Introduces the life of H. J. Heinz, who started one of the first companies to make processed food, buying his brothers' food company and renamed it the H.J. Heinz Company in 1888.

Food in packages -- The early years -- Selling vegetables -- Business ideas -- Hard times and a fresh start -- A new kind of factory -- Making good food -- Making food safe to eat -- Spreading the word -- Success in business -- Helping others -- The later years -- Learning more about H.J. Heinz.