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Confusion over Local, Organic

Even with the sharp increase in popularity of local and organic foods, nearly one in five consumers confuse the two terms.
June 3, 2014
An online survey of 2,511 people in the U.S. found 17% believed the terms were interchangeable.
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New Flavors for Mamma Chia

Mamma Chia is announcing two new beverage flavors, Strawberry Lemonade and Pineapple Coconut.
June 2, 2014
Each promises "a burst of vitality thanks to Mamma Chia’s proprietary blend of organic chia seeds."
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Live Better with BioEssential

Live Better Brands LLC, maker of Way Better Snacks, announced it has acquired 100% equity interests of BioEssential Botanicals.
May 30, 2014
Acquired for an undisclosed amount, the company will be renamed Live Better Sprouting Innovation Inc.
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Consumers on Organics

A majority of consumers think organic produce should not have pesticides (91% of consumers) or antibiotics (86%).
May 1, 2014
Nearly all consumers (92%) want at least one federal standard for organic fish.
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Certification for Simply Eight

Simply Eight has received the official Non-GMO Project Verification seal on one of its food products.
April 15, 2014
In addition to the Real Chocolate Chip Cookies, other products from the company are currently under review.
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Organic Vanishing from Menus?

While “organic” is still the leading ethical claim on restaurant menus, its usage declined 28% between Q4 2010-13.
April 11, 2014
On the other hand, allergen claims are expected to continue their rise.
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Kindly New Bar

KIND announced the release of STRONG & KIND.
April 8, 2014
The new line features five flavors.
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New Head at NPA

The Natural Products Association (NPA) announced that Daniel Fabricant, Ph.D., will be its new chief executive officer.
April 8, 2014
NPA represents the entire natural products industry, with more than 2,000 members in all 50 states and internationally.
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Natural Refreshment

Formula O2 natural recovery drink is a new oxygenated beverage.
March 28, 2014
Formula O2 claims to be infused with 10 times more oxygen than tap water to help eliminate toxins, 2.5 times more electrolytes than leading sports drinks and 140mg of natural caffeine.
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Organics and Cancer Risk

Women who eat organic foods always or most of the time have the same likelihood of developing cancer as women who eat conventionally produced foods.
March 28, 2014
The researchers asked around 600,000 women aged 50 or over whether they ate organic foods as part of the Million Women Study.
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