Sustainability at Our Roots

At B&W Quality Growers, sustainability isn’t a buzzword—it’s the way we’ve farmed since 1870. With every leafy green we grow, we’re committed to protecting the environment, supporting our communities & employees while building a healthier future from the ground up.

WE FOLLOW THE SUN.

That’s how we know our products are always in season. Our watercress, arugula, and spinach farming operations span eight states, allowing us to grow where they are, always in season and at their peak of freshness and flavor. This also lets our farms recharge naturally in a seasonal rotation. In addition, we utilize sophisticated water regeneration and recirculation systems that limit runoff to save our valuable water resources. This “Smart Farming” initiative yields healthy products grown sustainably and naturally.

Our Farms

At B&W, we take being the best in leafy greens seriously, providing 100% natural products on a year-round basis.

We’ve been around for over 150 years, and over that time, we’ve developed some of the most sophisticated farms and unique techniques for growing the best greens in the world.

We follow the sun. Our farming operations span eight states, allowing us to grow products where they are always in season and at their peak of freshness and flavor. This also lets our farms recharge naturally in a seasonal rotation. In addition, we utilize sophisticated water regeneration and recirculation systems that limit runoff to save our valuable water resources. This “Smart Farming” initiative yields healthy products grown sustainably and naturally.

Our Commitment to Sustainability

B&W Quality Growers embodies the truest testament to the sustainability of all…the test of time. Caring for the land and the people we depend on is at the heart of our daily work.

Environmental Stewardship

The quality of our leafy greens starts with rich soil and clean, cold water. Our farm rotation program allows each field to rejuvenate naturally during its “off-season.”

We utilize sophisticated water recirculation systems that help replenish the water table and save our valuable water resources, and 100% of all the water used in our Florida farms is recirculated, saving millions of gallons annually. Nearly 100% of our packaging is recyclable, and both our retail and foodservice bags are made from the same film, Oriented Polypropylene (OPP). OPP is a chasing arrow recycle code #5. B&W Quality Growers also focuses on resource reduction with our bag film using 80% less material weight than a PET tub, lowering our carbon footprint. In addition, our wash water is treated with PAA (peroxy acetic acid), which breaks down into CO2 and Water.

All of this is better for the environment and results in healthier plants, just like Mother Nature intended.

Composting That Gives Back

We use compost and beneficial microorganisms to build healthier soil and reduce the need for synthetic fertilizers. Our natural pest control methods help us grow strong crops with minimal chemical use.

Employee & Community Engagement

For us, sustainability means taking care of our people, too. Our 100% verified, H2-A compliant workforce receives housing, transportation, and training and many team members have returned year after year. We also give back to the communities we farm in, supporting local schools and environmental causes. Our enthusiastic employees thrive in our values-based, performance-driven culture and are passionate about being the best in baby greens.