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In Memoriam: Phil Margolis, Neshaminy Valley Natural Foods Distributor

The industry remembers the dedicated entrepreneur and former OTA President.
February 19, 2025
Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

Philip Margolis, Neshaminy Valley Natural Foods Distributor, has passed away at the age of 75.


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March 2025 People News

Who is moving up and who is moving on in the natural products industry? Get updated on the latest!
February 19, 2025
Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

Get the scoop on the latest promotions, new hires, awards and honors in the natural products industry!


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Natural Products News Briefs: AHPA, Balchem, Circana, WIN & More

What's new in natural? Catch up on the latest!
February 15, 2025
Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

Read up on all the latest news in the natural products industry.


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Natural Products News Briefs: FrieslandCampina, Step Change, Vita Coco & More

What's new in natural? Catch up on the latest!
February 12, 2025
Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

Read up on all the latest news in the natural products industry.


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In Memoriam: Scott W. Seering, Lotus Brands

The Lotus Brands executive left a lasting impact on colleagues and the natural products industry.
February 5, 2025
Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

Scott W. Seering, Lotus Brands, passed on January 23, 2025 at the age of 70.


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Natural Products News Briefs: ThreoTech, Piping Rock, JAMBAR, Charlotte's Web, & More

What's new in natural? Catch up on the latest!
February 5, 2025
Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

Read up on all the latest news in the natural products industry.


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M&A Update: Sabinsa Acquires Ayurvedic Brand

Nature's Formulary is joining the family of brands under the Sabinsa umbrella.
February 4, 2025
Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

The partnership between Sabinsa and Nature's Formulary will deliver high-quality, transformative wellness solutions to customers across the world.


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Introducing: Pure Green Processing Technology

Greenvit launches in the North American marketplace with its novel eco-friendly extraction technology.
February 2, 2025
Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

The novel extraction process from Greenvit consumes less energy compared to conventional methods and leads to higher yield rates. 


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Organic & Natural Health Backs RFK Jr.

The association is asking the Senate to endorse the nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as HHS Secretary.
January 31, 2025
Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

The Organic & Natural Health Association views RFK Jr.'s approval as a pivotal move towards addressing systemic challenges in healthcare and nutrition policy.


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Private Label Sales Dominated in 2024

Store-brand sales rose 3.9% to a record $271 billion last year.
January 29, 2025
Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

Private label growth has overshadowed national brand's growth of 1% in dollar sales.


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