Stan and Gladys Friesen really know how to turn lemons into lemonade. Stan was working on an ethanol fuel recipe in the Friesens’  kitchen when the corn he was cooking suddenly exploded! The result of the ethanol experiment gone awry is Gladcorn, a crunchy corn snack that is a cross between corn nuts and popcorn that is one of most popular products!

Stan & Gladys have been farming near Mountain Lake, MN for over 30 years, growing corn and soybeans, much like Stan’s father before him.  Stan’s desire to live independent from as many outside energy sources as possible led him to the experiment that became Gladcorn. We admire their independent spirit and inventive nature, and are proud to bring you their delicious products. Thank-you, Stan and Gladys!