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{{Infobox company
| name = Gerber Products Company
| logo =
| type = Subsidiary
| industry = [[Baby food]]
| founded = 1927
| founder = [[Daniel Frank Gerber]]
| headquarters = [[Arlington, Virginia]], [[United States]]
| area_served = Worldwide
| key_people =
| products = [[Baby food]], [[Infant formula]]
| parent = [[Nestlé]]
}}


[[File:Gerber logo.svg|thumb|right|The Gerber logo]]
'''Gerber Products Company''' is a major [[American]] manufacturer of [[baby food]] and [[baby products]]. Founded in 1927 by [[Daniel Frank Gerber]], the company is headquartered in [[Arlington, Virginia]]. Gerber is a subsidiary of the [[Swiss]] multinational [[Nestlé]].


'''Gerber Products Company''' is an American purveyor of baby food and baby products. Founded in 1927 in [[Fremont, Michigan]], Gerber is a subsidiary of [[Nestlé Group]]. The company is known for its iconic "Gerber Baby" logo and its wide range of baby food products.
== History ==
The company was founded by [[Daniel Frank Gerber]] in 1927 in [[Fremont, Michigan]]. Gerber's initial product line included strained peas, prunes, carrots, and spinach. The idea for the business came from Gerber's wife, Dorothy, who began making hand-strained food for their daughter, Sally. Recognizing the potential market, Gerber began mass-producing baby food.


== History ==
In 1994, Gerber merged with [[Sandoz Laboratories]], which later became part of [[Novartis]]. In 2007, Gerber was acquired by [[Nestlé]], a leading global nutrition, health, and wellness company.
Gerber was founded by [[Daniel Frank Gerber]], who was inspired to start the company after his wife, Dorothy, began making hand-strained food for their seven-month-old daughter, Sally. Recognizing the potential for a mass-market product, Gerber began producing strained baby food in 1928. The company quickly grew, becoming a household name in the United States.


== Products ==
== Products ==
Gerber offers a variety of products designed for infants and toddlers, including:
Gerber offers a wide range of [[baby food]] products, including cereals, purees, and snacks. The company also produces [[infant formula]] and other nutritional products for infants and toddlers. Gerber's products are designed to meet the nutritional needs of children at various stages of development.


* Baby food (purees, cereals, snacks)
== Research and Development ==
* Formula
Gerber is committed to [[research and development]] in the field of infant nutrition. The company collaborates with [[pediatricians]], [[nutritionists]], and [[scientists]] to ensure that its products meet the highest standards of quality and safety.
* Toddler meals
* Baby care products (bottles, pacifiers, utensils)


== The Gerber Baby ==
== Marketing ==
The "Gerber Baby" is one of the most recognizable logos in the world. The original sketch was submitted by artist Dorothy Hope Smith in 1928 and was based on a neighbor's baby, Ann Turner Cook. The image has remained largely unchanged since its inception.
Gerber is known for its iconic "[[Gerber Baby]]" logo, which has been a symbol of the brand since 1928. The company uses various marketing strategies to promote its products, including partnerships with healthcare professionals and educational campaigns for parents.


== Corporate Structure ==
== See also ==
Gerber is a subsidiary of the [[Nestlé Group]], which acquired the company in 2007. The acquisition allowed Gerber to expand its product line and reach a global market.
 
== Manufacturing and Quality Control ==
Gerber operates several manufacturing facilities in the United States and adheres to strict quality control measures to ensure the safety and nutritional value of its products. The company is committed to sustainability and sources many of its ingredients from local farms.
 
== Community Involvement ==
Gerber is involved in various community initiatives, including nutrition education programs and partnerships with healthcare providers to promote infant health and wellness.
 
== See Also ==
* [[Nestlé]]
* [[Nestlé]]
* [[Baby food]]
* [[Baby food]]
* [[Infant formula]]
* [[Infant formula]]
* [[Fremont, Michigan]]


== References ==
== References ==
{{Reflist}}
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== External Links ==
== External links ==
{{Commons category|Gerber Products Company}}
* [Official website](https://www.gerber.com)
 
{{Nestlé}}


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[[Category:Baby food manufacturers]]
[[Category:Companies established in 1927]]
[[Category:Companies established in 1927]]
[[Category:Companies based in Arlington, Virginia]]
[[Category:Nestlé brands]]
[[Category:Nestlé brands]]
[[Category:Companies based in Michigan]]
[[Category:American subsidiaries of foreign companies]]
[[Category:American brands]]
== Gerber Products Company ==
 
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Latest revision as of 01:02, 27 February 2025

Gerber Products Company







TypeSubsidiary
IndustryBaby food
ProductsBaby food, Infant formula



Gerber Products Company is a major American manufacturer of baby food and baby products. Founded in 1927 by Daniel Frank Gerber, the company is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia. Gerber is a subsidiary of the Swiss multinational Nestlé.

History[edit]

The company was founded by Daniel Frank Gerber in 1927 in Fremont, Michigan. Gerber's initial product line included strained peas, prunes, carrots, and spinach. The idea for the business came from Gerber's wife, Dorothy, who began making hand-strained food for their daughter, Sally. Recognizing the potential market, Gerber began mass-producing baby food.

In 1994, Gerber merged with Sandoz Laboratories, which later became part of Novartis. In 2007, Gerber was acquired by Nestlé, a leading global nutrition, health, and wellness company.

Products[edit]

Gerber offers a wide range of baby food products, including cereals, purees, and snacks. The company also produces infant formula and other nutritional products for infants and toddlers. Gerber's products are designed to meet the nutritional needs of children at various stages of development.

Research and Development[edit]

Gerber is committed to research and development in the field of infant nutrition. The company collaborates with pediatricians, nutritionists, and scientists to ensure that its products meet the highest standards of quality and safety.

Marketing[edit]

Gerber is known for its iconic "Gerber Baby" logo, which has been a symbol of the brand since 1928. The company uses various marketing strategies to promote its products, including partnerships with healthcare professionals and educational campaigns for parents.

See also[edit]

References[edit]

<references />

External links[edit]


Nestlé
Divisions
Divested
* BlueTriton Brands (Nestlé Waters North America)
Subsidiaries
Joint ventures
Other assets
* Lactalis-Nestlé Fresh Products (50%)
Brands
* 1 Brand owned by General Mills; Produced by General Mills in the U.S. and Canada. Produced by Cereal Partners under the Nestlé brand elsewhere. 2 Brand owned by General Mills; U.S. and Canadian production rights controlled by Nestlé under license. 3 U.S. production rights owned by The Hershey Company. 4 U.S. rights and production owned by the Smarties Candy Company with a different product. 5 U.S. rights and specific trade dress owned by Nestlé; rights elsewhere owned by Associated British Foods. 6 Produced by Cereal Partners, branded as Nestlé. 7 Brand owned by Post Foods; Produced by Cereal Partners and branded as Nestlé in the U.K. and Ireland. 8 Philippine production rights owned by Alaska Milk Corporation. 9 Singaporean, Malaysian and Thai production rights owned by Fraser and Neave. 10 Used only in Indonesia, Thailand, and Cambodia. 11 Used only in the Philippines. 12 U.S. production rights owned by the Ferrara Candy Company. 13 NA rights and specific trade dress to all packaged coffee and other products under the Starbucks brand owned by Nestlé since 2019. 14 Brand owned by Mars, sold by Nestlé in Canada. 15 Produced by Froneri in the U.S. since 2020.

Gerber Products Company[edit]

  • Dan & Grandkids
    Dan & Grandkids
  • 1940 retail display
    1940 retail display
  • Mothers Club News - 1949
    Mothers Club News - 1949
  • Gerber Products Company Specimen Stock Certificate 1971
    Gerber Products Company Specimen Stock Certificate 1971
  • Gerber oatmeal
    Gerber oatmeal
  • Gerber's Baby Box Food
    Gerber's Baby Box Food
  • Gerber Strained Peas
    Gerber Strained Peas
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