J.R. Simplot Food Group is a subsidiary of the J. R. Simplot Company, one of the largest privately-held firms in the United States. Founded as a one-man operation more than 70 years ago, the J.R. Simplot Company has grown into a global food and agribusiness conglomerate with products that are sold in all 50 states and many foreign countries. Simplot Food Group provides food service professionals with frozen food service. The company provides product information, including nutritionals and bilingual preparation instructions. Customers can also access new menu and recipe ideas, merchandising and promotional programs on the Simplot Web site. Simplot Food Group is based in Boise, Idaho.