About Norbest

Who We Are

We are ranching families working together to produce quality turkey products. We value hard work and take pride in bringing wholesome products to the world’s table. We believe all families deserve the same great taste and quality that we put on our tables.

What We Do

We are committed to producing the highest quality turkey and turkey products available and providing independent grocers, grocery chains, restaurants, specialty purveyors, and other food suppliers with exceptional turkey products.

Our Promise

We are dedicated to its employees, their safety and career opportunities; to the community; to operational excellence; to organizational and environmental sustainability; and to purposefully planned domestic and international growth.

Our Products

Products for every application, every daypart.

As a foodservice professional, where do you go for the best-quality?

How about the world’s premier producer of turkey products for over 75 years? Norbest.

Norbest whole ranch raised turkeys

Whole Turkeys

Norbest Has The Whole Bird Covered
Norbest Ranch-Raised Whole Turkeys come in Natural, Basted, and Fully Cooked birds for a perfect fit for any occasion.

Norbest Turkey Breasts and Roasts

Turkey Breasts and Roasts

Our selection of Turkey Breasts and Roasts are ready-made for a quick healthy dinner, thickly sliced sandwiches, and other tempting menu items.

Norbest ground turkey ranch raised turkeys

Ground Turkey

Tray Pack & Ground Turkey Chubs
Norbest’s all-natural, refrigerated ground turkey product line offers retail customers several convenient, flavorful alternatives.

Norbest deli turkey ranch raised turkeys

Deli Turkey

Norbest offers a complete line of delicious deli products. From sandwiches to party trays, Norbest turkey is a deli favorite.

Gift Certificates

Norbest Turkey Gift Certificates

A Thoughtful Gift For Any Occasion

Meaningful, convenient, and affordable. Turkey gift certificates are ideal for employee appreciation or for showing someone you care.

A turkey, ham or veggie gift certificate entitles the holder to any of the three items up to a specific dollar amount.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Many people will not be able to notice any difference in flavor or quality. However, refrigerated turkeys may be more convenient since they do not require thawing. Whether frozen or refrigerated, all Norbest turkeys are Satisfaction Guaranteed.

Confused about the terms “Fresh”, “Frozen”, and “Refrigerated”? Go to “Fresh” Regulations for facts about USDA regulations and how Norbest relates to them.

You can determine when your turkey was processed by establishing when the Julian date is. The Julian date can be found on your turkey’s weight tag. There is a 9-digit number. The number placement 4-7 is the Julian date, with the 7th digit being the year and the main number to focus on. For example, the 9-digit number is 021123200, we want digits 4-7 spots, 1232. 123 is the Julian day, the 123rd day of the year. The 2 is the processing year, so 2012.

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Turkey Cooking Times

When selecting a turkey to serve to a group, estimate 1.5 pounds per person. For example, if you are serving a group of 10 people, choose a bird that is 15 to 20 pounds. If you choose a smaller bird that weighs less than 12 pounds, those birds have a smaller meat-to-bone ratio, so calculate two pounds per person.

Fresh or Thawed Turkey
Oven Temperature 325°F / 163°C

WEIGHT COOK TIME
UNSTUFFED
COOK TIME
STUFFED
6 - 7 lbs 2 - 2½ hrs 2¼ - 2¾ hrs
7 - 10 lbs 2½ - 3 hrs 2¾ - 3½ hrs
10 - 18 lbs 3 - 3½ hrs 3¾ - 4½ hrs
18 - 22 lbs 3½ - 4 hrs 4½ - 5 hrs
22 - 24 lbs 4 - 4½ hrs 5 - 5½ hrs
24 - 30 lbs 4½ - 5 hrs 5½ - 6¼ hrs