Vegan. Native Forest Artichoke Hearts are conscientiously grown and packed in Peru according to principals of fair trade and sustainable agriculture. Our mission is to offer you the most delicious and healthful natural artichoke hearts while renewing the fertility of the soil using time tested, natural methods. We employ sustainable systems such as alternative weed and insect control, along with crop rotation to replenish soil nutritients. We believe sustainable farming makes sense for the land, the people and the product. The proof is in the great taste of Native Forest Artichokes: consistently fresh, tender, and flavorful. The quality that you taste is only a hint of the care that goes into each can. Product of Peru.