Behind-the-scenes, functional departments improve and help shape McCain Foods into “America’s best food company.”

A more coordinated, networked McCain marks 50 years.

Some may not remember it but McCain Foods’ U.S. roots are literally in the frozen potato industry – a competitive commodity sector where sales were driven by pounds and pennies.

You might not know it but McCain Foods USA has a retail business that’s vibrant and helping grow retailers’ sales.

New products, programs propel McCain Foods USA toward goal of “building America's best food company.”

McCain Foods' Grand Island, Neb., appetizer plant makes fun products – but takes a no-nonsense approach to safety.

Editor's note: A special AFFI meeting session featured an interview between Refrigerated & Frozen Foods Editor Bob Garrison and Ron Pillsbury, vice president of planning, distribution and customer service for McCain Foods USA. Following are excerpts from that conversation.

McCain Foods USA says it established a wide-ranging partnership with the American Red Cross that strengthens emergency preparation and response at McCain communities nationwide.