SunRidge Farms

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Company donating 1 percent of sales from new natural product to Defenders of Wildlife

From FoodCEO Magazine – see online article here foodceo.com

Pajaro, Cal. – June 24, 2010 – SunRidge Farms, a long time supporter of wildlife preservation and sustainable farming, has partnered with Defenders of Wildlife in an effort to help preserve and protect animals and plants throughout the world. In addition to its annual donation, SunRidge Farms is now donating 1 percent of sales from its newest all natural product, Antioxidant Mix, to Defenders of Wildlife.

“Our customers are looking for ways to support good causes through the food choices they make every day,” says SunRidge Farms founder and president, Morty Cohen. “They can feel good about eating our new mix, and we believe our collective efforts are going to make a difference in the health of animals and their surroundings in the long term.”

Packed with protein, fiber, and a hearty helping of the immune system boosting antioxidants Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, lycopene, and beta carotene, Berries and Chocolate Antioxidant Mix is non-GMO and 100 percent vegetarian. All natural, without artificial flavorings and preservatives, the mix includes a hand-selected blend of sun-ripened blueberries, dark chocolate stars, freshly roasted almonds, walnuts, cranberries, cherries, cashews and peanuts.

“We’re grateful to have the support of environmental stewards like SunRidge Farms,” said Rodger Schlickeisen, President and CEO of Defenders of Wildlife, an organization dedicated to the protection of all native animals and plants in their natural communities. “The company has donated more than $20,000 to Defenders over the past two years, and sets a model for progressive business leaders around the globe.”

SunRidge Farms is committed to organic and natural snacks, staples, and confections that are healthy for people and the environment. All products, including the newest Antioxidant Mix, are made in a sustainable, solar-powered manufacturing plant in Pajaro, California, and are shipped using the company’s fleet of biodiesel delivery trucks.

Antioxidant Mix is available at retail outlets throughout the United States and online at the www.SunRidgeFarms.com and the Defenders of Wildlife Online Marketplace. It is available in both bulk and packaged bags, with a suggested MSRP of $4.79 for a 6.5oz. bag.

ABOUT SUNRIDGE FARMS

Based in Pajaro, Cal., SunRidge Farms is a family-owned and operated manufacturer and distributor of the finest certified organic and natural foods, both bulk and packaged. Founded in 1981 with a mission of promoting healthy living through the quality, integrity and environmental sensibility of the products they create, SunRidge Farms offers a diverse array of over 1,000 organic and natural trail and snack mixes, confections, nuts, seeds, dried fruits, granolas and cereals, grains, beans and spices. All products are made sustainably in a manufacturing plant powered with 70 percent solar energy, and are available throughout the U.S., Canada and online at www.SunRidgeFarms.com.

ABOUT DEFENDERS OF WILDLIFE

Founded in 1947, Defenders of Wildlife is dedicated to the protection of all native animals and plants in their natural communities. With more than 1 million members and activists, Defenders of Wildlife is a leading advocate for innovative solutions to safeguard our wildlife heritage for generations to come. For more information, visit www.Defenders.org.

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Summer has arrived and already the BBQ’s have fired up and trips to the beach are planned. The kids are set to go to camp, play ball, go out with their friends, and stay up late. The lazy days of summer??? I don’t think so. Anyway, these activities mean munching is inevitable so when it is time to snack, think SunRidge Farms. Whether it’s a better trail mix (Sierra Club Magazine 2010) or simply a candy treat made with all natural ingredients (Organic Gummy Worms), give our packaged snacks a try.

Weight management and eating habits are on many peoples minds. How and what to do to change or improve these habits is always a gating item. The good news is that you are here visiting SunRidge Farms. We have some great snack products that make one step towards the new you much easier. One, our SunRidge Farms Women’s Vitality Mix has only 130 calories per serving and is available both pre-packaged and loose, consisting of salt-free nuts and seeds, high antioxidant dried fruits and dark chocolate chips. Check out all of our selections and take that next step to eating better. You can also visit Peertrainer’s calorie counter section.

Trying to find easy to understand and factual information on organic foods? Look no further than Organic Food Info at Organic Food Info or Organic at Organic Made Easy

SunRidge Farms has a large selection of organic snacks that taste fantastic. Ask your favorite grocer to stock up on your favorite mixes.

SunRidge Farms’ unique ‘bike to work’ program has gained tremendous visibility with major newspapers like the Chicago Tribune and magazines like Forbes Magazine commenting on the virtues of a program that promotes both green and healthy benefits to the workforce. This program provides five dollars ($5.00) per day to any team member who chooses to bicycle to work. Here’s the story as found in Inc. magazine,

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Some team members take advantage of the central California weather to earn an extra bit of cash and stay in shape at the same time.We hope you’ll join us in promoting healthy and environmentally conscious opportunities for the valuable members of your organizations and adopt similar programs.

Bulk foods aren’t really a new idea but not everyone is aware of the advantages in buying bulk foods.  The Progressive Grocer published the following story in April 2010.  Check it out: http://www.progressivegrocer.com/top-story-sustainable_food_trends__on_board_with_bulk-30719.html

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LiveSTRONG.com lists our Organic Rasberry Crunch Granola as a healthier alternative to less healthy snacking. For information on other alternatives with fewer than 220 calories per serving visit the LiveStrong website here LiveSTRONG.com-Dare to Change Your Life

Over the years SunRidge Farms is a name that has become synonymous with natural bulk trail mixes, dried fruits, confections and snack blends. An innovator in award winning natural and organic foods, SunRidge Farms’ commitment to natural ingredient development brings an array of flavors without the use of unhealthy refined sugars, hydrogenated oils, artificial colorings or preservatives. SunRidge Farms is one of the most widely recognized and trusted names in bulk and packaged foods. We offer a wide variety within each of our categories to suit almost every taste. Whether it’s our Hit The Trail Mix, Cranberry Jubilee, Chocolate Nut Crunch, Organic Cranberry Harvest, or Zen Party Mix; SunRidge Farms offers some of the best snack and trail mixes on the planet. If you are in pursuit of mouth-watering nuts & nut mixes or delicious dried fruit, you’ve come to the right place. SunRidge Farms offers a complete line of certified organic & all natural nuts & nut mixes. Our selection of nuts is carefully chosen from premier orchards around the globe. Our extensive line of products includes fresh roasted & tamari roasted almonds, cashews, walnuts, pistachios, pecans, and pumpkin seeds. Best of all, our nut products contain absolutely no added preservatives, artificial flavors, or additives. Our tree-ripened fruits assure the sweetness & flavor that only Mother Nature can provide. We have a delectable line of certified organic & natural cranberries, apricots, mango, pineapple, papaya, crystallized ginger, raisins, and much more. Most importantly SunRidge Farms’ tropical fruits are guaranteed to have no added sulphites. They contain no hydrogenated oils, artificial flavors, color or preservatives. Since 1977, we have been a leader in bulk and packaged organic & natural foods. SunRidge Farms also offers USDA certified organic and natural granolas & mueslis, grains & pastas, and herbs & spices. For more than 25 years we have remained committed to bringing quality and excellence to organic and natural foods.