Lakeside Foods is a Wisconsin-based food producer with a heritage dating back to 1887. Specializing in canned and frozen vegetables, soups, and ready-to-eat meals, Lakeside serves both retail and foodservice markets across North America. With a focus on quality, safety, and sustainability, the company prides itself on long-standing partnerships and a commitment to nourishing communities with farm-fresh products.
OUR PLAn
Wisconsin Roots, Aligned Vision
Lakeside Foods and Bison USA both call Wisconsin home. With deep roots in the region, we offer responsive, locally grounded service.
Legacy Built to Last
Lakeside’s 135+ year history mirrors Bison’s long-term focus. Founded in 1969 and expanded into the U.S. in 2005, Bison is a partner built for the long haul—not just the next load.
Shared Commitment to Safety
Safety is at the core of both our organizations. Bison has earned multiple North American safety awards and leads the industry in fleet safety and driver training.
Asset-Based and Scalable
With 3,000+ tractors and 10,000 trailers, Bison provides the asset-backed capacity Lakeside prefers—flexible, stable, and reliable.
Service that Performs
We consistently deliver 95%+ on-time with a claims ratio under 0.2%. Bison brings the reliability and communication Lakeside expects from a true logistics partner.
meet your dream team
Unlock your supply chain potential
At its core, Bison’s Dedicated Service encompasses our commitment to be your comprehensive carrier network on-site. This allows Bison’s Drivers and on-site managers to become extremely familiar with all of your needs including routes, schedules, and designated locations. When done correctly, Bison’s Dedicated Service results in multi-year contracts, minimal turnover and solid financial results. It’s the perfect solution for both customers and Drivers looking for value, consistency, and relationship building. Experience the difference with Bison’s Dedicated Service and unlock your business’s logistical capabilities!
Dedicated fleet
Dedicated support
» Your private fleet - specialized to suit your needs
✓ Long-Haul
✓ Dry Van
✓ Temperature Controlled
✓ Expedited
LEADERS IN SOLUTIONS
As North America's most trusted transportation company, Bison prides itself in a complete suite of services. From truckload and LTL, to intermodal and logistics solutions - this variety allows Bison to meet the diverse needs of its customers.
» Intermodal Solutions: Going intermodal means leveraging your delivery date flexibility to save on costs down the line, all while reducing your carbon footprint.
» Sustainability: Bison's 2035 Sustainability goal is to reduce our Greenhouse Gas Emissions by 50%. This is not just a number; it represents our dedication to our community and commitment to creating a healthier environment for future generations. See how here.
AWARD WINNING SAFETY
» Bison Transport champions safety as North America's Safest Fleet. Decades of hard-earned safety awards and recognitions are the result of a commitment to empowering our people to put safety at the forefront mile after mile.
investing
in the future
» Bison is consistently, and actively investing in an actionable ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) Framework to make the transportation industry more sustainable in the long-haul.
This means taking actions such as improving fuel efficiency while reducing GHG Emissions - in turn minimizing the carbon footprint of your shipment.
