RyKrisp No More: ConAgra Will Close Minneapolis Cracker Factory

ConAgra foods is shutting a factory in Southeast Minneapolis that was the one and only maker of RyKrisps, a cracker that was invented in Minnesota a century ago.
The Pioneer Press reports on the move by Omaha, Neb.-based RyKrisp, which affect about 15 jobs. Some will retire; others may move to jobs at ConAgra's other Twin Cities facilities.
For RyKrisp, though, it's the end of the line. A company spokesman said ConAgra won't produce the crackers anymore, citing low demand.

The Minnesota Historical Society's been keeping track of the cracker's history, which dates back to 1904 (or thereabouts; there are a couple stories out there, apparently). It was the work of Scandinavian immigrant Arvid Peterson, who gave an American-sounding name to the Swedish-style hard cracker. It was bought by Ralston Purina Cos. of St. Louis and became a staple for dieters during the 1940s; ConAgra bought the cracker line, along with RalCorp., in 2012.

My wife and grew up eating RyKrisp. I thought they had ended production years ago. I may have to see if we can find some before there all gone. The cold has returned to MN the land of brown fields and no snow.

Stay Vigilant, and Warm.