Recipe courtesy of Mom Made Foods Ingredients 1 box of Mom Made’s antibiotic-free Chicken & Apple Meatballs (8oz) 2 cups low sodium chicken broth 1 yellow bell pepper, washed and cut into 1″ squares 1 green bell pepper, washed and cut into 1″ squares 1 box of cherry tomatoes 1 cup cheddar...

Recipe courtesy of Little Duck Organics Ingredients: 1 cup (123g) whole wheat flour (or white whole-wheat) 1/2 cup (40g) quick oats OR 3/4Cup (3 servings) of Little Duck Organics Mighty Oats 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 large egg (or 2 egg whites)...

The story of how GreenAcres became a force to be reckoned with in the retailing world. Part Four of a Seven-Part Series on Natural Success Stories Not long ago, access to natural dietary supplements, gluten-free foods and organic produce in the Midwestern United States was extremely limited. It was here,...

Why ancient grains are taking grocery stores by storm.What’s old has become new with ancient grains capturing the attention of shoppers nationwide. From freekeh to millet, Americans see the value of ancient grains in their diets, and manufacturers are responding with exciting offerings. “The popularity of ancient grains has been...

As a staple of the lauded Mediterranean diet, olive oil has been praised for its healthful qualities and flavor in countries such as Italy and Greece for quite a long time, and now it’s gained a foothold in the United States as well. Olive oil was first produced in the...

Curry Pumpkin Pesto and Spoonable Curry Ketchup are new condiments from HerbNZest. States the company, “Both of the flavors are vegan, easy to use, and versatile so they inspire fun meal creations.” Condiments are hand-crafted in the United States in small batches using all-natural, premium and gluten-free ingredients.

PARTNERS, A Tasteful Choice Company, has a gluten-free line called Free for All Kitchen. These ancient grain crackers are available in four flavors, including Roasted Garlic & Rosemary and Olive Oil & Sea Salt. They are intended to be an entertaining-style cracker for the gluten-free category. SRP: $5.69

Harvard, MA—Neonicotinoids, a class of insecticide, are harmful to honey bee colonies during winter months, according to researchers from the Harvard School of Public Health. This study strengthens previous findings associating insecticide use with Colony Collapse Disorder (CCD), a term used to describe the recent widespread disappearance of honey bee...

Washington, D.C.—In what is being called a “historic investment,” the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is making $78 million available annually for the development of regional and local food systems. The operations eligible to receive funds include food hubs, farmers markets, aggregation and processing facilities, distribution services and other local...

The organic food industry achieved its fastest growth rate in five years in 2013, says a new survey from the Organic Trade Association (OTA). An 11.5% jump saw the industry reach $35.1 billion in sales, up from $31.5 billion in 2012. The growth is set to continue, according to OTA,...