Asbury Park, NJ—Results from a national poll released by Rasmussen Reports show that 56% of Americans oppose a tax on soft drinks and junk foods, also known as “sin taxes.” Also, many (74%) strongly believe that lawmakers are far more interested in raising money for the government than in...
HomeFree, maker of organic, allergen-free, whole grain cookies based in Windham, NH, released the results of a nationwide survey revealing that America is confused about the difference between Celiac disease and food allergies. Whereas Celiac disease is a lifelong, digestive disorder that creates an immune-mediated toxic reaction to gluten...
Products and services that industry companies don't want you to miss. Bluebonnet Nutrition Corporation Bluebonnet has launched a revolutionary cardio-support formula: Natural Omega-3 Heart Formula. This fish oil formula supplies the highest amounts of the important omega-3s—EPA and DHA—in a correctly balanced ratio scientifically relevant for maintaining optimal heart health.
Washington, D.C.—Results from an internal audit of the National Organic Program (NOP) call into question its productivity and operations. Since a prior audit in 2005, officials made improvements by implementing corrective actions for eight of the 10 recommendations by the Office of the Inspector General (OIG). However, the Department...
Boulder, CO-based New Hope Natural Media, a division of Penton Media Inc., announced a new partnership with the Organic Trade Association (OTA). Under the agreement, Penton will acquire the All Things Organic tradeshow, the organic community’s leading business and educational gathering place in North America. All Things Organic will...
Acquisitions, new launches, new partnerships, awards, new initiatives and more. Sunsweet Growers, headquartered in Yuba City, CA, announced a collaboration with Ayala’s Herbal Water, headquartered in Narberth, PA, involving an equity investment as well as partnership in the marketing, sale and distribution of Herbal Water. Indianapolis, IN-based Endangered Species Chocolate...
Yonkers, NY — A study conducted by Consumer Reports shows that packaged salad greens may have bacteria that are common indicators of poor sanitation and fecal contamination. The sample size consisted of 208 containers of packaged greens—all of which were within their use-by date—representing 16 brands purchased at stores in...
Portland, OR — Bob Moore, co-founder of Bob’s Red Mill Natural Foods celebrated his 81st birthday by announcing on February 15 that the company is now employee owned. Moore, who founded the company with his wife Charlee in 1978 and who is still active in the day-to-day operations of...
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the long-awaited details of the final rule regarding access to pasture for organic livestock. This rule amends the National Organic Program (NOP) regulations to clarify the use of pasture in raising organic ruminants. The final rule provides consumers with certainty that organic...
WholeFoods Magazine recognizes several best sellers that have earned the 2010 WholeFoods Magazine Natural Choice Awards. In today’s economic climate, products come and go, and not all have the appeal and effectiveness to inspire consumers to open their wallets time and time again. Luckily, industry has several stand-out products that...
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