A federal judge has deemed the continued planting of genetically modified (GM) sugar beets, supplied solely by Monsanto, to be in violation of a previous court order, and ruled that the current GM crop should be plowed under. U.S. District Court Judge Jeffrey White of San Francisco ruled that the...
Color crazes, flavor fads and the latest sweetener styles.In the natural food flavors and colors market, staying current and diversifying is the name of the game. Only the strongest, most palatable natural flavors and the brightest, most appealing colors survive, and jumping on the right bandwagon can be just as...
Observations on organic personal care, GMO products and gluten-free foods from market research firm SPINS.Today’s natural consumers are savvy about labels. As the implications of understanding label claims and seeking out reputable certifications and stamps increases, shoppers are taking a closer look at their products before they buy. Organic Personal...
Chances are, you've heard "times are tough" a lot this year. But, just how tough has it been on natural products businesses? Well, according to the 2010 WholeFoods Retailer Survey, many stores are pulling out of the recession in stride as they report strong, even thriving sales. Other retailers...
Eden Foods, Clinton, MI, had its Organic 100% Whole Grain Udon Pasta recognized in Women’s Health magazine as one of the “125 Best Packaged Foods for Women,” an annual feature in the magazine’s November 2010 issue. The product was the top choice in the “Pasta & Rice” category. All...
Boulder, CO—The practice of grass-based, environmentally friendly organic dairy farming is better for cows’ health, and leads to better quality milk, too, according to a recent report. The research, conducted by The Organic Center and published under the title, “A Dairy Farm’s Footprint,” presents the conclusions that organic dairy...
Reports indicate that food retail prices in nearly every category are in for higher-than-average inflation in 2011. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has said that for all food, prices are expected to rise 2–3%, nearly double the 2010 increase. Meat prices are predicted to approach a 3.5% hike,...
Enjoyable food and safe eating are within reach for those with sensitive diets.Itching. Hives. Abdominal pain. Wheezing. Shortness of breath. Dizziness. It’s not a group of symptoms you want to mess with, and they only get scarier as the list goes on. For the countless millions with food allergies, these...
Rockville, MD-based Mom’s Organic Market founder Scott Nash has urged Whole Foods Market to act faster on its new labeling program for sustainable seafood. While the grocery chain has set a goal to stop selling endangered seafood species by 2013, Nash says the chain is still selling too many...
Chicago, IL—At the 2010 Shopper Marketing Expo, held here, a marketing seminar discussed areas of interest and change in consumer behavior toward their food and beverage purchases. The seminar was presented by Mary Lorson of Pavone, an agency specializing in food and beverage marketing. The presentation is based on...
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