Vital Farms

Ethically produced eggs and dairy products

Austin, Texas, United States

About Vital Farms

Vital Farms focuses on producing ethically sourced eggs and dairy products by partnering with around 200 family farms. Each farm prioritizes the welfare of their hens, providing them with ample pasture space, fresh air, and sunshine throughout the year. This commitment to animal welfare distinguishes Vital Farms from other food producers in the market. The company targets consumers who care about ethical food production and environmental sustainability, offering a transparent experience through initiatives like the "Pasture Passport," which allows customers to virtually visit the farms. Vital Farms operates on a business model that emphasizes high ethical standards, appealing to consumers willing to pay more for quality products. The goal of Vital Farms is to provide ethically produced food while promoting animal welfare and sustainability.

Austin, TexasHeadquarters
2007Year Founded
$21.3MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Food & Agriculture, Consumer GoodsIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Employee Discounts
Professional Development Budget
Remote Work Options
Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Increased competition from other ethical food brands may erode market share.
Rising feed costs could impact profitability due to global agricultural disruptions.
Consumer skepticism towards premium pricing may affect sales in economic downturns.

Differentiation

Vital Farms partners with 200 family farms for pasture-raised eggs and poultry.
The company offers virtual farm tours for transparency in food sourcing.
Vital Farms prioritizes animal welfare with 108 square feet of pasture per hen.

Upsides

Growing demand for transparency boosts interest in Vital Farms' virtual farm tours.
Expansion in Seymour, Indiana, will create 150 new jobs by 2027.
Rising interest in regenerative agriculture aligns with Vital Farms' sustainability commitment.

Funding

Total raised$21.30 M
Latest valuation$75.00 M
StageIPO
POST IPO EQUITY
10/31/2020
$151
EARLY VC
2/28/2019
$15
$75.00 M