Downers Grove, Il—Chris Sherrell, President and CEO of Fresh Thyme Farmers Market, has announced his departure from the company, according to a press release. Sherrell has led Fresh Thyme since its beginning in 2012. It currently has 77 stores, primarily in the upper Midwest. “I am extremely proud of the...
As the 10th annual Non-GMO Month, which the Non-GMO Project describes as North America’s largest celebration of the consumer’s right to choose non-GMO, comes to a close, we want to keep the conversation going. The annual October event raises awareness about GMOs, helps drive sales of non-GMO products, and supports the brands...
Phoenix, AZ—Sprouts Farmers Market reported results for their third quarter 2019, ended September 29, in a press release. Highlights include: Net sales of $1.4 billion, an 8% increase from the same period in 2018 Comparable store sales growth of 1.5% and two-year comparable store sales growth of 3% Net income...
Washington, D.C.—U.S. Congressman Roger Marshall (R-KS) and Congressman Anthony Brindisi (D-NY) introduced the Real Marketing Edible Artificials Truthfully (MEAT) Act in the House of Representatives on October 28, which will codify the definition of beef for labeling purposes, reinforce existing misbranding provisions, and enhance enforcement measures available to USDA if...
Terra Bella, CA—Setton Pistachio raised over $71,000 for this year’s Relay for Life, the American Cancer Society’s signature fundraiser dedicated to helping communities combat cancer, according to a press release. This is the sixth year in a row that Setton Farms has raised money for Relay for Life, through food...
Washington, D.C.—A panel of organic farmers testified before a Congressional committee on Wednesday, urging lawmakers and USDA to advance organic and enforce organic standards, according to a press release from the Organic Trade Association (OTA). The growers told members of the House Agricultural Subcommittee on Biotechnology, Horticulture and Research that...
Minneapolis, MN—Healthier diets have the potential to significantly reduce the environmental impact of agriculture and food production, according to research from the University of Minnesota and Oxford University, published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS). The researchers outlined the significance of the study, writing, "Dietary...
Sanford, FL—Smart Baking Company is recognizing Breast Cancer Awareness Month with a special donation program, according to a press release. 10% of all Raspberry Cream Smartcake website purchase proceeds through October 31 will be donated to breast cancer research. The press release notes that more than 3.8 million people in...
Coral Gables, FL—Fresh Del Monte Produce released its 2019 Sustainability Report, which identifies a series of goals that represent the company’s values and are intended to change the course of the planet for the better, according to a press release. Some key takeaways: Del Monte has exceeded its 10-year target...
Tempe, AZ—Mung bean protein can improve physical strength in vegetarians, according to a new study from researchers at Arizona State University College of Health Solutions. Researchers studied the relationship between protein intake, strength, and lean body mass in 37 underactive vegetarians, according to a press release regarding the study. For...
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