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๐Ÿšš๐Ÿ“ฆRay Owens ๐Ÿ“ฆ๐Ÿ›ฌ
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February 24, 2025
How to Get Your Organic & Premium Products into Sprouts Farmers Market ๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿ›’ Sprouts Farmers Market is a top destination for organic, natural, and premium food and beverage products. If you're looking to get your brand on their shelves, hereโ€™s a step-by-step guide to help you navigate the process. ## ๐Ÿ”น Step 1: Ensure Your Product Fits Sproutsโ€™ Criteria Sprouts focuses on clean-label, organic, and functional products that align with health-conscious consumers. Before applying, make sure your product meets these standards: โœ… Organic, Non-GMO, or Clean-Label Ingredients โœ… Innovative & Differentiated from competitors โœ… Attractive Packaging & Branding that appeals to Sprouts shoppers โœ… Meets FDA, USDA, or other regulatory requirements ## ๐Ÿ”น Step 2: Prepare Your Pitch & Product Data Retail buyers look for strong product positioning and sales potential. Before reaching out, have the following ready: ๐Ÿ“Œ Wholesale Pricing & Margins โ€“ Ensure competitive pricing with room for retailer markups. ๐Ÿ“Œ Sales Data & Proof of Demand โ€“ Include current sales, online traction, or performance at other retailers. ๐Ÿ“Œ Certifications & Compliance โ€“ Organic, Non-GMO, Kosher, Fair Trade, etc. ๐Ÿ“Œ Distribution & Supply Chain Readiness โ€“ Be prepared to fulfill large orders. ๐Ÿ“Œ Marketing & Support Strategy โ€“ Retailers love brands that drive their own marketing efforts. ## ๐Ÿ”น Step 3: Submit Your Product to Sprouts Sprouts has a dedicated supplier application where brands can apply: ๐ŸŒ [Supplier Application Portal](https://lnkd.in/d2w2SN_y) โœ”๏ธ Fill out the application with detailed product information, pricing, and certifications. โœ”๏ธ If selected, a category manager or buyer will contact you for further discussions. ## ๐Ÿ”น Step 4: Work with a Natural Foods Distributor Sprouts works with distributors like KeHE, UNFI, and DPI Specialty Foods. If your brand is already in their system, it increases your chances of getting accepted. โœ… If youโ€™re not working with a distributor yet, consider getting listed with KeHE or UNFI to make onboarding easier. ## ๐Ÿ”น Step 5: Attend Trade Shows & Build Relationships Sprouts buyers often scout for new brands at natural food trade shows like: ๐ŸŽฏ Expo West โ€“ The biggest natural foods expo in the U.S. ๐ŸŽฏ KeHE & UNFI Trade Shows โ€“ Great for networking with category managers. ๐ŸŽฏ Fancy Food Show โ€“ Showcases premium specialty foods. ๐Ÿ’ฌ Have you tried getting into Sprouts? Drop your questions below! ๐Ÿ‘‡ #Sprouts #RetailStrategy #CPG
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February 24, 2025