Award winning local manufacturer and distributor of fine organic and natural foods, SunRidge Farms, announced that it plans to install a 99 kilowatt state-of-the-art solar electric system onto the roof of its 160,000sq. Pajaro facility this spring. The project is expected to offset over 75% of the buildings peak energy usage during the warm summer months. It will be installed by Independent Energy Systems of Santa Cruz. “This is a significant milestone in realizing our companys vision to support successful, sustainable resolutions to the environmental challenges we all face” stated company spokesperson Mary Quillin. To that end, the company converted… Read More

SunRidge Farms announces the introduction of its premier Tub Pack line of delicious, organic and all natural snacks, nuts, trail mixes, dried fruit and candies. These are 52 of the most innovative and best selling items from SunRidges extensive line up, each selected for universal appeal. All SunRidge products in tub containers, resealable preprinted bags or bulk packaging are available for private label. The tub assortment is packed in resealable, reusable and recyclable containers, which makes it an ideal, convenient and portable snack selection for anyone. The packaging is also nitrogen flushed, which preserves freshness and extends shelf life, and… Read More

Santa Cruz, Ca. – SunRidge Farms is proud to announce its partnership with members of the Santa Cruz National Surf League (NSL) team. Santa Cruz surfers Darryl “Flea” Virostko, Randy Bonds, Peter Mel, Jason “Ratboy” Collins, Tyler Smith, Josh Loya, and Bud Freitas, among others, will be energized by SunRidge Farms organic and natural snack and trail mixes, dried fruits, and nuts during this weekend’s “Game” at Steamer Lane. The Santa Cruz team will take on teams from San Diego, Orange County, and Ventura in an attempt to win the California Cup of Surfing, a new competition format that places… Read More

Santa Cruz, Ca. – SunRidge Farms is pleased to announce that Eric Birckner has joined our team as Eastern Division Sales Director, a newly created position. This position has been created due to increased demand for SunRidge Farms organic and natural products in the midwest and eastern parts of the U.S. Eric will report to Mark Devencenzi, National Sales Director. Prior to accepting the position at SunRidge Farms, Eric was the Eastern Division VP of Retail Sales for Harmony Foods Corporation. He has also served as Category Manager and Natural and Bulk Food Merchandiser for Safeway Stores of Landover, Maryland.… Read More

Wells Reveals Secrets to Using Spices to Boost Flavor and Reduce Fat in Spa Cuisine, Grilling and Low Carb Meal Preparation January 29, 2004 – Monterey, CA – David Wells, professional chef and founder and president of Wholearth Spice Company, will be giving a series of three cooking classes at the Salud Room at Whole Foods Market in Monterey starting February 20. In each class Wells will demonstrate that great tasting food can also be healthy. The series consists of “The Best of Spa Cuisine” on Feb 20 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., followed by “Luscious Low Carb Cooking,… Read More

Santa Cruz, Ca. – SunRidge Farms recently added six new organic products to its diverse line of candies and confectionery mixes. Organic Milk Chocolate Cherries, Organic Milk Chocolate Almonds, Organic Milk Chocolate Raisins, Organic Dark Chocolate Coffee Beans, and Gold Medal Award winning Organic Hit The Trail Mix and Organic Cranberry Harvest can now be found in natural food and mass-market stores throughout the country. In addition, SunRidge Farms is currently creating an organic yogurt line, which will consist of Organic Yogurt Pretzels, Organic Yogurt Raisins, and Organic Yogurt Pretzels, as well as Organic Sour Sunny Bears, a complement to… Read More

Santa Cruz, Ca. (September 19, 2003)–SunRidge Farms recently introduced its new pre-printed packaging program at the Natural Products Expo East in Washington, D.C. SunRidge Farms’ top 66 selling items will be available in the new packaging, which is estimated to ship in mid to late October. The colorful, eye-catching packaging is color coded by product category, and our resealable zip lock bags are not only convenient to use, but are also the best in preserving freshness. SunRidge Farms uses all natural ingredients in its unique, award-winning selection of packaged snack and trail mixes, nuts and seeds, dried fruits, and candies… Read More

Santa Cruz, Ca. – In honoring its vision to “support the successful resolution of environmental, social, food related and world hunger issues,” SunRidge Farms is pleased to contribute $10,000 dollars to the Homeless Services Center of Santa Cruz. The donation was also made in response to Rowland Rebele’s call to the community to match his $62,500 donation to the organization. SunRidge Farms, along with its parent company, Falcon Trading Company, has been a long-time contributor to homeless causes. In 1999 the company donated $20,000 in seed money to Above the Line, a local organization that provides housing and services to… Read More

Santa Cruz, Ca. (November 16, 2006)—SunRidge Farms is pleased to announce the introduction of its all natural Women’s Vitality Mix, the company’s newest high energy snack mix. Women’s Vitality Mix consists of an enticing blend of dried cranberries, cherries, and goji berries, nuts and seeds, roasted soy nuts, and calcium fortified dark chocolate chips. The attractive mix is specially designed to meet the needs of women’s bodies, and is loaded with nutrients, including vitamins A, C, and D, calcium, iron, antioxidants, protein, and fiber. Women’s Vitality Mix is made without preservatives, additives, artificial colors, hydrogenated oils, or trans fats. “It’s… Read More