Weaver Popcorn Company
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Food manufacturing |
| Founded | 1928 |
| Founder | Ira E. Weaver |
| Headquarters | Van Buren, Indiana , United States |
| Products | Popcorn products (microwave popcorn, concession popcorn, pre-popped popcorn) |
| Website | www |
The Weaver Popcorn Company, based in Van Buren, Indiana, is recognized as one of the leading popcorn manufacturers within the United States.
History
Founded in 1928 by Ira E. Weaver, whose descendants still oversee the enterprise, Weaver Popcorn is involved in the cultivation, production, packaging, and global distribution of a diverse selection of popcorn products. Its customer base comprises international retail chains, concession operators, and distributors. In 2007, Weaver made history by being the pioneer in removing diacetyl, a debated butter flavoring agent, from its Pop Weaver microwave popcorn offerings.
Pop Weaver
The company incorporates canola oil throughout its product lineup. Available microwave popcorn flavors include Butter, Light Butter, Extra Butter, Kettle Corn, Caramel, Cinnamon Roll, Jalapeño Cheddar, and Parmesan and Herb. For concession stands, flavors offered include Weaver Gold, Caramel & Sweet, Premium Hybrid Yellow, Candy Cane, Almond, and chocolate-coated selections. Pre-popped varieties feature Caramel Corn with Peanuts and a Dash of Salt.
Trail's End
Trail's End is a fundraising popcorn brand distributed by Scouting America. The flavor assortment changes yearly but frequently includes Caramel Corn, Butter Light (microwave), Unbelievable Butter (microwave), Kettle Corn (microwave), Caramel Corn with Almonds & Pecans, Butter Toffee Caramel Corn, Salted Caramel Corn, White Cheddar Cheese, Cheddar Cheese, Jalapeño Cheddar, Cheese Lover's Collection, Sweet and Savory Collection, and Popping Corn. Chocolate products consist of Chocolatey Peanut Clusters and Chocolatey Caramel Crunch. Buyers can also contribute to supporting U.S. military personnel and first responders; Trail's End supplies popcorn to service members both domestically and internationally. Nearly 70% of proceeds and donations directly benefit Scouting initiatives.