National Beef is one of America's largest beef processors, ranking as the fourth largest in the United States. Founded in 1992 and headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, the company operates processing facilities across several states including Kansas, Pennsylvania, Georgia, and Iowa. It is majority-owned by Brazilian meatpacking firm Marfrig, which holds an 82% stake.
The company produces fresh, chilled, and further processed beef and beef by-products for customers worldwide, with annual sales exceeding $7 billion. Its product range includes branded box beef, consumer ready beef, portion control beef, and wet blue leather production. National Beef also offers premium beef brands including Certified Hereford Beef, Natural Angus Beef, and premium Angus programs, serving the foodservice, retail, and wholesale distribution sectors.
With approximately 8,200 employees across its operations, National Beef maintains a significant presence in the American meatpacking and beef processing industry. The company's geographic footprint spans multiple processing locations in the Midwest and Southeast regions of the United States.
