Brand Partner Spotlight: Nutiva

Published on: March 10, 2023

Nutiva is a brand that has been committed to offering high-quality organic products to consumers for over 20 years. From organic coconut oil to hemp oil, Nutiva has become a household name in the organic food industry. One of the products that sets Nutiva apart is their commitment to sustainable and ethical sourcing of organic palm oil and red palm oil.

 

Organic Palm Oil:

Palm oil is an important ingredient in many food products and is widely used in the food industry. However, the production of palm oil has been linked to deforestation, habitat destruction, and the displacement of indigenous communities. To address these issues, Nutiva sources their organic palm oil from small, sustainable family farms in Ecuador.

By working directly with farmers, Nutiva is able to ensure that their palm oil is grown and harvested in a way that protects the environment and supports local communities. Nutiva’s organic palm oil is also certified organic, meaning that it is free from synthetic pesticides and fertilizers, and is non-GMO.

Red Palm Oil:

Red palm oil is a rich source of antioxidants, vitamin E, and beta-carotene, making it a popular ingredient in many health and wellness products. However, the production of red palm oil has also been linked to deforestation and habitat destruction.

To address these issues, Nutiva sources their red palm oil from small, sustainable family farms in West Africa. By working directly with farmers, Nutiva is able to ensure that their red palm oil is grown and harvested in a way that protects the environment and supports local communities. Nutiva’s red palm oil is also certified organic and fair trade, meaning that it is grown and harvested in a way that is socially and environmentally responsible.

The Importance of Sustainable and Ethical Sourcing:

Sustainable and ethical sourcing is important for a number of reasons. First and foremost, it helps to protect the environment by ensuring that natural resources are used in a responsible and sustainable way. This is particularly important when it comes to palm oil, which is grown in areas that are rich in biodiversity and are home to many endangered species.

Secondly, sustainable and ethical sourcing helps to support local communities by providing them with a source of income and promoting economic development. By working directly with farmers, companies like Nutiva are able to ensure that the people who produce their products are paid fairly and are able to support themselves and their families.

Finally, sustainable and ethical sourcing is important for companies like Nutiva because it helps to build trust with consumers. Consumers are increasingly concerned about the impact that their purchasing decisions have on the environment and on society, and are looking for products that are produced in a responsible and sustainable way.

Nutiva’s Commitment to Sustainable and Ethical Sourcing:

Nutiva has been committed to sustainable and ethical sourcing since its inception. By working directly with farmers and using certified organic and fair trade practices, Nutiva is able to ensure that its products are produced in a way that is socially and environmentally responsible. In addition to its commitment to sustainable and ethical sourcing, Nutiva also supports a number of social and environmental initiatives. For example, Nutiva is a supporter of the Palm Done Right campaign, which promotes sustainable and ethical palm oil production practices.

Nutiva’s commitment to sustainable and ethical sourcing sets it apart from many other companies in the organic food industry. By working directly with farmers and using certified organic and fair trade practices, Nutiva is able to ensure that its products are produced in a way that is socially and environmentally responsible.

For consumers who are concerned about the impact that their purchasing decisions have on the environment and on society, Nutiva’s products offer a way to make a difference. By choosing Nutiva, consumers can be confident that they are supporting a company that is committed to sustainability, ethical sourcing, and social responsibility

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Palm can be grown for good, bringing benefits to:

  • Our planet, due to palm oil’s land efficiency.
  • Local communities, due to the economic development oil palm production creates.
  • Our market, due to palm oil’s versatility and functionality as an ingredient, lifting product quality and performance.

Together, we can influence change for:

  • Manufacturers that are still using conflict palm oil for their products.
  • Retailers that are still listing products that contain conflict palm oil.
  • Brokers and distributors that are still supplying their customers with products that contain conflict palm oil.
  • Shoppers that have the power to vote with their dollar.

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