KOL Foods

KOL Foods formed in 2007 with a groundbreaking effort to produce the first glatt kosher, organically raised, local, grass-fed meat. The founder, Devora, established a three-pronged partnership with a synagogue in Washington, DC, a slaughterhouse, and a local farmer to produce the meat. Dozens of conscientious kosher consumers, who until then could only buy kosher meat raised in confinement with no regard for the environment or animal welfare, jumped at the chance to finally enjoy ethically sourced kosher meat. Since then, the vision became focused not only on doing 'less bad,' but 'more good' - particularly concerning animal agriculture's role in climate change. Today, KOL Foods ships to the entire continental United States and is proud to produce the only regenerative, 100% grass-fed, kosher beef and the only heritage kosher chicken in the United States.

KOL Foods focuses on partnering with ranchers and farmers who use regenerative farming practices to rebuild soils and improve the environment. They are committed to being a constructive part of changing agriculture's paradigm by improving regenerative grazing practices and creating financial incentives to help change agriculture. They also donate to organizations such as the Savory Institute, which provides ranchers with training in regenerative practices. The company operates in a LEED (Green) Certified Building that utilizes ground source heating and cooling, a green roof, and wind power for electricity needs. They deliver products using eco-friendly, compostable coolers made of recycled plant fibers, and one of their slaughterhouses converts its waste to biodiesel to power its trucking needs.

KOL Foods is committed to fair wages and practices for their farmers and employees. They support a variety of institutions committed to environmental sustainability and food security, including Green Bronx Machine and Difference Makers. The company strives to be conscientious participants in their communities. The founder, Devora Kimelman-Block, and her family are founding members of Eastern Village Cohousing, an award-winning LEED-certified green building. In the summer, Devora and her family enjoy working and living on partner farms that raise KOL Foods meat.