Lakewood, Colorado-based Natural Grocers has expanded its house brand cheese line with five new organic varieties at stores nationwide.
The offerings include three Organic Cheese Blocks (Havarti, Mild and Medium Cheddar), plus Organic Medium Cheddar Cheese Slices and Organic Sharp Cheddar Cheese Shreds. Like all Natural Grocers brand cheeses, the new additions are certified organic, made with real California milk and crafted in accordance with Natural Grocers’ pasture-based dairy standards. The blocks, slices and shreds are also non-GMO, and made with organic-approved microbial coagulate instead of animal rennet.
“Our house brand is more than just a label – it’s a reflection of our family’s values,” said Raquel Isely, VP of marketing. “We’re proud to offer customers cheeses that are not only delicious and organic, but also reflect our support for small family farms, animal welfare and environmental sustainability.”
Natural Grocers’ long-standing cheese production partner is committed to sustainability across every facet of its operation. From humane, responsible cow care to producing and processing all products within a 100-mile radius, they reduce their carbon footprint while ensuring peak freshness.
Eighty-seven percent of the 48,000 gallons of water used daily in cheesemaking is cleaned and reused. In addition, the packaging uses 20 percent less plastic, further minimizing environmental impact.
The cheeses add to the company’s portfolio of more than 800 Natural Grocers brand products, all developed to provide customers with exceptional quality, transparency and value. Recent additions include a line of vegan Skin and Body Care products and non-GMO Peruvian Chips.
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