While you won't find traditional foie gras, Whole Foods typically stocks several ethically-sourced liver products and plant-based alternatives:
in its stores . This is a formal, company-wide policy based on the retailer's "Animal Welfare Quality Standards," which prohibit the sale of products derived from the force-feeding (gavage) of ducks and geese. Why Whole Foods Doesn't Carry It
: Whole Foods adheres to strict meat quality standards that require third-party animal welfare certifications.
: Foie gras is among more than 300 ingredients and food products prohibited storewide. Alternatives Available at Whole Foods
Carnivore Chicken Liver Pate (Animal-Based, Primal, Paleo, AIP)
: The specific practice of force-feeding is considered a violation of their "compassion standards," leading them to officially ban the product and terminate contracts with any suppliers involved in its production.