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Wellness

New Survey Zeroes In on Persuasiveness of Product Claims

A new survey found that “natural” as a product packaging claim would likely motivate more than half of Americans to make a purchase.

Fresh Food

How to Capture Consumers With Fresh-Cut Fruit

Value-added items offer the convenience and nutrition that today’s consumer craves, but don’t forget the fun.

Industry Partners

Expo West Showcases Bright Future for Organics, Functional Foods

By Jennifer Strailey on Mar. 08, 2019

As organic food and beverage sales top $45 billion, event drew 88,000 attendees and more than 3,600 exhibitors.

Industry Partners

Power Panel Calls for Collaboration at Natural Products Expo West

By Jennifer Strailey on Mar. 07, 2019

The Kroger Co. hosts town hall and pitches events to scout new partnerships with entrepreneurs and emerging brands at the world’s largest natural, organic and healthy products event.

Retailers

How an Organic Co-Op Is Growing in Maryland

By Rebekah Marcarelli on Mar. 05, 2019

The Common Market is being fueled by an increased demand for local products in Frederick, Md., according to company executives.

Wellness

Food Makers Following More Than Gut Instincts on Digestive Health

By Kathleen Furore on Mar. 08, 2019

Years of study indicates that gut health plays an important role in overall health. Food products companies and retailers are responding to a more educated consumer.

Center Store

Going Gluten-Free? Prepare to Pay More

By Phil Lempert on Mar. 05, 2019

The Lempert Report: More gluten-free foods are showing up on today’s supermarket shelves, yet the prices of these products remain relatively high.

Fresh Food

Two-Thirds of Meat Shoppers Seek ‘Better-for-Me’ Items

By Natalie Taylor on Mar. 04, 2019

The Power of Meat 2019 report reveals the growing demand for meat and poultry carrying production claims that tie to personal health and animal/environmental welfare.

Fresh Food

Fresh Produce Industry Readies for SXSW Debut

By WGB Staff on Feb. 28, 2019

The Produce Marketing Association and cohorts from The Wonderful Co. will take the stage at SXSW, and take part in a conversation about what's being grown and eaten in 2019.

Wellness

Sips to Satisfy the Functional Fix

By Natalie Taylor on Feb. 27, 2019

Retailers are responding to a thirst for beverages that boast better nutritional value, variety and sustainable production practices.