Richmond, BC—Through its 10th annual Eat Well Do Good Campaign, Nature's Path has delivered more than one million bowls worth of donated food to 10 U.S. and Canadian organizations and raised more than $335,000 for their food bank partners and in addressing food insecurity. "We know the compounding effects...
Santa Barbara, CA—KOS is on a mission: The company will donate one meal per unit purchased to the nearest foodbank, according to a press release, through a partnership with Feeding America. KOS has pledged to provide at least 1.5 million meals over the next 12 months, with the ultimate goal...
Finland—Glyphosate may affect human gut microbiota, according to a new study from the University of Turku in Finland. Researchers at the university have developed a new bioinformatics tool to predict if a microbe, such as a human gut bacterium, is sensitive to glyphosate, according to a press release on the...
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...
Lakewood, CO—Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc., has announced results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year ended September 30, 2020 in a press release, and has provided its outlook for fiscal 2021. Highlights for Q4 2020, compared to Q4 2019: Net sales increased 16.3% to $264.2 million; Daily average...
Washington, DC—PLNT Burger has announced plans to open several new locations in 2021. Since 2019, the plant-based burger joint has opened mini restaurants within Whole Foods Markets in DE, MD, PA and VA. Now, the company will build its first standalone stores. “PLNT Burger has proven itself as the...
Elmwood Park, NJ—In the spirit of the holiday season, companies are spreading cheer by offering virtual Turkey Trots that promote health and wellness vibes for Thanksgiving weekend. First up, Dr. Praeger's announced that it will send its new Perfect Turk’y Burgers to anyone who runs on Thanksgiving Day. Interested runners...
New York, NY, and Zaandam, Netherlands—Ahold Delhaize and Centerbridge Partners have entered into a definitive agreement to acquire FreshDirect, an online grocer based in New York City. A press release states that Ahold Delhaize will acquire the majority share, funded by cash on hand, and Centerbridge Partners will be a...
Thank YOU. You are our heroes. Thank you to the healthcare practitioners who dove into the challenge of fighting a virus they knew very little about. Thank you to the natural products retailers who fought to keep their doors open so a worried public could access the products that help...
Consumers may be spending more hours at home these days, but that doesn’t mean they’re not busy. For the parents who have taken on the role of full-time employee, full-time parent, and full-time chef, convenient eats have been key for smooth days at home with the kids. Better-for-you frozen foods...
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