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April 7, 2025

Proclamation Honoring Retaaza for our Work in the Metro Atlanta Coalition for Healthy Neighborhoods

On April 4th, known locally as 404 Day, we were honored to receive a proclamation from the Georgia General Assembly recognizing the powerful collaboration between the Metro Atlanta Coalition for Healthy Neighborhoods (MACHN), Wholesome Wave Georgia, and Retaaza. Together, we’ve been working hand-in-hand to address longstanding disparities in healthcare access, food security, and overall well-being across metro Atlanta.

December 5, 2024

Retaaza Featured in the Inaugural TAG Cleantech & Sustainability Ecosystem Report

We are honored to share that Retaaza is featured in the inaugural TAG Cleantech & Sustainability Ecosystem Report by the Technology Association of Georgia (TAG) Smart Communities and Sustainability Society. This comprehensive report highlights Georgia’s efforts to drive sustainable economic growth through innovation, collaboration, and the commercialization of technologies that address climate challenges.

November 11, 2024

Second Helpings Atlanta and Retaaza Partner to Combat Food Insecurity for for Nearly 600,000 People in Metro Atlanta with Fresh, Locally Sourced Produce from Georgia Farmers

Second Helpings Atlanta, Georgia’s leading food logistics non-profit, has partnered with Retaaza, a social enterprise pioneering on-farm food rescue and community food access through their innovative supply chain, in a groundbreaking Food Rescue Partnership to transform fresh food access across metro Atlanta. By compensating Georgia’s farmers at a fair price that helps cover the costs of growing and harvesting their produce, this initiative provides a revenue stream for farmers, while also delivering fresh produce to families in need.

October 18, 2024

How You Can Support Georgia Farmers After Hurricane Helene

In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, Georgia’s farmers are facing significant challenges as they work to recover from damaged crops and infrastructure. According to preliminary estimates shared by Governor Brian Kemp and Nick Place, Dean and Director of UGA's College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, the total economic impact of the hurricane is expected to exceed $6 billion, including direct losses to crops of $1.8 billion.

September 23, 2024

Retaaza Joins 1% for the Planet: Giving Back to Protect Our Environment

We are excited to announce that Retaaza has been accepted as a member of 1% for the Planet - a global movement dedicated to supporting environmental solutions. This membership represents our own commitment to protecting our one planet and its resources, and ensuring that our business practices align with these values.

June 24, 2024

Retaaza Officially Certified as a Woman-Owned Business!

We are thrilled to announce that Retaaza has achieved esteemed certifications from the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) and Small Business Administration (SBA) as a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB). These certifications mark a significant milestone in our journey, reinforcing our commitment to empowering women in the business world and promoting diversity within our industry.

March 20, 2024

USDA Releases 2022 Census of Agriculture Data

The agricultural landscape of the United States is ever-evolving, shaped by a multitude of factors ranging from economic shifts to generational transitions. The recently released results of the 2022 Census of Agriculture, conducted by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS), offer a comprehensive glimpse into the state of America’s farms and ranches.

October 10, 2023

Retaaza Becomes a Certified B Corporation

Big news! Retaaza is now officially a Certified B Corporation! We are proud to represent the B corp community's values and lead by example showing that you can create a better, more equitable supply chain in agriculture that cares about all of its stakeholders.

October 6, 2023

Retaaza Awarded Best Social Impact Startup at Atlanta Startup Awards 2023

Retaaza was honored with the title of Best Social Impact Startup by Startup Atlanta. This accolade was part of Startup Atlanta's Atlanta Startup Awards, held in the historic West End at Monday Night Garage at Lee + White.

August 31, 2023

Lifetime Achievement Honorees & Finalists Announced for the 2023 Atlanta Startup Awards

Startup Atlanta, a community non-profit focused on connecting and growing the local startup ecosystem, announced today its 2023 Lifetime Achievement Honorees and Awards Finalists. These outstanding individuals and companies will be officially recognized at the Atlanta Startup Awards on Thursday, October 5th, 2023.

July 25, 2023

Local organizations rally to address community needs in metro Atlanta

The American Heart Association, Retaaza, Wholesome Wave Georgia, Fulton-Dekalb Hospital Authority, and Lucky Shoals Community Association have formed a coalition with the hopes of combining resources as well as health and wellness change agents to create a healthier metro Atlanta community.

January 31, 2023

Retaaza's Sarah Steffan Named 2023 Atlanta Sustainability Ambassador

Retaaza's own Sarah Steffan named to City of Atlanta's class of 2023 Sustainability Ambassadors program.

November 21, 2022

Retaaza Featured in Hypepotamus - Grab A Plate: These Founders Are Rethinking How We Get Our Food

Retaaza (a combination of English and Hindi words), is on a mission to “refresh how people think about the food system,” Sehgal told Hypepotamus. That means creating hyperlocal, flexible supply chains that connect Georgia’s agricultural ecosystem to urban businesses.

November 18, 2022

Fresh & Local Retaaza Holiday Boxes!

Send a sweet, local, healthy, and delicious treat that will stand out amongst all the sugar AND help our farmers, our hungry, and our local communities!

November 8, 2022

Retaaza Participates In Sunday Supper South To Benefit James Beard Foundation

This past weekend Retaaza had the opportunity to support the James Beard Foundation through the Sunday Supper South event at Ponce City Market (PCM).

November 3, 2022

Retaaza Featured As Part of the Solution to Wasted Food on Drawdown GA Blog

We define food waste as any surplus food, food (both edible and inedible) that is not sold or consumed by businesses or individuals – food that isn’t donated, composted, or otherwise recycled. To gain a greater understanding of how food waste is generated, please see this previous blog post on Fighting Food Waste.

July 14, 2022

Retaaza Named as Member of Drawdown Georgia Business Compact

Drawdown Georgia Business Compact announced Retaaza as the 32nd company to join the group whose founding members include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Atlanta Gas Light, Coca-Cola, Cox Enterprises, Delta Air Lines, Google, Norfolk Southern, and UPS.

June 16, 2022

Retaaza CEO Receives Gateway Center’s 2022 Outstanding Individual Volunteer Award

Retaaza Founder and CEO, Kashi Sehgal, takes her passion for being in service to others beyond Retaaza.

April 28, 2022

Partnership for Inclusive Innovation: Beyond Farm-to-Fork

This article shared by the Partnership of Inclusive Innovation features Retaaza as an organization supporting farmers in the many challenges they must overcome.

April 13, 2022

Holistically Heal Thyself Podcast Featuring Retaaza

Retaaza CEO and Founder, Kashi Sehgal, was a guest on the Holistically Heal Thy-Self Podcast, where she talked about her journey with Retaaza, holistic solutions, self care for health, and more.

April 1, 2022

Partnership for Inclusive Innovation: A Look at AgTech in Georgia

This article shared by the Partnership of Inclusive Innovation features Retaaza’s mission to make food more affordable and accessible to people in Georgia who are food insecure.

February 24, 2022

Partnership for Inclusive Innovation Awards Major Grant to Retaaza

Retaaza has been awarded a major grant from the Partnership for Inclusive Innovation to further its work in the areas of food waste, food insecurity, and sustainability.

November 8, 2021

Retaaza Featured in 10th Anniversary Edition of Georgia Grown Magazine

Retaaza Founder and CEO, Kashi Sehgal, was featured in the 2021 Georgia Grown magazine. Sehgal addresses Georiga’s food waste and food insecurity issues while sharing what Retaaza can do to help.

October 27, 2021

Retaaza Featured in Georgia Hospital Association's “Twentyfourseven” Magazine

Women CEOs partner to tackle food and population health issues.

July 5, 2021

Clinch Memorial Hospital Advances Georgia Grown Initiative

Clinch Memorial Hospital has prioritized serving locally sourced produce and meats. To further this effort, their café recently partnered with Retaaza.

June 29, 2021

Clinch Memorial Hospital Partners With Retaaza To Stimulate Farm-To-Table Initiative

Clinch Memorial Hospital partners with Retaaza to stimulate farm-to-table initiative

For press or speaking inquiries, please reach out to press@retaaza.com.

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April 7, 2025

Proclamation Honoring Retaaza for our Work in the Metro Atlanta Coalition for Healthy Neighborhoods

On April 4th, known locally as 404 Day, we were honored to receive a proclamation from the Georgia General Assembly recognizing the powerful collaboration between the Metro Atlanta Coalition for Healthy Neighborhoods (MACHN), Wholesome Wave Georgia, and Retaaza. Together, we’ve been working hand-in-hand to address longstanding disparities in healthcare access, food security, and overall well-being across metro Atlanta.

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Big news! Retaaza is now officially a Certified B Corporation! We are proud to represent the B corp community's values and lead by example showing that you can create a better, more equitable supply chain in agriculture that cares about all of its stakeholders.

Retaaza was honored with the title of Best Social Impact Startup by Startup Atlanta. This accolade was part of Startup Atlanta's Atlanta Startup Awards, held in the historic West End at Monday Night Garage at Lee + White.

The American Heart Association, Retaaza, Wholesome Wave Georgia, Fulton-Dekalb Hospital Authority, and Lucky Shoals Community Association have formed a coalition with the hopes of combining resources as well as health and wellness change agents to create a healthier metro Atlanta community.

Retaaza's own Sarah Steffan named to City of Atlanta's class of 2023 Sustainability Ambassadors program.

Retaaza (a combination of English and Hindi words), is on a mission to “refresh how people think about the food system,” Sehgal told Hypepotamus. That means creating hyperlocal, flexible supply chains that connect Georgia’s agricultural ecosystem to urban businesses.

Send a sweet, local, healthy, and delicious treat that will stand out amongst all the sugar AND help our farmers, our hungry, and our local communities!

This past weekend Retaaza had the opportunity to support the James Beard Foundation through the Sunday Supper South event at Ponce City Market (PCM).

Drawdown Georgia Business Compact announced Retaaza as the 32nd company to join the group whose founding members include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Atlanta Gas Light, Coca-Cola, Cox Enterprises, Delta Air Lines, Google, Norfolk Southern, and UPS.

Retaaza Founder and CEO, Kashi Sehgal, takes her passion for being in service to others beyond Retaaza.

This article shared by the Partnership of Inclusive Innovation features Retaaza as an organization supporting farmers in the many challenges they must overcome.

Retaaza CEO and Founder, Kashi Sehgal, was a guest on the Holistically Heal Thy-Self Podcast, where she talked about her journey with Retaaza, holistic solutions, self care for health, and more.

This article shared by the Partnership of Inclusive Innovation features Retaaza’s mission to make food more affordable and accessible to people in Georgia who are food insecure.

Retaaza has been awarded a major grant from the Partnership for Inclusive Innovation to further its work in the areas of food waste, food insecurity, and sustainability.

Retaaza Founder and CEO, Kashi Sehgal, was featured in the 2021 Georgia Grown magazine. Sehgal addresses Georiga’s food waste and food insecurity issues while sharing what Retaaza can do to help.

Women CEOs partner to tackle food and population health issues.

Clinch Memorial Hospital has prioritized serving locally sourced produce and meats. To further this effort, their café recently partnered with Retaaza.

Clinch Memorial Hospital partners with Retaaza to stimulate farm-to-table initiative

Proclamation Honoring Retaaza for our Work in the Metro Atlanta Coalition for Healthy Neighborhoods

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