FAQs

The oats are considered to have added sugars.

Oats are broken down by enzymes to create oat base that is used in milks. This process creates simple sugars which is what gives many oatmilks their signature sweet taste. These simple sugars created through enzymatic processing are required to be labeled as added sugars.

Our Greek-Style Yogurt gets its 10g-13g of plant-based protein from a combination of organic rice protein and organic cashews. We chose organic rice protein after years of recipe development because it helped us create the thick, creamy texture and clean taste we were looking for—without the bitterness that can sometimes be found in plant-based protein products.

Like all of our ingredients, our protein sources are certified organic and completely dairy-free.

The live cultures/probiotics are added after the product has been pasteurized.

All of our yogurts—both spoonable and drinkable—contain live and active cultures, with at least 1 billion CFUs (colony-forming units) per serving at the time of manufacture.

We use a variety of probiotic strains to support gut health and deliver great taste. Our spoonable yogurts feature a blend of six probiotic strains, while our Drinkable Yogurt includes a unique mix of nine. Here's the complete list of probiotic strains we use: S. Thermophilus, L. Plantarum, B. Bifidum, B. Lactis, L. Acidophilus, L. Casei, L. Paracasei, L. Rhamnosus, and L. Bulgaricus.

Our flavored products are made with organic flavors to create a more consistent flavor experience across crop years and growing regions. All of our organic flavors are strictly vegan. While the exact formulations are proprietary, they are made using essential oils, essences, and extracts derived from organic plant sources—including fruits, vegetables, herbs, spices, seeds, roots, bark, and other botanicals—as well as microbes to deliver consistent, concentrated flavor.

We embrace that Foragers have a broad range of dietary objectives, constraints, and concerns. That's why we also make plain versions of many of our products with no added flavors, including Cashewmilk, Cashewmilk Yogurt, and Drinkable Cashewmilk Yogurt.Yogurt, Drinkable Cashewmilk Yogurt.

Our Drinkable Cashewmilk Yogurt products contain in excess of 1 billion live active cultures per serving at the time of manufacture. This culture count meets or exceeds industry accepted criteria such as “Live & Active Cultures” seal program of the National Yogurt Association (NYA).

Studies have shown that including live & active probiotics into your diet can have positive impacts on gut health and overall wellness.

Probiotics are live, beneficial bacteria that reside in your digestive tract (aka “gut”). They help to balance out the mix between helpful and harmful bacteria in your body, which is known as your “microbiome”.
In order for probiotics to work effectively, they need the help of prebiotics. Prebiotics are a type of fiber and they serve as fuel
or “food” for probiotics.

Cashews delicate flavor and silky texture make them better for creating a neutral and creamy dairy- like taste experience. We searched far and wide to find cashews that met our very strict standards: organic, ethically sourced and sustainably farmed. We found them in Vietnam and the Ivory Coast where they don’t need irrigated water, an increasingly precious resource, to thrive. We work with a small group of farmers who care deeply about their workers and about producing the best cashews possible.

Yes. All of our perishable products are pasteurized using a method called Ultra-High-Temperature (UHT). This process involves a quick exposure to heat (one or two seconds) to mitigate foodborne micro-organisms.

No they do not.

Our products that contain coconut do have a small level of MCTs (Medium-chain triglycerides)

We do not cook our cashews but we do steam them.

No. USDA (United States Department of Agriculature) Certified Organic food must be grown or produced with no synthetic herbicides, pesticides, or fertilizers—and that means no glyphosate.

Some of our products contain corn starch. Please read the label carefully.

All Forager products are certified Organic. We’re committed to organic because it’s better for the earth and better for our bodies. Because we’re certified organic, it means our products contain no artificial ingredients, flavors or preservatives, no toxic or persistent chemicals, no synthetic fertilizers or sewage sludge. What’s more, organic growing practices help enhance soil fertility while protecting wildlife and promoting biodiversity.

All Forager products are non-GMO (Genetically Modified Organism). Our certified organic certification ensures our products are not only free of GMOs but are better for the earth and for our bodies in lots of other ways. Read more about why we believe Organic Matters.

All Forager products are Kosher. Please refer to our individual product packages for specific Kosher certifications.

We do not test for gluten but our ingredient suppliers do and provide certification.

Yes, all of our products are gluten-free. Our Gluten-free Oats contain <0.5ppm gluten (much less than the USDA requirement for Gluten-free).

Like most perishable foods, once they’re opened and exposed to air, our products typically last between 5 – 7 days in the refrigerator regardless of the expiration date.

Our products are not made for freezing. It will change the texture and the taste.

The vast majority of our packaging is recyclable, and we’re continuing to improve it. Our bottles are made with 98% post-consumer recycled plastic (rPET), and our single-serve yogurt cups are made from a minimum of 60% rPET. Together, these changes help keep over 500,000 pounds of virgin plastic out of the environment each year.

Recycling programs vary by location, so check with your local provider to confirm what’s accepted curbside or at drop-off centers. Our packaging is not compostable.

Yes, all of our packaging is BPA Free (Bisphenol A).

Our childrens yogurts are not formulated for babies. Please ask your doctor.

Non-GMO means there are no genetically modified organisms, meaning organisms that have been scientifically altered in such a way that does not occur in nature. Organic certification has an even higher standard of requirements than non-GMO. Products that are organic do not include any genetically modified organisms and also do not include chemical fertilizers, pesticides, or other artificial agents.

Based in San Francisco, Forager Project was co-founded in 2013 by Stephen Williamson and John-Charles Hanley. From the beginning, Forager Project has been committed to creating a line of organic, plant-based, dairy-free foods made from clean, simple ingredients.