http://www.organicwellnessnews.com Organic Newspaper and Online News Thu, 11 Jun 2009 20:31:22 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Gaia Herbs Announces Annual Summer Solstice Open House 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 ... http://www.organicwellnessnews.com/2009/06/herbal-medicine/ The Organic Trade Association releases its 2009 Organic Industry Survey By O.W.N. News Network 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. Organic food is the largest segment of organic products, totalling ... http://www.organicwellnessnews.com/2009/05/organic-industry-survey/ Global trends at All Things Organic™, Expo Comida Latina and All Asia Food 2009 By O.W.N. News Network 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. Core ... http://www.organicwellnessnews.com/2009/05/global-trends-at-all-things/ Educational events, international buyer's mission and new exhibitors, at the combined shows in Chicago By Adriana Michael Educational events to highlight industry trends and challenges 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 ... http://www.organicwellnessnews.com/2009/05/educational-events/ “Retail” a Revitalizing Agent in Health Care Reform and the Economy Source: The Organic Trade Association 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, ... http://www.organicwellnessnews.com/2009/05/retail-a-revitalizing-agent/ New Products on display at All Things Organic™ Source: The Organic Trade Association Show organizers released the following sample of exhibitors and new and innovative products to be found at the combined shows: Functional Snack Products •    Alvarado Street Bakery: Lifestyles Bread - a low-glycemic bread created specifically for diabetics. No-Salt Bread, the only ... http://www.organicwellnessnews.com/2009/05/new-products/ OTA welcomes $50 Million USDA funding for organic sector By O.W.N. network 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. “The Organic Trade Association is ... http://www.organicwellnessnews.com/2009/05/ota-welcomes/ Seven reasons why China is worth exploring By Robert Bell China is one of the most exciting emerging organic markets in the world. Its rapid population growth, rising affluence and unique market conditions present opportunities for foreign companies to develop their own “China strategy.” Here are the most compelling reasons for considering ... http://www.organicwellnessnews.com/2009/05/focus-on-china/ Monsanto files lawsuit against German government for ban on GMO By Malea Birke In retaliation for the recent German decision to ban GMO corn, its producer, biotechnology company Monsanto, has filed a lawsuit against the government, alleging the ban is unjustified. Last month, Agricultural Minister Ilse Aigner banned the cultivation and sale of ... http://www.organicwellnessnews.com/2009/05/monsanto-files/ Biofach China preparing to celebrate third edition By Lucia Lorente Biofach China, sister fair of Biofach and organized by NürnbergMesse China Co. Ltd. celebrates its third edition this coming May 27-29th. The show management aims to host 300 Chinese exhibitors and foreign producers and exporters of organic certified products, and 10,000 trade visitors ... http://www.organicwellnessnews.com/2009/05/biofach-china/