A specific brand of cured pork product is offered for sale at a major retail corporation. This product represents a commercially available food item produced in Kentucky and distributed through national channels. The availability of this product at this retail location signifies a distribution agreement between the producer and the retailer.
The significance of such a product lies in its accessibility to a wide consumer base. The partnership between a regional food producer and a large retailer can benefit both entities by expanding market reach and providing consumers with a familiar and accessible product. Historically, regional food items gaining national distribution represent a key aspect of the food industry’s evolution.