London—Ecovia Intelligence, a research, consulting, and training company that focuses on global ethical product industries, announced key topics to be discussed at the 11th North American edition of the Sustainable Foods Summit, taking place virtually on January 25-28, 2021. The event will explore the impact the COVID-19 pandemic is having...
With the recent news of COVID and the presidential election of 2020, many have been experiencing higher levels of stress and loss of sleep. Sleep is a critical component to a strong immune system and recent news has also reported Melatonin as a treatment for COVID-19. I have received many questions about...
Arnhem, Netherlands—In October 2020, Innova Market Insights released its annual Top Ten Trends report to gives retailers, brands, and manufacturers insight into consumer demands. Coming in at #5 on the list: Immune Health. Innova reported that anxieties over COVID-19 will continue to be a key focus for 2021 and beyond,...
We like to say that when life throws you for a loop and you’re stuck at home, it’s time to seize the opportunity and focus on some self-care. Here are a few of my picks to keep you pampered and nourished inside and out. Now is the time to use...
Washington, D.C.—The Natural Products Association (NPA) wrote a letter to California Governor Gavin Newsom asserting the necessity of keeping essential businesses, including health food stores, to remain open under new COVID-19 restrictions. California is announcing a regional stay-at-home order triggered by ICU capacity. The order explains that health officials are...
Naperville, IL—KeHE Distributors has opened a new distribution center located in West Ellettsville, in southern Indiana, according to a press release. The 376,512 square-foot facility will replace the distribution center in Bloomington, IN. The distribution center uses energy-efficient LED lighting, an Alta cooler and freezer system, and energy monitoring systems.
We’ve all been taking things one day at a time, but members of the industry are beginning to consider what will happen post-pandemic. At the Natural Product Association’s (NPA) The Big Natural (TBN), which took place November 30-December 1, there was a sentiment echoed by experts across the conference: Dietary...
Irvine, CA—Nearly nine in 10 consumers say COVID-19 will impact their holiday plans, according to a recent Advantage Sales report with over 1,000 participants, conducted in mid-September. The report projects that winter holidays will see a drop in participation, including Christmas (23-point decrease) and New Year’s Eve (27-point decrease). “Communities...
Paris, France—Danone is reorganizing in order to put local first, according to a press release. A statement from Chairman and CEO Emmanuel Faber explains that Danone faces a paradox: On one hand, Danone’s healthy and sustainable brands are “more relevant in today’s world,” but on the other hand, the company...
Two in three consumers are concerned that they are not getting enough vitamin D, according to a survey from Lycored. Lycored surveyed 500 physically active consumers in the U.S., Australia, and New Zealand, according to a press release, and found that 66% of consumers are concerned that spending more time...
