGATE® products, prepared and ready to be the delicious base of countless dishes across the menu.
Varieties
- Smoked Pulled Pork
- Chicken Thigh
Fresh Pork
Fresh, no antibiotics ever, crate free, flavorful and juicy, this versatile portfolio of APPLEGATE® cuts inspires culinary creativity.
Varieties/Cuts
- Pork Tenderloin
- Boneless Pork Loin
- Boneless Pork Butt
- Loin Back Rib
Hot Dogs
The APPLEGATE® Cleaner Wiener™: just 4 simple ingredients – beef, water, salt and spices. No antibiotics ever, uncured, and all natural, ideal for adults and kids.
Varieties
- Beef
Breakfast
All natural, no antibiotics ever, our breakfast sausage link and bacon are savory and flavorful.
Varieties
- Pork Sausage
- Bacon
Burgers
Our first 100% organic and halal certified foodservice offering: Made with 3 simple ingredients – THE GREAT ORGANIC BLEND BURGER® product delivers on taste, nutrition and sustainability.
Varieties
- Beef & Mushroom
Pizza Toppings
Top your pizza with APPLEGATE® proteins that are responsibly sourced, full of flavor and made with clean ingredients. Offering you sausage and pepperoni topping for a pie you and your customers can feel good about.
Varieties
- Italian Pork Sausage Topping
- Uncured Smoked Pepperoni
Snacks
APPLEGATE’S® single-serve snack solutions deliver the clean ingredients your guests seek for on-the-go snacking. Available in two forms: Turkey Pepperoni Stacker and Genoa Salami Charcuterie Plate.
Varieties
- Turkey Pepperoni Snack Pack
- Genoa Salami Charcuterie Plate
What it means for you.
COAST-TO-COAST DISTRIBUTION
Consistent, reliable supply sustained by our network of 2000+ farms
CLEAN, CRAVE-ABLE FOODS
Proteins that support your principles through greatly enhanced animal welfare
LOYAL PATRONS
Guests will value the Applegate® story and your commitment to responsibly sourced proteins
ENHANCED ANIMAL WELFARE
The APPLEGATE® brand provides full flavor, all natural, no antibiotics ever proteins using sensible farming practices founded on enhanced animal welfare.
CHANGING THE MEAT WE EAT®
Now you have a proven, nationwide source to help meet the ever-increasing demand for responsibly sourced foods on your menu. Potential patrons will notice and appreciate you offering high-quality, high-integrity meats.
Pork
- No crates ever.
- Natural hay or straw bedding.
- No growth promotants.
- Vegetarian-fed.
- More time with mom to support immune systems and growth.
- Increased environmental enrichment to encourage natural behavior.
- Third-party certified for higher animal welfare through either Global Animal Partnership® (Step 1 or higher) or Certified Humane®.
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Beef
- 100% grass fed and finished.
- Pasture raised.
- No growth promotants.
- Third-party certified for higher animal welfare through either Global Animal Partnership® (Step 1 or higher) or Certified Humane®.
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Turkey
- No growth promotants.
- Up to 50% more living space.
- Vegetarian fed.
- Fresh air.
- Increased environmental enrichment to encourage natural behavior.
- Natural day and night lighting cycles for reduced stress and better growth.
- Third-party certified for higher animal welfare through either Global Animal Partnership® (Step 1 or higher) or Certified Humane®
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Chicken
- Third-party certified for higher animal welfare through either Global Animal Partnership® (Step 2 or higher) or Certified Humane®.
- Up to 29% more living space.
- Vegetarian fed.
- Fresh air.
- Increased environmental enrichment to encourage natural behavior.
- Natural day and night lighting cycles for reduced stress and better growth.
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