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In Memoriam: Renee Southard of Organic Marketplace, SENPA

Honoring the life and legacy of a leader who loved and elevated the natural products industry.

January 22, 2025

Remembering Renee Southard, immediate Past President of SENPA, owner of Organic Marketplace, and WholeFoods Magazine's 2023 Retailer of the Year.

CA Wildfires: Impact of the Loss of Small Business on Local Communities

A look at the personal loss, economic loss, and societal loss, plus a look to the future.

January 15, 2025

Maggie Jaqua, Content Director

A look at the impacts of the LA wildfires, including information on much-needed resources to meet immediate needs, and insights into what the future may hold.

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2025 Trends

Forecasting 2025: 25+ Top Trends in Natural

From raw materials to dietary supplements to functional foods and beyond, find out what the experts say will drive demand in 2025.

December 31, 2024

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

In this roundup of top trends from throughout the supply chain, discover the raw materials, dietary supplements, functional foods and more that will drive demand in 2025. Sign in to access this content.

Breaking: Judge Blocks $25 Billion Kroger - Albertsons Merger

A federal court judge has granted the FTC's request for a preliminary injunction.

December 10, 2024

Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

The ruling likely puts an end to Kroger and Albertsons merger attempt.

M&A Update: CV Sciences Acquires Extract Labs

The deal is expected to be completed during Q1 of 2025.

December 4, 2024

Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

Consumer wellness company CV Sciences is adding a premium cannabinoid products manufacturer to its list of subsidiaries.

2025 Trends

Natural Grocers' 2025 Must-Know Trends

Explore the trends shaping wellness, beauty, home essentials, and more.

December 3, 2024

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Explore Natural Grocers' 2025 Top Trends shaping wellness, beauty, home essentials, and cooking, from health-empowering practices to eco-smart products.

2024 SupplySide West Takes Over Vegas

DSHEA @30, GLP-1 science, women's wellness and SO much more. This year's October event delivered all the treats and zero tricks. Check out the education, insights, awards and more!

November 27, 2024

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

This year's SupplySide West did not disappoint members of the natural products industry. Check out what we saw in Las Vegas.

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Vitamin Shoppe Parent Company Enters Voluntary Chapter 11 Proceedings

The Vitamin Shoppe will continue to serve customers as usual at locations nationwide and online.

November 21, 2024

Maggie Jaqua, Content Director

The Vitamin Shoppe said its business is "healthy and strong, with sustainable cash flow and dynamic growth initiatives that remain in motion." Get the latest.

Marlene’s Market & Deli Acquired by Lassen’s Natural Foods

Get the scoop on the deal.

November 15, 2024

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

"With 101 years of combined service to their communities, Lassen’s and Marlene’s prove the staying power of independent natural retailers in the highly competitive U.S. retail grocery sector," says Jay Jacobowitz, Retail Insights.