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June 18, 2021

Real Pickles Annual Report FY’21

We invite you to take a look at our FY’21 Annual Report highlighting some of our work toward building a stronger and more just food system in the past year. In the report, you’ll find details on our handling of the pandemic and how we supported our staff throughout, while also making good and healthy food available to our customers. We also share news on our newest building project to increase our resilience, an exciting community award, our TWO new worker owners, and our commitment to racial justice. Check it Out Here>>

January 18, 2020

Two Good Food Awards!

Greg and Annie at Good Food Awards

On Friday January 17th, Real Pickles co-owners Annie Winkler and Greg Nichols accepted Good Food Award medals for our Organic Beet Kvass and Organic Nettle Kraut! The San Francisco ceremony was hosted by renowned farm labor activist Dolores Huerta, food author Michael Pollan, and chef Alice Waters.  The Good Food Awards recognizes American food and drink crafters who demonstrate both a mastery of their craft and a commitment to maintaining exceptionally high social and environmental standards in their work. 

A timely example of Real Pickles’ commitment to responsible food is our recent 31-kW solar array which, installed beside our existing 17-kW array, makes our facility 100% solar powered. “Environmental sustainability and strong regional food systems are at the core of our mission,” says Dan Rosenberg, founder and general manager. “We are always seeking ways to reduce our carbon emissions, increase our use of renewable energy, and support policies that push for climate mitigation.”Read More

November 5, 2019

Good Food Finalist (x2)!

Real Pickles Organic Beet Kvass

We’re proud to announce that TWO Real Pickles products have been named Good Food Awards Finalists for 2020!!  The Organic Beet Kvass and Organic Nettle Kraut both had high scores in the blind tasting competition and met the strict vetting criteria for sustainability. We’re proud to be among 307 companies in the running for a 2020 Good Food Award. With a demonstrated commitment to environmental stewardship and growing their businesses in harmony with a better food system, these outstanding crafters represent the nation’s best in delicious, sustainable fare.

August 8, 2019

2019 Annual Report

Annual Report front page

We’re excited to share several great stories of our mission-related work in our 2019 Annual Report, including our new solar array that makes us 100% solar powered! We also highlight scientific and community business collaborations, two new worker-owners, and our thoughts on a climate-resilient food system.  And, our Annual Report welcomes a new crop of socially-minded investors supporting our work for a better food system!  Check it out>>

January 15, 2019

Real Pickles Wins TWO Good Food Awards!!

We are so excited to share the news that our Organic Garlic Dills AND our Organic Garlic Kraut received top honors at the 2019 Good Food Awards!

The winners were announced Friday January 11th at a 900-person gala at the historic San Francisco War Memorial & Performing Arts Center. The Good Food Awards recognizes American food and drink crafters who create tasty, authentic and responsible products and, in doing so, better the nation’s food system. Read More

July 19, 2018

Annual Report: Year 5 as a Co-op!!

Real Pickles Annual Report FY 2018

We’ve completed our fifth year as a worker co-operative, and we are thriving! As a healthy business with nearly half of our employees engaged in ownership, we know that strong partnerships with our community are central to our success. We are deeply grateful to all our partners – the talented organic
 farmers who supply our top-quality ingredients, our loyal customers committed to our products and mission, our distributors who share our vision for a healthy regional food system, our community investors and lenders, and so many more.  Read all about it in our latest Annual Report! >>>

August 1, 2017

Toward an Economy that Works for All

Front of 2017 Annual Report

Announcing our 2017 Annual Report!!  We’re excited to share some of our recent work in this past year to improve our staff wages & benefits, build local democratic ownership, and promote action on climate change.  Health insurance is the big news under benefits – we’re proud to offer a plan to all staff who work 30+ hours!  Read about our three newest owners, Katie, CJ, and Lucy; and about our kitchen crew member Russ, who joined us through a local jail re-entry program that supports soon-to-be released inmates returning to the workforce.  There are also some great photos of our newest family members (supported by our family medical leave benefit), our participation in the Women’s and Climate Marches, and of course our new labels!  We hope you enjoy…  Check it out here.

April 6, 2017

People’s Climate March

People's Climate March - April 29th, 2017

We need to stand together to protect our climate, our health, and our communities. In response to Trump administration’s latest executive order that begins to repeal the Clean Power Plan and environmental protections, the Peoples Climate Movement (PCM) is demonstrating itself as a massive and wide-reaching movement in opposition to this dangerous step that puts people and the planet at grave risk. The PCM is a broad-based ground-breaking coalition of hundreds of faith-based, labor unions, indigenous, civil rights and environmental justice groups based around the country working together to build bold solutions that tackle climate change, rooted in economic and racial justice. Real Pickles ran a promotional campaign during spring 2017 to support The People’s Climate Mobilization on April 29th 2017 in Washington DC, and many of us were present in DC and at various locations across the region. To change everything, we need everyone!  peoplesclimate.org

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Did you know that the organic turmeric used in thi Did you know that the organic turmeric used in this delicious, vibrant ferment is grown right here in the Northeast?! Casey and Missy from Old Friends Farm are pioneers in the Northeast production of these tropical crops, traditionally grown only in much hotter regions of the world. We love eating this nutrient-rich snack straight from the jar or adding brilliant color to sandwiches and salads. How do you enjoy your Turmeric Kraut?

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We are excited to be partnering with River Valley We are excited to be partnering with River Valley Co-op for their free virtual workshop! Join Real Pickles' Fermentation Specialist, Katie Korby and learn the basics of lacto-fermentation and how to make your own fermented veggies at home! Link to register in profile. #fermentation #ferments #makeyourown #realpickles #lactofermented @rivervalleycoop
The Stonewall Riots, a series of violent confronta The Stonewall Riots, a series of violent confrontations between police and gay rights activists, began in June of 1969 outside the Stonewall Inn, a gay bar in the Greenwich Village section of New York City. These riots served as the catalyst for the gay rights movement in the United States and around the world. While there is time for celebration and recognition of all that has been accomplished, there is still so much work to be done.
Real Pickles proudly supports and stands with our LGBTQIA+ staff, friends and family, today and everyday. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🤎🖤
As a worker co-operative, Real Pickles strives to As a worker co-operative, Real Pickles strives to create good local jobs with shared profits and empower our staff to direct the future of our business. We are so happy to welcome TWO new worker-owners into our co-op, K Adler and Gillis MacDougall!! 

Gillis is part of our production team and is our youngest co-op member (18 years old!). His family are long-time friends of Real Pickles and he says he's "stoked to be a greater part of a community that has played an important role throughout my entire life." When not packing sauerkraut, you'll find Gillis competing with the disc golf pros around the region.

K is Real Pickle's fermentation coordinator and says, "It feels fulfilling to be participating in a process that has a history to be admired and a future that is attainable. While the success of Real Pickles is not dependent on my individual actions, I feel that my own successes can augment the trajectory and advancement of this community which shares my values and purpose." When not monitoring fermentation quality, K can be found creating and starring in theatrical productions throughout the valley.

Real Pickles is proud to be part of the co-operative movement to build and strengthen democratic economies in our community and beyond. Welcome K and Gillis! 

#workercoops #workerowned #memberowned #gocoop #RealPickles
As part of our commitment to support a regional, o As part of our commitment to support a regional, organic food system, we purchase all of our vegetables and fresh herbs and spices from organic family farms in the Northeast. Check out Riverland Farms' fertile river bottom soil! This healthy soil yields some of the most beautiful certified organic produce ever fermented!

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Since 2001, Real Pickles has been producing 100% o Since 2001, Real Pickles has been producing 100% organic, naturally fermented, and raw plant-based food. Our vegetables are grown on Northeast farms that prioritize healthy, living soil – essential ingredients to support a robust fermentation. 
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