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Join us on The Buyer’s Desk, where we connect with conscious brands, independent natural food retailers, and industry partners to dive into the most pressing topics in natural foods today. From regenerative agriculture to strategic merchandising, The Buyer’s Desk is your go-to resource for all things natural food retail!

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This episode is brought to you by Little Sesame Hummus.

Back-to-school season is here, and that means it’s time to start filling lunchboxes again! In this episode, Senior Category Manager Kim Route and SPINS Expert Jim Olson chat about top-performi... more

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This week, we're revisiting our Common Roots conversation with Vickie Bacon, Owner of Highland Nutrition Center in Highland, IL. Located in a small town with less than 10,000 people, Vickie shar... more

This episode is brought to you by Poppi.

This week, Jessy Beckett Parr, Chief Program Officer at California Certified Organic Farmers (CCOF) joins Pat for an in-depth conversation about the transition to organic agriculture. She discusses challeng... more

This week, Angela sits down with Amelia Rappaport, HR Director and Partner at Woodstock Farmers’ Market in Vermont, to explore the relationships, values, and intentional choices that have helped the store thrive for decades. Amelia shares how a commi... more

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It's Independent Retailer Month, and Pat and Jim are celebrating what makes independent retailers such a powerful force in their communities and across the industry. Tune in as they explore the unique balanc... more

Join Pat on this week’s episode of The Buyer’s Desk for an inspiring conversation with Megan Westgate, Founder, CEO and Executive Director of the Non-GMO Project and the Food Integrity Collective. Megan unpacks how independent retailers have been maj... more

In this week’s episode, Angela and Jim chat about exciting changes to the SPINS platform. With their new industry-trained AI tool, SPINS Intelligence, retailers can get quick snapshots of data insights and broad overviews without getting in the weeds... more

This episode is brought to you by Better Sour.

This week on The Buyer’s Desk, we're diving into a hot topic; the "re-rise" of dairy. In recent years, we've seen plant-based losing popularity, replaced with traditional dairy products like premium but... more

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Kara Bittner
Director of the Natural Channel for Poppi
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Jessy Beckett Parr
Representative of California Certified Organic Farmers (CCOF)
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Episode: The Road to Organic with CCOF
Amelia Rappaport
partner at Woodstock Farmers' Market
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Episode: Small Town, Strong Support: Celebrating Woodstock Farmers’ Market
Graham Kidd
Senior Vice President of Sales at Olipop
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Episode: Independent Stores, Collective Strength: Kicking Off Independent Retailer Month
Megan Westgate
Founder, CEO, and former Executive Director of the Non-GMO Project; leader of Food Integrity Collective and related initiatives
Non-GMO Project / Food Integrity Collective
Episode: The Value of Food Integrity with Megan Westgate
Jim Olsen
Spins Segment Manager, Spins data expert
Spins
Episode: The "Re-rise" of Dairy with SPINS
Michele Marchetti
Deputy Director at The Cornucopia Institute
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Episode: BACKSTOCK: Organic, Independent, and Informed with The Cornucopia Institute
Mark Squire
Owner, Good Earth Natural Foods
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Kristine Root
Chief Marketing Officer and Storyteller at Regenified
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Angela Bozo
Host of The Buyer's Desk; co-host; connected to Infra and production teams; central figure in show leadership.

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The Road to Organic with CCOF
Q: What actually happens to a farmer during the three-year transition to organic, and why is that period so difficult?
During the three-year transition, farmers shift from synthetic inputs to biological soil management, which involves building soil biology, ecology above ground, and adopting cover crops and rotations; yields and revenue often drop in the short term, but long-term costs fall and premiums can be earned once fully transitioned.
The Road to Organic with CCOF
Q: Could you take a moment and just tell the listeners about CCOF and what you do?
CCOF certifies, educates, and advocates for organic across the US, Mexico, and Canada, with a mission to remove agricultural chemicals from our food system and build a robust organic supply chain.
The All One Approach to Leadership with Dr. Bronner's
Q: David, how do you approach challenging decisions that affect the entire supply chain, and how can other business owners apply the David Bronner vibration to leadership?,
Approach crises by feeling the tension, staying connected to mission, communicating transparently with internal and external stakeholders, and pivoting thoughtfully to protect relationships and long-term impact rather than opting for quick cost-cutting measures.
The All One Approach to Leadership with Dr. Bronner's
Q: But I want to know what that means to you. How did you come up with that and how does that guide the way you show up as a leader at Dr. Bronner's?
The Cosmic Engagement Officer title grows from a commitment to serve, inspired by a family legacy and psychedelic experiences that broaden the sense of responsibility beyond profits to people and the planet, guiding decisions with a multi-stakeholder mindset and collaborative governance.
From Roots to Regeneration: Celebrating Organic Month with SPINS
Q: As we wrap up, is there anything you wanted to make sure we covered about organic today that you did not yet touch on?
The future of organics looks bright and stronger than ever as public interest in natural ingredient decks and certification continues to grow, with momentum likely to persist as both consumer education and certifications evolve in tandem.

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What is The Buyer's Desk about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show leans into the world of natural foods retail, brand integrity, and sustainability, with episodes featuring conversations about independent organic brands, regenerative agriculture, transparency in labeling, and the economics of running mission-driven stores. Across discussions, listeners get practical takeaways for retailers and brands on topics like brand independence, certification standards, supply chain transparency, and consumer education. The format often blends practitioner experience with topic expert insight, making it useful for retailers, brand marketers, and sustainability-minded professionals seeking actionable guidance and industry context. A notable pattern is the focus on independent retailers, transparency, and go... more

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