Walmart Expands Angus Beef Operations through Construction of New Production Facility
In a significant step towards building an end-to-end supply chain for Angus beef, Walmart has opened its first-ever owned and operated case-ready beef facility in Olathe, Kansas. This state-of-the-art, 300,000+ square-foot plant processes high-quality Angus beef into case-ready cuts, ready for retail [1][2].
The facility, located in the heart of the city, is expected to create over 600 new jobs directly in Olathe and the surrounding area, providing a significant boost to the local economy. Additionally, it will increase business for local suppliers and service providers [1][2].
The beef is sourced from Sustainable Beef LLC, a Nebraska-based company with cattle raised within a 250-mile radius, supporting a local and transparent supply chain [1][2]. By controlling the processing and packaging stages, Walmart aims to bring more consistency, transparency, and value to customers, ensuring affordable, trusted food products [1][2].
The plant supplies packaged beef directly to Walmart distribution centers to serve stores throughout the Midwest, enhancing supply chain efficiency and regional access to quality Angus beef [1][2]. Kansas Governor Laura Kelly has highlighted this investment as an important step in advancing agricultural innovation and food production within the state [2].
Walmart's commitment to quality and affordability is reflected in its business strategy. The company, which employs approximately 2.1 million associates worldwide, is ranked No. 1 on Progressive Grocer's 2025 list of the top food and consumables retailers in North America [2]. This is a testament to Walmart's success and its ongoing efforts to provide customers with the best possible shopping experience.
The facility's opening is a milestone as it is the first case-ready facility fully owned and operated by Walmart. This move is critical to Walmart's overall strategy, as it aims to deliver more affordable food and quality customers can trust [1][2].
Meanwhile, rival retailer Target is showcasing a new store strategy in Texas, featuring a larger fresh and frozen food and beverage section [3]. As competition in the retail industry continues to heat up, it remains to be seen how these moves will impact the market.
With a global reach including more than 10,750 stores and numerous e-commerce websites in 19 countries, Walmart is well-positioned to continue leading the way in the retail industry [4]. As the company continues to innovate and adapt to changing consumer needs, it will undoubtedly continue to shape the future of retail.
References:
[1] Walmart opens first-ever case-ready beef facility in Kansas - Food Dive (2025) https://www.fooddive.com/news/walmart-opens-first-ever-case-ready-beef-facility-in-kansas/618891/
[2] Walmart beef plant opens in Olathe, Kansas - Meatingplace (2025) https://www.meatingplace.com/news/13060-walmart-beef-plant-opens-in-olathe-kansas
[3] Target rolls out new store strategy in Texas - Supermarket News (2025) https://www.supermarketnews.com/retail-details/target-rolls-out-new-store-strategy-in-texas
[4] Walmart's global reach - Walmart (2025) https://corporate.walmart.com/global-reach
- The new Walmart-owned beef facility in Olathe, Kansas, not only supplies Angus beef for its stores but also stimulates the local economy by creating over 600 jobs and increasing business for local suppliers and service providers.
- Walmart's focus on a local and transparent supply chain for food-and-drink products extends to its new facility, where Angus beef is sourced from a Nebraska-based company with cattle raised within a 250-mile radius.
- With a strategic move towards owning and operating its case-ready beef facility, Walmart aims to offer more competitive prices and trusted food products, leveraging technology and innovation to lead the retail industry and maintain its position as the top food and consumables retailer in North America.
