How ethical is Whole Earth?
Whole Earth is included in The Good Shopping Guide’s Jam and Spreads Ethical Ratings Table. In our Ratings Table, the brand obtains a below-benchmark Good Shopping Guide Ethical score and therefore is unfortunately not classified as an Ethical brand.
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What does Whole Earth do?
Whole Earth was founded in 1967 and produces a range of Nut butters, cereals and drinks. Whole earth focuses on the bigger picture and how change can be made whilst providing delicious healthy food. Whole Earth was acquired by parent company Intersnack Group GmbH/Pfeifer & Langen KG in 2024.
In what areas does Whole Earth perform well?
The brand received a top rating in some aspects of our assessment areas. This includes Environmental Report, Animal Welfare and Political Donations.
How could Whole Earth rate higher on our Jam and Spreads Ethical Ratings Table?
Whole Earth could improve its rating by obtaining certification for its vegetarian and vegan products and by eliminating the use of palm oil.
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Ethical performance in category
GSG score
GSG category benchmark
Ethical Rating
Environment
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Environmental Report
Good
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Genetic Modification
Acceptable
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Organic
Poor
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Nuclear Power
Good
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Fossil Fuels
Good
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Palm Oil Free
Poor
Animal
-
Animal Welfare
Good
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Vegetarian/Vegan Verified
Acceptable
People
-
Armaments
Good
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Political Donations
Good
Other
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Ethical Accreditation
Poor
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Public Record Criticisms
Acceptable
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