Natural Grocers® Introduces House-Brand Organic Wheat Pasta and Biodynamic Pasta Sauces

LAKEWOOD, Colo., Jan. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Natural Grocers®, America's largest family-operated organic and natural grocery retailer proudly announces six new organic wheat pastas and five new flavors of organic pasta sauces to its collection of Natural Grocers® Brand Products.

TASTE, QUALITY, FLAVOR & MORE 
All six styles of Natural Grocers Brand Organic Pasta begin with a single ingredient—organic durum wheat semolina, are Certified Organic, vegan, non-GMO and crafted with plant-based  and dairy-free ingredients. The new line of pasta sauces is Certified Organic, gluten-free, made without added sugar and non-GMO. Four flavors are also Demeter Certified Biodynamic—a   biodynamic farms and products standard which requires self-sustaining farming practices and 10% of the farm acreage preserved as biodiversity habitat. 

Raquel Isely, Vice President of Marketing at Natural Grocers, states, "Pasta is a food that inspires connection and creativity in the kitchen. With our new organic wheat pastas and biodynamic pasta sauces, we are providing our customers with the exceptional taste, texture, and flavor they deserve—whether they're whipping up a quick weeknight meal or crafting a gourmet feast. At Natural Grocers, we are committed to offering high-quality products that reflect our dedication to sustainability and affordability."

PASTA VARIETIES

ATTRIBUTES

• Single Ingredient – Organic Durum Wheat Semolina
• Certified Organic, Non-GMO
• Made in Italy
• Crafted With Traditional Bronze Die Cuts
• Plant-based, and Dairy-free Ingredients 
• Vegan Friendly
• Made without Artificial Flavorings, Additives or Preservatives, or Synthetic Colors
• Available in 16 oz.
• National Retail: Always Affordable ^SM at $2.79

PASTA SAUCE FLAVORS

*All ingredients in the Tomato Ricotta Pasta Sauce are Demeter Certified Biodynamic, apart from the ricotta cheese. Puttanesca, Ortolana, Arrabbiata and Classic Italian Basil Sauces are all Demeter Certified Biodynamic.

ATTRIBUTES

• Certified Organic, Non-GMO
• No Added Sugar
• Made in Italy
• Plant-based, Gluten-free and Dairy-free Ingredients 
• Vegan Friendly
• Made without Artificial Flavorings, Additives or Preservatives, or Synthetic Colors
• Available in 12 oz.
• National Retail: Always Affordable ^SM at $4.99

RECENT ADDITIONS AND COMING SOON
Established in 2016, the house brand currently offers over 800 high-quality products, available exclusively at Natural Grocers stores. Learn more about Natural Grocers' product standards by clicking here. Recent additions to the private-label line include six varieties of Organic Soups. Customers can look forward to more premium-quality products at Always Affordable Prices^SM, including Organic Coffee Pods and a new line of Organic Kombuchas and Tepaches.

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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 grocery products sold by Natural Grocers must meet strict quality guidelines and may not contain artificial flavors, preservatives, or sweeteners (as defined by its standards), synthetic colors, 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 and Crew make informed health and nutrition choices. Natural Grocers is committed to its 5 Founding Principles—including its "Commitment to Community" and "Commitment to Crew". In fiscal year 2024, the Company invested more than $15 million in incremental compensation and discretionary payments for Crew. Headquartered in the Union Square neighborhood of Lakewood, CO, Natural Grocers has 167 stores in 21 states. Visit www.naturalgrocers.com for more information and store locations. 

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