Raised by US family farmers committed to sustainable and humane practices (Niman Ranch's Sustainable and Humane Practices: Our livestock are raised outdoors or in deeply bedded pens by farmers committed to preserving the land and its resources for future generations). Raised with care. All natural (Minimally processed. No artificial ingredients.). No nitrates or nitrites added except for naturally occurring nitrates in celery powder. From pork raised with no antibiotics - ever. No added hormones - ever (Federal regulations prohibit the use of hormones in pork). All vegetarian feeds. We've crafted a no-sugar bacon so that you won't even notice the sugar is missing. Hand rubbed with just a few ingredients and smoked over real hardwood, resulting in a flavorful addition to any meal. Sustainable Family Traditions: To us, sustainability is preserving the land and its resources, as well as the livelihood of independent US family farmers. Compassion for Our Animals: We care for our animals by raising them outdoors or in deeply bedded pens, so they can root and roam as nature intended. No. 1 Finest Tasting Meat in the World: These guiding principles allow us to consistently deliver the highest quality, all-natural (Minimally processed. No artificial ingredients) meats. Niman Ranch Pork is: Certified Humane (Meets the Humane Farm Animal Care Program standards, which include nutritious diet without antibiotics, animals raised with shelter, resting areas, sufficient space and the ability to engage in natural behaviors). Raised & handled. certifiedhumane.org. Commitment to Family Farmers: We're proud to support a network of independent US family farms - more than 740 and growing.