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Soda ads to carry health warnings, San Francisco approves

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Soda ads to carry health warnings

San Francisco approves posting health warnings on ads for sugary sodas and drinks.

The label would read: “WARNING: Drinking beverages with added sugar(s) contributes to obesity, diabetes, and tooth decay. This is a message from the City and County of San Francisco.”

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In retaliation, the soda industry said it might sue to block the ordinance approved unanimously. Supporters of the health warning ordinance, meanwhile, seek to expand their campaign beyond the city.

Other attempts to pass such an ordinance have failed in the past. However, John Maa, a general surgeon and member of the board of the American Heart Association, San Francisco, said that another attempt at reintroducing the sugar-sweetened beverage tax is currently under consideration.

According to the ordinance, a sugar-sweetened beverage is defined as a drink with more than 25 calories from sweeteners per every 12 ounces.

 

McKesson Canada says it is an ethical partner for independent pharmacists

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McKesson Canada says it is an ethical partner for independent pharmacists

In response to several inaccurate media reports presented to pharmacists about McKesson Canada‘s credibility, the company put out a press release outlining how it is very much a reliable partner for independent pharmacists.

The news release said that McKesson Canada employees over 3,500 staff, who are dedicated to upholding exemplary business practices.

 

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The press release adds that McKesson’s mandate is to provide programs that assist pharmacists in maximizing the availability of needed medication and efficient management of their facilities.

McKesson points out that the PROXIM compliance program, as described in the discrediting media reports, was abandoned in 2013 after an agreement was signed with RAMQ.

In addition, the subscription to this formulary was strictly on volunteer basis and pharmacists were at liberty to withdraw at any time.

McKesson also specified that as a distributor the company reinvests a large proportion of its profits into the supply chain. These reinvestments permit the company to offer services such as helping pharmacists establish high standard for practice, facilitate taking on new patients and improving accessibility to front-line care.

 

iLevel Management to broker Herstat in Canada

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LeBeau Excel brings on new team members

iLevel Management will now be the Canadian full-service broker for the Natural Healthfood Channel for sales of Herstat, a proven natural cold-sore remedy.

 

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Furthermore, continuing his role as national sales director at Herstat, Fred Pittman, will promote growth and development of Herstat Canada.

He will collaborate with Jimmy Vaid at iLevel on these matters.

Stevia future looks sweet

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Stevia future looks sweet

In a recent report by Research and Markets, Stevia’s retail market in 2014 was estimated to be US $68.1 billion and is projected to reach US $95.9 billion in the next five years.

Competitors worldwide have been announcing actions to ramp up production, improving product lines and pushing sales.

 

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One of the top global suppliers of high-quality stevia extracts, Sunwin Stevia International, Inc., reports that it has completed construction of a new manufacturing facility equipped to produce 500 metric tonnes of high-grade stevia yearly as compared to the 1,600 metric tonne capacity right now.

This May, Evolva and Cargill, who are pioneers in production of great tasting, next-generation sweeteners via fermentation, agreed to begin work on a facility already existing at Cargill to produce next-generation stevia sweeteners.

These new ingredients are expected to be in the market in 2016.

Social media is a rich analytical resource for retailers

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Social media is a rich analytical resource for retailers

If you’re looking for insight into what your consumer wants from your store, look online.

Joel Teitelbaum, chief executive of the iStore electronics chain, addressed the Retail Council of Canada conference industry panel in Toronto on Wednesday talking about the advantages of adapting to modern sales trends and techniques.

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He says the best place to look at what is trending among consumers is on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or Pinterest.

Using these sites to market and advertise also helps to measure patron demand and assess movements of early adopters of retail and product.

Teitelbaum pointed out that vendors may be focusing too much of their own agenda and will often overlook the opportunities presented by social media that they can seize to advance their business. And it is the best tool to use if you want to introduce and lure your customer to a certain product.

 

 

BC to get Bodhi Natural Market

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BC to get Bodhi Natural Market

Deer Horn Capital has announced June 6, Saturday, as the launch date for its 6,800 square foot natural and organic food store in Maple Ridge, BC.

The store will carry everything from fresh organic produce, to grocery including canned and frozen foods, snacks, drinks and dry goods. Bodhi Natural Market will also carry household supplies, supplements and other natural health related products.

 

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A distinguishing feature of the new store is that it carries a limited meat selection by Hopcott Natural Meats, a popular brand of all-natural meat available exclusively at the Hopcott family’s store in Pitt Meadows, BC.

The Maple Ridge store will also feature a coffee bar, deli and a sitting area where patrons can enjoy a wide range of nutritious food items from the store.

Deer Horn and Bodhi Natural Market recently joined hands and business benefitted from Target exiting the country and leaving store locations open to investors.

Costco trumps Whole Foods in selling organic foods

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Costco trumps Whole Foods in selling organic foods

In a recent earnings call transcript obtained by Huffington Post, Costco‘s chief financial officer has estimated that the whole foods retailer has made at least $4 billion annually in sales accrued from organic product.

 

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Based on this report, BMO Capital Markets analyst has predict that Costco could not possibly be overtaking Whole Foods. According to Kelly Bania, the analyst, Whole Foods averages about $3.6 billion in organic sales.

Costco’s chief financial officer, Richard Galanti, told Huffington Post that it does well because it works directly with supplier in North America and all around the world given its commitment to organic foods.

 

Natural Society attacks USDA for their GMO labelling

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Trade organization to define ‘natural’

The American advocacy group Natural Society has launched a petition against the latest “Non-GMO labels” introduced by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).

The Natural Society demands that an independent party be brought in to hold USDA accountable for non-GMO certifications.

Anthony Gucciardi, co-founder of Natural Society, says that the USDA, in the past has given special treatment to companies such as Monsanto, leading to uncertainty about their foods and the amount of GMOs in them.

 

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According to a press release by Natural Society, the USDA and FDA have made exceptions for certain GMO-containing products by declaring them as GMO free.

Gucciardi demands that the people should push the government for more rigorous control and credibility of the USDA when it comes to the food they eat.

Nestle under pressure as Maggi withdrawn from shelves

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Nestle under pressure as Maggi withdrawn from shelves

Nestle India defends itself against allegations that its instant noodles, Maggi, contain high levels of lead.

In a move to protect consumers, Metro and Wal-Mart, India, have withdrawn all Maggi flavours from their wholesale stores.

 

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A Wal-Mart spokesperson said that their primary concern is food safety and that the company is supporting authorities in random sampling of products.

In addition, German Metro AG has also taken Maggi off its 18 cash and carry stores across India.

Other large retailers are also expected to stash away their inventory of the instant noodle packets.

Wal-Mart rethinks customer service strategy

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Wal-Mart takes up animal activism motivated by customer reviews

Wal-Mart is bringing back an old slogan that puts associates on top. “Our people make the difference” is what will now be placed next to the  name tags worn by employees at the store.

In addition, officials have announced that they will be replacing the outdated handheld ordering units currently used by store managers, the stores will ring with music, the dress code will be relaxed and training programs revamped.

 

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The changes have come as a result of employee feedback following the corporation’s announcement to invest $1 billion to raise wages and give workers the ability to better control their schedules.

Wal-Mart USA’s CEO, Greg Foran, said that by October, the old Telxon handheld devices will be replaced with the new Zebra MC 40 units that posses greater functionality.

The company is also resurrecting Wal-Mart Radio, a service that was discontinued some time ago. As well, overnight employees at the store’s garden centres will be allowed to wear t-shirts, jeans, khakis or black denim pants and sports jerseys on “associate engagement days.”

 

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