Welcome to Bronson Locker

We are a diamond in the rough right off highway 54. We have been in business since 1966, and we hang our hat on continuing our trade. Every small town had lockers to store meat, and now very few small towns were able to sustain and keep their locker plants open. This is because inspection came through and many people were already elderly and did not want to implement the major change inspection required. However, Chub and Helen knew at that time in order to progress with the times and to secure their future in the meat industry. Because of this decision we are now a USDA (federal) meat locker.  Therefore, we have over 50 years of experience and we are four generations strong in the meat processing and butchering industry. We also do a variety of smoked and retail specialty items. We do all our curing and smoking in house! 

Chub's dad, Ted, being the first generation started this family in the trade of butchering. This knowledge was passed on to Chub, Ted's son. Chub and Helen, Chub's wife, eventfully purchased the Bronson Locker and they have expanded it into what it is today. They have two sons that have jobs in the meat industry as well, and a daughter, Amber Ericson who is a retired fourth grade teacher who works at the locker alongside her oldest son, Garret. This locker has blessed many people and family along the way. Garret Ericson, Chub and Helen's grandson, and his wife Mandie have been managing it for the last 7 years and have high hopes to keep expanding and growing their business. The main goal is to continue to do honest and quality processing for many more years to come.  Another primary objective is to continue to advocate for locally produced meats, and to know where your meats come from.  Needless to say, the importance of agriculture in this community is vital. Promoting locally sourced beef and pork, from farm to table, is something we are all passionate about here at 504 clay street!