Did you know that palm oil is the most used vegetable oil on the planet? That creates a big supply chain with some big problems, but allows for some big opportunities. In recent years, palm oil has become associated with deforestation, habitat destruction, pollution and CO2 emissions, and human rights risks. But here at Whole Foods […]
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Jenny’s Tofu
Jenny Yang had always enjoyed the local Chicago staple Phoenix Bean. So when the opportunity came to buy it, she was not only determined to carry on the tofu-making tradition, but it was also a way for her to launch her own creations with Jenny’s Tofu. An added incentive? To help those who do not […]
Setting The Table: Regeneratively Raised Turkey
For more than four generations, Diestel Family Ranch has done everything but compromise the values it was founded on to raise delicious birds for consumers. Jason and Heidi Diestel, fourth generation farmers, are now working closely with Whole Foods Market to bring regenerative agriculture to their farm and the poultry industry. In this Whole Story, […]
Detroit Will Hustle
In the heart of the Midwest is Detroit, a city built on grit and perseverance. For Carlos Parisi, owner of Aunt Nee’s, that began during the great financial crisis in 2007, when his family and others needed money in the wake of mass automotive layoffs and the resulting impact on the community. Parisi and a […]
For the Love of Food
As Whole Foods Market’s Ambassador of Food Culture, Cathy will leverage her extensive expertise, champion excellence in our stores, and ultimately nurture a deeper passion for food among team members and customers alike. Cathy’s unique background and legendary status in the food world makes her the perfect candidate to take on this new role. Photo Gallery […]
This is Ayeya
For more than 20 years, Olow-n’djo Tchalla has been on a mission; to build a “virtuous circle” between doing well as a business and doing good in the world. His deep connection to these communities allows him to source local ingredients and materials, preserve cultural knowledge, and empower more than 5,000 co-operative members across West […]