PEOPLE ON A MISSION

EMPLOYEE WELL-BEING

Organic Valley is dedicated to supporting the health and well-being of its employees, both on and off the job. Our commitment includes the following initiatives:

Paid parental leave: We offer six weeks of paid parental leave for partners of all genders, and in 2022, 107 employees utilized this benefit.

Flexible work arrangements: Our Flex Work Policy allows for alternate work arrangements and schedules to accommodate employees as they navigate life changes and demands outside of work.

Wellness programs: Our Wellness Reimbursement Program reimburses employees up to $360 every year for health and wellness activities not covered by insurance, and in 2022, 631 employees participated, with a total of $201,141 reimbursed.

Mental health resources: All employees and their family members have free access to Modern Health, a mental well-being platform that provides comprehensive mental health care, including one-on-one clinical therapy and coaching, self-led courses, and group workshops.

Mental Health First Aid: In 2023, all employees will have access to a Mental Health First Aid course for free, designed to help them recognize signs and symptoms of mental health challenges and connect those in need with the right resources. Organic Valley is committed to enabling a healthy human livelihood for all of its employees and is proud to support them at every stage of life as they experience exciting changes, challenges, and unique needs.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

We are on a journey of continuous improvement to become a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization. Most recently, we have taken thoughtful steps in the areas of gender and racial equity. In 2023, we will continue our partnership with nINA Collective to evolve our racial equity work into a long-term plan for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) at the cooperative level.

Gender equity

Our male-to-female pay ratio is nearly equal. Every other year, data analysis is conducted to make sure this trend is maintained or improved.

Women make up 48% of our workforce.

Women hold 45% of leadership roles (and 43% of upper leadership roles).

Racial Equity

Diversity in agriculture is needed, and Organic Valley is committed to being part of the solution by funding projects that support diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Since 2016, we have awarded DEIB-specific grants to organizations like Midwest Organic and Sustainable Education Service (MOSES), Renewing the Countryside, and Planting Justice to name a few.

Our Racial Equity Core Team sponsors monthly recognitions of DEIB holidays and remembrances through internal communication avenues and engagement opportunities. Recognitions have included Native American Heritage Month, Hispanic Heritage Month, Black History Month, and many more — most of which include paid learning opportunities for staff to participate in.