Trader Joe's is a reliable source for organic foods and other natural products, often beating out the competition in terms of prices as well.

While the company adheres to high standards in its industry, there remains room for improvement. Trader Joe's carries some Fair Trade products but does little to educate consumers about the importance of fair trade.

Trader Joe's is already leading other food retailers in the phase-out of GMOs, carrying only cage-free hen eggs and not testing on animals.