Trader Joe's and Taylor Farms products are eerily similar
With recall information being publicly accessible, fans of Trader Joe's and online detectives are convinced that Taylor Farms, known for its own bagged salads and pre-portioned snack kits, is the actual producer of the salad kits available at Trader Joe's. To eliminate any lingering doubts, the products themselves exhibit some striking similarities. For instance, both Trader Joe's and Taylor Farms offer comparable items, particularly the distinctive dill pickle salad kit, which features nearly identical greens and dill pickle ranch dressing packets. It stands to reason that if the same company is responsible for both products under different labels, there would be noticeable similarities in the final offerings.
Moreover, if you've ever picked up a product—whether a salad or something else—that seemed uniquely Trader Joe's but gave you a sense of déjà vu, you're not just imagining it. While Trader Joe's typically avoids selling name-brand items in favor of exclusive products, it often draws inspiration from popular offerings. This sometimes leads to what can be seen as duplicates of well-known brand products. There's a reason a particular Trader Joe's facial sunscreen was recently praised as an exact replica of a highly sought-after brand, or why its bottled green juice smoothies closely resemble those of a major brand. Indeed, the same companies are behind them.
Trader Joe's cuts out the middle man -- which saves us all money
In contrast to conventional big box retailers like Kroger, Target, or Walmart, Trader Joe's deviates from the typical approach of stocking shelves primarily with products from food companies vying for a spot in the retailer's inventory. Instead, you'll discover items that appear to be crafted in-house by Trader Joe's, yet are actually produced by various external manufacturers specifically for the stores. This streamlined process, which eliminates the middleman, allows Trader Joe's to maintain lower-than-average prices while offering private label products that feel unique and exclusive. Additionally, this model enhances the store's control over quality and product selection.
This is just one of the many ways Trader Joe's stands out — you won't find self-checkout lanes or sales at TJ's, but we appreciate its distinctive charm. While approximately 80% of its inventory consists of private label products, there is still a small selection of sought-after name-brand items that earn their place on the shelves.
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