Organic Consumers Association

Organic Consumers Association Takes Legal Action Against Foster Farms

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星期四, 四月 18, 2024
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WASHINGTON, April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Organic Consumers Association and Richman Law & Policy filed a complaint against Foster Farms on April 10, 2024, in the District of Columbia Superior Court. The complaint alleges that Foster Farms, in violation of the District of Columbia Consumer Protection Procedures Act, deceptively markets its chicken products with claims concerning animal welfare.

Key Points: 
  • Organic Consumers Association, with Richman Law & Policy, Sue Foster Farms Over Misleading "Five Freedoms" Chicken Welfare Claims
    WASHINGTON, April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Organic Consumers Association and Richman Law & Policy filed a complaint against Foster Farms on April 10, 2024, in the District of Columbia Superior Court.
  • Foster Farms, the complaint alleges, misleads consumers by claiming that, "The chickens we raise enjoy the five freedoms."
  • Organic Consumers Association challenges these freedoms Foster Farms claims its chickens have:
    Freedom from fear and distress.
  • Organic Consumers Association and Richman Law & Policy are fighting to end this type of deceptive marketing directed at D.C. consumers.

Organic Consumers Association Takes Legal Action Against Eggland's Best Eggs

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星期三, 三月 20, 2024
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WASHINGTON, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Organic Consumers Association and Richman Law & Policy filed a complaint against Eggland's Best on Thursday, March 14 in the District of Columbia Superior Court. The complaint alleges that Eggland's Best, in violation of the District of Columbia Consumer Protection Procedures Act, deceptively markets its eggs with claims concerning packaging recyclability, animal welfare, and nutritional superiority.

Key Points: 
  • Organic Consumers Association, with Richman Law & Policy, sue Eggland's Best Over Misleading Recyclability claims and other false marketing claims
    WASHINGTON, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Organic Consumers Association and Richman Law & Policy filed a complaint against Eggland's Best on Thursday, March 14 in the District of Columbia Superior Court.
  • Eggland's Best, the complaint alleges, misleads consumers by marketing its eggs as:
    Providing "Superior Nutrition" including that the eggs contain fewer calories, and less cholesterol and total fat, than "ordinary eggs."
  • Organic Consumers Association and Richman Law & Policy are fighting to end this type of deceptive marketing directed at D.C. consumers.
  • Eggland's Best eggs are produced and sold throughout the country including in Washington, D.C.
    Organic Consumers Association is a national nonprofit 501(c)(3) advocacy organization based in Washington, DC, and Finland, MN.

Organic & Natural Health Association Honors Heather Wainer And Whole Foods Magazine with Champion Award, Celebrates 10th Anniversary and Unveils My Health Alliance

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星期二, 二月 6, 2024
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A defining moment of the conference was the O&N Health presentation of The Champion Award to Heather Wainer , publisher and vice president of media of WholeFoods Magazine .

Key Points: 
  • A defining moment of the conference was the O&N Health presentation of The Champion Award to Heather Wainer , publisher and vice president of media of WholeFoods Magazine .
  • “This strategic collaboration signifies a pivotal moment for the industry” said Karen Howard , CEO and executive director of O&N Health.
  • These exclusive events are open to O&N Health members and companies interested in joining the O&N Health Association to contribute to positive change in the natural products industry.
  • To be part of Organic & Natural Health Association and their initiatives, follow on LinkedIn , Facebook , X , YouTube , TikTok and connect at: https://organicandnatural.org .

A Decade of Defining Moments

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星期二, 一月 2, 2024
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With the theme of "Cultivating Change: A Decade of Defining Moments for People and the Planet," the conference will commence with a stellar 10th Anniversary Celebration, marking a major milestone in the organization's journey.

Key Points: 
  • With the theme of "Cultivating Change: A Decade of Defining Moments for People and the Planet," the conference will commence with a stellar 10th Anniversary Celebration, marking a major milestone in the organization's journey.
  • "In commemorating a decade of defining moments, we are looking forward to reflecting and celebrating what we have achieved through our vitamin D consumer awareness initiatives and our advocacy for transparency and consumer choice, particularly on platforms like Amazon," said Karen Howard , CEO and executive director of O&N Health.
  • The Organic & Natural Health Association is a necessity in this sector, and has left an indelible mark.
  • We are on fire, we are here to stay, and we will continue to shape and influence the cosmic landscape of our industry."

$4 Billion Worldwide Non-GMO Food Industry to 2027 - Players Include Blue Diamond Growers, NOW Health, Organic Valley and Pernod Ricard - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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星期一, 十二月 5, 2022
Retail, Specialty, Food, Beverage, Perception, Vegetarianism, Food, Oil, Plant, Organic Consumers Association, GMO, Veganism, Seed, Vegetable, Genetically modified organism, COVID-19, Safety, The Non-GMO Project, Infant, Textured vegetable protein, Pesticide, Chocolate, Organization, Agriculture

Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) refer to living organisms, generally plants or microorganisms, whose genetic material is artificially altered in a laboratory through genetic modification or engineering techniques.

Key Points: 
  • Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) refer to living organisms, generally plants or microorganisms, whose genetic material is artificially altered in a laboratory through genetic modification or engineering techniques.
  • However, the unavailability of data regarding their safety has increased the demand for non-GMO food products among the masses.
  • In line with this, many food and beverage companies are offering products made using non-GMO raw materials and ingredients.
  • This has led to a rise in the demand for food products grown using non-GMO seeds, such as grains, vegetables, and fruits.

Gigi Stetler of RV Sales of Broward and her Non-Profit RVACA Activate Relief Efforts for Hurricane Ian Recovery

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星期五, 十月 7, 2022
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DANIA BEACH, Fla., Oct. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Founder and CEO of RV Sales of Broward (also known as PlanetRV), Gigi Stetler and her non-profit organization, the RV Advisor Consumer Association (RVACA), are once again coordinating a disaster relief effort by collecting and distributing supplies to help victims of Hurricane Ian. RVACA is accepting monetary donations through its emergency relief fund while non-perishable food, clothes, and personal hygiene items can be dropped off at the RV Sales of Broward headquarters in Dania Beach, FL.

Key Points: 
  • RV Sales of Broward CEO Gigi Stetler and her non-profit, the RV Advisor Consumer Association (RVACA), have launched efforts to provide emergency assistance for victims of Hurricane Ian.
  • "My heart goes out to everyone who has been impacted by this terrible disaster," said Gigi Stetler, Founder and CEO of RV Sales of Broward.
  • A fearless entrepreneur, Gigi Stetler created and leads the first female-owned RV company in the United States, RV Sales of Broward.
  • Stetler also launched and runs RV Advisor- an online platform that is considered the "Angie's List" of the RV industry.

Dr. Pierre Kory to Lead Off Organic & Natural Health Association’s 7th Annual Conference in Florida

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星期二, 一月 4, 2022
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 04, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Organic & Natural Health Association will hold its annual conference Jan. 25-27 at DiamondHead Beach Resort in Fort Myers, Florida.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 04, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Organic & Natural Health Association will hold its annual conference Jan. 25-27 at DiamondHead Beach Resort in Fort Myers, Florida.
  • Kicking off the content focus is keynote speaker, Dr. Pierre Kory, a critical care physician and president of the Front Line COVID-19 Critical Care Alliance .
  • In addition to three dinners and multiple networking opportunities during the conference, Organic & Natural Health will also celebrate its successful first year raising funds for the Williams-Franklin Foundation s Organic & Natural Health Scholarship Fund.
  • To get involved with Organic & Natural Health and its initiatives, visit https://organicandnatural.org .

Organic Consumers Co-Founder Joins Lawsuit Alleging Sen. Elizabeth Warren Violated First Amendment

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星期二, 十一月 9, 2021
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SEATTLE, Nov. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --A lawsuit filed today against Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.)

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE, Nov. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --A lawsuit filed today against Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.)
  • The complaint relates to a letter Warren wrote to Amazon.com, the world's largest bookseller, warning Amazon's "peddling" of plaintiffs' book is "potentially unlawful."
  • "Senator Warren broke the law and betrayed our fundamental right to free speech," said Dr. Joseph Mercola, founder of Mercola.com, a natural health website.
  • Organic Consumers Association is a 501(c)(3) consumer education and grassroots lobbying organization advocating on behalf of millions of consumers for safe, healthful food and a clean environment.

CHD Founder, RFK, Jr., Joins Lawsuit Alleging Sen. Elizabeth Warren Violated First Amendment, Tried to Stop Amazon From Selling ‘Truth About COVID-19’

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星期一, 十一月 8, 2021
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Seattle, WA, Nov. 08, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A lawsuit filed today against Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.)

Key Points: 
  • Seattle, WA, Nov. 08, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A lawsuit filed today against Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.)
  • The complaint relates to a letter from Warren to Amazon.com, Inc., the worlds largest bookseller, warning Amazons peddling of plaintiffs book is potentially unlawful.
  • Warrens letter calls on Amazon to stop selling The Truth About COVID-19 on the grounds it purportedly contains vaccine misinformation.
  • Senator Warren broke the law and betrayed our fundamental right to free speech, said Dr. Joseph Mercola, founder of Mercola.com, a natural health website.

Court Rules Against Tyson in False and Misleading Advertising Case

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星期四, 四月 1, 2021
Dupont Circle, Wenonah Hauter, Food & Water Watch, Organic Consumers Association, Organizations

The nonprofits are represented by Richman Law & Policy , Animal Equality , and counsel for Food & Water Watch.

Key Points: 
  • The nonprofits are represented by Richman Law & Policy , Animal Equality , and counsel for Food & Water Watch.
  • In dismissing Tyson's motion to dismiss, the court ruled the nonprofit plaintiffs sufficiently alleged "injury to those consumers who have been or will be deceived by defendant's alleged marketing and advertising."
  • "We are thrilled that the court has turned back Tyson's cynical attempt to deprive us of our day in court," said Wenonah Hauter, Food & Water Watch executive director.
  • Organic Consumers Association (OCA) is a grassroots nonprofit consumer advocacy organization representing a network of more than 1 million consumers.