Here are a few environmental news updates. A new report produced by the National Resources Defense Council (NRDC) reveals that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has made repeated use of a loophole to approve 65% of pesticides in the market, amounting to about 10,000 chemicals, without much if any evidence...
With hundreds of product launches on the show floor, WholeFooods editors pinpointed several trends from this year’s show. First, non-GMO was everywhere, perhaps more so than last year. From the Whole Foods Market announcement (see the full story in the April NewsLinks section), to the buzz over labeling legislation at...
The natural products industry once again got together for a good cause at Vitamin Angels’ 3rd Annual Expo West event, League of Angels. Over 400 people attended the charity fundraiser at Angel Stadium of Anaheim, where food and drink were available, as well as mini golf, a photo booth and...
Held on International Women’s Day, the 2013 Women in Naturals Networking Reception (sponsored by Reserveage Organics) brought together women of diverse backgrounds with a common love of natural. Key speaker Naomi Whittel, CEO of Reserveage Organics, underscored the issue of sustainability with respect to natural and organic. “Sustainable business is...
Silver Spring, MD—On April 15, the U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA) proposed a rule entitled “Infant Formula: The Addition of Minimum and Maximum Levels of Selenium to Infant Formula and Related Labeling Requirements,” which will do two things: add the nutrient selenium to the list of those required for...
Washington, D.C.—The U.S Food and Drug Administration has issued a consumer alert against the use of the stimulant dimethylamylamine (DMAA) in illegal dietary supplements. DMAA is often found in weight-loss, muscle-building and performance-enhancing products. As of April 11 of this year, FDA received 86 reports of illness and death in...
Imagine this scenario: you’re standing in line at your favorite store with your purchases in one hand and your wallet in the other. As the line starts to move, you notice a product on display beside the register. The bold packaging and convenience draw you in. It’s not something you...
Grain Millers, Inc. added two new members to its flax team: Linda and Glenn Pizzey, previously of Pizzey’s Milling. Oregon Cherry Growers of Salem, OR made several additions to its team with Julie Poduch, (vice president of marketing), Christian Fauser (national sales manager of foodservice) and Sue Root (field...
Gaia Herbs had a booth party to show off its new caffeine-free Herbal Energy Plus shots. Pamela’s Products celebrated its 25th anniversary with a brightly colored topsy-turvy tiered gluten-free cake. Mineral Fusion had spokesperson and actress Emmanuelle Chriqui at its booth to talk to attendees. WholeFoods had the chance...
Anaheim, CA—The 33rd annual Natural Products Expo West drew record numbers, said show organizers, with a crowd of 63,000+ industry members and 2,428 exhibiting companies. Held at the Anaheim Convention Center, March 7–10, 2013, the event showcased numerous new product launches, educational seminars and networking events. “This show is delightful,”...
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