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WholeFoods Magazine Staff

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

The editorial team at WholeFoods Magazine has decades of experiences reporting on natural products and dietary supplement industry news, trends, and more. This national business-to-business magazine has been published continuously for more than 40 years (the magazine was founded in 1977, and has been owned by Wainer Finest Communications since 1984). It is the longest-tenured media outlet of its kind in the natural products industry. The editorial focus at WholeFoods Magazine is, and always has been, on informing and educating members of the natural products industry.

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New Chapter President Addresses Retailers

April 22, 2013
WholeFoods Magazine Staff
New Chapter of Brattleboro, VT hosted a seminar to help clear up any rumors over the recent investment of Procter and Gamble (P&G) in the company. “We’re here to share our truth,” said Paul Schulick, founder of New Chapter, with CEO Kyle Garner nodding at his side. Schulick started off...
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Beer and Wine Showcased at Expo

April 22, 2013
WholeFoods Magazine Staff
The Beer, Wine and Spirits Marketplace at Expo West hosted 23 companies showcasing new and interesting products, representing what the natural alcoholic beverage section of the industry has to offer from all over Europe and the United States. Some packaging trends that were presented in the Marketplace were wine companies...
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Second Group Welcomed into Hall of Legends

April 22, 2013
WholeFoods Magazine Staff
The second annual Hall of Legends induction ceremony, honoring pioneers and influential figures in the natural products industry, was held after Expo West show hours on March 8. This year’s class of nine inductees included: Patricia Bragg, Bragg Live Food Products John Christopher, Christopher Herbs and Nature’s Way Randy Dennin,...
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Expo West Education Wrap-Up

April 22, 2013
WholeFoods Magazine Staff
Here are a few take-home points from educational sessions attended by WholeFoods editors. Featured speaker Rip Esselstyn, author of The Engine 2 Diet, advocated for what he calls the “plant-strong lifestyle.” He told the story of his younger days as an endurance athlete, and how he came to adopt a...
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ABC, AHPA Awards Given at Expo West

April 22, 2013
WholeFoods Magazine Staff
Two herb-focused groups took time out at Expo West to honor some important people in their circles. At the 8th Annual American Botanical Celebration (ABC), ABC honored five individuals/companies for their contributions to the herbal community. The James A. Duke Excellence in Botanical Literature Award went to Martin A. Lee...
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Supplier Briefs: May 2013

April 22, 2013
WholeFoods Magazine Staff
Benicia, CA-based InterHealth Nutraceuticals, Inc. signed an exclusive agreement with Milbar Laboratories of East Haven, CT for the sales of Numelle nutmeg extract. The extract is said to brighten the skin, reduce the appearance of wrinkles and redness, and increase skin firmness. Albion Human Nutrition opened a new cell...
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Grocery Briefs: May 2013

April 22, 2013
WholeFoods Magazine Staff
Oakland, CA-based Numi Organic Tea introduced a new version of its Fair Labor Practices (FLP) program. It is a proprietary product and supply chain verification program that uses a continuous improvement model to improve labor and work-place conditions. The FLP program can be applied to any agricultural supply chain,...
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May Green Briefs

April 22, 2013
WholeFoods Magazine Staff
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...
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Trending Categories from Expo’s Exhibit Hall

April 19, 2013
WholeFoods Magazine Staff
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...
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League of Angels Held at Angels Stadium

April 19, 2013
WholeFoods Magazine Staff
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...
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