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The State of Regenerative Agriculture

Differing standards and challenges with consumer communications have led to industry fragmentation.

January 28, 2026

Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

The 2026 North American Sustainable Foods Summit is taking a closer look at the growing popularity of regen ag.

Move Nutrition Network: Trushield + Banned Substance Testing

Experts discuss the urgent need for more adaptable, athlete-centered supplement certification

August 31, 2025

WholeFoods Magazine Contributor

Get the scoop on a new third-party certification focused solely on banned substance testing to help serve the needs of athletes.

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Can CBD Really Help Manage Stress?

A Science-Based Exploration

June 5, 2025

Sibyl Swift, Ph.D., Chief Science Officer & VP of Regulatory Affairs, cbdMD

As research and regulatory frameworks evolve, the CBD market is certain to grow as consumers, practitioners, and retailers navigate the future of wellness.

Natural Products Industry News Briefs: Sprouts, Nuherbs, WIN, & More

What's new in the natural products industry? Catch up on the latest for Mental Health Month, Vitafoods and more!

May 4, 2024

Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

Read up on all the latest news in the natural products industry, including Earth Day events, Vitafoods updates, and more.

Record Number of Gluten-free Products Verified by GFCO in 2022

GIG says the numbers indicate unprecedented consumer demand for stringent certification.

April 6, 2023

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

In 2022, the Gluten Intolerance Group's (GIG) Gluten-Free Certification Organization (GFCO) third-party gluten-free certification program certified 9,300 products from more than 800 brands worldwide.

Americans Look to 3rd-Party Certifications to Align Purchases with Their Values

March 30, 2022

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Washington, DC—Fairtrade America, the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) and the Non-GMO Project co-hosted an in-person educational panel at Natural Products Expo West in Anaheim. The talk, titled, “Little Labels, Big Impact: How Certifications Can Increase Sales and Protect People and the Planet,” was facilitated by RangeMe and discussed market research...

Active Nutrition Conference Opens with Importance of 3rd-Party Certifications

July 7, 2021

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Virtual—Naturally Informed’s Active Nutrition: Mastering the Market opened with a crash course on how top athletes stay in peak shape, delivered courtesy of Jamie Meeks, MS, RD, CSSD, LDN, Director of Sports Nutrition for the New Orleans Saints. Those interested in sports will absolutely want to watch her presentation; the...

Whole Foods Market Launches Program in Support of Responsible Sourcing

April 8, 2021

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Austin, TX—Whole Foods Market has launched Sourced for Good, a third-party certification program to support responsible sourcing, according to a press release. The program is replacing Whole Trade Guarantee, evolving in order to support workers, communities, and the environment, looking to bring about measurable positive impacts for farmworkers and their...