Naturally certified

Alexian's award-winning patés aren't the only aspect of the company that's environmentally friendly.

Both the Rain Forest Alliance and Forest Stewardship Council certify the materials used in Alexian's paper packaging.

That means the paper used to create the Alexian packages you see at the grocery store are made using sustainable farming and production practices that don't harm the environment The Rainforest Alliance works to conserve biodiversity and ensure sustainable livelihoods by transforming land-use practices, business practices and consumer behavior, according to the organization's website.

Certification from the Forest Stewardship Council supports responsible forest management worldwide, according to the group's website. Products verified by the council are reviewed from the forest all the way through the supply chain, meaning the label ensures each product is responsibly harvested from council-verified sources. So what does this approval mean to lovers of Alexian's all natural patés?

Simple: Buying Alexian patés means supporting not just all natural food production, but also responsible forestry.

For more information, visit the Forest Stewardship Council and the Rainforest Alliance on the web.