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Company Research Report: 88 Acres



Company Overview



  • Name: 88 Acres

  • Mission: To craft delicious, inclusive food free of compromises; providing nutrition and flavors that everyone can enjoy, whether or not they have food allergies.

  • Founded: No information is available.

  • Founders: Nicole Ledoux and Rob Dalton.

  • Key People:

  • Nicole Ledoux (Co-Founder)

  • Rob Dalton (Co-Founder)

  • Headquarters: Canton, Massachusetts (recently moved from Dorchester, Massachusetts)

  • Number of Employees: No information is available.

  • Revenue: No information is available.

  • Known For: 88 Acres is known for its thoughtfully crafted bars and butters made with whole seeds and simple ingredients, produced in an allergen-friendly bakery. The company is also recognized for its commitment to producing non-compromised, flavorful food for all, including those with food allergies.


Products



Seed + Oat Bars


  • Description: Soft-baked bars made from whole seeds, offering a chewy and nourishing experience.

  • Key Features: Free from the top nine common food allergens, packed with nutrients from pumpkin seeds and other wholesome ingredients.


Protein Bars


  • Description: Chewy protein bars utilizing roasted pumpkin seeds for protein sourcing.

  • Key Features: Free from top allergens, providing a balanced amount of protein without compromising on taste and texture.


Seed Butters


  • Description: Creamy, smooth spreads made entirely from seeds.

  • Key Features: Allergy-friendly, nutrient-dense spreads with flavors such as dark chocolate sunflower seed butter.


Seed'nola


  • Description: Crunchy granola clusters.

  • Key Features: Made with seeds, free from common allergens, providing a crispy texture with a blend of sweet and savory flavors.


Recent Developments



  • New Facilities: In 2023, 88 Acres moved to a larger bakery and fulfillment warehouse in Canton, MA to meet growing demand and ensure continued quality production.

  • Team Expansion: Expanded the bakery team immensely with transportation support for existing team members from Dorchester.

  • New Product Launches: No information is available.

  • New Features: No information is available.

  • Partnerships: Partnered with neighborhood economic development groups to drive job growth and work with a local food startup accelerator.


88 Acres continuously emphasizes the importance of making high-quality, sustainable food that caters to a vast audience, promoting an inclusive food community. With their roots grounded in a passion for nutritious, allergen-friendly food and a personal connection to food allergies, the company seeks to continuously innovate and grow while maintaining their core values of celebrating food, never compromising, and fostering community.