US-based speciality retailer Natural Grocers is set to open a new store on 18 January at Longview, Texas, marking its 20th outlet in the state.

The opening of the new 17,000ft² store will feature a ribbon-cutting ceremony, along with gift card giveaways to customers.

"The retailer offers 100% USDA-certified organic fresh produce, in addition to Always Affordable organic and natural products."

The retailer offers 100% USDA-certified organic fresh produce, in addition to Always Affordable organic and natural products. It also provides a nutritional health coach and free nutrition education classes to customers.

Natural Grocers sells a wide range of items such as organic produce, dietary supplements and 100% free-range eggs.

The company also intends to open a new 15,000ft² store in San Antonio in the first half of this year, creating 18 jobs.

Founded in 1955, the retailer currently operates 131 stores across 19 states, and employs 3,000 people.