MASSILLON, Ohio — The name "Sugardale" has been synonymous with delicious meat products for over a century. The Stark County-based company, a division of Fresh Mark, is well known for its hot dogs, bacon, ham, and bologna.
However, the bologna era at Sugardale is coming to an end. The company says it is discontinuing its line of bologna products, including Cleveland bologna and Leona bologna.
"The decision to exit the bologna category, made in late 2021, was a difficult one that reflects the need for us to focus on the items that appeal to the greatest number of consumers," company spokesman Rob Hite told 3News in an email. "We are proud of our heritage in bologna and appreciate the loyalty our customers showed over many years."
Sugardale, which celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2020, has made its mark all over Northeast Ohio, including the hot dogs that we all enjoy at Progressive Field.
"At Sugardale we are proud of our diverse portfolio of meats across categories including bacon, ham, dry sausage, sliced meats and hot dogs," Hite added. "We are always evaluating the connection our products make with customers and how they fit with consumer eating trends. Our focus at Sugardale will continue to be producing high quality, great tasting meats for people to enjoy."
But for the foreseeable future, bologna will not be one of those great tasting meats.
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