Allergy Alert for Undeclared Egg in “Decorated Red Apple Cookies” Issued by Southern Pacific Whole Foods Market Stores

August 23, 2019 FDA

“Decorated Red Apple Cookies” are being voluntarily recalled by Southern Pacific Whole Foods Market stores because they may contain undeclared egg. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to these allergens run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

Whole Foods CEO on Plant-Based Meat Boom: Good For the Environment but not For Your Health

August 22, 2019 Jade Scipioni, CNBC

Mackey, who has been a vegan for more than 20 years, isn’t sold on the health benefits of plant-based meats.

The Meatless Farm Co Launches in U.S. With Debut At Whole Foods Market Locations Nationwide

July 30, 2019 The Meatless Farm Co

Meatless Farm’s products will begin rolling out in Whole Foods Market locations beginning August 5th.

FireFly Farms Announces Second Exclusive Cheese in Whole Foods Market Stores

July 29, 2019 FireFly Farms

FireFly Farms Inc. is pleased to announce the availability of its 12-month aged goat cheese, Bella Vita, exclusive to Whole Foods Market locations in the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast regions, beginning this month. FireFly Farms’ goat’s milk cheeses first appeared in Whole Foods Market stores in October of 2003.

Judge Dismisses Whole Foods Overcharging Lawsuit

July 19, 2019 JEN CHUNG, Gothamist

Four years ago, the New York City Department of Consumer Affairs revealed that Whole Foods stores had been ripping off customers by overcharging them for pre-packaged items. The investigation led to lawsuits alleging “deceptive practices, false advertising, unjust profits, breach of contract” with damages in the millions. Now, a U.S. District Court judge has sided with Whole Foods and tossed out the lawsuit.