Once Upon a Farm Completed Public Offering in February
The company, which focuses on organic food products, began trading on the New York Stock Exchange earlier this year.
Updated on Sept. 18, 2026 in Organic Food
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Once Upon a Farm officially completed its initial public offering on February 9, 2026, at a price of $18 per share. The company, which is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol OFRM, achieved a valuation of approximately $724.2 million at the time of the offering.
Why it matters
This market transition marks a significant milestone for the organic food brand, which was founded in 2015 and later gained notable public involvement. The firm secured approximately $139.3 million in net proceeds through the issuance of 7,631,537 shares alongside the sale of existing stock.
Official filings confirm the company valuation reached $724.2 million during the IPO. The process involved the issuance of over 7.6 million new shares alongside the divestment of 3,365,672 shares by existing stockholders.
The players
Once Upon a Farm
A company specializing in organic food products that recently transitioned to a publicly traded entity.
Jennifer Garner
An actress and co-founder of the company who holds a 7.1% stake.
Cassandra Curtis
A co-founder who helped establish the organic food brand in 2015.
Ari Raz
A co-founder who partnered to launch the company in 2015.
New York Stock Exchange
The public exchange where the company stock trades under the symbol OFRM.
The details
The offering involved a dual-track approach where the firm issued new shares to raise capital while existing stakeholders sold a portion of their holdings. This equity structure provided the company with $139.3 million in net proceeds to support its ongoing operations in the organic food sector. The stock now trades publicly on the New York Stock Exchange, making the company's financial results and market valuation a matter of public record.
Timeline
The company was started by Cassandra Curtis and Ari Raz in 2015.
Jennifer Garner joined as a co-founder in 2017.
The initial public offering concluded on February 9, 2026.
The value of Jennifer Garner's stake decreased to $55 million in August 2026.
Health Landscape
The public listing of this brand follows a pattern of growth within the premium organic food sector, highlighting the increasing commercialization of wellness-focused nutrition. It reflects a wider market effort to bring natural, organic options into the mainstream retail landscape.
Investors and consumers interested in the company should note that the firm's market value can fluctuate, as seen with the shift in stake valuation from $64 million to $55 million between February and August. Consult with a financial professional regarding any stock-related decisions.
The takeaway
Market shifts can impact the value of holdings in publicly traded health companies over time. It is a prudent practice to regularly track official financial disclosures if you maintain an investment interest in the wellness industry.
Further reading
For broader trends in the industry, see our Organic Food section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Economic Times.
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