Natural and Organic

Earth Fare Group Adds a 5th Location

Former CEO Mike Cianciarulo named chairman as investors seek to “re-create” the brand he once led, CEO says.

Aldi Nabs 18 Best New Product Awards From BrandSpark

The survey of more than 11,000 Americans reveals growing preferences for health-conscious and organic products in the 12th annual competition.

Industry Partners

WMU Food Marketing Conference Latest To Be Postponed Due to COVID-19

By Meg Major on Mar. 10, 2020

The university’s single-largest revenue stream is upended indefinitely. Meanwhile, Natural Products Expo West organizers decide next steps on the postponement of last week’s confab.

Retailers

Natural Products Expo West Facing Sharp Decline Because of Coronavirus Outbreak

By Meg Major on Mar. 02, 2020

Buyers from H-E-B, Costco, Advantage Solutions, Mom's Organic, Harris Teeter and Whole Foods Market were among the retailers opting out of the annual confab, which has been indefinitely postponed on projections of fewer retail buyers, exhibitors and low turnout.

Fresh Food

BrightFarms Grows Into Food Lion

By WGB Staff on Feb. 28, 2020

Salads and greens supplier BrightFarms is expanding distribution via a new partnership with Ahold Delhaize USA to bring locally grown produce to more than 300 Food Lion locations in Virginia.

Retailers

Plant-Based Protein Goes Mainstream

By Jennifer Strailey on Feb. 17, 2020

U.S. retail sales of plant-based foods have grown 11% in the past year, and big retailers such as Kroger, Whole Foods and Target are making way for meatless, dairy-free and vegan specialties.

Retailers