Despite 2009 being one of the worst years for the economy in history, natural products retailers experienced growth and are optimistic for 2010. Check the stats here on what did well, what stores are doing and what's coming down the pike for this year.
It’s that time of year again! Time to find out what’s selling, what’s stalling and what’s set to be the next big thing. Natural Foods Merchandiser’s 2009 Market Overview gives you the data you need to make educated buying decisions and the expert analysis to make sense of it all.
Kiss My Face founders Bob MacLeod and Steve Byckiewicz on how the personal care industry is changing.
Imaginutrition CEO Anthony Almada talks about what's hot in supplements now, upcoming legislation and how to know good science.
Make sure you're savvy about the ingredients your nutrition-bar customers are looking for.
From gluten-free beers to microbrews, how to make the most of your niche alcohol sales
Get the Organic Trade Association's take on food safety issues and organics' future
Learn how to take advantage of today's commercial real estate market.
Canaccord Adams' Scott Van Winkle talks about the strengths--and weaknesses--in the naturals industry
Despite the recession, retailers see sales growth, potential expansion.
Use your retail space wisely to appeal to your customers
Convenience and bioavailability drive this category's sales
Location, location, location: Why it can make or break your business
Customers drink up benefits, sales skyrocket
Choosing the best style for employee reviews and raises can help avoid "raising" resentment
FDA considers petitions to make natural label more stringent
Vegetarian, kosher and organic options appeal to growing groups
U.S. natural products sales grew 9.7 percent in 2006 across all retail and nonretail channels to reach $56.76 billion in total sales. The retail channel accounted for 81.2 percent, or $46.06 billion, of the sales.
The Overview's methodology adapts to a growing industry