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Merchandising Insights

DSHEA at 30—Where’s our grassroots army?

U.S. independent retailers share their thoughts on the state of the industry.

June 13, 2024

Jay Jacobowitz, President & Founder, Retail Insights

Does the natural products industry still have the cohesiveness to fight the constant legislative battles to preserve access to our products? A new survey of U.S. independent retailers highlights the challenges.

Trade Secrets

There is Too Much at Stake to Tune Out

April 12, 2024

Karen Howard, CEO and Executive Director of Organic & Natural Health Association

Abandoning our role as advocates for the natural products industry is not an option. There is too much at stake. Here are some ways you can take action now.

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Natural Products Industry Calls Out FTC on Randomized Clinical Trial Requirement

The group says FTC, in conjunction with FDA, is trying to impose drug standards on supplements.

April 5, 2024

Maggie Jaqua, Content Director

Learn about the issue, how it impacts the natural products industry—and how industry members are taking action.

The Natural View: NPA's Kyle Turk on Anti-Supplement Legislation

Tune in for an update on one of the most pressing issues facing the natural products industry right now.

March 21, 2024

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Kyle Turk, Director of Government Affairs, NPA, offers an update on efforts to put age restrictions on certain dietary supplements in the sports nutrition and weight loss categories.

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NPA Announces Annual Fly-in Day

“Engagement matters; I cannot stress enough how important 2024 is for this industry,” said NPA's Daniel Fabricant, Ph.D.

February 8, 2024

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

NPA is inviting industry members to join fellow advocates from around the Natural Products industry for a day of education, inspiration, and networking on Capitol Hill.

Naturally Informed Education

The Impact of Current Policy & Enforcement on the Potential of the Active Nutrition Market

In this session from Active Aging: Mastering the Market, experts discuss current issues in enforcement priorities.

January 20, 2024

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

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Organic & Natural Health Gears Up for 10th Anniversary Conference

The event will feature transformative discussions with industry leaders.

January 4, 2024

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

The Organic & Natural Health Association (O&N Health) conference is designed to optimize networking opportunities while engaging in deep and meaningful discussions on issues facing the natural products industry and the consumers it serves.

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2024 Call to Action for the Natural Products Industry

30 years after the passage of DSHEA, what are the most pressing issues facing the industry? Trade associations leaders weigh in.

December 28, 2023

WholeFoods Magazine Contributor

2024 marks the 30th anniversary of the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA). What issues are most pressing right now? Take a look.

The Natural View: Ensuring the Longevity of the Natural Products Industry with the NPA

Tune in for a discussion on the most pressing issues facing the industry right now.

October 18, 2023

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Daniel Fabricant, Ph.D., President and CEO of the Natural Products Association (NPA) discusses the most pressing issues facing the industry right now, and how is NPA working on behalf of the industry on these issues.