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Rogers, PA

Acquiring a USDA-inspected facility to enhance production and expand market reach.

• USDA-Inspected Facility: The only USDA-inspected beef jerky facility in Arkansas, enabling immediate interstate shipping and national retail distribution.
• Vertical Integration: Owning production allows for bulk sourcing of raw materials at wholesale pricing, increasing gross margins.
• Local Economic Impact: Serves as a direct link between Arkansas cattle producers and the global jerky market, enhancing local economic impact.
• Craft Collaborations: Positioned to partner with over 50 Arkansas craft breweries for exclusive jerky collaborations using proprietary beer marinades.
• Scalable Production: Industrial-scale equipment supports consistent yield management and enables production to scale by over 500%.

Kicker’s Saddle Jerky is acquiring Arkansas’ only USDA-inspected beef jerky production facility to eliminate reliance on third-party co-packers and enhance operational efficiency. This acquisition will enable full vertical integration, allowing the company to source raw materials at wholesale prices and increase gross margins significantly. The USDA-inspected status of the facility allows for immediate interstate shipping and access to national and big-box retailers, bypassing lengthy regulatory delays and substantial buildout costs. Industrial-scale equipment will support consistent yield management and enable production to scale by over 500% without a proportional increase in labor, generating operating leverage and accelerating profitability.

The company blends the heritage of Arkansas with modern, gourmet flavor profiles to produce a high-protein snack that stands apart in the regional market. By leveraging its position as Arkansass sole dedicated jerky facility, Kickers Saddle Jerky uniquely bridges local artisanal quality with industrial-scale production, creating a defensible and scalable platform for growth. The company plans to expand its local-first retail network, craft pairing strategy, and community engagement initiatives to build deep brand loyalty and establish itself as a defining lifestyle brand in Arkansas.

Company Info

Kicker’s Saddle Jerky produces premium beef jerky in Arkansas, combining local heritage with gourmet flavors and exclusive state-certified production.

Kicker’s Saddle Jerky is a premium beef jerky manufacturer based in Rogers, Arkansas, known for blending local heritage with gourmet flavors. As the only USDA-inspected beef jerky facility in the state, the company offers a unique advantage in the regional market, allowing for immediate interstate distribution and partnerships with local craft breweries for exclusive flavor collaborations.

The company began with a thrift-store dehydrator and has grown into a state-exclusive production powerhouse. By focusing on local-first retail networks and craft pairing strategies, Kicker’s Saddle Jerky aims to embed itself into the daily rhythm of Arkansas life. The company also engages with the community through educational workshops and partnerships with local agricultural organizations, reinforcing its commitment to quality and local sourcing.