Cousin’s Natural Foods, ME. Founded 2026. Cousin’s Natural Foods recently began a new chapter in Biddeford, Maine. The store’s new owners purchased and renamed New Morning Natural Foods as a nod to their familial relationship with the original owners. The couple is excited to continue...
The best week of the year is almost here! We are only days away from the INFRA Annual Conference, and we’re giving you the tips and tricks you need to know to make the most out of your conference experience. Whether you’re a seasoned attendee or a first timer, the list below is your source of...
For the last 20 years, Megan Westgate has led the charge against GMOs as the Founder, CEO and Executive Director of the Non-GMO Project. Now, she is continuing to lead the natural foods movement by founding the Food Integrity Collective and Non-UPF Verified product label, two organizations...
Whether it’s staying ahead of the latest TikTok trend, spotlighting must-have products, or creating eye-catching flyers and in-store materials, your marketing staff help keep your store relevant, engaging, and running smoothly. Staying ahead of the wave is no easy feat — marketing managers are...
At Radish & Rye Food Hub, good food has always been about more than what’s on the shelf. Since opening in 2015, the store has built a loyal following in midtown Harrisburg, PA by offering local and organic groceries, globally inspired flavors, and fresh-made foods crafted in their on-site...
Real Goods Market & Eatery, AR. Founded 2018. Real Goods Market & Eatery was founded by the Hubbard family after years of health issues. Championing a wide selection of organic and natural foods, supplements, beauty products, and ready-made meals, Real Goods is proud to serve the...
Wellness Managers play a vital role in guiding customers through an increasingly complex wellness landscape, translating evolving trends, demystifying product claims, and delivering personalized, trusted recommendations that build lasting relationships. At this year’s INFRA Annual Conference,...
Pat Sheridan, INFRA President & CEO As INFRA continues to grow and evolve in service of independent natural food retailers, we are focused on ensuring that how we support our members keeps pace with your needs, your business, and the complexity of today’s retail landscape. Over the...
St. Paul, Minnesota — May 6, 2026 — The Independent Natural Food Retailers Association (INFRA) has surpassed 400 member stores serving over 650 communities nationwide. This marks a significant milestone in the association’s growth, as it reached $3.4 billion in representative sales in 2025 and...
We recently celebrated 6 months of INFRA’s exclusive wellness brand, The Good Collective. What started as an idea to give members a way to compete in private label, build healthy margins, and become wellness destinations in their communities, is beginning to take shape on over 200 member store...