Ball Park, Jimmy Dean and Hillshire Meet the Spicy Consumers Savor

Hillshire Farm is expanding its smoked sausage lineup with fully cooked ropes and links made with 100% premium pork, offering flavorful, easy meal solutions for busy households, including a new Spicy Italian Rope variety.
Spicy is still driving consumer interest, and Tyson Foods is answering that demand with new heat-forward launches from three of its biggest brands.
From a jalapeño beef hot dog made for grilling season, to hot bacon for breakfast, to smoked sausage ropes and links built for easy family dinners, these products bring bold flavor to familiar favorites.
Here’s what’s new:
- Ball Park Bun Size Jalapeño Beef Franks: A spicy spin on Ball Park’s signature beef hot dog, these bun-size franks are infused with jalapeño flavor for a bold yet approachable kick. Available now at select retailers.
- Jimmy Dean Premium Hot Bacon: Jimmy Dean is turning up the heat at breakfast with premium smoked and cured bacon seasoned with the brand’s signature hot spice blend. Inspired by the success of Jimmy Dean Hot Sausage, it delivers a spicy upgrade while keeping the quality, versatility and reliable cooking performance consumers love. Available now at select retailers.
- Hillshire Farm Ropes & Links: Hillshire Farm is expanding its smoked sausage lineup with fully cooked ropes and links made with 100% premium pork, offering flavorful, easy meal solutions for busy households. New varieties include Spicy Italian Rope, Sweet Hickory Links and Jalapeño Cheddar Links. Spicy Italian Rope and Sweet Hickory Links are available now at select retailers, with Jalapeño Cheddar Links rolling out nationally later this year.
About Tyson Foods, Inc.
Tyson Foods, Inc. is a world-class food company and recognized leader in protein. Founded in 1935 by John W. Tyson, it has grown under four generations of family leadership. The Company is unified by this purpose: Tyson Foods. We Feed the World Like Family and has a broad portfolio of iconic products and brands including Tyson, Jimmy Dean, Hillshire Farm, Ball Park, Wright, State Fair, aidells and ibp. Tyson Foods is dedicated to bringing high-quality food to every table in the world, safely and affordably, now and for future generations. Headquartered in Springdale, Arkansas.
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