Livestock Markets success
A rich history of client success in meat procurement, market intelligence and risk management solutions.
The History of J.S. Ferraro
Founded in 1988 in Guelph, Ontario, by John Ferraro, J.S. Ferraro (formerly Retail Ready Foods Inc.) began as meat distributor for underserviced independent retailers leveraging the Canada-US price differential.
Over the years, the company grew to service value added processors, HRSIs, and major retail chains across North and South America, and was the first licensed distributor of Certified Angus Beef in Canada. Continuing its history of firsts, J.S. Ferraro (as Retail Ready) successfully launched major protein brands available within retail, like 44th Street and LiberTerre, our own protein brand, helping customers enjoy a superior taste experience. LiberTerre is committed to offering antibiotic free, fresh meat proteins for processors, food service operators and retailers within Canada, the U.S. and internationally.
Today, J.S. Ferraro leverages its experience in livestock markets, data modelling and analytics expertise to offer an unparalleled wealth of market knowledge. We help farmers, packers, retailers, processors and HRSIs confidently navigate their procurement needs through market intelligence risk management and customized meat procurement solutions.
As the industry evolves, from the increasing focus on global food-security and corporate business sustainability practices, to technological advances changing how business is done, J.S. Ferraro continues to evolve with it. We are passionate about pioneering the future of meat and livestock risk management. We give our customers farm to fork pricing visilibility.
Company Timeline
2023
Retail Ready Foods Inc. is reestablished as the trading and distribution banner under J.S. Ferraro while J.S.F continues to offer timely, accurate and compelling market data and intelligence.
2020
Rebranding of Retail Ready Foods Inc. under the J.S. Ferraro banner, continuing to provide trading, distribution and fulfillment services alongside custom risk management solutions.
2019
Celebrating 30 Years In Business

2018
Market Alerts Launched

Market alerts launch, providing complimentary automated email notifications when new data is out, including daily estimated slaughter, weekly export data and CME index.
Complimentary Market Intelligence Services Launched

2017
Summer Student Program Launches

2016
Headquarters Moves To Toronto

Custom Margin Management Company Launched

Recognized By Canada Pork International

2015
LiberTerre Sponsors The Great Camp Adventure Walk For SickKids

2014
Retail Ready Colombia SAS Opens

2010
LiberTerre Brand

2008
Pilot Project With Sara Lee

2006
44th Street Sold To MacGregors Meat & Seafood

2001
44th Street Brand Launched

1999
Entered The Ready-Made Market

1997
Headquarters Moves To Mississauga

1996
Awarded Top International Volume Distributor For Certified Angus Beef

1993
Certified As First Licensed Retail Distributor Of Certified Angus Beef In Canada

1990
Become Captive Sales Agency for Sherwood Foods

Headquarters Open In Kitchener

1988
Our First Year In Business
