Herbal Medicine, from Field to Factory

America’s Gaia Herbs, grower and manufacturer of organic botanical medicines, welcomes the public to its annual Summer Solstice Open House. The June 20th event will take place 10 am – 4 pm in Brevard, NC, United States of America. Visitors may tour the 250-acre certified organic farm and state-of-the-art manufacturing facility.

The Organic Trade Association releases its 2009 Organic Industry Survey

The recently released “2009 Organic Industry Survey” commissioned by The Organic Trade Association shows that in 2008 organic sales in the United States reached $24.6 billion in sales.

Global trends at All Things Organic, Expo Comida Latina and All Asia Food 2009

Ethnic and specialty foods and wellness and health oriented products are among strong consumer demands. Recent studies show that in the current uncertain economic environment, consumers are evaluating what’s truly important to them.

Educational events, international buyer’s mission and new exhibitors, at the combined shows in Chicago

The All Things Organic™ Conference, presented by the Organic Trade Association, and the new Health & Wellness Education Program, in partnership with Progressive Grocer Magazine and Nielsen Business Media, will focus on industry and consumer trends and challenges, and on exclusive research in the organic and wellness sectors.

“Retail” a Revitalizing Agent in Health Care Reform and the Economy

Powerful new research suggests retailers have the potential to help solve the U.S. health care crisis. A presentation including the release of this exclusive research will be presented at the new Health and Wellness Education Program, June 16-18 in Chicago, at Lakeside Center/McCormick Place.

New Products on display at All Things Organic™

Show organizers released the following sample of exhibitors and new and innovative products to be found at the combined shows…

USA organic sector

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s recent announcement of $50 million in new funding to foster greater production of organics in the country has thrilled the Organic Trade Association, who sees this as a significant boost.

Seven reasons to include China in your organic market expansion

Here are the most compelling reasons for considering the Chinese market, according to industry insiders, field visits and market figures.