5@5: Supply chains adapt to new consumer demands | Revolution Foods transforms school lunch

Each day at 5 p.m. we collect the five top food and supplement headlines of the day, making it easy for you to catch up on today's most important natural products industry news.

Quality ingredients—the power of relationships [video]

Bringing quality ingredients to market is about source and science, but ultimately comes down to relationships with all stake holders. Sabinsa’s commitments are evident here.

Mina brings Moroccan cuisine to the U.S. masses

A mother-son team on a mission to introduce the American palate to the flavors of Morocco has plans for new lines of tea and artisanal couscous in 2018.

5@5: Consumers open to buying upcycled food products | Retail predictions for 2018

Each day at 5 p.m. we collect the five top food and supplement headlines of the day, making it easy for you to catch up on today's most important natural products industry news.

A year in review: The top food, supplements and natural products stories of 2017

Take a look back at the year that plants, millennials, hemp and Whole Foods Market stole the spotlight.

5@5: Keto diet on the rise, dietitians say | Netflix digs into 'Rotten' food industry

Each day at 5 p.m. we collect the five top food and supplement headlines of the day, making it easy for you to catch up on today's most important natural products industry news.

The mechanics of successful brand-influencer partnerships

Influencer marketing is all the buzz today. Here's how it works in real life. Hear from panelists Constance Roark of CMR Solutions; Katlin Smith of Simple Mills; Beth Manos Brickey of Tasty Yummies; and Gina Asoudegan of Applegate as they talk about implementing influencer programs from both sides of the equation.

5 supplements for inflammation, the root of all chronic disease

A healthy inflammation response is key to health and wellness. These new supplements are here to help.

Stand out by standing up: The role of mission in business

Amanda Hartt of New Hope Network; Tyler Gage of Runa; Shaina Kandel of Fair Trade USA; and Jeremiah McElwee of Thrive Market talk about what it means to be a mission-driven business, the business case for giving back to the supply chain, and how to find a mission that is truly aligned with company values.

5@5: The troubling timeline of a food safety recall | Why Amazon isn't guaranteed to rule online grocery

Each day at 5 p.m. we collect the five top food and supplement headlines of the day, making it easy for you to catch up on today's most important natural products industry news.

How one brand made its mission the centerpiece of its packaging

It can be tough for companies to make what's on the outside of their products reflect all the work that goes into making what's on the inside. Here's how one farm-to-fork brand did it.

Q&A: Practical tips for selling hemp-derived CBD at retail

Where should you merchandise CBD? And how can you help customers understand what it is? We asked one retailer who's had great success moving CBD products in his Indiana store.

Why women and feminine values lead the 'good food' future

Explore the feminine values that expand our reach as a natural products industry with Natural Products Expo East panelists Robyn O'Brien, Allergy Kids Foundation; Ann Yang, Misfit Juicery; Carlotta Mast, New Hope Network; and Sheldon Romer, consultant/coach.

5@5: A-list investors back Brandless | Report: Chinese dairy company makes bid for Vitamin World

Each day at 5 p.m. we collect the five top food and supplement headlines of the day, making it easy for you to catch up on today's most important natural products industry news.

Algae makes its way to the aisles

More than a dozen beverages featuring algae debuted at Natural Products Expo West 2017. Here's more on where else this sustainable ingredient is showing up.

Nutrition Capital Network: December 2017 Deal Download

Nestle captured attention this month with its supplement company purchase. Here's a bit about it and other top recent investment deals in the nutrition and health and wellness industries.

Nutrition Capital Network members comment on the Nestlé-Atrium deal

In early December, Nestle announced its acquisition of Atrium Innovations. Here's what some Nutrition Capital Network members have to say about the $2.3 billion deal.

5@5: New legislation would boost budget for organic regulation | U.S. ranks low in food sustainability

Each day at 5 p.m. we collect the five top food and supplement headlines of the day, making it easy for you to catch up on today's most important natural products industry news.

Impress investors with a responsible supply chain and mitigated risks

Increasingly, investors pay attention to responsible supply chain management, which has increased demand for more data and greater attention to supply risks. Gabriel Thoumi of Climate Advisers and Meredith Reisfield of NSF Sustainability discuss how investors value certification of supply chains and how this impacts natural product companies.

Kroger offers advice for joining its We Are Local program

The retail giant's new initiative aims to create partnerships with innovative brands on a local level.

By the numbers: Food waste as an industry issue [infographic]

The food industry has an opportunity to reduce food waste while also improving healthy food access. Here's a look at the numbers.

Staff favorites: Products we loved in 2017

Editors share their favorite natural and organic products discovered this year.

5@5: Inside the quest for meatless meat | How one entrepreneur funded her socially conscious food startup

Each day at 5 p.m. we collect the five top food and supplement headlines of the day, making it easy for you to catch up on today's most important natural products industry news.

The alpha of omegas: 5 top-shelf fish oil supplements

The best of fish—and one for vegans.

How to grow plant-based product sales

This Natural Products Expo East 2017 panel will help you understand the relationship between consumers and plant-based products to more effectively market these products.

Fresh Thyme to slow expansion in 2018

The fresh-focused chain, which is based in the Midwest, plans its first Pennsylvania locations and adds new executives.

5@5: 2018 could bring even bigger deals for CPG | Aunt Fannie's gears up for expansion

Each day at 5 p.m. we collect the five top food and supplement headlines of the day, making it easy for you to catch up on today's most important natural products industry news.

6 steps to a shareable business story

In this video series, Jay Golden inspires you to draw your customers, rally your investors and build key partnerships through telling a good story. Learn how stories work, how they guide meaning and how your own collection of essential stories can transform your brand.

Wellnext becomes Nutranext

The supplement manufacturer rebrands to foster more cohesive identity for its expanding portfolio of consumer brands.

Paul Hoffman: A keen eye for operations

Healthy Living Market & Café's sales and purchasing director is bullish on the future for independents. Here's how his store is thriving with expanded private label offerings, a greater online presence and an operations strategy fueled by data.

5@5: Big Food announces nearly $6B in snack deals | FDA has eyes on high-risk homeopathic products

Each day at 5 p.m. we collect the five top food and supplement headlines of the day, making it easy for you to catch up on today's most important natural products industry news.

Top categories where the turmeric trend is showing up

The future is golden for turmeric and curcumin. Here's a look at the categories where use of the functional ingredient is growing.

5@5: USDA axes organic animal welfare rule | IBM, Walmart take food safety blockchain initiative to China

Each day at 5 p.m. we collect the five top food and supplement headlines of the day, making it easy for you to catch up on today's most important natural products industry news.

Get well soon: 5 supplements for immune health

'Shroom on!

5 food trends that should end in 2018

I'm embracing my inner killjoy to outline food trends I'd like to see dwindle in the new year.

This week: Alter Eco enters snack category | Just Water becomes B Corp certified

A roundup of new product launches, certifications, personnel moves, accolades and other natural products company news this week.

Supplement or food? Product labeling opportunities and limitations

Lawyer Justin Prochnow outlines regulatory issues and considerations for claims and whether to label a product as a food, beverage or supplement. Here’s what you need to know as you formulate your product and plan your packaging.

Less waste, more clarity and other packaging trends for 2018

The natural products industry is leading the way not just in food and beverage trends but in CPG packaging, too.

What's NEXT for 2018? Natural products industry trends to watch

Dive into what’s driving the natural products consumer during this In Session look at today’s top trends.

5@5: 2 more members wave goodbye to GMA | Meat tax on the menu?

Each day at 5 p.m. we collect the five top food and supplement headlines of the day, making it easy for you to catch up on today's most important natural products industry news.

NPA admits Mylan, company named in EpiPen price gouging controversy

Mylan has a portfolio of supplement brands but is infamous for raising prices on EpiPen, a must-have for people with food allergies and other conditions. The admission points to questions over how trade associations set standards for membership.

Unilever to buy deodorant brand Schmidt's Naturals

Unilever, which has also recently unveiled two new personal care brands, adds the natural deodorant company to its portfolio.

Unilever to buy natural deodorant brand Schmidt's Naturals

Unilever, which has also recently unveiled two new personal care brands, adds the natural deodorant company to its portfolio.

Retailer roundtable: What action this year made the most difference to your bottom line?

Three retailers reflect on what they did in 2017 to grow revenues and improve their efficiency.

5 powders to supercharge your greens category

The pure nutrition evolution continues.

Kind embraces authentic kindness with new video

The snack bar brand's new, heartwarming campaign transcends politics.

5@5: Heavenly Organics puts mission first | Study: Even label-readers eat too much sodium

Each day at 5 p.m. we collect the five top food and supplement headlines of the day, making it easy for you to catch up on today's most important natural products industry news.

How to tell investors what they want to hear

This founder says it all comes down to speaking their language.

Millennials shop multiple stores for groceries

Freshness, convenience and brands drive store-hopping among young shoppers, according to a new report.

5 protein powders for every consumer niche

There's a protein powder for every predilection.

Chef-created Render brand products hit shelves

How one restaurant lab is supporting innovative product development.

5@5: Judge tells Whole Foods to re-open closed 365 store | Fresh moolah for NadaMoo

Each day at 5 p.m. we collect the five top food and supplement headlines of the day, making it easy for you to catch up on today's most important natural products industry news.

CBD science: Health conditions we know it’s good for

Education is key to the continued boom of this blockbuster ingredient. Here's a rundown of the state of the science on cannabidiol.

CEO: Sprouts ready for digital

The retailer points to real estate strategy as proof of e-commerce strength.

5@5: Animal antibiotic use highest for cattle | Packaging design trends for 2018

Each day at 5 p.m. we collect the five top food and supplement headlines of the day, making it easy for you to catch up on today's most important natural products industry news.

New Hope Network hosted TechStars' Food+Tech Startup Weekend. Here's what happened.

We opened our office to food entrepreneurs from across the world. Here's how it went down.

Nestlé to buy Atrium Innovations in $2.3B deal

The purchase of a supplement company by a giant CPG corporation is another sign of a tipping point for natural products, but the impact will be felt differently across the different channels Atrium serves.

5@5: Sugar, salt and saturated fat in packaged food | Kroger to close experimental Main & Vine store

Each day at 5 p.m. we collect the five top food and supplement headlines of the day, making it easy for you to catch up on today's most important natural products industry news.

How new brand Farm & Oven optimizes package design for e-commerce

Farm & Oven's go-to-market strategy is deeply steeped in digital-first retail. Learn how co-founders Kay Allison and Mike Senackerib designed packaging to entice online shoppers to click "buy."

Natural Grocers identifies 10 natural food trends for 2018

Natural Grocers’ manager of scientific affairs and nutrition education breaks down why collagen, detox diets, drinking vinegars and more are expected to make waves in the new year.

Don’t overlook power of Gen X shoppers

Demographics put this consumer group as prime grocery spenders.

5@5: Food waste grabs big brands' attention | Mars joins the ranks of food companies leaving GMA

Each day at 5 p.m. we collect the five top food and supplement headlines of the day, making it easy for you to catch up on today's most important natural products industry news.

3 things to know about Organic Valley’s newest solar project

For one, it will allow the brand to be powered completely by renewable energy within two years.

20 things hemp can do (or has done) to rule the world

From a small-farmer renaissance to impending legislation and court decisions, these are some of the most important hemp happenings to watch.

What holds more weight for emerging brands: Distribution or velocity?

While many entrepreneurs spend much of their effort getting into stores, it may not be the right strategy.

What savvy consumers want from 'natural'

Shoppers increasingly understand that natural itself may not mean very much and are looking for attributes to back up those claims, according to a new survey of more than 5,000 people.

5@5: Hampton Creek debuts plant-based egg substitute | CA will require brands to disclose 'fragrance' ingredients

Each day at 5 p.m. we collect the five top food and supplement headlines of the day, making it easy for you to catch up on today's most important natural products industry news.

Consumer Reports says supplements work for cold and flu—but you shouldn’t take them

In The Truth About Cold and Flu Supplements, Consumer Reports uses small risks to overshadow proven benefits. Is it an abundance of caution to negate an abundance of benefit?

This week: Blue Apron appoints new CEO | BASF Newtrition launches omega-3 absorption acceleration technology

A weekly roundup of new product launches, certifications, hires and appointments, accolades and other natural products company news.

What investors can bring to the table beyond capital

It's not possible to know everything necessary to run a business. That's where partners come in.

Q&A: Urban Organics leads in aquaponics

Aquaponics has the potential to minimize shipping and maximize produce output. So, what’s in its way?

5@5: Single-serve snack sales growing | Skratch Labs redesigns

Each day at 5 p.m. we collect the five top food and supplement headlines of the day, making it easy for you to catch up on today's most important natural products industry news.