BRIDGFORD FOODS CORP
For the period ended Apr 17, 2026. Filed Jun 1, 2026.
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Apr 17, 2026 · Filed Jun 1, 2026
What changed in Management’s Discussion and Analysis?
Read the current filingPrevious report: 10-Q
Period ended 2026-01-23; filed 2026-03-06.
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Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of OperationsCurrent report: 10-Q
Period ended 2026-04-17; filed 2026-06-01.
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Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of OperationsThe baseline is this issuer’s latest earlier reporting period of the same form that was filed before the current report. A previous 10-Q is a different quarter, not a year-over-year comparison. Amendments are excluded.
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Current report
Net sales decreased by $595 (1.3%) to $50,044 in the second twelve-week period of the 2026 fiscal year compared to the same twelve-week period in fiscal year 2025. The changes in net sales were comprised as follows:
Current report
Net sales in the Frozen Food Products segment decreased by $208 (1.2%) to $13,105 in the second twelve-week period of the 2026 fiscal year compared to the same twelve-week period in fiscal year 2025. The changes in net sales were comprised as follows:
Current report
Net sales in the Snack Food Products segment decreased by $387 (1.0%) to $36,939 in the second twelve-week period of the 2026 fiscal year compared to the same twelve-week period in fiscal year 2025. The changes in net sales were comprised as follows:
Current report
SG&A expenses in the Frozen Food Products segment increased by $43 (1.3%) to $3,244 in the second twelve-week period of fiscal year 2026 compared to the same twelve-week period in the prior fiscal year. The overall increase in SG&A expenses was due to an increase in healthcare costs, insurance costs, higher repair and maintenance costs and depreciation expenses.
Current report
SG&A expenses in the Snack Food Products segment increased by $321 (2.9%) to $11,406 in the second twelve-week period of fiscal year 2026 compared to the same twelve-week period in the prior fiscal year. Most of the increase was due to higher healthcare costs, insurance costs and outside consultants, partially offset by decreased storage units.
Current report
Results of Operations for the Twenty-four Weeks Ended April 17, 2026, and April 18, 2025
Current report
Net Sales-Consolidated
Current report
Net sales in the Frozen Food Products segment decreased by $382 (1.4%) to $27,460 in the twenty-four-week period of the 2026 fiscal year compared to the same twenty-four-week period in fiscal year 2025. The changes in net sales were comprised as follows:
Current report
Net sales in the Snack Food Products segment increased by $2,554 (3.4%) to $77,896 in the twenty-four-week period of the 2026 fiscal year compared to the same twenty-four-week period in fiscal year 2025. The changes in net sales were comprised as follows:
Current report
Cost of products sold from continuing operations increased on a consolidated basis by $3,978 (5.0%) to $83,206 in the twenty-four-week period of the 2026 fiscal year compared to the same twenty-four-week period in fiscal year 2025. The gross margin decreased to 21.0% in the twenty-four-weeks of fiscal year 2026 compared to 23.2% in the same twenty-four-week period in fiscal year 2025.
Current report
Income Taxes-Consolidated
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Previous report
Net sales in the Frozen Food Products segment decreased by $174 (1.2%) to $14,355 in the first twelve-week period of the 2026 fiscal year compared to the same twelve-week period in fiscal year 2025. The changes in net sales were comprised as follows:
Previous report
Net sales in the Snack Food Products segment increased by $2,941 (7.7%) to $40,957 in the first twelve-week period of the 2026 fiscal year compared to the same twelve-week period in fiscal year 2025. The changes in net sales were comprised as follows:
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Certain statements included within this Report, and the information and documents incorporated by reference with this Report, constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”). These forward-looking statements are intended to qualify for the safe harbor from liability established by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements other than statements of historical fact included in this Report or incorporated by reference into this Report are forward-looking statements. These statements include, among other things, any predictions of earnings, revenues, expenses or other financial items; plans or expectations with respect to our business strategy; statements concerning industry trends; including the availability of beef, pork and flour; statements regarding anticipated demand for our products, or the products of our competitors; statements relating to manufacturing forecasts; statements relating to forecasts of our liquidity position or available cash resources; statements regarding operational challenges, including as a result of global supply chain disruptions and labor shortages; statements regarding inflationary pressures, including increased costs for labor and freight, and the resulting impact on our results of operations; statements regarding new regulations related to federal income tax and the impact on our financial statements and cash flow; statements regarding the impact of the adoption of recent accounting pronouncements on our business; and statements relating to the assumptions underlying any of the foregoing. Throughout this Report, we have attempted to identify forward-looking statements by using words such as “may,” “believe,” “will,” “could,” “project,” “anticipate,” “expect,” “estimate,” “should,” “continue,” “potential,” “plan,” “forecasts,” “goal,” “seek,” “intend,” other forms of these words or similar words or expressions or the negative thereof (although not all forward-looking statements contain these words).
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Certain statements included within this Report, and the information and documents incorporated by reference with this Report, constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”). These forward-looking statements are intended to qualify for the safe harbor from liability established by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements other than statements of historical fact included in this Report or incorporated by reference into this Report are forward-looking statements. These statements include, among other things, any predictions of earnings, revenues, expenses or other financial items; plans or expectations with respect to our business strategy; statements concerning industry trends; including the availability of beef, pork and flour; statements regarding anticipated demand for our products, or the products of our competitors; statements relating to manufacturing forecasts; statements relating to forecasts of our liquidity position or available cash resources, statements regarding operational challenges, including as a result of global supply chain disruptions and labor shortages; statements regarding inflationary pressures, including increased costs for labor and freight, and the resulting impact on our results of operations; statements regarding new regulations related to federal income tax and the impact on our financial statements and cash flow; statements regarding the impact of the adoption of recent accounting pronouncements on our business; statements related to our compliance with credit facilities, and statements relating to the assumptions underlying any of the foregoing. Throughout this Report, we have attempted to identify forward-looking statements by using words such as “may,” “believe,” “will,” “could,” “project,” “anticipate,” “expect,” “estimate,” “should,” “continue,” “potential,” “plan,” “forecasts,” “goal,” “seek,” “intend,” other forms of these words or similar words or expressions or the negative thereof (although not all forward-looking statements contain these words).
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Current accounting principles require that our pension benefit obligation be measured using an internal rate of return (“IRR”) analysis to be included in the discount rate selection process. The IRR calculation for the Retirement Plan for Employees of Bridgford Foods Corporation is measured annually and based on the Citigroup Pension Discount Rate. The Citigroup Pension Discount Rate as of January 31, 2026, was 5.62% as compared to 5.16% as of October 31, 2025. The discount rate applied can significantly affect the value of the projected benefit obligation as well as the net periodic benefit cost.
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Current accounting principles require that our pension benefit obligation be measured using an internal rate of return (“IRR”) analysis to be included in the discount rate selection process. The IRR calculation for the Retirement Plan for Employees of Bridgford Foods Corporation is measured annually and based on the Citigroup Pension Discount Rate. The Citigroup Pension Discount Rate as of April 30, 2026, was 5.79% as compared to 5.16% as of October 31, 2025. The discount rate applied can significantly affect the value of the projected benefit obligation as well as the net periodic benefit cost.
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We record the cash surrender or contract value for life insurance policies as an adjustment of premiums paid in determining the expense or income to be recognized under the contract for the period.
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We record the cash surrender value or contract value for life insurance policies as an adjustment of premiums paid in determining the expense or income to be recognized under the contract for the period. The cash surrender value is included in other non-current assets in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets. Expected proceeds from life insurance are recorded under prepaid expenses and other current assets. Pension income from overfunded pension plans arises when plan assets exceed the projected pension obligation and are also recorded under other non-current assets.
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Our Snack Food Products segment primarily distributes products manufactured in-house. All items within this segment are considered similar products and have been aggregated at this level. The dry sausage division includes products such as jerky, meat snacks, salami, sausage, and pepperoni products. During the first quarter of fiscal year 2026, our Snack Food Products segment sold approximately 180 different items through customer-owned distribution centers and a direct-store-delivery network serving approximately 19,000 supermarkets, mass merchandise and convenience retail stores located in all 50 states.
Current wording
Our Snack Food Products segment primarily distributes products manufactured in-house. All items within this segment are considered similar products and have been aggregated at this level. The dry sausage division includes products such as jerky, meat snacks, salami, sausage, and pepperoni products. During the second quarter of fiscal year 2026, our Snack Food Products segment sold approximately 180 different items through customer-owned distribution centers and a direct-store-delivery network serving approximately 19,000 supermarkets, mass merchandise and convenience retail stores located in all 50 states.
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Products produced or distributed by the Snack Food Products segment are supplied to customers through either direct delivery to customer warehouses or direct-store-delivery to retail locations. We utilize customer managed warehouse distribution centers to lower distribution cost. Products delivered to the customer’s warehouse are then distributed to the store where they are resold to the end consumer. Our direct-store-delivery system focus emphasizes high quality service and the supply of our premium branded and private label products to our customers. We also provide the service of setting up and maintaining the display of and restocking our products.
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Products produced or distributed by the Snack Food Products segment are supplied to customers through either direct delivery to customer warehouses or direct-store-delivery to retail locations. We utilize customer managed warehouse distribution centers to lower distribution cost. Products delivered to the customer’s warehouse are then distributed to the store where they are resold to the end consumer. Our direct-store-delivery system focus emphasizes high quality service and the supply of our premium branded products to our customers. We also provide the service of setting up and maintaining the display of and restocking our products.
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The decrease in net sales for the twelve-week period ended January 23, 2026, primarily relates to lower unit sales volume in pounds and to a lesser extent lower selling prices per pound due to changes in product mix. Institutional Frozen Food Products sales, including sheet dough and rolls, decreased 3% by volume and retail sales volume decreased by 15%. Returns activity was lower compared to the same twelve-week period in the 2025 fiscal year. Promotional activity was both lower in absolute dollars and as a percentage of sales.
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The decrease in net sales for the twelve-week period ended April 17, 2026, primarily relates to lower selling prices per pound due to changes in product mix partially offset by an increase in sales volume in pounds. Returns activity was lower compared to the same twelve-week period in the 2025 fiscal year. Promotional activity was lower in absolute dollars and higher as a percentage of sales.
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Net sales of snack food products increased due to higher selling prices per pound despite lower unit sales volume in pounds during the first quarter of fiscal year 2026. Price increases implemented during the prior fiscal year have been partially successful in combatting the margin reductions we saw from unprecedented commodity price increases during the preceding twenty-four months. Returns activity remained consistent compared to the same twelve-week period in the 2025 fiscal year. Promotional activity was also similar to the same twelve-week period in fiscal year 2025.
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Net sales of snack food products decreased due to lower unit sales volume in pounds despite higher selling prices per pound during the second quarter of fiscal year 2026. Price increases implemented during the prior fiscal year have been partially successful in combatting the margin reductions we saw from unprecedented commodity price increases during the preceding twenty-four months. Returns activity increased compared to the same twelve-week period in the 2025 fiscal year due to non-recurring shifts in product mix. As we transition to higher margin items returns for lower margin items were temporarily elevated to accommodate the product change. Promotional activity decreased as a percentage of sales but increased in absolute dollars compared to the same twelve-week period in fiscal year 2025.
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Cost of products sold from continuing operations increased on a consolidated basis by $2,283 (5.8%) to $41,943 in the first twelve-week period of the 2026 fiscal year compared to the same twelve-week period in fiscal year 2025. The gross margin decreased to 24.2% in the first twelve-weeks of fiscal year 2026 compared to 24.5% in the same twelve-week period in fiscal year 2025.
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Cost of products sold from continuing operations increased on a consolidated basis by $1,695 (4.3%) to $41,263 in the second twelve-week period of the 2026 fiscal year compared to the same twelve-week period in fiscal year 2025. The gross margin decreased to 17.5% in the second twelve-weeks of fiscal year 2026 compared to 21.9% in the same twelve-week period in fiscal year 2025.
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Cost of products sold in the Frozen Food Products segment decreased by $81 (0.8%) to $10,665 in the first twelve-week period of the 2026 fiscal year compared to the same twelve-week period in fiscal year 2025. The cost of purchased flour decreased by approximately $87 based on global economic conditions in the first twelve-week period of fiscal year 2026 compared to the same twelve-week period in fiscal year 2025. The gross margin decreased to 25.7% in the first twelve-weeks of fiscal year 2026 compared to 27.2% in the same twelve-week period in fiscal year 2025 due to higher gross overhead. Gross overhead increased as a result of higher healthcare expenses, temporary labor costs and repairs and maintenance on buildings and processing equipment.
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Cost of products sold in the Frozen Food Products segment increased by $334 (3.4%) to $10,204 in the second twelve-week period of the 2026 fiscal year compared to the same twelve-week period in fiscal year 2025. The cost of purchased flour decreased by approximately $93 based on global economic conditions in the second twelve-week period of fiscal year 2026 compared to the same twelve-week period in fiscal year 2025. The gross margin decreased to 22.1% in the second twelve-weeks of fiscal year 2026 compared to 25.9% in the same twelve-week period in fiscal year 2025 due to higher gross overhead. Gross overhead increased as a result of higher healthcare expenses, and repairs and maintenance on buildings and processing equipment.
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Cost of products sold in the Snack Food Products segment increased by $2,202 (7.6%) to $31,278 in the first twelve-week period of the 2026 fiscal year compared to the same twelve-week period in fiscal year 2025 due to higher meat commodity costs. The cost of meat commodities increased by approximately $3,099 due to a limited supply of cattle ready for market and other unfavorable market conditions (including inflation and tariffs) in the first twelve-week period of fiscal year 2026 compared to the same period in fiscal year 2025. The gross margin increased slightly to 23.6% in the first twelve-weeks of fiscal year 2026 compared to 23.5% in the same twelve-week period in fiscal year 2025. We maintain a net realizable reserve of $493 on products as of January 23, 2026, after determining that the market value on some meat products could not cover the costs associated with completion and sale of the product. Freight costs increased by $434 during the first twelve-week period of the 2026 fiscal year compared to the same twelve-week period in the prior year.
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Cost of products sold in the Snack Food Products segment increased by $1,361 (4.6%) to $31,059 in the second twelve-week period of the 2026 fiscal year compared to the same twelve-week period in fiscal year 2025 due to higher meat commodity costs. The cost of meat commodities increased by approximately $2,306 due to a limited supply of cattle ready for market and other unfavorable market conditions (including inflation and tariffs) in the second twelve-week period of fiscal year 2026 compared to the same period in fiscal year 2025. The gross margin decreased to 15.9% in the second twelve-weeks of fiscal year 2026 compared to 20.4% in the same twelve-week period in fiscal year 2025. We maintain a net realizable reserve of $440 on products as of April 17, 2026, after determining that the market value on some meat products could not cover the costs associated with completion and sale of the product.
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Selling, general and administrative expenses (“SG&A”) decreased by $297 (2.0%) to $14,616 in the first twelve-week period of fiscal year 2026 compared to the same twelve-week period in the prior fiscal year. The table below summarizes the significant expense increases (decreases) included in this category:
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Selling, general and administrative expenses (“SG&A”) increased by $364 (2.5%) to $14,650 in the second twelve-week period of fiscal year 2026 compared to the same twelve-week period in the prior fiscal year. The table below summarizes the significant expense increases (decreases) included in this category:
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We recorded a benefit on income taxes of $245 for the twelve-week period ended January 23, 2026, and a benefit on income taxes of $453 for the twelve-week period ended January 24, 2025, related to federal and state taxes, based on the Company’s expected annual effective tax rate. The effective income tax rate differed from the applicable mixed statutory rate of approximately 26.4% due to non-deductible meals and entertainment, non-taxable gains and losses on life insurance policies, and state income taxes.
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We recorded a benefit on income taxes of $1,190 for the twelve-week period ended April 17, 2026, and a benefit on income taxes of $915 for the twelve-week period ended April 18, 2025, related to federal and state taxes, based on the Company’s expected annual effective tax rate. The effective income tax rate differed from the applicable mixed statutory rate of approximately 26.4% due to non-deductible meals and entertainment, non-taxable gains and losses on life insurance policies, and state income taxes.
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Net sales increased by $2,767 (5.3%) to $55,312 in the first twelve-week period of the 2026 fiscal year compared to the same twelve-week period in fiscal year 2025. The changes in net sales were comprised as follows:
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Net sales increased by $2,172 (2.1%) to $105,356 in the twenty-four-week period of the 2026 fiscal year compared to the same twenty-four-week period in fiscal year 2025. The changes in net sales were comprised as follows:
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The provision for credit losses on accounts receivable was lower for the twelve weeks ended January 23, 2026 as the comparative period ended January 24, 2025 had credit losses related to the bankruptcy filing of one of our customers, in the amount of $364, which did not recur. Outside consulting costs have increased due to higher advisory services including cost analysis and reduction assistance. None of the changes individually or as a group of expenses in “Other SG&A” were significant enough to merit separate disclosure. The major components comprising the increase of “Other SG&A” expenses were higher repairs and maintenance and higher insurance partially offset by lower wages and bonuses.
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The provision for credit losses on accounts receivable was lower for the twenty-four weeks ended April 17, 2026 as the comparative period ended April 18, 2025 had credit losses related to the bankruptcy filing of one of our customers, in the amount of $364, which did not recur. Outside consulting costs have increased due to higher advisory services including cost analysis and reduction assistance. Vehicle repairs increased due to maintenance costs for direct store delivery vehicles. Insurance costs increased due to higher annual premiums. Healthcare costs increased as a result of higher premiums and increased claims activity. Wages and bonuses, storage units and travel expenses all decreased due to the ongoing reorganization of our direct store delivery system. None of the changes individually or as a group of expenses in “Other SG&A” were significant enough to merit separate disclosure. The major components comprising the decrease of “Other SG&A” were lower office equipment expenses, decreased legal fees and recovery of sales taxes.
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SG&A expenses in the Frozen Food Products segment decreased by $363 (10.8%) to $3,007 in the first twelve-week period of fiscal year 2026 compared to the same twelve-week period in the prior fiscal year. The overall decrease in SG&A expenses was due to a decrease in product advertising, including broker commission and recovery of sales taxes.
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SG&A expenses in the Frozen Food Products segment decreased by $319 (4.9%) to $6,252 in the twenty-four-week period of fiscal year 2026 compared to the same twenty-four-week period in the prior fiscal year. The overall decrease in SG&A expenses was mostly due to a decrease in product advertising, including broker commission.
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SG&A expenses in the Snack Food Products segment increased by $66 (0.6%) to $11,609 in the first twelve-week period of fiscal year 2026 compared to the same twelve-week period in the prior fiscal year. Most of the increase was due to higher labor commission and outside consultants, partially offset by decreased provisions for credit losses on accounts receivable.
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SG&A expenses in the Snack Food Products segment increased by $387 (1.7%) to $23,014 in the twenty-four-week period of fiscal year 2026 compared to the same twenty-four-week period in the prior fiscal year. Most of the increase was due to higher vehicle repair costs, insurance premiums and outside consultants, partially offset by decreased provisions for credit losses on accounts receivable.
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The principal source of operating cash flows is cash receipts from the sale of our products, net of costs to manufacture, store, market and deliver such products. We evaluate cash and cash equivalents against our borrowing capacity and short-term and long-term investments. We normally fund our operations from cash balances and cash flow generated from operations. Recent losses may necessitate short-term or long-term borrowing to fund inventory purchases to meet customer orders. We are focused on restoring profitability to the Company by driving top-line revenue growth and reducing costs. In line with this focus, the Company has begun production of customer products under private-label arrangements with the goal of increasing product sales volume. Market data indicates that due to higher inflation and rising costs for basic needs, consumers are increasingly turning to private-label products to reduce their expenses. We intend to reorganize our direct-store-delivery route system in response to lower sales volume through that distribution channel, including reducing the number of routes, storage units and vehicles while maintaining superior service to our customers. We are also seeking bids for production materials to drive increased competition among our vendors while maintaining quality inputs at the best possible price.
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The principal source of operating cash flows is cash receipts from the sale of our products, net of costs to manufacture, store, market and deliver such products. We evaluate cash and cash equivalents against our borrowing capacity and short-term and long-term investments. We normally fund our operations from cash balances and cash flow generated from operations. Recent losses may necessitate short-term or long-term borrowing to fund inventory purchases to meet customer orders. We are focused on restoring profitability to the Company by driving top-line revenue growth and reducing costs. In line with this focus, the Company has begun production of customer products under private-label arrangements with the goal of increasing product sales volume. Market data indicates that due to higher inflation and rising costs for basic needs, consumers are increasingly turning to private-label products to reduce their expenses. We are reorganizing our direct-store-delivery route system in response to lower sales volume through that distribution channel, including reducing the number of routes, storage units and vehicles while maintaining superior service to our customers. We are also seeking bids for production materials to drive increased competition among our vendors while maintaining quality inputs at the best possible price.
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We have implemented multiple price increases on our products to help offset some of the higher costs for meat commodities and other expenses, and we are focused on reducing selling, general and administrative expenses. Certain factors including but not limited to increased commodity costs, tariffs, the willingness of customers to accept price increases and inflation of input costs, to name a few, may cause future outcomes to differ materially from those foreseen in forward-looking statements. As of January 23, 2026, we had $1,131 of current debt on equipment loans, $41,195 of net working capital and $5,500 available under our revolving credit facility with Wells Fargo described below.
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We have implemented multiple price increases on our products to help offset some of the higher costs for meat commodities and other expenses, and we are focused on reducing selling, general and administrative expenses. Certain factors including but not limited to increased commodity costs, tariffs, the willingness of customers to accept price increases and inflation of input costs, to name a few, may cause future outcomes to differ materially from those foreseen in forward-looking statements. As of April 17, 2026, we had $1,960 of current debt on equipment loans, $37,423 of net working capital and $4,250 available under our revolving credit facility with Wells Fargo described below.
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Cash flows from operating activities for the twelve weeks ended:
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Cash flows from operating activities for the twenty-four weeks ended:
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For the twelve weeks ended January 23, 2026, net cash provided by operating activities was $4,269, which was $8,873 more cash provided than during the same period in fiscal year 2025. The increase in net cash provided by operating activities primarily relates to a decrease of inventory of $4,459, and a decrease of accounts receivable of $1,893, partially offset by an increase in prepaid expense and other current assets of $1,578. During the twelve-week period ended January 23, 2026, we did not contribute towards our defined benefit pension plan. Plan funding strategies may be adjusted depending upon economic conditions, investment options, tax deductibility, or recent legislative changes in funding requirements.
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For the twenty-four weeks ended April 17, 2026, net cash used in operating activities was $1,813, which was $3,613 less cash used than during the same period in fiscal year 2025. The decrease in net cash used in operating activities primarily relates to a decrease in promotional allowance of $614, and a decrease of accounts receivable of $1,815, partially offset by an increase in inventories of $1,467. During the twenty-four-week period ended April 17, 2026, we did not contribute towards our defined benefit pension plan. Plan funding strategies may be adjusted depending upon economic conditions, investment options, tax deductibility, or recent legislative changes in funding requirements.
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Our cash conversion cycle (defined as days of inventory and trade receivables less days of trade payables outstanding) was equal to 64 days for the twelve-week period ended January 23, 2026. The decrease in the cash conversion cycle from 74 days to 64 days for the twelve-week period ended January 24, 2025, was caused by acceleration of select trade receivables from customers at a discount.
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Our cash conversion cycle (defined as days of inventory and trade receivables less days of trade payables outstanding) was equal to 98 days for the twenty-four-week period ended April 17, 2026. The increase in the cash conversion cycle from 74 days to 98 days for the twenty-four-week period ended April 18, 2025, was caused by an increase in inventory.
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Cash flows from investing activities for the twelve weeks ended:
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Cash flows from investing activities for the twenty-four weeks ended:
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The table below highlights additions to property, plant and equipment for the twelve weeks ended:
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The table below highlights additions to property, plant and equipment for the twenty-four weeks ended:
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Cash flows from financing activities for the twelve weeks ended:
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Cash flows from financing activities for the twenty-four weeks ended:
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On July 23, 2025, we entered into an amended and restated credit agreement dated November 30, 2024, with Wells Fargo that amends, restates and supersedes our existing credit agreement with Wells Fargo that was set to expire by its terms on November 30, 2025. Under the terms of the amended and restated credit agreement and the associated revolving line of credit note, we may borrow up to $7,500 from time to time until July 31, 2026, at an interest rate equal to (a) the daily simple secured overnight financing rate plus 2.5%, or if unavailable, (b) the prime rate, in each case as determined by the bank. The revolving credit facility has an unused commitment fee of 0.35% of the available loan amount, payable on a quarterly basis. We borrowed $2,000 on May 20, 2025, which remained outstanding as of January 23, 2026. Amounts may be repaid and reborrowed during the term of the note. Accrued interest is payable on the first day of each month and the outstanding principal balance and remaining interest are due and payable on July 31, 2026. As of January 23, 2026, the Company was in violation of the net income covenant of the amended and restated credit agreement. Wells Fargo waived this breach by letter dated March 2, 2026. The Company is otherwise in compliance with all other covenants under the amended and restated credit agreement, and we expect to remain in compliance for the remainder of fiscal year 2026. If we are unable to meet the financial covenant requirements of the amended and restated credit agreement, it may impact our liquidity. Refer to Note 6 – Equipment Notes Payable and Financial Arrangements to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements included within this Report for further information.
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On July 23, 2025, we entered into an amended and restated credit agreement dated November 30, 2024, with Wells Fargo that amends, restates and supersedes our existing credit agreement with Wells Fargo that was set to expire by its terms on November 30, 2025. Under the terms of the amended and restated credit agreement and the associated revolving line of credit note, we may borrow up to $7,500 from time to time until July 31, 2026, at an interest rate equal to (a) the daily simple secured overnight financing rate plus 2.5%, or if unavailable, (b) the prime rate, in each case as determined by the bank. The revolving credit facility has an unused commitment fee of 0.35% of the available loan amount, payable on a quarterly basis. Amounts may be repaid and reborrowed during the term of the note. Accrued interest is payable on the first day of each month and the outstanding principal balance and remaining interest are due and payable on July 31, 2026. As of April 17, 2026, the Company was in violation of the net income covenant and the quick ratio covenant of the amended and restated credit agreement. Wells Fargo waived these breaches by letter dated May 28, 2026. The Company is otherwise in compliance with all other covenants under the amended and restated credit agreement, and we expect to remain in compliance for the remainder of fiscal year 2026. If we are unable to meet the financial covenant requirements of the amended and restated credit agreement, it may impact our liquidity. Refer to Note 6 – Equipment Notes Payable and Financial Arrangements to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements included within this Report for further information.
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On December 26, 2018, we entered into a master collateral loan and security agreement with Wells Fargo Bank (the “Original Wells Fargo Loan Agreement”) for up to $15,000 in equipment financing which was amended and expanded as detailed below. We subsequently entered into additional master collateral loan and security agreements with Wells Fargo Bank on each of April 18, 2019, December 19, 2019, March 5, 2020, and April 17, 2020 (the Original Wells Fargo Loan Agreement and the subsequent agreements collectively referred to as the “Wells Fargo Loan Agreements”).
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On February 19, 2026, we entered into a master equipment lease agreement with First National Capital (“FNC”) for $2,000 in equipment financing. On December 26, 2018, we entered into a master collateral loan and security agreement with Wells Fargo Bank (the “Original Wells Fargo Loan Agreement”) for up to $15,000 in equipment financing which was amended and expanded as detailed below. We subsequently entered into additional master collateral loan and security agreements with Wells Fargo Bank on each of April 18, 2019, December 19, 2019, March 5, 2020, and April 17, 2020 (the Original Wells Fargo Loan Agreement and the subsequent agreements collectively referred to as the “Wells Fargo Loan Agreements”).
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The following table reflects major components of our revolving credit facility and equipment note payable as of January 23, 2026, and October 31, 2025, respectively.
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The following table reflects major components of our revolving credit facility and equipment notes payable as of April 17, 2026, and October 31, 2025, respectively.
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The table below shows customers that accounted for more than 20% of consolidated AR or 10% of consolidated sales for the twenty-four weeks ended April 17, 2026, and April 18, 2025, respectively.
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Repairs and maintenance have increased due to a large spiral freezer repair in the Frozen Food Products segment. Insurance costs have increased due to market pressure from insurance companies. Outside consulting costs have increased due to higher advisory services including cost analysis and reduction assistance. Storage unit costs have decreased due to a reorganization of our direct store delivery system. Healthcare costs have increased due to higher health insurance claims and premiums. None of the changes individually or as a group of expenses in “Other SG&A” were significant enough to merit separate disclosure. The major components comprising the decrease of “Other SG&A” were lower wage and bonus expenses and reduced travel expenses partially offset by higher product advertising and fleet expenses.
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Net Sales-Frozen Food Products Segment
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The decrease in net sales for the twenty-four-week period ended April 17, 2026, primarily relates to a lower selling price per pound due to changes in product mix and to a lesser extent, a lower unit volume. Returns activity decreased compared to the same twenty-four-week period in the 2025 fiscal year. Promotional activity was both lower in absolute dollars and as a percentage of sales.
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Net Sales-Snack Food Products Segment
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Net sales of snack food products increased due to higher selling prices per pound despite lower unit sales volume in pounds during the second quarter of fiscal year 2026. Price increases implemented during the prior fiscal year have been partially successful in combatting the margin reductions we saw from unprecedented commodity price increases during the preceding twenty-four months. Returns activity increased compared to the same twelve-week period in the 2025 fiscal year due to non-recurring shifts in product mix. As we transition to higher margin items returns for lower margin items were temporarily elevated to accommodate the product change. Promotional activity was also lower in both absolute dollars and as a percentage of sales compared to the same twenty-four-week period in fiscal year 2025.
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Cost of Products Sold and Gross Margin-Consolidated
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Cost of Products Sold and Gross Margin-Frozen Food Products Segment
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Cost of products sold in the Frozen Food Products segment increased by $415 (2.0%) to $20,869 in the twenty-four-week period of the 2026 fiscal year compared to the same twenty-four-week period in fiscal year 2025. The cost of purchased flour decreased by approximately $181 based on global economic conditions in the twenty-four-week period of fiscal year 2026 compared to the same twenty-four-week period in fiscal year 2025. The gross margin decreased to 24.0% in the twenty-four-weeks of fiscal year 2026 compared to 26.5% in the same twenty-four-week period in fiscal year 2025 due to higher gross overhead. Gross overhead increased as a result of higher healthcare expenses, temporary labor costs and repairs and maintenance on buildings and processing equipment.
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Cost of Products Sold and Gross Margin-Snack Food Products Segment
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Cost of products sold in the Snack Food Products segment increased by $3,563 (6.1%) to $62,337 in the twenty-four-week period of the 2026 fiscal year compared to the same twenty-four-week period in fiscal year 2025 due to higher meat commodity costs. The cost of meat commodities increased by approximately $5,405 due to a limited supply of cattle ready for market and other unfavorable market conditions (including inflation and tariffs) in the twenty-four-week period of fiscal year 2026 compared to the same period in fiscal year 2025. The gross margin decreased slightly to 20.0% in the twenty-four-weeks of fiscal year 2026 compared to 22.0% in the same twenty-four-week period in fiscal year 2025. We maintain a net realizable reserve of $440 on products as of April 17, 2026, after determining that the market value on some meat products could not cover the costs associated with completion and sale of the product.
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Selling, General and Administrative Expenses-Consolidated
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Selling, general and administrative expenses (“SG&A”) increased by $68 (0.2%) to $29,266 in the twenty-four-week period of fiscal year 2026 compared to the same twenty-four-week period in the prior fiscal year. The table below summarizes the significant expense increases (decreases) included in this category:
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Selling, General and Administrative Expenses-Frozen Food Products Segment
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Selling, General and Administrative Expenses-Snack Food Products Segment
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Income tax for the twenty-four weeks ended April 17, 2026, and April 18, 2025, was as follows:
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We recorded a benefit on income taxes of $1,435 for the twenty-four-week period ended April 17, 2026, and a benefit on income taxes of $1,368 for the twenty-four-week period ended April 18, 2025, related to federal and state taxes, based on the Company’s expected annual effective tax rate. The effective income tax rate differed from the applicable mixed statutory rate of approximately 26.4% due to non-deductible meals and entertainment, non-taxable gains and losses on life insurance policies, and state income taxes.