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Judge rules in Monsanto’s favor for patent infringement

Fri, 24 May 2013 16:02:00 +0000

I hate to admit, but I actually agree with the Supreme Court's ruling in Monsanto's favor. But there's a larger issue at play—we need to respect the seed.

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Online grocery finally reaching its tipping point?

Thu, 23 May 2013 18:09:00 +0000

Big players including Whole Foods and Amazon test e-tail models.

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Is natural brand growth the retailer’s enemy?

Tue, 21 May 2013 22:16:00 +0000

Some independent retailers feel left behind as natural brands grow into larger and conventional markets. Can success—and respect—for both exist?

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Does your product pass this 5-step annual exam?

Tue, 21 May 2013 18:21:00 +0000

Category appraisal is similar to your yearly physical exam in that it provides a complete assessment of the category’s overall health with a look at the five Ps: product, placement, pricing, promotion and people.

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Food regulations promote minimum standards, not best practices

Thu, 16 May 2013 16:03:00 +0000

Rather than focusing on thresholds and tolerances, the Food Safety Modernization Act and even National Organic Program should encourage producers to strive for the best.

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The 5 most popular roles at retail

Wed, 15 May 2013 16:59:00 +0000

Do you know why shoppers come in and/or buy certain products at natural retail? Knowledge is power with the top five reasons.

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GMO dino? What Jurassic Park was really about

Mon, 13 May 2013 23:06:00 +0000

Hopefully we won't have to wait around until an allergy, antibiotic-resistant or some other medical or environmental epidemic brings about a tangible reason for Spielberg to revisit GMOs—as GMOs.

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6 simple tips to combat burnout

Mon, 13 May 2013 20:27:00 +0000

Burnout: "A state of fatigue brought about by devotion to a cause, a way of life or a relationship that failed to produce the expected reward." —psychologist Herbert Freundenberger

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Curcumin currying favor among boomers, millennials

Thu, 09 May 2013 20:51:00 +0000

What do boomers and active millennials have in common? Joint pain.

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Infographic: 4 bite-sized things to know about GMOs

Thu, 09 May 2013 16:55:00 +0000

How's a time-pressed shopper supposed to understand the complexity of GMOs? This infographic breaks it down.

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Will the FDA finally wash its hands of triclosan?

Wed, 08 May 2013 17:35:00 +0000

After years of concern and research about chemical antibacterial triclosan, can we really expect an FDA ban?

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Target shoppers with needs-driven category definitions

Tue, 07 May 2013 16:56:00 +0000

This category-definition step is perhaps the most important in the category management process; it's how you communicate your commitment to shoppers looking for your product.

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Consumers gravitate to private label

Mon, 06 May 2013 14:56:00 +0000

Private label offers greater opportunity for natural foods and supplement retailers as consumers grow more comfortable with off-brand selections.

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Finding the best sports nutrition is an enduring pain

Fri, 03 May 2013 18:28:00 +0000

Endurance and action sports are skyrocketing in popularity. What's the best kind of product to fuel this new legion of ultra-fit people?

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Take action to support national GMO labeling legislation

Wed, 01 May 2013 15:26:00 +0000

GMO labeling has made it to the U.S. Congress. Now's the time to stand up to make sure government officials hear your voice.

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