What are the advantages of buying items in bulk?
Shopping in the bulk foods department is helpful to the environment because it reduces packaging materials. You can save money on your favorite items by buying them from the bulk section. The bulk foods department is also a great way to explore new foods. You can purchase a small quantity of anything to see if it suits your taste. The bulk spice section offers a variety of organic and natural spices. Many people buy bulk spices when they are trying out new recipes. Buying bulk allows you to get exactly the amount you need so your spices are always fresh. Our bulk section features herbs, spices, and teas from Frontier. Frontier is a local Iowa company. For more information check out Frontier's website to learn more about their selection. If you want a Frontier product we do not currently offer in our store, ask a member of the Roots staff about special ordering it for you.
What can I find in the bulk foods department?
 organic coffee |
rice and wild rice |
| organic tea |
bread and pastry flour |
| raw and roasted nuts |
yogurt covered pretzels |
| dried unsulfured fruits |
herbs and spices |
| oatmeal and steel cut oats |
grains |
| a variety of granola |
beans and legumes |
| hearty trail mix |
raw sunflower and flax seeds |
| chocolate chips and candy |
wheat and rice pasta |
| organic extra virgin olive oil |
local Shell Rock honey |
| a peanut butter machine |
many more items! |
How do I shop from the bulk foods section?
Shopping from our bulk foods department is fun and easy so don't be afraid to explore.
Here are some easy steps to assist you with making your purchases.
1. If you bring a container from home, please have a cashier weigh it to get a tare weight.
2. Write the tare weight on your container.
3. If you don't have a container, choose from the variety of bags available in our bulk section.
4. You can also find containers below the peanut butter machine and beneath the liquid bulk
display. We offer small or large containers to meet your needs. They only cost 75 cents
and you can reuse them on your next visit.
5. Please use the clean scoops provided to get bulk items and place used scoops in the
designated area.
6. To use the gravity bins, place your bag below the funnel opening and slowly lift up the
sliding door. After the desired product drops into your bag, slide the door back down to
close the bin.
7. For each item you select, please remember to write the price per pound on your bag or
on the twisty tie so the cashier can quickly weigh your bulk items when you check out.
8. If you need any assistance, don't hesitate to ask one of the staff members questions. We
are here to help you.
If you shop in the morning, be sure to say hello to Cara, our bulk department manager.