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Banza’s Landmark 543-Fold Glyphosate Reduction in Pasta Proves Cleaner Food Is Achievable Industry-Wide at No Extra Cost and With No Loss of Taste
Asheville, NC (July 20, 2026) — Moms Across America today launched a nationwide consumer pressure campaign calling on Bob’s Red Mill to immediately eliminate or drastically reduce glyphosate residues in its popular gluten-free flour and related products.
A copy of the letter sent to Bob’s Red Mill CEO, Trey Winthrop, is below.
The campaign follows Banza’s extraordinary success in slashing glyphosate levels **543 times** in its chickpea pasta in just one year — dropping from an average of 2,836 parts per billion (ppb) to under 10 ppb — proving that major reductions in pesticide residues are commercially viable without raising prices or compromising taste and quality.
“Every company has the opportunity — and now a clear roadmap — to put cleaner ingredients on our plates,” said **Zen Honeycutt**, Founder of Moms Across America. “Banza showed the entire food industry what is possible when brands respond to consumer demand with real action. We are calling on Bob’s Red Mill to demonstrate similar leadership.”
Independent testing commissioned by Moms Across America revealed 151 ppb of glyphosate in Bob’s Red Mill gluten-free flour. Following similar consumer pressure and testing, Banza dramatically improved its sourcing and supply chain practices, achieving levels considered non-detectable by most laboratories and comparable to the cleanest organic products.
Banza’s Verified Results:
- Average glyphosate reduced **543-fold** in roughly 12 months.
- Highest individual cooked sample: undetectable
- No price increase to consumers.
- Same great taste and texture.
The improvements were confirmed through independent testing of 18 retail samples by Health Research Institute Laboratories and Genista Biosciences, with additional verification via The Detox Project’s CleanScan Certification.
“Banza has demonstrated in the clearest possible terms that significant reductions in pesticide residues are not theoretical — they are achievable in practice, on a commercial scale, in about a year, at no extra cost to families, and without any compromise on taste or quality,” said Honeycutt. “We hope Bob’s Red Mill follows this example and exhibits similar leadership for the health of American families.”
How Banza Did It in One Year:
- Shifted sourcing to chickpeas grown in naturally dry climates, avoiding chemical desiccants.
- Implemented strict contractual prohibitions on glyphosate and other desiccants with all farming partners.
- Earned CleanScan Certification with transparent, ongoing third-party testing accessible via QR code on packaging.
- Partnered with Moms Across America for independent retail-sample verification.
Moms Across America is calling on consumers to:
- Contact Bob’s Red Mill and urge them to #GetGlyphosateOFFOurPlates.
- Tag @bobsredmill on social media.
- Support brands that demonstrate real commitment to cleaner food.
“This is far more than one brand’s success story,” added Honeycutt. “It is concrete proof that food companies across pasta, grains, snacks, cereals, and beyond can rapidly clean up their supply chains. There is no longer any excuse for inaction.”
Full laboratory reports, including cooked-sample results, are available upon request.
About Moms Across America
Moms Across America is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to educating families about toxins in food, water, and the environment while advocating for cleaner, safer options. Through independent testing, research, and grassroots action, the organization empowers consumers and drives greater accountability and transparency across the food industry.
Moms Across America Letter to Bob’s Red Mill CEO, Trey Winthrop
Trey Winthrop
|Chief Executive Officer
Bob’s Red Mill Natural Foods
13521 SE Pheasant Court
Milwaukie, OR 97222
July 20, 2026
Dear Mr. Winthrop,
I am writing on behalf of Moms Across America, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to educating families about toxins in our food, water, and environment while advocating for cleaner, safer options for American families.
We are reaching out today to respectfully urge Bob’s Red Mill to take immediate steps to eliminate or drastically reduce glyphosate residues in your popular gluten-free flour and related products. We believe this action would align strongly with your longstanding commitment to wholesome, natural foods and would demonstrate true industry leadership.
Recent independent testing commissioned by Moms Across America detected 151 parts per billion (ppb) of glyphosate in Bob’s Red Mill gluten-free flour. While we recognize the challenges in supply chain management, Banza has provided a clear, achievable roadmap for meaningful improvement. In just one year, Banza reduced glyphosate levels in its chickpea pasta by an extraordinary **543-fold**—from an average of 2,836 ppb to under 10 ppb (with the highest individual cooked sample testing as undetectable). This was accomplished without any increase in consumer prices or compromise to taste and texture.
Banza achieved these results through practical steps that many companies can replicate:
- Shifting sourcing to avoid chemical desiccants.
- Implementing strict contractual prohibitions on glyphosate and other desiccants with farming partners.
- Earning CleanScan Certification with transparent, ongoing third-party testing.
- Partnering with independent organizations like Moms Across America for retail-sample verification.
These improvements were confirmed through rigorous independent testing by Health Research Institute Laboratories and Genista Biosciences.
As you know, consumer demand for cleaner food continues to grow. Banza’s success proves that significant reductions in pesticide residues are commercially viable on a large scale, at no extra cost to families, and without sacrificing quality. We are confident that Bob’s Red Mill, with its strong reputation for quality and innovation, is well-positioned to follow this example and set a new standard for the industry.
We kindly call on Bob’s Red Mill to join the movement toward cleaner ingredients by committing to eliminate glyphosate from your gluten-free flour products. We would welcome the opportunity to discuss this further and explore how Moms Across America might support your efforts through partnership, testing, or consumer education.
In the meantime, we are encouraging our supporters to contact Bob’s Red Mill directly and to use social media (#GetGlyphosateOFFOurPlates and tagging @bobsredmill) to share their desire for cleaner products from a brand they trust.
Thank you for your leadership and for considering this important request on behalf of the many families who rely on Bob’s Red Mill products. We look forward to your positive response and are available at your earliest convenience to discuss next steps.
Sincerely,
Zen Honeycutt
Founder
Moms Across America