Research Policy

Welch's has always been known as a family-friendly company and we treasure the trust our consumers have placed in Welch's and our products for generations. We strive to provide consumers with products for their families that meet only the highest standards.

For years, Welch's has supported leading medical researchers studying the health benefits of Welch's Concord grape juice and Welch's Niagara grape juice. We are committed to providing consumers with the scientific findings on Concord grape juice and Niagara grape juice so they can make informed decisions about their and their families' health and diet.

Welch's believes that the scientific research on Concord grape juice and Niagara grape juice must meet the highest standards as well. As scientific research capability is advancing rapidly, we believe it is appropriate to adopt the following formal policy on Welch's scientific research:

Welch's is committed to scientific research on the vital connection between diet and health
Welch's is committed to communicating to consumers the scientific findings relevant to Concord grape juice and Niagara grape juice to enable them to make informed decisions
Welch's is committed to scientifically valid research alternatives to animal testing
Welch's will not fund animal research.

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