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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

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Hemp Industry Under Fire

The U.S. Hemp Roundtable condemns new efforts to "recriminalize hemp products," calling it a harmful decision that threatens to eliminate America’s $28.4 billion hemp industry.
November 18, 2025
Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

Representatives from the hemp industry are vowing to keep up the fight against government restrictions impacting the hemp-derived THC industry.


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November/December 2025 People News

Who is moving up and who is moving on in the natural products industry? Get updated on the latest!
November 18, 2025
Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

Who is moving up and who is moving on? Get updated on the latest new hires, plus awards and honors, in the natural products industry.


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Newtopia Now Changes 2026 Dates

The annual trade show shared its updated schedule for the 2026 event.
November 14, 2025
Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

Feedback from this year's Newtopia Now trade show helped spark the update for 2026.


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Gencor is Now Saanroo

The rebranded nutraceutical division of Gencor Pacific will continue to offer the same science-backed wellness solutions its clients have come to expect.
November 10, 2025
Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

“Saanroo represents the next chapter in our journey—a brand built on proof, not promises,” explained John Quilter, CEO of Saanroo.




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Fighting Food Insecurity

This year, campaigns to help those struggling with food shortage are resonating even more as Americans who were already grappling with economic strain now face issues with SNAP benefits.
November 7, 2025
Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

Natural products retailers are offering food assistance to local families during this time of need. 


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2026 Trends

Circana Shares 2026 Food and Beverage Outlook

The report summarizes the global F&B industry performance in 2025 and previews expectations for the year ahead.
November 4, 2025
Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

For 2026, Circana expects U.S. F&B price/mix growth of 3% to 5% due to ongoing cost pressures, competitive retail pricing, and strategic promotional activity.


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Diamond Herpanacine Turns 35

The family-owned and operated vitamin supplements brand was formed in 1990.
November 3, 2025
Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

To celebrate its three decades and a half in business, the company took to social media to thank their loyal clients for their years of dedication.


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Natural Products News Briefs: HP Ingredients, Univar Solutions, JAMBAR & More

What's new in natural? Catch up on the latest!
October 31, 2025
Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

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


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Quantum Ayurveda and Global Health Innovation

India's Chamber of Business and Commerce published a new Policy Report outlining the future of the country and Ayurveda.
October 29, 2025
Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

Quantum Ayurveda could create 120–150 billion USD in value by 2040 and cause a 500 billion USD global wellness and nutrition export corridor by 2047.


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KISC My Health Radio Celebrates First Anniversary

A year after its debut, "Captain Cranman" reflects on hosting his radio podcast show and the insights he's gained from his 60 + interviews to date.
October 28, 2025
Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

Each episode has featured leaders and industry trailblazers including WholeFoods Magazine owner, Publisher and Vice President of Media, Heather Wainer, and WF Content Director Maggie Jaqua.


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