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GROW Bananas

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GROW Bananas Close-up of organic GROW bananas stacked in a produce display, featuring Fair Trade banana labels and vibrant yellow and green fruit.

Bananas are America’s most popular fruit, but their history is intertwined with labor exploitation, political instability, and environmental harm. Learn how GROW Bananas from Organics Unlimited are helping create a more equitable food system through fair trade, organic farming, and investments in education, health, and community development—and discover the real impact LifeSource shoppers have made through their everyday banana purchases.

Café Mam Coffee: As Dynamic as the Land It Comes From

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Café Mam Coffee: As Dynamic as the Land It Comes From A woman picks coffee into a basket.

Coffee is more than a commodity—it is an expression of place. While mass-market blends erase the natural variability of coffee in pursuit of consistency, Café Mam embraces the changing flavors shaped by the highlands of Chiapas, Mexico. From indigenous coffee-growing cooperatives and shade-grown agroforestry to climate resilience and fair trade partnerships, this is the story of a coffee rooted in land, community, and ecological stewardship.

The Equal Exchange Women in Coffee Series

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The Equal Exchange Women in Coffee Series Farmers from the Norandino co-op that makes First Light Coffee, available at LifeSource

Get to know Equal Exchange’s limited-run Women in Coffee series, now featuring First Light: a bright, fruity Peruvian roast with notes of raspberry, honey, lemon, and molasses. Learn how this Fair Trade coffee supports women leaders in coffee-growing cooperatives, and meet the farmers behind the beans.

Sustainable from Soil to Shelf: Hummingbird’s Organic Bulk Legumes

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Sustainable from Soil to Shelf: Hummingbird’s Organic Bulk Legumes Black beans in a wooden spoon grown in Idaho's Magic Valley by Mike Heath and Alvaro Peralta

Discover organic bulk legumes from Hummingbird Wholesale, an employee-owned distributor committed to sustainable agriculture and strong farmer partnerships. From protein-rich black and pinto beans to lentils and peas, these pantry staples nourish both people and soil. Learn how Hummingbird’s “distributor supported agriculture” model supports organic growers and brings high-quality, responsibly grown legumes straight to LifeSource’s bulk department.

Fresh for You: What the Heck is Oca?

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Fresh for You: What the Heck is Oca? pink and white root vegetable, Oca

Sometimes produce surprises us, in the best way. For the first time in over five years, oca has popped up in our produce department, and we’re a little giddy about it. This rosy, apricot-colored tuber is like a potato with personality: starchy, versatile, and naturally a little tangy. Roast it, fry it, steam it, or slice it raw into salads for a bright, lemony crunch. Oca is tricky to grow and rarely makes an appearance around here, so consider this a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it veggie moment. Grab some while it’s here and have a little fun with your roots!

Gift Guide 2025

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Gift Guide 2025 Christmas tree at LifeSource natural foods with fair trade felt ornaments

Discover gifts that warm the heart and spark a little seasonal magic. From decadent fair-trade chocolates and cozy hygge favorites to maple-sweet treats, fair-trade knits, and playful surprises for every age, our holiday picks are chosen with care, craft, and community in mind. Whether you’re filling stockings or building new traditions, you’ll find something delightful for everyone on your list.

Sip, Savor, Celebrate: Wines for the Perfect Thanksgiving

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Sip, Savor, Celebrate: Wines for the Perfect Thanksgiving LifeSource Natural Foods Wine department, red wines. Domestic cabernet, syrah/shiraz, oregon pinot noir, domestic merlot

To help you choose the perfect bottles for your holiday table, our Beer and Wine Buyer, Joe Boston, has handpicked a selection of our standout wines—each chosen for how beautifully it complements Thanksgiving’s rich, savory, and seasonal flavors. From bright, food-friendly whites to bold reds and festive bubbles, his recommendations cover every course.

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