Hillandale Farms began in 1958, when Orland Bethel, who was driving a coal truck in Flushing, OH (just outside Wheeling, WV) changed career paths and started to work for an egg company there. He was so excited about the prospects of this company, that he borrowed money to purchase it, and Hillandale Farms was born. His business began as reselling eggs only.


Over the next few years, Orland expanded further into West Virginia and Pittsburgh. In the 60’s, the business continued to blossom as he began supplying the A&P and Giant/Eagle markets. In addition to adding locations including Iowa and Chicago, he grew the business vertically, by incorporating grading into his offering.