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GNC Takes Steps to Protect Long-Term Prospects from COVID-19

April 6, 2020

Pittsburgh, PA—GNC Holdings announced in a press release that as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the company has had to make “some difficult decisions” in order to protect the business’s long-term prospects. Measures taken include: A reduction in operating expenses including a hiring freeze and eliminating corporate merit increases...

Nielsen Data Reveals Fresh Produce Sales Gains

April 3, 2020

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

New data from Nielsen shows how COVID-19 has impacted food and beverages categories. Noteworthy: While shelf-stable products and meat continue to perform well, consumers have increasingly been reaching for fresh produce. The overall poduce deptartment is up +26.4% for the week ending 3/28/20; and up +20.9% for the four-week period...

"Weathering the Storm"—Webinars Offer Advice for Brands & Retailers

April 3, 2020

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

How do you set your business up for success during uncertain times? Daniel Lohman, CPSA, CPG, of Brand Secrets and Strategies, is answering that question in his webinar series. “Because of these uncertain times, a lot of brands are struggling to figure out what do they do next,” Lohman says.

CGA: Top 10 Tips for Safe Shopping

April 3, 2020

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Sacramento, CA—The California Grocers Association (CGA) has released its list of Top 10 Tips for Safe Shopping to help guide best practices for consumers. "Convenient and safe access to food and essential products at local grocery stores is more critical than ever during these uncertain times," said Ron Fong, President...

FDA, FTC Issue Warning Letters for COVID-19 Claims

April 3, 2020

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Washington, D.C.—The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that the FDA and Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued warning letters to three companies for selling fraudulent COVID-19 products. The letters went to Gaia’s Whole Healing Essentials LLC, Homeomart Indibuy, and Health Mastery Systems DBA Pure Plant Essentials. Gaia’s Whole Healing Essentials...

Nevada Gov Orders Closures of Health Food Stores; NPA Responds

April 3, 2020

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

UPDATE April 8, 2020: As of 7:45 AM EST, the order to close health food stores has not been lifted for the state of Nevada, according to the NPA. The association told WholeFoods Magazine in an email that Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak and Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford have not...

E-commerce Strategies for COVID-19 & Beyond

April 1, 2020

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

As the nation adjusts to shelter-in-place orders necessitated by the rise in COVID-19 infections across the country, brands in the natural products industry are working hard to ensure that consumers have access to the products that can help them maintain a healthy lifestyle. Several webinars and podcasts have taken place...

Whole Foods Market Employees Plan "Mass Sick Out"

March 31, 2020

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Increasing concerns over the health and safety of workers amid the spread of COVID-19 has lead to several strikes. Yesterday (March 30, 2020) employees at Amazon and Instacart announced plans to walk off the job in a show of solidarity for better pay and protection. Today, workers at Whole Foods...

IFT20 Expo Going Virtual

March 31, 2020

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Chicago, IL—The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) announced in a press release that it will transition the IFT20 Annual Event and Food Expo to a virtual experience. The move is an effort to prioritize the health and safety of participants and the broader community. Previously slated to convene at McCormick...

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DHS Updates Advisory Memo: Supplements Now Essential Businesses

March 30, 2020

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Washington, D.C.—The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has updated its advisory memo on identification of essential critical infrastructure workers during COVID-19: It now explicitly mentions manufacturer workers for dietary supplements as being essential. It also includes food manufacturer employees and their supplier employees; workers supporting groceries and any other retail...