Upcycling—taking would-be waste and turning it into a usable or edible product—is on the rise, although it’s better known globally than it is in the U.S., where manufacturers are still working to educate customers. Here's an update on where things stand now.

Each year, we invite WholeFoods Magazine readers to shine a light on excellence in the natural products industry. There are so many companies and individuals going above and beyond for their local and global communities, and making a positive impact on both consumers’ wellbeing and the health of the planet.

Sprouts Farmers Market's virtual event will be held in partnership with ECRM and will allow the grocery store to discover new private label manufacturers that focus on sustainability. 

The Summer Fancy Food Show 2023 showcased an array of extraordinary brands with fascinating stories to tell. From innovative and healthy ingredients to nostalgic family legacies, here are some standouts.

Gencor, Cepham, NXT USA, and Lipogen showcase their latest science and innovations in the natural products space.

The global functional drinks market size was estimated to be worth $204.8 billion in 2022, expected to achieve a CAGR of 7.1% from 2023 to 2030.

Earlier this year, the natural products industry gathered in Anaheim, CA, for the largest trade show in the naturals space, Natural Products Expo West. From plant-based proteins to sustainable packaging, here are some of the major trends we spotted and the brands leading the charge.

Wholly Veggie released Wholly Veggie Mozzarella Style Sticks with Truffle Flavor. 

More than 65,000 registered attendees and 3,000 exhibiting companies gathered at the Anaheim Convention Center March 7-11 for Natural Products Expo West. Natural and organic foods and beverages; clean beauty and home products; and nutritional supplements and ingredients were on display, with industry members throughout the supply chain gathering to learn about the latest research and innovations.