Least Processed Foods at Target
Good & Gather replaced Archer Farms and Market Pantry as Target's flagship food brand. With 23,000+ products in our database, Good & Gather positions itself as clean-label but our data shows scores vary widely by category.
Target at a Glance
15 Least Processed Target Brands
Brands ranked by lowest average processing score across all their products in this category.
| Rank | Brand | Products | Scores | Ultra | Minimal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Good & gather | 10,249 | 4.3 4.7 | 865 | 3005 |
| 2 | Good and gather | 4 | 7.4 5.5 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 | Market pantry | 9,372 | 9.1 4.4 | 4047 | 1129 |
| 4 | Favorite day | 3,451 | 17.4 1.7 | 2835 | 3 |
Closest Look: Top 5 Least Processed
Least Processed Target Products
Individual products with the lowest processing scores.
Most Processed Target Products
Individual products with the highest processing scores.
What to Look for on the Label
- 1Good & Gather branding emphasizes clean labels — verify with actual ingredient lists
- 2Target's organic Good & Gather line tends to have simpler formulations
- 3Compare Good & Gather to both Walmart Great Value and premium national brands
- 4Favorite Day (Target's treats brand) scores significantly higher than Good & Gather
Most Processed Target Brands
For comparison — brands with the highest average processing scores.
| Rank | Brand | Products | Scores | Ultra | Minimal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Favorite day | 3,451 | 17.4 1.7 | 2835 | 3 |
| 2 | Market pantry | 9,372 | 9.1 4.4 | 4047 | 1129 |
| 3 | Good and gather | 4 | 7.4 5.5 | 0 | 0 |
| 4 | Good & gather | 10,249 | 4.3 4.7 | 865 | 3005 |
How We Score Products
Every product is evaluated using two independent scores. The Processing Score (lower is better) measures the degree of industrial processing based on ingredient analysis, including the presence of artificial additives, preservatives, and highly modified ingredients. The Nutrition Score (higher is better) rates overall nutritional quality, rewarding protein and fiber while penalizing excess sodium, added sugars, and saturated fat.
Products are assigned to one of four processing levels: Minimal (score ≤ 2.5), Processed (2.6 – 5.0), Highly Processed (5.1 – 8.0), and Ultra-Processed (above 8.0). Brand averages are calculated across all products in the category to produce the rankings shown here.
Based on analysis of 1.98 million products in the USDA FoodData Central database. For a deeper look at the methodology, see our Processing Score guide and Two-Score System explanation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Good & Gather less processed than Great Value?
On average, Good & Gather scores lower than Great Value. Target has positioned this brand with cleaner labels, and our data confirms shorter ingredient lists in many categories.
Which Target products are most processed?
Favorite Day (Target's indulgence brand) and some Good & Gather frozen meals score highest. Fresh and refrigerated Good & Gather items score lowest.
How does Target compare to Whole Foods?
Whole Foods' 365 brand averages lower processing scores than Good & Gather, but the gap is smaller than many consumers expect — and Target is significantly more affordable.
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Disclaimer: All tools and data visualizations are provided for educational and informational purposes only. They are not intended as health, medical, or dietary advice. Product formulations change frequently — always check the actual label for current ingredients and nutrition facts before making purchasing decisions. Consult healthcare professionals for personalized dietary guidance.