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An interview with Sandi Ford, President, Ford’s Gourmet Foods.

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Prepare, Perform and Recover with Honey Stinger

Trinity School of Natural Health

What an athlete puts in their body can make a significant difference in their performance, but properly fueling the body can be easier said than done. That’s why Honey Stinger has an

An interview with Julie Kline, President/CEO, Trinity School of Natural Health

SF: We have a Store Support section on our

Suzanne’s Specialties has been supplying alternative sweeteners to the health food and industrial food markets since 1984. Its offerings include brown rice syrup, clarified rice syrup, rice maltodextrin syrup and solids, tapioca syrup, tapioca maltodextrin and solids,

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GN: How does Ford’s Gourmet Foods support your stores?

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Once Again Organic Graham Cracker Sandwiches

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SuperSeedz New Premium European Pumpkin Seeds

Once Again Nut Butter is taking its high-quality, sustainably sourced nut and seed butters and making them super snackable with its introduction of 100 percent gluten-free graham

The world’s best pumpkin seeds just got better.

Introducing SuperSeedz Premium Select Pumpkin Seeds.

The Premium Select lineup features three amazing flavors: Gold sofi awardwinner Dark Chocolate and Sea Salt,

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Nature’s Fusions: Perfectly Pure, Perfectly Priced

Sustainable Local Projects from AKC/Taj

AKC Commodities, Inc./Taj Food (Pvt) Ltd. is not only the largest organic supplier from Pakistan. The Taj Welfare Foundation, founded by its owners and employees, is involved in various social

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Stevia Sweetener Debuts a Brand New Look

By Brian Jensen, Director of Marketing, Wisdom Natural Brands

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Meet The Pickle Juice Company

By Filip Keuppens, Vice President of Marketing & Global Sales, The Pickle Juice Company

Nature’s Fusions is a familyowned business that’s been putting its heart and soul into all-natural products for years. This wholesale and direct to consumer brand cares about its customers and has no affiliations with multi-

Consumers clearly love award-winning nosugar, zero-calorie SweetLeaf® stevia sweetener in convenient packets. The love for the brand has made it number one in

The Pickle Juice Company was originally established with the dual purpose of replenishing electrolytes lost during strenuous

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Great River Organic Milling

In a sleepy rural town on the Mississippi river in west central Wisconsin, Great River Organic Milling (GROM) is busy milling its organic flours for all its customers.

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J&M Foods Introduces Organic Wafers and Cookies

Food equals love.

That’s the straightforward equation that compelled Jamie Parham to enlist the help of her two daughters, Janis & Melanie, and start J&M Foods in her kitchen, thirty years ago.

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Flax-Based Products From Flax4Life Flax4Life celebrates 20 years in the business as a family-owned and operated bakery that produces the best-tasting, nutritious, and flax-based gluten-free products on the market. The allergy-friendly bakery is certified gluten free, nut free, dairy free, and now kosher. Flax4Life produces delicious brownies, muffins, cakes, granola, and now cookies that taste delicious but are good for you as well. Flax is the main ingredient in every product, and with this comes a treat that is packed full of fiber, Omega-3s, and healthy protein. It helps the body out from the head to the toes with support of the mind, heart,

bones, and most importantly, the gut.

Flax4Life’s discussion to develop nutritiously packed gluten-free baked goods came over two decades ago when a member of their family became very ill. After two years of not getting any answers and seeing countless doctors and specialists, they finally discovered that they were living with celiac disease. Shortly after, they found almost everyone in their family was either glutenintolerant or had celiac disease. Flax4Life noticed the lack of safe and delicious baked goods available for those living with food allergies. As a family of bakers with five gen-

Bamboo, the Wonder Wood

By Erin Morgan, WooBamboo!

Creative

Director,

Doesn’t it seem like yesterday no one in the Western world was utilizing bamboo? Everyone wanted maple floors, oak cabinets, and a walnut dining room table. All these famous hardwoods were believed to be the best quality, no matter the price or ecological impact.

If you feel like bamboo is a “new” thing, you’re not alone. Although China has been utilizing bamboo in hundreds of different capacities for nearly 7,000 years, bamboo didn’t really hit the Western market until the late 19th century.

Today, bamboo has a global market net worth of nearly $70 billion USD, according

to Grand View Research. With a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) of 5 percent annually for the next five years, bamboo’s global worth should be landing somewhere near $98 billion USD by the year 2025. That’s impressive for a wood that’s not even technically wood.

Bamboo is technically a member of the grass family, with nearly 1,500 species across five continents. Due to its composition, bamboo is not only more flexible than the standard hardwoods, but it is less porous and denser, making it far less likely to house bacteria, and up to 20 times stronger than maple. This makes it an ideal substitute for flooring, counter tops, furniture, kitchen accessories, and so much more. Rachel Kaplan,

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erations of baking and distribution of baked goods, it became their mission to develop gluten-free products with many health benefits that were made with all-natural ingredients, and most importantly, tasted delicious.

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of National Geographic even totes bamboo as having, “…a tensile strength stronger than steel, [making bamboo] popular in building materials. Essentially, you can build your house, your office, your décor… entirely from bamboo.” Pretty impressive for a grass.

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Publisher Kimberly Oser Vice President of Sales Anthony Socci Production Manager/Art Director Yasmine Brown Senior Editor AJ Flick Associate Editor Jeanie Catron Customer Service Manager Susan Stein Senior Account Manager Marcos Morhaim Account Managers Alisha Dicochea Danny Ranney Director of Operations Tara Neal Show Logistics & Distribution Hannah Stefanovich European Sales Enrico Cecchi Publishing office: 1877 N. Kolb Road, Tucson, AZ 85715 520.721.1300/Fax: 520.721.6300 Subscriber services: Gourmet News P.O. Box 30520 Tucson, AZ 85751 Naturally Healthy is published by Oser Communications Group ©2021 All rights reserved.

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Artichokes Chyps From Cynara Cynara USA, Inc. prides itself on being anything and everything artichoke. The company is a grower, producer, innovator and distributor. From selecting each artichoke by hand to packaging and labeling, Cynara controls and optimizes all the phases of the process.

The first artichoke snack product, Artichoke Chyps, has been a groundbreaking addition to the family of premium artichoke products. The demand for healthy snack options isn’t slowing down, and now shoppers have a new, keto-friendly option when seeking clean and wholesome snacks.

“We know that healthy snacking can be hard,” said Nina Kalandadze, general man-

ager of Cynara USA, Inc. “That’s why we created Artichokes Chyps, our own innovation in the market that’s superior quality, calorie conscious, nutrient focused, fiber fueled, and most importantly, delicious in taste.”

This award-winning superfood snack is packed to enjoy in a resealable, recyclable, gusseted bag and made from three ingredients: fresh artichokes, high oleic sunflower oil and a dash of salt. It’s rich in vitamins, minerals, free of trans fats and naturally gluten free. “It hits a lot of the important boxes: non-GMO, all natural, high in fiber and 100 percent plant based,” said Kalandadze.

Treat Yourself to a Full Recovery with Honey Stinger You know the moment: after sweating it out and pushing your body to its limit, you’re finally at the finish line. It was an exhausting but rewarding experience, and now you’ve earned a recovery day. Recovery isn’t just about rest, it’s about giving your body the nutrients it needs to rebuild.

Packed with protein and mouth-watering flavor, the Nut + Seed Bar is the quintessential tasty recovery treat. Most athletes are all too familiar with eating dense, tasteless, hard-

to-digest protein bars as part of their recovery post-exercise. With its new Nut + Seed Bar, Honey Stinger is on a mission to make recovery both tastier and more effective.

Loaded with 16 grams of protein, three antioxidants, and 25 percent of the Daily Recommended Value of Vitamin D, A, C, and E, Honey Stinger’s new Nut + Seed Bar provides the fuel athletes need to help rebuild muscle after a tough workout. The first-ofits-kind bar features a nut-butter filling cov-

New Eco-Line PET Vitamin Packers Alpha’s Eco-Line packers are a new line of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) vitamin bottles that are designed for sustainability. The bottles have the same dimensions as its standard 45mm and 53mm S-Line PET packers, but are available in a variety of gram weights that in some cases offer up to a 30 percent resin reduction. These bottles are run on two dedicated machines at Alpha’s Salt Lake City manufacturing site.

There are currently three sizes of round

bottles with 53mm necks (400cc, 500cc and 625cc), and three sizes of round bottles with 45mm necks (250cc, 300cc and 400cc).

Later this year, Alpha expects to add 750cc and 950cc round packers with 53mm necks, as well as a 950cc square packer with a 53400 neck.

Gram weight options have been selected to optimize the weight savings, match other bottles currently available in the market, and maintain bottle performance for all sizes. All of the gram weight op-

Ariston’s 4-Leaf Organic and Infused Balsamic Vinegars The new Ariston line of organic balsamic vinegars is characterized by a perfect balance between sweet and sour. This product is made exclusively with GMO-free and organically farmed grapes, without pesticides involved. The entire production process is certified in order to guarantee consumers the compliance with highest organic farming standards, guaranteed by the CCPB certifying body.

The grape must, cooked over a direct heat in an open vessel, simmers slowly and is

concentrated until it is reduced to about one third of its original volume. It is then placed in the attic, in a series of casks of oak wood.

Here, the balsamic vinegar passes the years acidifying, aging until it has reached a balance that only the alchemy of time can master, prodded along by the masterful hands of artisans.

This balsamic is naturally dark and dense, with a 5 percent acidity content. The balsamic is sweet with a very light pungency and an extremely thick consistency. They

Good Things Come in Small Packages Individually wrapped, Enstrom Almond Toffee Petites are the gold standard of snacking.

This artisan Almond Toffee is crafted from the perfect blend of fresh California al-

monds, sweet cream butter and pure cane sugar, covered in a generous layer of rich chocolate to create a treat unlike any other.

For 60 years, the Enstrom family has

Each bag contains the equivalent of six artichokes and is great for people who are on specific diets such as keto, vegan and paleo, but it’s also for those who are just looking for easier ways to eat more greens or wanting to cut out the junk. “They are versatile in that way, that it’s not for one specific customer, they are suitable for all food tribes and lifestyles,” said Melissa Elms, national sales director at Cynara USA, Inc. “Through hard work and determination, we made sure that the first artichoke to be taken as a snack is just as delicious as it is ered in caramel and rolled in crunchy nuts and seeds to create a protein-packed, postexercise snack that tastes like a treat.

Scientists agree that our muscles are most receptive to nutrients like carbohydrates and protein for about 30 minutes after a hard effort.

Honey Stinger makes recovery nutrition both easy and enjoyable with a bar that offers the perfect ratio of protein, carbs, and sugar, but is also so tasty, you’ll want to put in a hard day’s work just to get to the recovery bar.

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nutritious with just the right amount of crunch. It’s totally tasty, fun to enjoy and made exactly right.”

Cynara USA, Inc. is exclusively focused on artichokes. The heart of Cynara’s corporate philosophy is a commitment to being great global citizens with an uncompromising focus on the highquality, freshest, non-GMO ingredients; all sourced from sustainable farming communities passionate about best practices and human-planet leadership.

For more information, go to www.cynara .net/en or email info@cynara.net.

The best part? There are not one, but two delicious flavors to choose from: Peanut Sunflower Seed and Almond Pumpkin Seed. Both flavors are made with True Source Certified Honey, and are non-GMO and glutenfree. If you’re ready to recover like a pro, you can find your new favorite bar at www.honeystinger.com.

For more information, visit booth #1223, go to www.honeystinger.com or email sales@honeystinger.com.

tions have been thoroughly tested to ensure the bottles are easy to label and fill on conventional supplement filling lines, and Alpha’s customers have shown the greatest interest in the lightest-weight options for each size.

Compared to the traditional PET packers Alpha offers the market, supplement brands can expect a weight savings of anywhere from 7 percent to 30 percent, depending on which gram weight they choose.

The environmental impact doesn’t stop at the source reduction and weight savings.

Eco-Line packers can be run in recyclable virgin PET resin, 30 percent post-consumer resin (PCR) or 100 percent PCR content. Samples are available at www.alphap.com/product/pet-eco-linepackers. If you need large quantities for line tests or stability tests, send an email to sustainability@alphap.com with your project details.

have tasting notes of raisins, plum and some smoothness from oak barrels.

This product pairs well with any fine cheese or fruit, and finishes all dishes including salads, filet mignon, seafood dishes, grilled vegetables, certain desserts, vanilla ice cream, Greek yogurt, gelato and many more.

It’s also great for salad dressings and entertaining guests, and is even delicious in drinks and seltzer water.

This item comes in Traditional, Apple,

Fig, Pomegranate, Pear & Cinnamon, Blueberry and Black Cherry. Try them all!

Ariston’s 4-Leaf & Organic Balsamic Vinegar comes to you in a beautifully packaged box. Ariston cordially invites you to taste all its products, including its new CBD infused olive oil.

crafted Almond Toffee with only the finest, freshest and sustainably sourced ingredients. Every batch is still made in Grand Junction, Colorado, using Founder Chet Enstrom’s original recipe, lovingly handed down through four generations. Enstrom Almond Toffee is made with all-natural in-

For more information, visit booth #4034.

Visit Ariston at booth #1720.

For more information, call 860.263.8498, email aristonspecialties@hotmail.com or go to www.aristonspecialties.com, www .facebook.com/aristonoliveoil or www .instagram.com/aristonspecialties.

gredients, and is certified gluten free and kosher dairy. It’s quality that can be tasted in every bite.

For more information, call 800.252.5498, email wholesale@enstrom.com or go to www.enstrom.com.

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Trace Minerals Launches New Products Trace Minerals, America’s No. 1 selling trace mineral, liquid magnesium, and performance nutrition brand according to SPINS® and the leading provider of trace mineral-based supplements for almost 50 years, announced the addition of three new products to its extensive product line, including Ashwagandha Gummies, ACV Pak, and Ionic Chlorophyll 6000. These new products will officially launch at the Natural Products Expo East Trade Show.

“We’re really excited to launch these new products at Expo East, the first in-person trade show we’re attending as a company since Expo West was shut down in March of 2020,” said Matt Kilts, managing partner of Trace Minerals. “We know there will be a lot of buzz and excitement at this show and we’re really confident retailers will also be excited about these new and innovative products.”

First up for Trace Minerals is Ashwagandha Gummies, a delicious delivery format for anyone who is looking to supplement their diet with this century-old adaptogenic herb. According to research, Ashwagandha helps support the body’s response to the many stresses of life as well as supporting strength and endurance. It has also been shown to support a calm mood, memory, stress, sleep, and immunity. Each two-

gummy serving is naturally flavored with passion fruit orange and provides 300 milligrams of Ashwagandha and 25 micrograms (1,000 IU) of vitamin D3. Additionally, these gummies are plant based, gelatin free, certified vegetarian, gluten free and non-GMO. A 60-count, 30-serving bottle is priced at MSRP $29.99.

The next product in line for launch with an innovative delivery method is ACV Pak, a uniquely convenient way to supplement your diet with apple cider vinegar (ACV) without the inconvenience of lugging around a 32-ounce bottle of the smelly and easy-tospill liquid. ACV is a nutrient that has been used for centuries because of its many health benefits. ACV helps support healthy bacteria for gut health, weight management, healthy blood sugar levels, immunity, and heart health, but turns off many consumers because of its strong and sour taste. ACV Pak has been developed to add the benefits of ACV to the diet, but in a convenient, on-thego packet that’s also easy on the taste buds.

Each single-serving packet provides 1,000 milligrams of unfiltered, naturally orange flavored ACV and is gluten free, certified vegan, non-GMO, and carries an MSRP of $34.99 for a 30-packet box.

Finally, Trace Minerals will launch Ionic Chlorophyll 6000, a high-potency formula

Love Good Fats Introduces New Flavors Fan favorite Love Good Fats reveals two brand new products that introduce Keto Certified fruit flavors into the delicious line of Chewy Nutty bars. These bars feature crunchy nuts, sweet fruit, and delicious chocolate coatings while remaining Keto Certified and containing only 2 grams of sugar.

Dark Chocolatey Cranberry & Almond:

Treat yourself to a classic combination of dark chocolate, cranberries, and crunchy almonds – without all the sugar.

White Chocolatey Strawberry: Indulge in white chocolate and delicious strawberries with this crunchy bar loaded with cashews and almonds.

These delicious products beat the traditional bars on offer as they bring great taste

HobaCare Jojoba Oil – Feel the Difference of First-Press Quality Founded in 1994, The Original Jojoba Company, producer of HobaCare Jojoba, continues to lead the market as an expert in the many uses and benefits of pure jojoba for moisturizing and conditioning skin, scalp, and hair. The only company in the world producing a first-press quality jojoba, where the jojoba seeds are only lightly pressed after harvest, focusing on the best quality oil rather than optimizing for quantity, HobaCare Jojoba is lighter feeling, quick to

absorb, and virtually odorless.

The Original Jojoba Company is now vertically integrated with a cooperative of jojoba farmers, so it knows exactly how the jojoba is grown, harvested, pressed, and bottled. While other jojoba on the market may be blended from oils from multiple sources around the world, you can rest assured that HobaCare Jojoba comes only from its partner farms. From seed to skin, the superior quality of HobaCare Jojoba is closely con-

California Farms Sweetened Condensed Milk Santini’s California Farms Sweetened Condensed Milk is manufactured in the U.S.A. using fresh milk for a fresh dairy flavor and milky white color. The sweetened condensed milk is kosher certified by the Orthodox Union, halal certified, Real California Milk certified, gluten free, and select products are also certified organic.

Santini Foods has been producing sweetened condensed milk on the West Coast since 1995. It is a full line supplier of all types of sweetened condensed milks. Santini Foods is certified to make organic sweetened condensed milk and can produce rBST-free sweetened condensed milk for customers requiring it. Santini offers sweetened con-

that contains 6,000 milligrams of concentrated chlorophyll per bottle and is naturally flavored with peppermint essential oil for a smooth taste. Chlorophyll is a liposoluble pigment that gives green plants their color. Medical studies have suggested that it may support the body’s natural detoxification processes, weight management, energy production, digestion, and immunity. Each serving of Ionic Chlorophyll 6000 contains 50 milligrams of chlorophyll from sodium copper chlorophyllin – a water soluble derivative of chlorophyll – and 5 milligrams of Ionic Trace Minerals, which contains a concentrated complex of full spectrum ionic trace minerals. Plus, it’s gluten free, certified vegan, non-GMO and provides 120 servings per 2-ounce bottle with an MSRP of $29.99.

All of Trace’s products are third-party tested and are manufactured in a cGMP certified facility for quality, purity, safety, and potency.

About Trace Minerals Trace Minerals is the ionic mineral supplement brand you’ve known and trusted for almost 50 years and is America’s No. 1 selling trace mineral, liquid magnesium, and performance nutrition brand according to

to the table without any compromises, because they’re Keto Certified, Non-GMO Project Verified, gluten free, and kosher. These will appeal to the consumers who are looking to kick sugar without sacrificing on taste.

Kelsey Ingham, director of innovation for Love Good Fats, explains, “These Chewy trolled, making a difference you can feel.

Last year, the Original Jojoba Company updated its labels and branding for a fresh new look. Perfect for retail, HobaCare Jojoba stands out on store shelves with its bright, botanical illustrations and clear material to show off the gold of the beautiful golden jojoba. In addition to retail and direct-to-consumer sales, HobaCare Jojoba is available in bulk sizes up to 55-gallon drums for personal care manufacturers, makers, and others. Because of the direct connection with its jojoba farms, The Original densed milk in every size container, ranging from the small, 14-ounce can you see at your local grocery store to 40,000-pound tanker trucks to fit the needs of industrial users.

Organic Sweetened Condensed Milk California Farms Organic Sweetened Condensed Milk is the perfect choice

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SPINS. TMR is the exclusive provider of ConcenTrace® Trace Mineral Drops, an ionic, solar evaporated, GRAS-affirmed, food-grade, Kosher, Halal, and Non-GMO Project Verified essential trace mineral complex for food, beverage, and dietary supplement use. ConcenTrace is also the No. 1 selling trace mineral in the natural products industry according to SPINS. Trace Minerals uses these naturally balanced, naturally occurring minerals as the basis for all products in its branded product line. Extensive research supports the need to keep minerals in proper balance throughout the body to achieve optimal health and wellness. Trace Minerals is focused solely on servicing the natural products industry and the company’s complete line of superior quality nutritional supplements is backed by a “Feel the Difference or Your Money Back” guarantee. In addition, Trace Minerals is Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) certified by the Natural Products Association™ (NPA) (www.npainfo.org) and UL® Registrar LLC (www.ul.com) partnership under the new Food and Drug Administration’s final cGMP rule [21 CFR 111] for dietary supplements and has been GMP certified since 2004.

For more information, visit booth #3691.

Nutty bars unlock a whole new consumer segment for the brand and the category, going beyond our original melt-in-your mouth chocolatey bars to deliver the first truly crunchy, satisfying bar in the low sugar and keto category that are loaded with good fats.”

For more information, visit booth #1354 or go to www.lovegoodfats.com.

Jojoba Company not only has the best quality jojoba but can also be highly competitive on pricing for bulk amounts.

Whether purchasing HobaCare Jojoba, certified HobaCare Organic Jojoba, or HobaCare Baby (sold in a pump bottle for families), customers know they will receive the highest quality jojoba oil from The Original Jojoba Company.

For more information, visit booth #3341, go to www.hobacare.com, call 800.256.5622 or email orders@hobacare.com. for anyone wanting to increase the amount of organic food in their diet without sacrificing flavor or quality. Formulated to do just that, California Farms Organic Sweetened Condensed Milk is Santini Foods’ most assertive step forward toward a more healthconscious future.

For more information, visit booth #7951.

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Bone Suckin’ Mustard

By Blair Bodnarchuk, Graphic Designer, Bone Suckin’ Sauce

Bone Suckin’® Mustard is perfect for grilling, dipping, and even eating with a spoon. It’s fantastic on ham biscuits, grilled cheese and dogs! Mix either the Sweet or Sweet Spicy version with cream cheese and diced onions for a delicious bagel spread.

As always, Bone Suckin’ sauces are gluten free, non-GMO, kosher, and are made without high fructose corn syrup, so your customers can feel great about bringing home a jar of award-winning Bone Suckin’ Mustard.

The sweet combination of brown sugar,

molasses and paprika, finishing with that signature zing, make Bone Suckin’ Mustard a world champion. The Sweet version of our Bone Suckin’ Mustard was awarded the title of world champion in the National Museum of Mustard’s World Championship of Mustard.

Our Sweet Mustard is not the only champion. Our Bone Suckin’ Sweet Spicy Mustard, with the added subtle heat of jalapeños, was named national champion by the National Museum of Mustard. The Sweet Spicy Mustard also won first place at the Great American BBQ Contest in Kansas City. Both the Sweet and the Sweet Spicy mustards

The Spice Lab Announces Expansion of Production Facility Having doubled business in the last 12 months, The Spice Lab is expanding its SQF production facility in Pompano Beach, Florida, to 125,000 square feet to accommodate growth.

“We’re incredibly grateful,” said Brett Cramer, co-founder of The Spice Lab, “and we are on track to double business again this year. We’re excited to see where the second half of 2021 takes us.”

The impressive space includes a design department, research and development kitchen with full-time chef-in-residence, business offices and a product showroom.

Four more high-speed production lines will be added to the eight current lines, increasing production from 40,000 to 100,000 units per day.

Co-founders Jennifer and Brett Cramer have seen tremendous growth since opening in 2009. The Spice Lab has been recognized for the eighth consecutive year as one of the 2021 Top 75 Women-Owned Businesses in Florida (ranked #18) and named to the Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies five times. Other accolades include being named to the Entrepreneur360 list, Florida Companies to Watch by GrowFL

SuperSeedz Premium Select Gourmet Pumpkin Seeds Introducing SuperSeedz Premium Select gourmet pumpkin seeds featuring awardwinning flavors. The lineup is highlighted by gold sofi award-winner Dark Chocolate & Sea Salt, Sweets & Snacks firstplace winner Vermont Maple & Sea Salt, and the ever-popular Pink Himalayan Salt.

Premium Select also boasts new premium soft touch packaging, creating an unforgettable snacking experience.

SuperSeedz are the world’s best premium European pumpkin seeds. The seeds are directly imported from the finest growers in Austria. SuperSeedz is dry

Fiorucci Uncured Pepperoni and Sopressata Slices Fiorucci is the brand of specialty meats that delivers the true taste of Italy. For more than 170 years, Fiorucci has used old-world recipes to produce a full line of authentic Italian charcuterie meats, cheeses and premium snacking products using only hand-

trimmed cuts of premium pork and the finest ingredients, then slowly aging them to perfection.

Fiorucci’s new 100% Natural Uncured Pepperoni and Sopressata Charcuterie nuggets are made from 100 percent vegetar-

Divine Chocolate Unveils Crispy Thins Divine Chocolate, the only Fairtrade chocolate company in the world co-owned by cocoa farmers, has unveiled new Crispy Thins, a surprisingly light, irresistibly crispy and truly snackable treat. Crispy Thins are made with an exquisite blend of rich, silky Fairtrade chocolate and air-popped rice, which is then expertly crafted into a thin, wafer-like chip.

At less than 20 calories per Thin, the Crispy Thins offer a lighter snacking alterna-

tive to any other offering in the chocolate aisle with their unique shape and texture. The line is made with Divine’s best-selling flavors: Dark Chocolate, Dark Chocolate with Mint, Milk Chocolate, and Milk Chocolate with Caramel and Sea Salt. Crispy Thins are made with all natural ingredients and pure cocoa butter with all flavors certified Fairtrade and dark chocolate versions suitable for vegans.

“We are elated about this new addition to our product mix,” said Morgan McKenna, Senior

were national champions in two categories at the Illinois BBQ Society, scoring higher than any other mustard had previously scored. Don’t just take our word for it, try it for yourself!

Bone Suckin’ Cuban Sandwich Recipe

Ingredients 2 Tbsp Bone Suckin’ Mustard (Sweet or Sweet Spicy) 1 medium sub roll 1/4 lb each of thinly sliced baked ham, roast pork and provolone cheese

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Dill pickles, 10 thin slices 1 Tbsp unsalted butter

Directions 1. Apply the Bone Suckin’ Mustard of your choice to both insides of the roll.

2. Build a sandwich using pork, ham, cheese and pickles.

3. Press the sandwich in a heated sandwich press coated with butter or press with another frying pan while cooking on the stove. Cook until the cheese is melted.

For more information, visit booth #1851, go to www.bonesuckin.com, call 800.446.0947 or email sales@bonesuckin.com.

and the South Florida Business Journal’s 2017 Business of the Year for $3 to $25 million in revenue.

A womanowned, family-run business, The Spice Lab takes great pride in being one of the world’s premier suppliers of sea salts and seasoning blends. Its extensive product line includes top-quality salts, award-winning seasonings and rubs, premium spices, peppercorns, natural sugars, loose teas, Himalayan salt shot glasses, cocktail mixers and rimmers and a wide variety of corporate gifts. It also provides private label for regional and national brands and for high-pro-

file clients such as Curtis Stone and Wolfgang Puck. The Spice Lab is USDA Organic certified for packaging organic spices and introduced a premium organic spice line in 2020.

The company’s high-quality line of products can be found in its retail store in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and in grocery, gourmet and specialty gift shops, foodservice, club, major retailers, on Amazon and the company website at www.spices.com.

roasted, small batch crafted, gluten free, peanut free, tree nut free, soy free, fish free, and vegan. They are also Non-GMO Project Verified, have zero cholesterol, zero trans-fat, 7 to 8 grams of plant-based protein per serving (1 oz.), contain all nine essential amino acids, 15 percent RDI iron and zinc, 35 percent RDI magnesium,

super low carbohydrates, and are keto friendly, paleo friendly and school safe.

Stop by SuperSeedz booth #1209 to learn about several new products planned for 2022.

ian-fed pork that has never been administered antibiotics or growth hormones. They are completely free from artificial flavors, colors, preservatives, nitrates and nitrites, all while packing 6 grams of protein per Marketing Manager at Divine Chocolate. “The Crispy Thins have the decadence and quality consistent with all Divine products, but what makes this product unique is the lightness and texture. Each Thin packs a tasty experience that engages the senses in a new way.”

Divine Chocolate is driven by a social mission: to bring people together using the amazing power of chocolate to delight and engage, creating dignified trading relations that empower both producers and consumers. All Divine products carry the Fairtrade mark. Divine Chocolate is also a Certified B Corporation. B Corps meet the

For more information, go to www.spices.com or contact Gary Oliver, national sales manager, at sales@thespicelab.com.

For more information, visit booth #1209.

serving. These premium charcuterie meats add a healthy element to any board or snacking occasion.

For more information, go to www.fioruccifoods.com, email cfa.marketing@campofriofg.com, or visit the company's social media pages on Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, or Pinterest. highest standards of verified social and environmental performance, public transparency and legal accountability, and aspire to use the power of markets to solve social and environmental problems.

Inspire the timeless enjoyment of premium quality chocolate with a crunch with Crispy Thins. Crispy Thins are perfect for casual gifting, enjoying on your own or sharing with friends. The suggested retail price for the 2.8ounce package of Crispy Thins is $3.50.

For more information, email sales@ divinechocolateusa.com.

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Plastic Negative? Affirmative.

By Erin Morgan, WooBamboo!

Creative

Director,

Carbon neutrality has been a hot button topic for the past 20 years or so. The idea of offsetting your contribution to the planet’s rising temperature is highly appealing not only to businesses, but to individuals as well. Carbon footprint calculators can be found plentifully online and Fortune 500 companies boast their eco-friendliness via badges of carbon neutrality. While calculating a carbon offset is a wonderful way to combat air pollution and the planet’s heating, there’s another, less discussed problem lurking not in Earth’s atmosphere, but on its surface. Enter: Plastic.

While plastic itself is over a hundred years old, first being discovered and refined in 1907, it really made its big break in the U.S. during WWII when the production of plastic grew by 300 percent. The desire for plastic production grew so exponentially and rap-

idly that it didn’t even take 50 years for the side effects to start being noticed. In the 1960s, the side effects of plastic were starting to be discovered in places consumers and everyday people couldn’t have imagined: the oceans, animal waste, and human bloodstreams. The growing concern seems to have only gained speed with each passing decade, but production hasn’t pumped the brakes quite yet. How do we tackle this growing problem, as both business owners and individual consumers?

With catchy slogans like “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle” gaining traction, and the use of reusable non-plastic straws and grocery bags is picking up speed, baby steps have been taken. But there’s another way to take it a step further. Sharing the same concept of carbon neutrality, there is now plastic neutrality.

Let’s break it down. Plastic neutrality is the idea of funding the ethical removal of recyclable plastics from high risk habitats and waterways all across our globe. The same

Work, Play, Hydrate with Honey Stinger The focus of sports nutrition is often on the food athletes need to stay energized. But without proper hydration, the body can’t perform at its highest level. Water is a good start, but to speed the absorption of key nutrients, you need a hydration system you can count on.

Honey Stinger is solving hydration with its new Rapid Hydration Mix, a three-part system to help you PREPARE, PERFORM, and RECOVER from your toughest training.

The unique system caters to each phase of your workout to keep you at the top of your game. Based on science pioneered by the

way someone would calculate a carbon footprint, you can calculate plastic usage and donate the funds needed to remove the equivalent amount from those most polluted environments. How’s it work?

The weight of plastic usage is found, there’s a dollar-amount assigned to the weight (usually equivalent to a couple cents a day), and those cents go right back into paying the ethical wages of waste workers all across the world.

Here at WooBamboo, we are always trying to ensure our products and their packaging is as sustainable as possible. We offer toothbrushes that are 95 percent less plastic than your standard manual toothbrush, highquality dental floss that is fully biodegradable and made of natural materials, and have introduced zero waste packaging options for several of our products. That being said, some distributors and stores simply won’t World Health Organization, Honey Stinger’s formula combines honey with sodium and water to speed up the absorption of key nutrients when needed most.

Hydrating before a workout is just as important as hydrating during exercise. Honey Stinger’s PREPARE electrolyte blend consists of one part sodium and three parts potassium; it functions to replenish the fluids in your body lost to daily dehydration from metabolic activity and optimize hydration with more sustained energy. Plus, it helps support brain function, mental focus, and cognitive health.

Enjoy in a Strawberry Lemonade or Pomegranate Passionfruit flavor and for best results drink one hour before a workout.

Out at the track, on the trails, or in the weight room, it’s your time to shine. Take a swig or two of the Black Cherry or Mango Melon PERFORM formula to help keep your body keep moving. This performancebased blend – three parts sodium and one part potassium – replenishes your electrolytes fast and gives you quick energy, delivering 50 percent greater carbohydrate absorption than glucose alone. The added benefits of L-Theanine help support focus and the Mango Melon flavor capitalizes on the caffeine benefits of guayusa to help sus-

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carry products not packaged in plastic. To offset our own contribution to the global plastic crisis, we partnered up with an organization called rePurpose Global that works with companies trying to do their part in offsetting plastic usage. We wanted to go above and beyond to ensure we were doing more help than harm.

Through this notion, WooBamboo became the world’s first-ever certified plastic negative oral care brand on the planet. Every WooBamboo purchase not only offsets any plastic used in that product, but also helps cover plastic not yet accounted for. That’s not just plastic neutral, it’s plastic negative.

Find out how you or your business can get involved at www.repurpose.global.

For more information, visit booth #2826, go to www.woobamboo.com, call 239.217.3500 or email smiles@woobamboo.com.

tain energy.

You put in the hard work, don’t let it go to waste.

Take care of your body and drink up to replenish the fluids and electrolytes lost during a sweat sesh. Honey Stinger’s RECOVER formula is one part sodium and three parts potassium, but with bonus ingredients zinc, elderberry, and vitamins C and D to help support the immune system. To maximize these benefits, make sure to drink the Berry or Tangerine Defense flavor within one hour of completing your activity.

Gone are the days of forcing down a drink mix during a workout because you know you need a boost. With six tasty flavors to choose from, Honey Stinger makes hydrating easy and delicious. Simply mix a single serving packet with 16 ounces of water, and you’ll be ready to go. Fueling top elites and everyday enthusiasts alike, Honey Stinger makes great-tasting, convenient sports nutrition products. Whether you are preparing, performing, or recovering from your training, Honey Stinger is there to help you perform at your peak.

For more information, visit booth #1223, go to www.honeystinger.com or email sales@honeystinger.com.

Ear Candles from Wally’s Natural Products

By Tracy Burns, Director of Sales, Wally’s Natural Products, Inc.

What is ear candling? Why should you use an ear candle?

An ear candle is a long, thin, hollow coneshaped instrument made of cotton muslin that has been dipped and coated with wax.

The practice of ear candling has been around for centuries, with origins in ancient China, Egypt and India.

Ear candles are used to relax and melt away stress and daily frustrations. The way

they work is that once the top of the candle is burning, warm air and rhythmic sounds begin moving down the candle and into the ear, creating a tranquil and soothing experience. Relax, unwind and enjoy the calming effects of Wally’s Natural Ear Candles.

Wally’s Ear Candles come in Soy Wax, Beeswax or Paraffin Wax; Unscented, Lavender and Herbal varieties.

For more information, email Tracy Burns at tracy@wallysnatural.com or go to www.wallysnatural.com.

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Bellucci Boosts Olive Oil Traceability with New On-Pack QR Codes Bellucci EVOO, a Certified Origins, Inc. premium brand, continues to stay at the forefront of food supply chain management by keeping pace with the rapid evolution of blockchain technology. Bellucci’s new label packaging includes QR codes to complement their immutable traceability. Each bottle’s unique code allows you to trace it back to its birthplace in rural Italy. This gives shoppers what they need to make informed choices.

Perhaps now more than ever, consumers want to know aspects of their food beyond just price and nutritional value, such as farming methods, artisanal traditions and particular origins. “Blockchain technology adds a further level of transparency and information that is valuable for consumers looking for quality products and helps us support the ex-

cellence of small farms,” said Andrea Biagianti, Chief Information Officer at Certified Origins, Inc. By scanning the outer QR code on each Bellucci bottle, consumers will automatically receive information on sourcing, production, packaging and shipping.

The brand uses small-scale farming methods to produce sustainably grown extra virgin olive oil, with the rich authentic flavor of Italy. While the climate and growing methods can affect the taste of EVOO, there are hundreds of different olive cultivars, and each variety gives a specific flavor and aroma to the oil. With Bellucci’s new QR code feature, consumers will also discover which cultivar was used to make their extra virgin olive oil, the very grove in which the olives were harvested, crushed, filtered and packed, and es-

Fannie May Celebrates Over a Century with New Innovations

By Richard Fossali, Vice President and General Manager, Fannie May Confections Brands, Inc.

For over a century, Fannie May® has made experiences special with handcrafted, highquality chocolates. We source the finest ingredients to give our loyal and growing new fanbase unparalleled tasting experiences that are meant to make moments memorable.

From our home-grown Chicago roots, to unique flavor profiles and even the visual appeal of our packaging – every aspect of the brand showcases deep commitment to tradition, quality and community.

While we’re proud of our storied heritage, everything we do is only possible through the work of our dedicated team members and the support of our loyal customers. We’d like to thank everyone for their boundless love, care and generosity. We’re proud to be celebrating over a century together, and we look

forward to hundreds more!

Every company is known for its classics.

Fannie May fans are already familiar with ours: refreshing Mint Meltaways®, caramel pecan Pixies®, and deliciously creamy peanut butter Buckeyes. While these premium chocolate offerings will always be Fannie May staples, our vision is a future filled with new innovations, and we’re excited to share how we’ll continue to surprise and delight chocolate lovers to come.

Premium Snack Mixes When our Master Chocolatier ideates new products in the test kitchen, they’re made with you in mind. That is why we’re excited to share more about our snack mixes that launched over the past year, and were inspired by a desire for sophisticated snacking, and feature original recipes that evoke happy and familiar connections.

Our S’mores Snack Mix is a premium

REAL FOOD FROM THE GROUND UP Adds Purple Carrot Crackers REAL FOOD FROM THE GROUND UP®, Snacks with a Plant-Based Twist, is upping its game with the launch of a new vegetable base and cracker innovation. Purple Carrot Crackers will be available at retailers nationwide, including Whole Foods Market and online at FromTheGroundUpSnacks.com and on Amazon.

Purple Carrot is the newest veggie to the REAL FOOD FROM THE GROUND UP

crew and one that has been growing roots for a while. Just as crunchy and tasty as the orange version, but made with real purple carrot – it’s the No. 1 ingredient. Purple is the new orange!

These crackers are certified vegan, NonGMO Project Verified and certified glutenfree. The perfectly purple squares are baked into light and crispy crackers that you can feel good about eating, so go ahead, have a

Darrell Lea Announces Move to 100% Palm Oil Free Darrell Lea has announced that it is now 100 percent palm oil free. The iconic company is the first major licorice brand in the U.S. to achieve this significant milestone.

Darrell Lea has been listening to its customers and knows that more ethically

sourced ingredients matter. Removing palm oil is just one of the many steps the company is taking to create candy that is better for customers, consumers, and the environment.

After extensive testing, Darrell Lea landed on sunflower oil as a preferred replacement.

sentially be able to verify their bottle’s authenticity. “The blockchain is a distributed database, which creates an unalterable record of any event which is entered,” explained Giovanni Quaratesi, Director Of Sales and Business Development at Certified Origins, Inc. “The open ledger system documents the entire journey of each Bellucci EVOO, from the olive tree to grocery store aisle.”

Bellucci’s growers carefully select all cultivars to produce the utmost in sensory qualities. Knowing the distinctive characteristics of each varietal can help determine which EVOO is best for pairing with specific foods and when oil is past its peak flavor.

Bellucci Toscano PGI Organic EVOO possesses the verdant blush of Tuscany's fresh olive fruits. Intense spice and fruit flavors are offset by rich tones of artichoke and almond, offering a delightful and balanced palate.

Certified Protected Geographical Indication means that the olives were grown, milled and the oil bottled in Tuscany, for an experience

twist on an American classic that will immediately transport you back to carefree days spent snacking around the campfire. Featuring crunchy graham cereal and fluffy marshmallows coated in milk chocolate, this delicious recipe takes enjoying s’mores to a whole new level. We’ve also recently introduced a delicious Peanut Butter Pretzel Snack Mix. This sweet and savory combination features crunchy peanut-butter filled pretzels coated in premium milk chocolate.

Looking ahead, this holiday season we will be debuting a brand-new Dark Chocolate Peppermint S’mores Snack Mix, which puts a holiday twist on our indulgent original S’mores Snack Mix. This festive offering features crunchy grahams and fluffy pink peppermint marshmallows coated in rich dark chocolate and is sprinkled with peppermint candy bits.

From road trips to watching movies or study breaks, our premium snack mixes can

handful (or two) – a serving size is 50 crackers. Flavors include Sea Salt and Ranch.

Suggested retail price is $3.99 for a 4-ounce box.

“We’re excited about Purple Carrot joining Cauliflower and Butternut Squash vegetable bases for our growing snack brand,” said Deb Holt, CMO of REAL FOOD FROM THE GROUND UP. “We love being able to offer plant-based versions of classic snacks and our Purple Carrot Crackers, a nod to the original orange squares, are as good as they look!”

REAL FOOD FROM THE GROUND UP has been giving classic snacks a plant-based It is the best choice from an environmental, health-related and manufacturing perspective.

Tim Stanford, Global Marketing Director, said, “The mammoth task has taken the business two years to complete, with more than 200 individual ingredients reviewed and 100 products

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of the finest of authentic Tuscan terroir.

Bellucci Organic 100% Italian EVOO combines the subtle flavors of Biancolilla, Nocellara and Cerasuola cultivars to tantalize your taste buds. Subtle notes of pepper give way to ripe fruit, with hints of tomato and fresh herbs, making this the perfect pairing for comfort foods, meats, and roasted or sauteed vegetables.

Bellucci was formed by a cooperative of farmers who are passionately devoted to preserving the land and their cultural heritage.

With their application of blockchain technology to further validate their transparency and sustainable EVOO production, you can be assured that your extra virgin olive oil bottle is exactly what they claim: 100 percent pure, authentic Italian, and fully traceable from grower to the grocer.

For more information, go to www .belluccipremium.com or email chip@ certifiedorigins.com.

be enjoyed anytime, anywhere! S’mores Snack Mix and Peanut Butter Pretzel Snack Mix are available in 5-ounce sharing size bags, and 2-ounce single serve pouches for portion control or on-thego indulgent snacking moments. Larger sized bags are also available at Fannie May retail stores, Club and eComm channels (S’mores 18oz/PB Pretzel 22oz.).

Likewise, Dark Chocolate Peppermint S’mores Snack Mix will be available in 5ounce as well as 18-ounce sizes. In answer to consumer demand for more transparent ingredients, each snack mix is made with zero artificial preservatives and zero artificial flavors.

For more information, go to www .fanniemay.com or call 330.494.0833. Follow on social media @fanniemaychocolates on Instagram, @FannieMayChocolates on Facebook or @fmchocolate on Twitter. twist since its launch in 2018. The brand won over consumer taste buds with cauliflowerbased versions of Crackers, Pretzels, Tortilla Chips, Stalks (puffed snacks), and most recently with Chips and Snacking Crackers.

The company branched out in 2019 with the launch of Butternut Squash-based Crackers, Pretzels, Tortilla Chips and Stalks. Now with Purple Carrot taking root, there is a veggie variety and format for every snack lover with more flavor, more crunch, and more bites per serving.

For more information, call 888.989.9055 or go to www.fromthegroundupsnacks.com.

changed in the process.”

All products departing Australia from September 2020 onwards will be 100 percent palm oil free.

Darrell Lea will also redesign packaging with a stand-out new Palm Oil Free logo and clear ingredient listing.

For more information, go to www.dlmakesitbetter.com.au.

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Holistic Health Education from Trinity School of Natural Health Trinity School of Natural Health is the premier resource for holistic health education.

Founded in 1991 by Dr. Wendell Whitman, Trinity celebrated its 30th anniversary this year under the current president, CEO, and daughter of Dr. Wendell Whitman, Julie Whitman Kline. Kline continues to honor her father’s legacy and build upon his vision by making natural health education accessible to all. Julie’s ongoing mission and personal slogans for Trinity are “to reach millions” and “transform the world through natural health.”

In 2018, Trinity began teaching its courses completely online. It also increased its program offerings, which students can complete from the comfort of their homes. However, Trinity vowed never to lose its personalized approach to education, regardless of how

digital the world became. Trinity’s programs are taught by experienced instructors from the natural health field and delivered in an online classroom that promotes interaction.

Students and graduates also have the opportunity to meet in person at a yearly event, the Legacy Summit, which is Trinity’s “family reunion” where learning and connecting with fellow students, graduates, and staff takes place.

Trinity currently has 15 programs and counting. The vice president of education, Dr. Lauren Ameling, is currently working to launch the Spanish Speaking Health Coach program in 2022. A homeopathy program is also in development. Trinity’s core programs, Health Coach, Certified Natural Health Professional, Certified Holistic Health Practitioner, and Certified Traditional

Truth Bar Unveils Newest Flavor Ultra-healthy and delicious to boot, Truth Bar is a low sugar food bar packed with high-quality ingredients, including fiber, prebiotics, probiotics and omega-3s.

The first company to create a nutrition bar with prebiotics and probiotics, Truth Bar unveils its newest flavor, Dark Chocolate Coconut Lemon, at this year’s Natural Products Expo East. In addition to being chock full of nutrients, this lip-smacking, all-natural new bar features bold lemon in a moist coconut base dipped in rich dark chocolate. At 45 grams, the new bar – like other Truth Bar varieties – has 1 billion CFUs of probiotics and a full day supply of omega 3s from chia.

The brainchild of Diana Stobo, a noted cookbook author and entrepreneur, Truth Bar

is available in six flavors, including Chocolate Peanut Butter Crunch, Dark Chocolate Coconut, Dark Chocolate Toasted Marshmallow, Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, Dark Chocolate Raspberry Coconut and the new Dark Chocolate Coconut Lemon. All are gluten free, non-GMO and kosher and made with no artificial ingredients or fillers.

After undergoing a health crisis, Stobo – previously a French chef, professional baker and chocolatier – committed herself to the study of healthy eating and nutrition, eventually formulating Truth Bar, which she describes as the “best nutrition bar for gut health.”

Containing a daily supply of omega-3s and loaded with one billion CFUs of probi-

HGO’s Oregon Orchard Single-serve Snack Hazelnut Growers of Oregon (HGO) has expanded its Oregon Orchard® hazelnut snack lineup with nine new, single-serve 2.2-ounce packages in seasoned (five) and chocolatedipped (four) flavors.

The new chocolate-dipped, grab-and-go size hazelnut items are Dark Chocolate, Milk Chocolate, Skinny Milk Chocolate (20 percent less chocolate) and Marionberry Chocolate. On the savory/seasoned side, Himalayan Salt, Southwest Chili Pepper, Sweet & Spicy Barbecue, Rosemary, and Cinnamon Sugar are now available in the 2.2-ounce pouches.

The new lineup started shipping late last year for a suggested retail price of $2.99-$3.99 at Wilco Farm Stores in the Pacific Northwest, online at www.oregonorchard.com, and on www.amazon.com.

Greg Thorsgard, HGO’s Chief Operations Officer, said the new single-serve packages meet a growing demand from consumers seeking better-for-you, on-the-go snacks.

“The 2.2-ounce package size is a perfect size to introduce people to a healthy and delightful snack,” Thorsgard said. “It also allows us to enter different trade channels from

Paesana Organic Pasta Sauce: New Look, Same Quality Ingredients Clean, simple, organic ingredients – this was the inspiration of Paesana’s fresh new Organic Pasta Sauce packaging redesign. And, of course, the outside of the jar must reflect the quality of the ingredients inside the jar.

What better way than with a clear label?

This clear label design enables customers to appreciate those extra slices of garlic, bits

of real basil, and more of the richness from the 100 percent Italian tomatoes in the line of organic sauces. It’s a view that inspires some home cooks to grab a jar or two off the shelf.

For added convenience, Paesana Organic Pasta Sauces are packed in display-ready trays, making an attractive store end-cap display. This eye-catching store set up is unique

Naturopath, continue to be the standard for all students interested in starting a career in the natural health industry or incorporating natural health techniques in their personal lives.

Trinity’s specialized programs act as stand-alone certificates or as advanced training complementary to the core programs.

These include Biblical Coach, Aromatherapy Specialist, Flower Essence Specialist, Holistic Fitness Specialist, Lyme Specialist, Master Herbalist, Nutritional Consultant, ZYTO Specialist, Master Iridologist, Mind-Body Integration Specialist, and Endocannabinoid Professional. Educational Alliances with Deseret Biologicals, ZYTO, and Pivital Edu provide innovative training by experts from well-known natural health businesses throughout the Mind-Body Integration Specialist, Certified Lyme Specialist, Certified ZYTO Specialist, and Endocannabinoid Prootics, a healthy bacterium that helps digestion and promotes regularity, Truth Bar is scientifically formulated to balance your microbiome, boost your immune power, give you sustained energy and soothe tummy troubles. All flavors of Truth Bar have on average <10 grams of protein, <10 grams of fiber, just 2 to 5 grams of sugar and only 180 calories.

“With vital ingredients, this is the optimal health bar – created for those in search of a delicious and easy way to help optimize nutrients in the diet and curb gut health issues,” Stobo says. “When you have a healthy, balanced gut, your whole body responds with grocery to c-stores.”

According to The State of the Specialty Food Industry, U.S., June 2020, chocolate and other confectionery products saw a more than 14 percent year-over-year growth, even during the coronavirus pandemic. Mintel has reported that specialty foods’ consumers’ “likelihood to purchase index” for the nuts, seeds, and trail mix category has grown to 38 percent for 2020, up from 23 percent in 2018 and 26 percent in 2019.

Hazelnuts are an excellent source of protein, Omega-6 and Omega-9, vitamins B1 and E, and are very keto-friendly. All Oregon Orchard snacks are produced with HGO members’ hazelnuts, which are steam pasand appealing, making the product itself the perfect in-store advertisement.

Though the look is new, customers can be assured that each jar of Paesana Organic Pasta Sauce is made with the very same premium organic ingredients. Starting with 100 percent imported Italian organic tomatoes, every batch is sautéed and kettle cooked with certified organic ingredients and jarred at peak freshness to seal in the flavors perfected over generations.

Paesana offers six flavors of Organic Pasta Sauce, including Marinara, Tomato & Basil, Vodka, Sicilian Gravy, Fra Diavolo and

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fessional programs.

Trinity is proud to offer group discounts on its programs for businesses looking to train their staff. With a foundational program such as Health Coach or Certified Natural Health Professional, in a few short months, your staff will learn holistic health principles, anatomy and physiology, and techniques including iridology, nutrition, herbology, aromatherapy, and flower essences. Graduates also have the opportunity to board certify with various national and international regulating bodies.

To enroll your staff in an educational program with Trinity or learn more about group discounts, call Julie Whitman Kline at 888.965.5005 or email her at julie.kline@trinityschool.org.

For more information, visit booth #3208, go to www.trinityschool.org, call 888.965.5005 or email julie.kline@trinityschool.org.

vitality and energy. Now, a single daily nutrition bar can easily provide the fiber, antioxidants, prebiotics and probiotics you need.”

Even more importantly, says Stobo, the bar is downright delicious. Because no matter how healthy it may be, who wants to eat something that tastes bad? The key to the bar’s amazing flavor, she explains, is premium whole food ingredients – including sumptuous real dark chocolate. “Truth Bar satisfies sweet cravings yet at the same time is jam packed with nutrients – so you can enjoy with purpose and without guilt!”

For more information, visit booth #822.

teurized at a Safe Quality Food (SQF) Level-3 (Excellent) Certified processing facility in Aurora, Oregon.

About Hazelnut Growers of Oregon Founded in 1984, Hazelnut Growers of Oregon (HGO), a business unit of farmer-owned cooperative Wilco, has more than 180 growers who collectively own more than 20,000 acres of prime hazelnut orchards. HGO is the premier hazelnut processor and marketer in the U.S., servicing retail, ingredient, and foodservice channels for confection, snack food, and baking manufacturers around the globe.

For more information, go to www.oregon orchard.com.

Roasted Garlic. All Paesana Organic Pasta Sauce varieties are certified organic by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, gluten free and kosher certified, while all flavors, with the exception of Vodka Sauce, are certified by the Non-GMO Project.

Bring your customers a taste – and a view – of the Italian countryside with Paesana Organic Pasta Sauce.

For more information, email sales@ paesana.com, call 631.845.1717 or go to www.paesana.com.

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Elevate Your Athletic Performance with Honey With such a vast array of food choices available these days, it can be difficult to navigate all the options. Even when it comes to something as seemingly simple as sugar, there are far more different varieties than many might actually be aware of. In fact, there are numerous different types of sugar, and each one has its own unique properties and effects on the body. Similarly, there are countless different sources of sugar. But if you are an athlete, there is one in particular that you should be seeking out, as it offers special advantages for performance: honey.

“Because of both its makeup and consistency, honey is easy to consume, easy to di-

gest and also easily absorbed by the body, making it an incredibly efficient fuel source that is ideal for sports performance,” said Kayla Martin, M.S., R.D., C.S.S.D., and the director for performance nutrition services at Penn State University.

As Martin indicates, there are a number of factors that make honey a prime energy source for athletic performance. To start, it is a much purer sugar than many of its highly processed counterparts, like cane sugar or high fructose corn syrup. As athletes look to prioritize pure, “real” foods that are less processed and feature quality ingredients, honey is an energy source that rises to the

Cynara Ready-to-Eat Fresh-Packed Artichokes Innovation, education and the ability to deliver non-toxic artichoke products directly to a consumer’s door has always been the driving force within Cynara USA, Inc. Its latest product is fresh-packed hearts called Artichoke Delights, presented in an innovative, sustainable and “ready-to-use” tray. They are hand-picked at their peak, tender to the bite and don’t contain any artificial ingredients.

You can enjoy them in endless recipes, ready to eat.

Prepared in a variety of sizes and flavor options – in brine, marinated, or grilled, Artichoke Delights are ideal for appetizers, salads, side dishes, tapas and are enough for a hearty snack or a light meal. Their packaging is BPA-free and safe to freeze or mi-

crowave, and because they’re shelf-stable, they’re easy to keep on hand and even easier to take with you on the go. Their shrinkwrapped plastic tray preserves and protects artichokes, locking in nutrients at their peak. Whether you have a busy family, do a lot of hiking, are a student, or are just looking for healthy, ready-to-eat options for work, they’re perfect for savoring anywhere.

“That’s it. Just pure, simple, 100 percent fresh artichokes straight from nature to the tray,” said Nina Kalandadze, general manager of Cynara USA, Inc. “Artichoke Delights are the perfect graband-go item for produce and deli departments who realize the value in having

Full Fat Whole Milk Sheep Yogurt from Bellwether Farms Family owned and operated since 1986, Bellwether Farms is located in the beautiful rolling hills of the Sonoma County coast.

The creamery is only a few miles from the ocean and well-known areas like Tomales Bay, Point Reyes Seashore and Bodega Bay. This region, about an hour north of San Francisco, is known for mild temperatures and summertime fog, and has a rich history of dairy production going back over 150 years.

Among the first in the United States to specialize in the production of sheep milk cheeses, Bellwether Farms began milking sheep and producing its handmade cheeses in 1990. In 1996, the family added cheeses using local Jersey cow milk. This award-

winning line of dairy products now includes both fresh and aged products made from each of these amazing types of milk.

Early on, the company was fortunate to visit traditional, small-batch cheese makers in Europe. It discovered that when using traditional methods, no two cheese makers produced the same cheese due to terroir – subtle differences in milk, climate, equipment and technique. This was welcome confirmation that it had chosen the right path; its emphasis on the traditional and time-tested methods would ensure the quality and unique flavors that could not be replicated anywhere.

Bellwether Farms sheep milk yogurt is a revelation in flavor and health. The No. 1 in-

Abdallah Candies Announces New Cinnamon Churro Toffee One hundred and twelve year old, fifth generation, family-owned Abdallah Candy company proudly introduces Cinnamon Churro toffee, a carefully crafted toffee that evokes the feelings of warm cinnamon and sugar with a slight buttery crunch.

Manufactured to meet the standards of Ab-

dallah’s amazing butter toffee, the Cinnamon Churro toffee is available in both bulk and prepackaged. The cinnamon-infused toffee is topped with cinnamon sugar and covered with the smoothest white confection. The bulk pieces are available in two sizes: a large 3-inch by 3-inch size and a smaller 1-inch by

top.

As Martin states, honey is incredibly easy to consume. It dissolves in your mouth, so you don’t even have to chew it, and it breaks down quickly and easily. This helps stave off digestion issues during activity and helps to facilitate fast energy conversion.

Furthermore, honey offers the ideal combination of carbohydrates for quick energy. It contains two different sugar types, both fructose and glucose (along with water). Its natural carbohydrate combination is better tolerated than simple sugars and its low glycemic index provides sustained energy without crashing. superfood vegetables, like artichokes available yearround,” said Melissa Elms, national sales director at Cynara USA, Inc. “Developing new products, from artichokes, outside of the provincial category of canned and jarred artichokes, is key to expanding our educational, nutritional and regenerative agricultural mission.”

Cynara is continuously educating consumers on the importance of choosing allaround functional foods made with sustainable farming practices and clean ingredients. “Our long-term mission is to further educate the U.S. consumer about the health benefits of one of the most nutrientdense and diverse vegetables on the planet – artichokes,” explained Elms. “Many consumers don’t realize artichokes have more

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How can you most effectively incorporate honey into your own training and daily life, to help take your athletic performance to the next level?

Becci Twombley, R.D., CSSD, and the director of sports nutrition at the University of Southern California, urges her athletes to utilize natural carbohydrates for energy, opt for real food over supplements, and to keep convenient, healthy fueling sources readily available, like Honey Stinger sports nutrition products.

For more information, visit booth #1223, go to www.honeystinger.com or email sales@honeystinger.com. antioxidants than blackberries!”

Cynara makes it easy for consumers seeking convenient, easy to predelicious, pare, premium quality artichokes. Artichoke Delights are naturally gluten free, keto friendly, vegan, non-GMO verified and contain zero transfats.

Cynara USA, Inc. is exclusively focused on artichokes and is passionate about community, sustainability and developing products with maximum nutritional value and minimal environmental impact.

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cisco Bay area and across the country is proof that it is providing something very special. The awards it receives at the American Cheese Society’s competition and the NASFT sofi awards are a further stamp of approval from within the industry. Bellwether Farms is committed to making the very best cheese and cultured dairy products using full-fat whole milk from both sheep and Jersey cow milks. Its award-winning cheeses and yogurts are found in specialty cheese shops and superior retailers as well as being featured on the menus of the finest restaurants across the country.

gredient is whole sheep milk.

Bellwether Farms sheep milk yogurt can be enjoyed by many people who are intolerant of cow’s milk, and want a yogurt that tastes like cow’s milk but doesn’t have a soy or goat milk aftertaste.

When compared to cow and goat milk yogurts, Bellwether Farms sheep yogurt has 70 percent more protein, 70 percent more fat and 50 percent more calcium. The yogurt is available in plain, vanilla, strawberry, blueberry, blackberry and spiced apple. It looks beautiful on the shelf and customers will love it.

The enthusiastic support the company receives from customers around the San Fran-

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2-inch size. The prepackaged options include a 7.5ounce bag, a 3-ounce Retreat (bite-sized, resealable) and an individually wrapped single-serve sized piece.

Abdallah Candies has been manufacturing traditional chocolates and candies in Minnesota since 1909.

This new Cinnamon Churro is now a standard and ranks among the very best in the

300-plus varieties of Abdallah confections. The new Cinnamon Churro has been embraced as not only being on trend, but as simple and nostalgic enough to become an age-old favorite for generations to come.

Abdallah Candies has a rich history and tradition of creating the very best chocolates, toffees, and caramels, and welcomes the opportunity to partner with you to increase your daily sales.

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Growing with the Plant-Based Future Mooney Farms and the Bella Sun Luci brand, which pioneered the sun-dried tomato category over 35 years ago, have once again brought innovation to the category. The new line-up of plant-based jerky appeals to today’s consumer looking for healthier, more diverse options.

Bella Sun Luci products align with the plant-based food movement and the company values food that is made with real, simple ingredients. All of the jerky flavors are not only plant-based but vegan. In addition to the delicious taste of this new product, the Plant-Based Tomato Jerky has the healthy

goodness of a tomato. There is zero cholesterol, zero fat, 6 grams of protein, 6 grams of fiber, and in two of the flavors there are no added sugars. Sun-dried tomatoes are also great sources of lycopene, a powerful antioxidant. Mary Mooney, owner of Mooney Farms, stated, “As with all of our products, we’re only using the highest quality ingredients to create a snack that customers will crave without any guilt,” and at only 80 calories per serving, these bite-sized morsels truly are the perfect guilt-free snack.

According to Mooney, "The vegan population is growing and with it, we are bring-

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The foundation: obsess over simple ingredients with consistent quality across every batch. No cutting corners with colors, artificial flavors or trans fats. Baking the way Jamie’s Grandmother taught her.

Never ones to rest on their laurels, Janis & Melanie are constantly testing, tasting and tinkering with new recipes. Most recently, they’ve created a captivating line of organic Wisdom Natural Brands (Cont’d. from p. 1)

market share in natural and health food stores, and number two in grocery stores across the U.S. Since it would be impossible to improve what’s inside delicious SweetLeaf packets, the company has instead refreshed the packaging The Pickle Juice Company (Cont’d. from p. 1)

exercise and addressing muscle cramps. The high electrolyte content of the dill flavored beverage assists the body in removing lactic acid from exerted muscle tissue, thereby alleviating debilitating muscle cramps.

The company has evolved to become one of “the best-kept secrets” in the Athletic Trainer and Elite Athlete communities, as well as the non-profit world. The Pickle Juice company works with 300 nonprofit charity events annually to help bridge the gender pay gap in sports. HelpGreat River Organic Milling (Cont’d. from p. 1)

As we all move toward the new normal, and we are all determining what that will be, GROM knows all too well the challenges that are thankfully behind us and also the ones we’re now facing.

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nades and new vegan jerky.

Bella Sun Luci is produced by Mooney Farms, a third generation, family-owned company that is based in Chico, California, and rooted in quality, integrity, and family values. Mooney Farms is the premier producer of sun-dried tomatoes in the United States, and a proud member of the WBENC, California Olive Oil Council, and the Mediterranean Foods Alliance.

For more information, go to www.bella sunluci.com. Follow the company on social media at @bellasunluci on Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest.

flavor combination for anyone who enjoys a sweet and nutty flavor profile.”

Consumer demand remains high for products containing almonds because they pair well with a variety of ingredients, both sweet and savory. Moreno adds, “the Almond Big Hunk will be a great addition to our ever-popular Big Hunk product line.

We are excited to introduce a time-tested proven flavor combination that everyone

will enjoy.” The Almond Big Hunk bar rounds out the Big Hunk brand line-up that currently includes an original honey-sweetened nougat bar with whole roasted peanuts and a chocolate-covered version of the original bar.

Annabelle Candy Company is known for sweet nostalgia and delicious new innovation. Annabelle’s has a mouth-watering roster of legendary candy bars, including Abba-Zaba®, Rocky Road®, Big Hunk®, U-NO®, and Look!®. Annabelle’s is a third-generation family owned and oper-

wafers and cookies sure to gain attention from even the most discerning eaters.

It sounds simple enough, but those who eat organic demand a lot from food.

They don’t care for synthetic or bioengineered ingredients. They like to keep it simple, and they like their food to taste great.

Janis & Melanie organics does just that.

Made with simple ingredients like rich chocolates, caramel, sea salt, lemon, ginger and vanilla, Janis & Melanie have married

indulgent and organic together into a line of simply great tasting wafers and cookies.

J&M Foods enjoys being flexible enough to handle all its customers’ needs. Located in a 32,000 square foot facility residing on 21 acres, the company has room to grow along with its customers. Centrally located and nationally recognized, J&M Foods is an awardwinning market leader within the specialty foods industry.

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with a new look with the same great taste.

With their new eye-catching, colorful, ontrend packaging, SweetLeaf packets will be even easier to spot on grocery store shelves.

Regular and organic SweetLeaf packets are still available in 35- and 70-count boxes, with each packet equivalent to two teaspoons of sugar. With no aftertaste, consumers have

come to know SweetLeaf as the go-anywhere sweetener, perfect for food or beverages, whether at home or away. The tasty sugar alternative is non-GMO, with no artificial ingredients, a non-glycemic response, and gluten-free, making it a better-for-you sweetener.

The design for SweetLeaf packets follows

on the heels of new packaging for the company’s popular Sweet Drops®. The packets’ new contemporary look will begin showing up on store shelves starting in the fall of 2021.

ing athletes is always at the heart of the company, and with a stark gender gap in professional sports, The Pickle Juice company believes in devoting resources that can help bridge this gap to positively impact female competitors.

The Pickle Juice Company is at the forefront of functional food and beverage innovation, by creating the only product on the market that is scientifically proven to stop and prevent muscle cramps and aid hydration. The Pickle Juice Company has successfully taken functional food and beverage into the neurological sphere as its signature prod-

uct, Pickle Juice®, attacks muscle cramps at the neurological source rather than the physiological trigger.

The Pickle Juice Company is absolutely transparent about its products. Its ingredient statement is clean, the products are USDA organic and OU Kosher certified, and all the products are produced in-house in the firm’s USA facilities (including product being consumed in the global markets).

Consumer and buyer education is an ongoing focus for the company and staff. Helping the market understand that Pickle Juice is a purpose built, trademarked product and

not synonymous with pickle brine is extremely important in the North American Market (less so overseas). Educating consumers, athletic trainers, retail buyers and elite athletes on the functional mechanisms or neural inhibitors as they pertain to addressing muscle cramps.

We produce a truly one-of-a-kind, unique product that does something that over 50 percent of the population needs.

extreme delays at the ports around the U.S., to ever rising freight costs, and unemployment, the struggle is by no means over.

GROM has partnered with more farmers this year than ever before to ensure that customers never have to go hungry, and that its supply chains are solid.

With a new state-of-the-art packing facility coming that will be operating in early September, Great River Organic Milling is

excited and eager to play a part in helping the food supply chain bounce back from COVID and rebuild itself.

Whether you’re a home baker looking for a 32-ounce bag of organic bread flour, or one of the retailers whose shelves were empty in 2020, Great River Organic Milling is here to support you. GROM branded packaged organic flours, blends, beans and grains are available to all, as well as private label con-

Annabelle’s Introduces Almond Big Hunk Annabelle Candy Company is launching an Almond Big Hunk nougat bar. The new treat lives up to the “big hunk” name by delighting consumers with sizeable almond pieces engulfed in the brand’s signature sweet nougat.

Annabelle Candy Company President, Victor Moreno, describes the Almond Big Hunk bar as “a new way to enjoy the bold taste of whole dark roasted almonds with the chewy texture of honey-based nougat. It is a perfect

ing forward-thinking foods that appeal to both vegans and non-vegans alike. We believe bringing sun-dried tomatoes to the snack market in this new and innovative plant-based jerky marks the start of a health trend that’s here to stay."

Bella Sun Luci is a line of premium Mediterranean-inspired products created from authentic family recipes. The line includes a variety of deliciously sweet sun-dried tomatoes in olive oil, sun-dried tomato chipotle sauce, pasta sauces, bruschetta spreads, estate-grown premium olive oil, risotto, mari-

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ated candy manufacturer whose heritage candy bars deliver sweet nostalgia to longtime customers while unique flavor innovations attract new generations of candy lovers.

The 1.8-ounce Almond Big Hunk bar joins Annabelle’s list of recent innovations which includes the Abba-Zaba Mystery Flavor taffy bar and the newly formulated “s’morsier” Rocky Road S’Mores candy bar.

For more information, go to www.annabelle candy.com or call 510.783.2900. of Janis & Melanie organic wafers and cookies, call 800.264.2278. J&M Foods will be happy to send you sample packs of the new products and let you be the judge.

J&M Foods is also available to discuss any private label needs and welcomes additional questions you may have about J&M Foods or the Janis & Melanie line of products.

For more information, call 800.264.2278 or email sales@jm-foods.com.

For more information, visit booth #2131, call 480.455.6843, or go to www.sweetleaf.com

For more information, visit booth #1520, go to www.picklepower.com or email sales@picklepower.com. tract packing. Great River Organic Milling understands the need, the necessity, and the right people have to high-quality, healthy food that’s affordable. Great River Organic Milling stands ready, willing and able to help everyone bring a sense of security to their pantry shelves.

For more information, contact@greatrivermilling.com.

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cracker sandwiches. Available in peanut butter and sunflower seed butter flavors, these on-the-go, single-serve snacks are certified organic, gluten-free certified, vegan, Kosher Certified, Non-GMO Project Verified, and part of the brand’s Honest in Trade program.

Offering a wholesome twist on a snacktime favorite, the graham crackers possess all the sweet, kid-friendly taste of their conventional counterparts but are made with a wholesome blend of organic sorghum flour, organic AKC/Taj (Cont’d. from p. 1)

and sustainable local projects. The Water Initiative Programme alone has helped over 180,000 people to improve their living conditions.

Ever since Azam Kadeer founded the Punjab-based manufacturing company Taj Food and AKC Commodities, Inc. in 1993, the Kadeer family’s declared aim has been to promote the spread of organic farming in Pakistan. Since 2003, the company has been certified organic for the American and EU markets.

Team to Support Organic Farmers In 2006, Taj Food stepped up its efforts to promote organic farming by setting up special teams to encourage organic farmers or support them in the conversion process.

Today, 25 employees regularly work in teams of two, each specializing in rice, dried fruit or sesame seed, while also incorporating training courses to promote agricultural education and sustainability.

The company is currently supplied by just over two dozen larger growers and a few small farmers. Most of them come from the surrounding province of Punjab, Sindh and Nature’s Fusions (Cont’d. from p. 1)

level marketing. Nature’s Fusions believes that premium quality products shouldn’t have fillers and harsh chemicals, so all ingredients are third party tested for purity. This ensures the quality and integrity of these all-natural products. Family is an important company value, so everyone is treated as such. Nature’s Fusions makes products affordable and backs all products with the Forever Guarantee.

Anyone can return any product for any Trinity School (Cont’d. from p. 1)

programs that you, your staff, and your loved ones can take from the comfort of your homes. Our programs are 100 percent online, taught by instructors with practical experience, and structured to create opportunities for our students to interact online and in person. We also have a rich and trusted history, starting with my father, Dr. Wendell Whitman, who founded Trinity in 1991. Since then, over 28,000 people have graduated from Trinity. This year, we were honored to celebrate our 30th anniversary!

GN: To what do you attribute your company’s success?

JK: Our instructors and staff are dedicated and passionate about our students’ success. We seek to support our students in every way possible. Our students are also excited about nat-

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oat flour and organic cassava flour. Filled with dry roasted blanched organic peanuts or dry roasted organic sunflower seeds milled to creamy perfection, a classic cracker divider creates two sandwiches in each package that clocks in at only 220 calories.

Gael J. B. Orr, director of marketing at Once Again Nut Butter, said, “Our nut and seed butters have always been an awesome ingredient choice to create plant-based snacks with, so we couldn’t be more excited to introduce these ready-to-enjoy graham cracker sandwiches to market. Designed to appeal to all ages, the

portable snacks can be eaten straight off the shelf, no peanut-butter stirring or sunflowerbutter spreading needed, and they’re surprisingly filling and beautifully tasty.”

Since 1976, Once Again Nut Butter, a 100 percent employee-owned company, has been paving the way in ethical and sustainable business practices, while simultaneously producing incredibly high-quality and delicious products. The peanut butter used in the new cracker sandwiches is manufactured in a dedicated SQF Certified, 37,000 square-foot facility in the company’s headquarters of rural

the Hunza Valley found in the middle of the Himalayas.

environmental disasters.

Covering Certification Costs for Growers Taj Food financially supports its suppliers, not only with fair wages for work and products. Taj Food also bears the additional costs incurred by the conversion to organic food. Thus, the certification costs are borne by the company, as Azam Kadeer emphasised in a discussion on the subject at the Organic Forum of Anuga 2019. The farmers could not raise the money they needed.

The company leveled the cultivation areas for the farmers and they paid only half the costs in comparison. Taj Food provided free of charge machines necessary for notillage as a sustainable method of rice cultivation.

Taj Welfare Foundation The non-profit Taj Welfare Foundation was founded nine years ago, also near Lahore. Its founders and supporters are the Taj Food owners, employees and affiliates.

The foundation maintains numerous projects. It is concerned with schools and education, access to health services, and also emergency aid in the event of weather or reason, forever. If a customer or retailer is dissatisfied for any reason, or if the product simply does not work as hoped, the product can be returned for a full refund.

Essential Oils and Blends From pure essential oils and unique blends to topical rubs and roll-ons, Nature’s Fusions has everything you need to fill your store with high quality products without breaking the bank. A wide variety of pure, undiluted oils include common and lesser-known oils such as Lavender, ural health and helping others experience more fulfilling and healthier lives. Without our students’ support and enthusiasm, I believe Trinity would not be what it is today. Our online format makes it convenient for business owners, parents, and people changing their career paths to complete their education.

GN: What does a Trinity certification offer?

JK: With a Trinity education, graduates can work with clients in a physical, virtual, or group office setting as supportive practitioners, natural health professionals, or wellness coaches. Some graduates choose to operate health-oriented retail stores, while others become educational speakers or wellness writers. Having a Trinity certification increases your professional image, credibility, and confidence in your recommendations. Equally important, we’ve found that many students attend Trinity because they want to support

Long-term Assistance Through Deep Water Pumps The AKC/Taj Family invests into deep water pumps to villages and schools as sustainable and cost-effective efficient water systems. As part of the Water Initiative Programme, 25 such systems have been installed in different regions of Punjab. The costs would be around 1,500 to 2,000 euros per unit. The foundation helps with the installation of water hand pumps and electric pumps as well as storage tanks. Drilling for the water supply goes to a depth of about 150 meters to use the groundwater. In most cases, the groundwater is then suitable for consumption; otherwise, water filters are installed.

Guaranteed Water Quality In order to guarantee the water quality, it is tested by several laboratories and has been classified as “excellent” at all existing pumping stations. The foundation estimates that up to 180,000 people would have access to clean water. The foundation wants to intensify its activities even further in the Tea Tree, Frankincense, and Bergamot. An inhouse research and development lab works around the clock to develop unique Protective, Respiratory, Muscle, and Calming blends and products, and that’s just the beginning. All of the company’s products are cruelty free, vegan, and non-GMO. The products are ethically sourced, researched, and manufactured, giving your customers peace of mind to relax and unwind.

USA-Made Hemp Nature’s Fusions offers all-natural products themselves or their family’s health. Upon graduating, students also have the opportunity to board certify with a regulating body.

GN: What programs does Trinity offer?

JK: We have a diverse collection of programs that include a variety of natural health specialties. If you are looking for a comprehensive understanding of holistic health with discussion on numerous topics and practical techniques, consider our core programs: Health Coach, Certified Natural Health Professional, Certified Holistic Health Practitioner, and Certified Traditional Naturopath.

If you want targeted training in a specific area, consider our specialized programs: Biblical Coach, Aromatherapy Specialist, Flower Essence Specialist, Holistic Fitness Specialist, Lyme Specialist, Master Herbalist, Nutritional Consultant, ZYTO Specialist, Master Iridologist, Mind-Body Integration

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upstate New York, while the sunflower butter is produced in a separate facility nearby.

Sold in single serve and eight packs, Once Again’s new graham cracker sandwiches will be available for retailers nationwide to carry this October and are planned to be in stores January 2022.

For more information, visit booth #506, go to www.onceagainnutbutter.com, call 888.800.8075, email gorr@onceagainnut butter.com or follow @onceagainnutbutter on social media.

coming years: “If we can supply only half the population in Punjab with clean drinking water, it will be an enormous service for the people.”

Taj Food: 17 Years of Organic Food from Pakistan In 1993, Taj Food was founded in Gujranwala in the Pakistani province of Punjab, two years after its owner, Azam Kadeer, established the import company AKC Commodities in New York. Today, the family-owned company Taj Food is the largest organic supplier from Pakistan and exports approximately 13,000 tons of organic products per year to all parts of the world. Sales markets are Western and Eastern Europe, Middle East, Asia, Australia, North America, Africa, Central and South America.

The main part of organic rice exports, 75 percent, is organic rice, from long grain, round and medium grain to red and basmati grain, or parboiled rice. Organic dry fruits and natural and hulled organic sesame seeds are also supplied.

For more information, call 732.339.0071 or go to www.akccommodities.com.

to soothe the mind, body, and soul. An expert in developing all-natural products, the company also has an entire line of hemp extracts in water-soluble tinctures, regular oil tinctures, and topicals. This is ProHEMP. All ProHemp ingredients and products are sourced and manufactured in the USA.

For more information, visit booth #4454, go to www.naturesfusions.com or call 801.872.9500 ext. 1.

Specialist, and Endocannabinoid Professional. Our specialized programs are excellent standalone certificates, or they can be completed in addition to our core programs.

GN: What program would you recommend for staff?

JK: If you have a natural health business of any kind, I suggest starting with a foundational program like Health Coach or Certified Natural Health Professional. With these, in only a few short months, your staff will learn a variety of natural health principles, techniques, and protocols. We are also offering group discounts for our programs to business owners who would like Trinity to train their staff.

For more information, visit booth #3208, go to www.trinityschool.org, call 888.965.5005 or email julie.kline@trinityschool.org.

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website, www.bonesuckin.com, with frequently asked questions, our guidelines for sampling our products and branded material to download.

GN: How do you drive business to the stores that carry Bone Suckin’® products?

SF: We list all locations of stores carrying our products on our website with addresses and phone numbers. We ask stores to make sure they are listed correctly, and their information is up to date.

GN: How can retail customers find stores that carry Bone Suckin’ Sauce?

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agave syrup, inulin, cane sugar, invert syrups, molasses, honey, rice milk powder, coconut sugar and syrup. It also has the ability to make custom blends and sweetener systems.

All Suzanne’s Specialties industrial products have been verified by the Non-GMO Project.

Suzanne’s Specialties offers an InfantSafe® version of all of its rice syrups.

Honey Stinger (Cont’d. from p. 1)

easy-to-use, complete nutrition system to help athletes PREPARE, PERFORM, and RECOVER during their toughest training.

For more than 20 years, Honey Stinger has been a trusted energy source for athletes of all levels and abilities. Honey Stinger’s unique formula is scientifically proven to improve athletic stamina and performance with a sustained energy boost that tastes great, too.

Honey Stinger products fuel every step of an athlete’s performance. PREPARE yourself with immediate, long-lasting energy that primes you for a workout. PERFORM at SuperSeedz (Cont’d. from p. 1)

Sweets & Snacks first-place award winner Vermont Maple & Sea Salt, and the everpopular Pink Himalayan Salt. Premium Select also features all new pinstriped premium soft-touch packaging for an unFlax4Life (Cont’d. from p. 4)

coconut), and kosher. Enjoy Flax4Life’s six new flavors: Chocolate Chip, Oatmeal Raisin, Ginger Snap, Lemon Zest, and Double Chocolate Cherry.

The company is also taking a big step forward by converting all its retail packaging to plant-based sustainable and compostable WooBamboo! (Cont’d. from p. 4)

some species up to three feet a day, making it an ultra-sustainable resource.

Beyond using bamboo as an eco-friendly hardwood alternative, people are getting insanely inventive with bamboo’s uses. Everything from making bamboo “charcoal,” to bamboo bed sheets, this plant seems to be helping more and more industries globally every single year. According to INBAR (The Interna-

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SF: Use the Bone Suckin’ Store Locator. On our website, a retail customer can search by their location on our Store Locator to find the stores nearest them carrying our products.

GN: What resources do you have for stores?

SF: In our Store Support section on our website, www.bonesuckin.com, we have an image bank that has high-resolution, easy-todownload images of all of our Bone Suckin’ products for stores to use on their websites and social media.

GN: Do you offer Bone Suckin’ printed promotional material?

recipe cards on our website under Store Support. We also send out emails to our distributors and wholesalers with printable assets and Bone Suckin’ recipes.

GN: Do you compete online against your stores?

SF: We do not compete against our stores or our distributors. If a retail customer wants to purchase a jar of sauce from our website, it would cost over $16 total delivered to them.

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Suckin’ Sauce?

SF: Social media is a really easy way for us to reach our retail customers directly.

We often get messages from our over 40,000 followers online about where to buy our products, and we are able to direct them to our Store Locator. We are able to share posts from stores that carry our products, and from retail customers posting pictures of shelves of our products when they find them in a store, letting other users see which stores carry our products.

SF: We offer signs, flyers, shelf talkers, and

GN: Have you been able to interact with your retail customers through social media and let them know where they can find Bone

This unique product contains less than 10 ppb for arsenic and lead, meeting the FDA standard for drinking water. It is available in all DE levels.

The company packs its industrial products in pails, drums, totes and tank wagons. All products are available in organic with most having a conventional version as well.

Suzanne’s promises that all of its products are made with only the highest quality organic and all-natural ingredients. Each one is sure to give your formulas and applica-

tions “Sweetness the Way Mother Nature Intended™.”

Suzanne’s Specialties also provides an extensive line of retail products. These include its best-selling Ricemellow Crème, rice syrup based fruit spreads, flavored rice syrups and traditional offerings such as organic molasses, organic agave syrup, organic honey and organic rice syrup. Pack sizes on its retail line range from jars to gallons to tubs to pails.

Suzanne’s can service the needs of a

household, restaurant, small bakery or institution. Visit www.suzannes-specialties.com for more information on these products or to shop in its easy-to-use online store.

With distribution facilities on both the East and West Coasts and a diverse product line, Suzanne’s Specialties has the ability to service your company’s specific needs.

your best by supplying easy-to-digest fuel to help you maintain your efforts for longer.

RECOVER with balanced options that have just the right amount of protein and carbs to repair your muscles after exercise.

Honey Stinger’s latest launches, Rapid Hydration Mix and Nut + Seed Bars, are both a testament to this complete fueling system.

The Rapid Hydration Mix is a three-part hydration system to help keep peak performance throughout all phases of your workout.

Based on science pioneered by the World Health Organization, Honey Stinger’s formula combines honey with sodium and water to speed up the absorption of key nu-

trients when needed most. The PREPARE formulas replenish fluids lost to daily dehydration, support mental focus with citicoline and L-Theanine, and have key electrolytes for optimal rebalancing. With 50 percent more carb absorption than glucose alone, the PERFORM mixes give the body a quick energy boost. The RECOVER formulas replenish fluid and electrolyte losses post-exercise, support the immune system with zinc and elderberry, and contain key electrolytes for optimal rebalancing.

The new Nut + Seed Bar is a first-of-itskind recovery bar designed with the perfect ratio of protein, carbs and sugar. It features a nut-butter filling covered in caramel and

rolled in crunchy nuts and seeds to create a protein-packed, post-exercise snack that tastes like a treat. Loaded with 16 grams of protein and three antioxidants, the Nut + Seed Bar provides the fuel athletes need to help rebuild muscle after a workout. Available in both Peanut Sunflower Seed and Almond Pumpkin Seed flavors, this isn’t your typical protein bar.

Get out there and fuel your body before, during, and after your activities with Honey Stinger’s complete nutrition system.

forgettable experience. SuperSeedz are the world’s best premium European pumpkin seeds and are directly imported from Austria. The Premium Select line is dry roasted, small batch crafted, gluten free, peanut free, tree nut free, soy free, fish free and vegan. They are also Non-GMO Proj-

ect Verified.

SuperSeedz Premium Select have zero cholesterol, zero trans-fat, 7-9 grams of plant-based protein per serving (1 oz.), contain all nine essential amino acids, 15 percent RDI iron and zinc, 35 percent RDI magnesium, super low carbohydrates, and

are keto and paleo friendly and school safe.

Stop by SuperSeedz booth #1209 to learn about several other brand new, exciting product launches planned for 2022.

packaging. Compostable packaging is made from plants, not petroleum, and is compostable within 180 days in an industrial facility. Made from annually renewable materials, the packaging contains no BPAs, phthalates, or chemicals of concern.

Flax4Life is lowering its CO2 emissions and reducing environmental impact.

Flax4Life is committed not only to creating

nutritious and delicious products, but to protecting the health of our planet and preserving it for future generations. Flax4Life is committed to the future of this planet and your health.

“The switch to eco-friendly and renewable packaging, thus reducing thousands of pounds of petroleum plastic in the environment, is a very proud and significant change for our company,” said Kasondra Shippen, general man-

ager at Flax4Life. “We’re focused on ensuring our products and our operations are as healthy and sustainable as possible and introducing compostable plant-based packaging allowed us to take the next big step in that direction.”

tional Bamboo and Rattan Organization), “Bamboo is integral to many natural and agricultural ecosystems in and near the tropics. It is useful for restoring degraded lands for several reasons: it thrives on problem soils and steep slopes that are unsuitable for other crops, it is an effective windbreak, and its sturdy rhizomes and roots regulate water flows and prevent erosion.” A research study conducted by INBAR showed nearly “80,000 hectares of degraded land were brought back into productivity using

bamboo … for land restoration in eight countries: China, Colombia, Ghana, India, Nepal, South Africa, Tanzania and Thailand.”

Even with the global market demanding more bamboo be harvested each year, the planting of it is having incredible, positive impacts in communities and nations that need it most. Kaplan, of National Geographic, warns, “As the market expands, watch dogs will have to keep an eye out to make sure speculators aren’t converting fragile endan-

gered forests into bamboo farms. So far, that threat pales in comparison to other rivals like palm oil and oil and gas development.”

We, as the inhabitants of Earth, have found something truly special in bamboo, and now it’s our responsibility to keep harnessing it sensibly and effectively.

For more information, visit booth #1851, go to www.bonesuckin.com, call 800.446.0947 or email sales@bonesuckin.com.

For more information, visit booth #2031 or go to www.suzannes-specialties.com.

For more information, visit booth #1223, go to www.honeystinger.com or email sales@honeystinger.com.

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For more information, visit booth #1937, email Sarah Bishop at Sbishop@flax4life, or call 360.715.1944.

For more information, visit booth #2826, go to www.woobamboo.com, call 239.217.3500 or email smiles@woobamboo.com.