Founded in 1938, N.K. Hurst is one of the leading packagers of edible dry beans in the United States. Hurst's HamBeens® are the #1 branded dry bean soup in retailer groceries across the country. The company is also a leading distributor in the midwest for bulk sugar, sweeteners, and other food ingredients. N.K. Hurst Company is still proudly owned and operated by the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th generations of the family.