Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Organic Grocery Store in Sacramento
Founded in 1972 as a food buying club, our co-op has grown into a community cornerstone while maintaining cooperative principles. We prioritize organic, sustainably sourced products and foster direct relationships with local farmers to ensure freshness and quality. Our commitment to ethical business practices includes supporting non-GMO ingredients, hormone-free meats, and environmentally responsible operations. With over five decades of service, we empower members through educational programs, community grants, and wellness initiatives.Our team of experts curates over 200 bulk herbs and spices, maintains rigorous product standards, and operates California's largest organic grocery store. We demonstrate industry leadership through sustainable packaging innovations, local economic development partnerships, and adherence to cooperative economic principles that prioritize member needs. Our facilities feature a USDA-certified kitchen, bulk water filtration systems, and specialized departments for wellness, specialty foods, and fresh produce.
Services
Produce
Grocery
Bulk Foods
Wellness
Deli & Kitchen
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- We've served Sacramento as a certified organic grocer since 1972 with expert product curation
- Our bulk department features 200+ organic herbs and spices with sustainable packaging
- We maintain direct partnerships with 50+ local farms for daily fresh produce deliveries
- Our wellness department offers third-party tested supplements from Vitamer Labs and Vitality Works
- We operate California's largest organic grocery store with specialized USDA-certified facilities
Associations and certifications
- Non-GMO Project
- B-Corp Certified
Services
Organic Produce
Our 100% organic produce department sources directly from local farms for peak freshness. We prioritize seasonal availability and sustainable growing practices while maintaining national organic certification standards. Our produce specialists provide nutritional guidance and recipe suggestions to support healthy eating habits.
Bulk Foods
California's largest bulk grocery selection includes grains, nuts, and over 200 organic herbs and spices. Our zero-waste shopping model reduces packaging waste while offering cost savings through portion-controlled purchases. Staff provide storage tips and recipe ideas using bulk ingredients.
Wellness Products
Our wellness department features third-party tested vitamins, minerals, and body care products. We specialize in organic, vegan, and gluten-free options from B-Corp certified suppliers. Certified staff offer guidance on supplement regimens and natural wellness solutions.
Community Programs
We administer multiple community initiatives including the Farmers Resilience Grant Program and Sacramento Cooperative Community Fund. Our educational programs promote food literacy, sustainable practices, and local economic development through cooperative business models.
Deli & Kitchen
Our USDA-certified kitchen prepares daily fresh meals using organic ingredients. Menu options include hot buffets, custom sandwiches, and housemade pizzas with hormone-free meats. The Pachamama Cooperative Cafe offers organic coffee beverages and specialty drinks.
Questions
What makes your produce 100% organic?
We source exclusively from certified organic farms that follow sustainable growing practices without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers.
Do I need membership to shop?
Membership provides exclusive discounts and voting rights, but anyone can shop our organic products and services.
How do bulk purchasing savings work?
Bulk items typically save 20-30% compared to packaged equivalents by eliminating packaging costs and allowing precise portion control.
Are your supplements third-party tested?
Yes, all wellness products undergo third-party testing for purity and potency, including our Vitamer Labs and Vitality Works brands.
What community programs do you offer?
We administer the Farmers Resilience Grant Program, Community Discount Program, and Sacramento Cooperative Community Fund initiatives.
What are your store hours?
We're open daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM with full service departments available during operating hours.
