Hain Celestial Group of Lake Success, New York, an organic and natural products company with operations in North America, Europe and India, has acquired Orchard House Foods of the United Kingdom, a producer of prepared fruit, juices, fruit desserts and ingredients. Orchard House supplies leading retailers, on-the-go food outlets, foodservice providers and manufacturers in the […]
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Organic Valley Passes $1B Milestone, And More…
New Channels News In Brief… On Dec. 22, CROPP Cooperative/Organic Valley reached a milestone: the farmer-owned cooperative surpassed $1 billion in sales. Founded in 1988 by seven struggling farm families in southwest Wisconsin, Organic Valley now has a membership of 1,800 farmers producing organic food in 35 states. Company officials say it is the first […]
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Specialty Food Association Reveals 2016 Hall Of Fame Inductees
The Specialty Food Association has revealed the 2016 class of the Specialty Food Hall of Fame, honoring 47 leaders who have been instrumental in building and shaping the $109 billion specialty food industry into the thriving business it is today. Inductees include Gene Biggi, Beaverton Foods Inc.; Ariane Daguin, D’Artagnan Inc.; Tom and Mary Ellen […]
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Natural Grocers Launches Its Own Line Of Private Label Eggs
Colorado-based Natural Grocers is introducing its own line of private label eggs. They currently are available at all Natural Grocers locations. The Natural Grocers branded eggs are certified organic, pasture-raised and Certified Humane, meaning the product meets the Humane Farm Animal Care Program standards of improving the lives of farm animals. The large, Grade-A eggs […]
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Specialty Food Association Recognizes Six Industry Leaders
The Specialty Food Association has named the six winners of its fourth annual Leadership Awards, honoring members who have gone “above and beyond” in advancing food standards in society—and society itself—by creating social, economic and environmental impact through innovation and vision. Their achievements range from navigating a food safety crisis to creating products that support […]
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Legislation Introduced To Reduce Confusion On Food Labels, And More…
New Channels News In Brief… Four Democratic lawmakers have introduced legislation in the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate with the intent of minimizing consumer confusion regarding food labels. The legislation aims to ensure consistency and clarity on food labels and sets reliable standards for the term “natural” on food labels… Brooklyn bakery Bien Cuit […]
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FDA Seeks Public Comment On Natural Food Claim, And More…
New Channels News in Brief… The FDA is requesting comments on use of the term “natural” on food labeling. The FDA is taking this action in part because it received three citizen petitions asking that the agency define the term “natural” for use in food labeling and one citizen petition asking that the agency prohibit […]
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New Recycling Plan In Bay State Modeled After Delaware’s, And More…
New Channels News In Brief… According to the Massachusetts Food Association (MFA), a Massachusetts legislative committee recently held a hearing to hear comments on an act to improve comprehensive recycling. This legislation seeks to phase out the state’s forced bottle deposit law, eliminating the costly recycling procedure for just those containers while creating a funding […]
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Angelic Bakehouse Achieves Non-GMO Project Verification
Angelic Bakehouse, a Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) certified bakery specializing in sprouted grain products, has received Non-GMO Project Verified status for its best-selling product, Sprouted Seven-Grain bread. The Non-GMO Project is North America’s only third-party source for verification and labeling of non-GMO food and products. The Milwaukee-based company expects the remainder of its product […]
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JOH Acquires H&H Specialty Food Associates
JOH, Billerica, Massachusetts, has acquired H&H Specialty Food Associates of Red Bank, New Jersey, a full-service specialty, ethnic and natural food broker. The addition of H&H will provide complimentary resources and broader support to JOH clients and customers in the specialty, ethnic and natural food categories in the metro New York/New Jersey and Mid-Atlantic markets, according […]
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Natural Products Expo East Expected To Attract Record Number Of Attendees
Natural Products Expo East, the East Coast’s largest natural, organic and healthy products event, is poised to draw record numbers this year, with more than 22,000 attendees and more than 1,800 exhibitors slated to turn out; approximately 30 percent of those exhibiting will be doing so for the first time. Expo East will take place […]
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Florida Company Offers All-Natural Alternative To Eggs
With the avian flu H5N2 outbreak confirmed in 21 states, egg prices are rising, and the need for suitable alternatives to either extend or replace eggs is strong in a number of industrial food sectors. In 2012, Florida Food Products introduced FiberGel LC as a solution for those seeking an egg replacement for baking and […]
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Federated Group Announces Relaunch Of Seven Farms Line At Summer Show
The theme of the Federated Group’s 2015 Summer Buying Show July 19-21 was “Driving Success Through Winning Practices.” According to Federated Group VP of Category Management Jen Linke, face time is among them. “One of the best things about the show is people meeting face-to-face and that winning practice of human interaction,” Linke told The […]
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OTA Petitions USDA For Organic Check-Off Program
The Organic Trade Association (OTA), in collaboration with the GRO Organic Core Committee, formally petitioned the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to begin steps to conduct a research and promotion check-off program for the organic industry. The OTA action reflects three years of dialogue with the organic sector and comes 25 years after Congress authorized […]
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Owner Of NaturAlmond Launches Georgia Grinders Peanut Butter Line
After the coast-to-coast success of NaturAlmond’s line of Almond Butters, sold nationally at The Fresh Market and Sprouts Farmers Markets as well as regionally in Whole Foods, Kroger and hundreds of specialty gourmet shops, company owner Jaime Foster has launched a line of handcrafted peanut butters under the newly created Georgia Grinders brand. The Georgia […]
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Natural Grocers Will Open Eighth Oregon Store In Eugene Sept. 23
Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage will open its eighth Oregon location in Eugene on Sept. 23 at 201 Coburg Rd. “Natural Grocers is excited to introduce itself to the Eugene community, where lifestyle and healthy living intersect for residents in so many different ways,” said Kemper Isely, co-president of Natural Grocers. “We know Eugene residents […]
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Green BEAN Delivery Expanding Indianapolis Headquarters
Green BEAN Delivery LLC, an online home delivery provider of organic produce and all natural groceries, plans to expand its headquarters in Indianapolis, creating up to 105 new jobs by 2024. The homegrown-Hoosier company, which is a subsidiary of BEAN LLC, will invest $3.84 million to expand its headquarter and warehouse operations on more than […]
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KeHE Holiday Show Breaks Records
KeHE Distributors’ annual Holiday Show at McCormick Place in Chicago, held June 8-9, brought together more than 3,000 retailers and suppliers focused on natural, specialty and fresh products appropriate for the upcoming holiday season. KeHE said new, emerging and familiar “gotta have” items were on display throughout the show floor. “Our retailer and supplier partners […]
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La Tourangelle Launches First Artisan Cooking Spray Oil
Adding to its repertoire of gourmet oils, La Tourangelle, the company that utilizes a 150-year-old traditional production method with its artisan mill in Woodland, Calif., introduced its spray oils set July 15. Finding a gap in the market for a healthy, propellant-free, all-natural spray oil product, La Tourangelle CEO Matthieu Kohlmeyer said he decided it […]
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Beanitos Launches First Ever Bean Puff In Two Varieties
Beanitos Inc., maker of The Original Bean Chip, is introducing The Original Bean Puff. The Austin, Texas-based company is rolling out two varieties of the new white bean puffs on the East Coast—White Cheddar and Hot Chili Lime. They will make their debut at the 2014 Summer Fancy Food Show, at booth No. 4274, June […]