New Schools Feeding Programs – Highland Beef Farms

Shelf-Stable Protein for
Schools, Feeding Programs
and Food Banks

Nutritious, great-tasting meat and cheese snacks that meet school nutrition standards, reduce waste with shelf-stable convenience, and are trusted by feeding programs nationwide.

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Designed for the Demands of School Nutrition and Feeding Programs 

Your school or community nutrition program operates under strict requirements. Whether you’re managing a K-12 district, a CACFP, SFSP, after school program, summer feeding site, or supper feeding service, our shelf-stable meat and cheese snacks are tailored to support your mission.

Our products qualify as creditable foods within meats/meat alternates, helping you confidently meet USDA food requirements while simplifying storage, distribution, and inventory management. 

Meets USDA school meal and snack program standards
Approved for CACFP and child nutrition programs
Shelf-stable - no refrigeration required
Long shelf life reduces waste and costs
Individually wrapped for safe portion control
Kid-approved taste with balanced nutrition
Consistent bulk supply for large programs

Flexible Meal Kits & Creditable Snacks for Schools and Programs

Our shelf-stable protein snacks are designed for a wide range of school and feeding program needs, extending well beyond the lunch line. From a la carte offerings to meal kits, our products support nutrition wherever students and communities need it.

Schools and feeding programs rely on our meat and cheese snacks for:

After school snacks and enrichment programs.
Athletics and student activity support.
Field trips and off-campus meals.
Concessions and a la carte snack sales.
Pre-assembled meal kits for classrooms or take-home distribution.
Emergency feeding and disaster response readiness.
Community and partner feeding programs, including food banks.

With trusted nutrition, consistent quality, and shelf-stable convenience, our products help schools and organizations serve compliant meal kits and snacks. Anytime, anywhere.

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Meat and Cheese Snacks Kids of All Ages Love!

Our shelf-stable meat and cheese snacks are crafted from premium US-sourced ingredients and built to perform wherever you need them—no refrigeration required. From deli bites and meat sticks to natural cheese bricks and spreads, every product offers long shelf life, great taste, and nutrition you can trust. Wholesale bulk orders preferred.

Meat Products

Meat products are made from beef, turkey, chicken and pork, and come in a variety of styles—including sausages, sticks, bites, and combos—with bold flavors like Honey Pepper, Buffalo, BBQ, and more.

Cheese Products

Cheese products are made with real, natural cheese and come in a variety of styles—including bricks, spreads, dips, and wedges—with popular flavors like Smoked Gouda, Jalapeño Jack, and more.

Snacks Without Compromise for Nutrition on the Run

You have high standards. We deliver convenient, shelf-stable snacks made with real ingredients and certified quality – ideal for meeting nutrition needs in schools, programs, and on-the-go retail.

High Quality Protein

Meat and cheese snacks loaded with protein.
Sourced from premium beef, chicken, turkey and pork.
Manufactured in the US

Real Food Ingredients

Naturally gluten-free
No added MSG
Keto friendly and low carb
No refrigeration needed
Delicious flavors like Buffalo, Honey Pepper, BBQ, and more

Certified Compliance

Approved vendor for Buy American, Sam.gov and more
REAL Seal certification
Meat/Meat Alternate equivalence—PFS on all products
Smart Snack compliant products

Trusted by Leading School Districts and Programs Across the U.S.

Chosen by leading school districts in California, feeding programs, food banks, military buyers, FEMA, camps, and institutional programs nationwide, our snacks are a trusted solution for reliable nutrition at scale.