Tag: Ralston purina

In 1994, the well-known Ralston Purina conglomerate spun off its human food business, marking the beginning of the end for the brand's iconic consumer-facing cereal products. So, what happened to Ralston cereal in the USA, and why did it vanish from American grocery store shelves?

Originally launched by the Robinson-Danforth Commission Company in the late 1890s, the classic Ralston hot cereal was primarily made from 100% whole grain wheat. This simple yet hearty concoction defined morning meals for generations before its eventual fade from supermarket shelves.