The Alderfer Bologna Company and developed the secret recipe for natural wood smoked, tangy marinated Lebanon Bologna—a sought after product still today. In 1935, Lewis M. Alderfer broke off from his brother, Melvin, and formed The Harleysville Bologna Company in a barn with a dirt floor located at 382 Main Street., Harleysville, PA.

For over 85 years, Alderfer has been committed to excellence and has safeguarded the tradition of making natural wood smoked, slowly cured, hand-trimmed premium products from fresh meats for an exquisite old-fashioned flavor. With product line extensions, geographical market expansion, and an insistence on continuing excellence, the Alderfer team vows to carry on the legacy started by Lewis Alderfer as he drove his premium products to the doorsteps in and around the Harleysville area.