Report highlights the company's commitment to
environmental sustainability, human health and community
well-being
LAKEWOOD, Colo., Feb. 6, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. (NYSE:
NGVC), is pleased to announce the release of the company's
Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) report for fiscal year
2023. In the third annual ESG report, the expanding specialty
retailer emphasizes its continued support for practices that
promote environmental sustainability, human health, and community
well-being, including its new product standards implemented during
the fiscal year.
The company's 2023 ESG Report demonstrates
its continued support of regenerative and sustainable agricultural
practices.
Founded in 1955, the family-operated specialty retailer believes
that one of its greatest opportunities to positively impact
environmental sustainability and human health is through
prioritizing products sourced from vendors that embrace
regenerative and sustainable agricultural practices.
"Natural Grocers has a legacy of being a values-driven company.
For over 68 years, we have demonstrated our commitment to practices
that support a more sustainable and affordable food system," said
Kemper Isely, Executive Co-President
of Natural Grocers. "Our Five Founding Principles are naturally
aligned with Environmental, Social, and Governance disciplines.
This year's ESG Report showcases our rigorous product standards and
our continued commitment to practices and products that support
environmental and human health. We strive to work with vendors who
nurture the land and the welfare of animals. We believe this
vigilance also contributes to a healthier planet, thriving
communities and a flourishing economy."
Natural Grocers hopes to inspire other companies around the
world to follow their lead by embracing ecologically thoughtful
practices while offering high-quality organic and natural products
at affordable prices.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE 2023
REPORT
In fiscal year 2023 Natural Grocers:
- Invested more than $6 million to
provide free nutrition education to our customers, Crew, and
communities.
- Believes it is the first national retailer to offer
private-label eggs from regenerative certified farms. The
Regeneratively Grown™ certification uses a scientifically
rigorous process to measure soil health, the effectiveness of
regenerative farm practices, and their impact over time.
- In support of organic farming practices and transparency,
extended the certified organic requirement to its entire coffee
category.
- Installed a CO2 refrigeration system in a second
store, which saves energy and provides enhanced environmental
protection compared to conventional refrigerant technologies.
For additional information regarding Natural Grocers' product
standards and certifications, please visit
www.naturalgrocers.com/our-standards.
- Click here to view the company's 2023 ESG report.
- Click here for a complimentary press kit.
- For media inquiries, please email
kmacarelli@naturalgrocers.com.
ABOUT NATURAL GROCERS BY VITAMIN COTTAGE
Founded in 1955, Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. (NYSE:
NGVC) is an expanding specialty retailer of natural and organic
groceries, body care products, and dietary supplements. The
products sold by Natural Grocers must meet strict quality
guidelines and may not contain artificial colors, flavors,
preservatives or sweeteners, or partially hydrogenated or
hydrogenated oils. The Company sells only USDA-certified organic
produce and exclusively pasture-raised, non-confinement dairy
products, and free-range eggs. Natural Grocers' flexible
smaller-store format allows it to offer affordable prices in a
shopper-friendly, clean, and convenient retail environment. The
Company also provides extensive free science-based Nutrition
Education programs to help customers make informed health and
nutrition choices. The Company has 168 stores in 21 states.
Visit www.naturalgrocers.com for more information and store
locations.
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