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May 23, 2021
Rainforest Distribution Named Whole Foods Market Regional Supplier of the Year for the Mid-Atlantic
Bayonne, NJ — Rainforest Distribution has been recognized as Whole Foods Market’s Regional Supplier of the Year for the Mid-Atlantic region as part of Whole Foods Market’s 2020 Supplier of the Year awards program. The awards recognize suppliers across national and regional categories who demonstrated cooperation, resilience, and commitment to quality throughout the year.
National category winners included Kvaroy Arctic (Perishables), FOODMatch (Culinary), and Solely (Center Store). Regional Supplier of the Year winners included Rainforest Distribution (Mid-Atlantic), NAPI/Navajo Pride Organics (Rocky Mountain), Nana Joes Granola (Northern California), Adams Ranch (Florida), Iggy’s Bread of the World (North Atlantic), Mill-King Market & Creamery (Southwest), Sacred Serve (Midwest), Big Spoon Roasters (South), Island Spring Organics (Pacific Northwest), IWON Organics (Southern Pacific), Bread Alone Bakery (Northeast), and The Gluten Free Bakery (United Kingdom).
Award recipients were selected by Whole Foods Market leaders, category experts, and buyers who work closely with suppliers every day.
“It is Whole Foods Market’s honor to celebrate our suppliers who have demonstrated fantastic cooperation, resilience, creativity and commitment to quality, rising to excellence in a year unlike any other,” said Sonya Gafsi Oblisk, Chief Marketing & Communications Officer at Whole Foods Market.
About Rainforest Distribution
Rainforest Distribution is a leading distributor of natural, organic, specialty, and ethnic foods serving retailers throughout the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions. With distribution centers in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Maryland, Rainforest connects purpose-driven brands with retailers who share a commitment to quality and sustainability. For more information, visit www.rainforestdistribution.com.
Source: Specialty Food Association — Whole Foods Names Suppliers of the Year