John Graves Food Service

Cargill Meat Solutions Coporation is the umbrella organization of Cargill s beef, pork and turkey businesses. A key part of Cargill Meat Solutions was Excel Corporation, which began business nearly 70 years ago and grew from a Midwestern beef company to also include pork, processed meats, case ready meats and food distribution centers. Cargill Meat Solutions is a leading processor and distributor of fresh beef, pork and turkey, plus cooked and marinated meats. Representing more than a dozen major brands that are sold in both retail and food service channels, the company is committed to providing great-tasting meat to its customers and consumers around the world. Cargill Meat Solutions' headquarters are in Wichita, Kan., with a location in Marshall, Mo.

Tyson Retail Deli is a subsidiary of Tyson Foods. Tyson Foods, established in 1935 with headquarters in Springdale, Ark., is one of the world s largest processors and marketers of chicken, beef and pork, as well as one of the largest food companies in the Fortune 500. The company produces an array of protein-based and prepared food products, which are marketed under the Powered by Tyson strategy. Tyson is recognized as one of the leaders in the retail and food service markets it serves. The company provides products and services to customers throughout the United States and in more than 80 countries throughout the world. In addition, Tyson operates more than 300 facilities and offices in the United States and abroad. Tyson Retail Deli has a location in Concordia, Mo.

Founded in 1947 by John L. Graves, Mr. G's Quality Cut Meats provides meat products in and around the Chillicothe, Mo., area. Originally known as John Graves Food Service, the company provided cuts of meat that were popular in post-war America, such as roasts and steaks. In 1951, the company began producing portion controlled steaks and beef patties under the Mr. G's Quality Cut Meats label. The company provides more than 200 beef, pork and veal products to customers. Mr. G's Quality Cut Meats serves the food industry with courteous customer service, timely deliveries and a quality product line. The company is headquartered in Chillicothe.