What is Stonyfield Organic?
Stonyfield Organic has been crafting delicious yogurt since 1983. Today, it offers organic options for everyone in the family! As a certified B Corporation, Stonyfield Organic stands out as one of the leading organic yogurt makers in the country. The company believes that caring for organic farmers, their cows, and their life’s work leads to healthy food, thriving businesses, and a healthier planet overall.
The Main Benefit of Stonyfield Organic
Stonyfield Organic’s commitment to health and sustainability shines through in its impressive achievements. Here are some key figures and facts that highlight the brand’s impact:
- In 2022, based on total organic milk volume, Stonyfield avoided:
- 10.8 million pounds of fertilizer
- 181 thousand pounds of pesticides
- 13.5 thousand ounces of antibiotics
- 245.5 thousand drug treatments each year
- 100% renewable electricity use at their Londonderry, NH manufacturing facility since 2022
- Support for hundreds of organic family farms, thousands of organic cows, and over 40,000 organic acres of land
The Humble Beginnings
Back in 1983, co-founders Samuel Kaymen and Gary Hirshberg were running a non-profit organic farming school on a small New Hampshire farm. Their mission? To help family farms survive, keep food production healthy, and protect the environment. But the school needed funding, so they put the farm’s seven cows to work, selling really good yogurt made without toxic pesticides or chemical fertilizers. The yogurt was a hit… a big one. That success showed them that an organic company could make a bigger difference for family farms, people, and the planet than the school ever could. So, they decided to run with yogurt.
Stonyfield’s Mission Today
Fast forward 40 years, and Stonyfield Organic’s mission remains as strong as ever. Their yogurts, smoothies, milk, and cream are now sold in supermarkets, natural food stores, and colleges across the country. All products are made without toxic persistent pesticides, artificial hormones, antibiotics, or GMOs. While the company has grown, it’s still rooted in New Hampshire, about 30 miles east of the original farm. Their organic ingredient purchases now support a vast network of food producers, including hundreds of family farms and thousands of cows.
Commitment to Sustainability and Accountability
In 2016, Stonyfield became a certified B Corporation, which means they hold themselves to a higher standard of verified social and environmental performance, public transparency, and legal accountability. This certification validates their ongoing dedication to doing business the right way—balancing profit with purpose and making sure their impact is positive for people and the planet.
Project Impact on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- SDG 2: Zero Hunger – Supporting family farms and sustainable agriculture
- SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being – Producing healthy, organic food without harmful chemicals
- SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production – Using 100% renewable electricity and sustainable farming practices
- SDG 13: Climate Action – Reducing pesticide and fertilizer use, lowering environmental toxins
- SDG 15: Life on Land – Protecting organic farmland and biodiversity
Looking Ahead: The Future of Stonyfield Organic
The passion and thoughtfulness that sparked Stonyfield Organic’s journey have only grown stronger over the decades. The company continues to work tirelessly for healthy food, healthy people, and a healthy planet. With a strong foundation in organic farming and sustainability, Stonyfield is poised to keep making a positive difference—one yogurt cup at a time.
