Continue To Site >
Quicklinks
  • Ask Whole Foods Mag
  • Magazine Subscription
  • View Back Issues
  • Advertise
  • Education Center
  • Ashwagandha / Shatavari Experience
  • Naturally Informed
  • Move Nutrition
  • India-America Boardroom Series
Free Newsletter Subscription
Ask WholeFoods Mag
  • News
    • All News
    • In Case You Missed It
    • Breaking News
    • Grocery News
    • Dietary Supplements News
    • Supplier News
    • Health & Beauty Aid News
    • Green News
    • Research
  • Features
    • Supplements
    • Grocery
    • Health & Beauty Aids
    • Suppliers
  • Columns
    • Debates
    • Editorial
    • Good Health Reads
    • Happy Customer
    • Herb of the Month
    • Leadership Profiles
    • Legal Tips
    • Mentors
    • Merchandising Insights
    • Recipes
    • Naturally Informed Education
    • The Nutrition Mythbuster
    • Trade Secrets
    • Vitamin Connection
    • What's Selling
    • WholeFoods Blogs
  • Products
    • Dietary Supplements
    • Grocery Products
    • Gourmet Products
    • Health & Beauty Aid Products
    • New Product Reviews
      • 2021 Archives
      • 2019 Archives
      • 2018 Archives
    • Suppliers
  • Multimedia
    • Videos
    • Podcast
    • The Natural View
  • Directory
Ask WholeFoods Mag
  • Log In
  • Register
  • Log Out
  • My Account
Free Newsletter Subscription
Quicklinks
  • Ask Whole Foods Mag
  • Magazine Subscription
  • View Back Issues
  • Advertise
  • Education Center
  • Ashwagandha / Shatavari Experience
  • Naturally Informed
  • Move Nutrition
  • India-America Boardroom Series
Home » Authors » Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine
Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

Richard Ortega is the Associate Editor at WholeFoods Magazine. He joined the WFC team in 2024 after his tenure with The Arena Group. He is an English major graduate from Baruch College and has over 10 years of Publishing industry experience. Email Richard at richardortega@wfcinc.com

Articles

ARTICLES

GettyImages-1290745785.jpg

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.


Read More
GettyImages-1447396206.jpg

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!


Read More
GettyImages-1200273890.jpg

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.


Read More
GettyImages-2155561329.jpg

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.


Read More
GettyImages-521772239.jpg

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.


Read More
GettyImages-1267529671.jpg

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.


Read More
GettyImages-2152171622.jpg

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.


Read More
GettyImages-1329665142.jpg

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. 


Read More
GettyImages-1760532368.jpg

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.


Read More
GettyImages-1643814698.jpg

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.


Read More
View All Articles by Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine
Recommended For You
Latest Publication
CovAcNut26.jpg
2026 Deep Dive Active Nutrition Market
Screenshot_2026-05-26_at_7.47.16_AM.jpg
June/July 2026
CovHeart.jpg
2026 Deep Dive Cardiovascular Health
Screenshot_2026-04-16_at_11.51.39_AM.png
May 2026
Most Popular
  • DOP Venkat8707T01.JPG

    KSM-66 Ashwagandha/Shatavari Experience: Explore Shatavari

    By WholeFoods Magazine Contributor
    June 9, 2026
  • Research-Innovation-GettyImages-2228817853.jpg

    Research Updates: Pet Longevity, Metabolic Health, Stress Relief & More

    By WholeFoods Magazine Staff
    June 11, 2026
  • GettyImages-1356683353.jpg

    In Memoriam: John James Mastel Sr., Founder of Mastel's Health Foods

    By Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine
    June 9, 2026

WholeFoods Magazine is your one-stop resource for health and nutrition articles. We provide important information regarding industry news, research, and trends.

The Magazine

  • Current Issue
  • Subscribe
  • Renew
  • Change of Address

Information

  • Source Directory
  • Helpful Resources
  • Job Finder

About Us

  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Advertise

Social

NOTE: WholeFoods Magazine is a business-to-business publication. Information on this site should not be considered medical advice or a way to diagnose or treat any disease or illness. Always seek the advice of a medical professional before making lifestyle changes, including taking a dietary supplement. The opinions expressed by contributors and experts quoted in articles are not necessarily those of the publisher or editors of WholeFoods.

© Copyright 2026 WFC, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Privacy PolicyTerms