Thanks for the interest in Popcorn Indiana! While the name suggests a start in small-town Indiana, the real story is a bit more complex. Though corn is still sourced from Indiana, the company actually calls other parts of the Midwest home. Here’s how a company in Ohio came to own the Popcorn Indiana brand.
Popcorn Indiana was initially founded by a team from the Northeast and named after the small town of Popcorn, Indiana. The goal was to embody the small Midwestern spirit of its namesake. Over time, the brand expanded with products like Granola Popcorn Clusters and Chipins.
In 2017, Eagle Foods, based in Cleveland, OH, acquired Popcorn Indiana. Though not the original owners, this group of Midwestern popcorn enthusiasts took pride in crafting delicious popcorn. The company moved from three co-manufactured facilities to one owned and operated facility in Waukegan, IL.
In 2020, a new packaging design was introduced to highlight the real ingredients like real butter and Wisconsin aged white cheddar. However, the modern design strayed too far from the nostalgic look and simple, small-town Midwestern spirit that people loved.
So, the brand refocused, rediscovered its heart, and realized it’s not just about Indiana, but the entire Midwest. The heartland is where tall corn stalks grow and fresh, delicious popcorn is made daily. This is where the team of popcorn lovers calls home.
Popcorn Indiana might not be Indiana-exclusive, but it proudly hails from the heartland— and that is the story of the brand. We’re Popcorn Indiana, delivering delicious popcorn fresh from the heartland.
