The Big Natural – tough-minded forum ‘marks pivotal point for NPA’
The inauguration of a new discussion forum that promises tough-minded debate between natural products professionals “marks a pivotal point” for the Natural Products Association, says the newly appointed chair of…
Dean Foods adds Uncle Matt’s to growing organic portfolio
US-based dairy giant Dean Foods Company has acquired organic drinks brand Uncle Matt's Organic, in a development that the company says “underscores our commitment to the organic space”.
A whole new retail paradigm? Possibly not.
As news stories go, last Friday’s announcement that Amazon is to buy Whole Foods Market for a cool $13.7 billion was about as big as they get, writes Jim Manson.
Amazon/Whole Foods – early reaction
Financial commentators, retail analysts and industry insiders have been reacting to last Friday’s bombshell announcement that online retail giant Amazon is set to acquire Whole Foods Market for US$13.7 billion.
Amazon set to buy Whole Foods Market for $13.7bn
Amazon, the world’s biggest online retailer, is buying Whole Foods Market in a deal valued at approximately $13.7bn, including Whole Foods Market’s net debt.
US-based organic pioneer brand Amy’s Kitchen hits 30
US-based organic food pioneer Amy's Kitchen has begin celebrating its 30th year in business.
Whole Foods appoints new CFO in board shake-up
Whole Foods Market has appointed Keith Manbeck as executive vice president and chief financial officer (CFO).
Beyond food: Organic lifestyle brands star in pop-up event in New York
Using the hashtag #LiveOrganic, hundreds of visitors posted highlights on social media from an Organic Trade Association-hosted “Live Organic from Farm to Home” pop-up shop event at Treehaus café and…
NPA asks Congress to support access to vitamins for low-Income families
US trade group the Natural Products Association (NPA) has commended the US House of Representatives for urging the Institute of Medicine (IOM) to investigate expanding access to vitamins for low-income…
Robust US organic sector posts record sales
The robust American organic sector stayed on its upward trajectory in 2016, gaining new market share and shattering records, as consumers across the United States ate and used more organic…