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NATURALLY HEALTHY www.gourmetnews.com n MARCH 2020 n GOURMET NEWS N H 1 3 2 and nut butters. The company's 1,100 cus- tomer base consists mainly of cooperatives and independently owned grocery stores that value working with an employee-owned, en- vironmentally conscious company that man- ufactures its own products. Chief Executive Officer Todd Kletter says Tierra Farm is looking to meet potential cus- tomers and work with current customers while at the show. He adds that they are very proud of the company's recently attained B- Corp Certification, which measures the so- cial and environmental performance of a company. The company is one of only 3,000 such certified companies worldwide. Achieving the certification tells vendors and customers that the Tierra Farm business model includes understanding that the com- pany will affect more than business – that in fact, it has impact on its workers, commu- nity, environment and customers. Tierra Farm B-Corp Certification means it is meet- ing the highest standards in business beyond profit by making employee benefits and charitable giving as important as input ma- terials and supply chain. It means the com- pany is about people and community as well as fiscal success. Tierra Farm manufacturers and distributes only certified-organic products grown with- out synthetic pesticides, genetically modified organisms or chemical fertilizers. This com- mitment sustains biodiversity, conserves freshwater and enhances the soil. The com- pany generates over 70 percent of its elec- tricity from solar panels and recycles over 60 percent of manufacturing waste. Its boxes are composed of recycled cardboard and its deli cup containers are more than 50 percent recycled material – and both are recyclable after use. Tierra Farm is always on the look- out for better ways to protect the planet and has commissioned an initiative to remove plastics from its packaging by the end of 2021. In 2020, the company is relaunching its granola line and has added a new spice line. It markets to co-op and independently owned grocery stores that value working with an employee-owned, environmentally con- scious company that manufactures its own products. Tierra Farm provides the highest quality of certified organic products for its cus- tomers to sell. What it provides, though, be- yond its products, is a socially conscious, community-oriented and environmentally aware way of business. Visit Tierra Farm at booth #1913. For more information, go to www.tierrafarm.com or call 888.ORG.NUTS. Tierra Farm (Cont'd. from p. 1) DH: Atlantic Natural Foods, LLC (ANF) is a leading manufacturer of better-for- you, shelf stable foods. This year at Expo West, we'll be showcasing two new addi- tions to our Loma Linda line of heat-and- eat Meal Solutions and Meal Starters – Butter Chick'n and Heartland Chili. In- spired by our comfort foods, the Butter Chick'n and Heartland Chili Meal Solu- tions feature warming spices and are packed with flavor. We'll also be sharing our TUNO™, our plant-based, canned seafood alternative. Made with non-GMO plant-based protein ingredients, this pro- tein-rich, gluten-free food features the light, flaky texture of seafood and is packed with nutritious omega 3s but is completely fish-free. GN: What would you say makes Loma Linda's products unique? DH: Currently, most plant-based protein options are priced at a premium, and there- fore, not a fit for everyday consumers who seek great-tasting, plant-based foods but also have a value mindset. We at Atlantic Natural Foods are democratizing plant- based eating by making it easier and more affordable than ever before. Loma Linda offers a delicious line of shelf-stable, plant protein-based meals, developed in re- sponse to the growing demand for tasty and nutritious, plant-based foods which are also non-GMO and gluten free. Our Plant- Based Protein Meal Solutions and Meal Starters are created to meet all consumers' needs, no matter their taste preferences or budget. Providing quick, heat-and-eat con- venience, Loma Linda foods can be pre- pared in 60 seconds, and deliver a true pantry staple that today's families can con- veniently incorporate into their weekly menus. GN: Who is your target market? DH: To be frank, our target market is quite literally every person on this earth. Countless studies show that we'll need 70 percent more food by 2050 to feed more than 9 billion peo- ple, but don't have the protein resources available to meet that demand. That's why Atlantic Natural Foods is committed to of- fering new and delicious options for afford- able, sustainable and healthy plant-based proteins to help feed future generations. GN: What is the nature of your distribution? DH: Loma Linda is available online at Amazon and at over 20,000 natural retail- ers and traditional grocers, including Wal- mart, Costco, Target, Earth Fare, Food Lion, Harmons, Jewel, Redner's, Save- Mart, Sprouts, Wakefern and Woodman's. As of this year, Loma Linda products are also available in the U.K., Australia and 17 other countries. GN: Where are you headquartered and man- ufactured? DH: We are based in Nashville, North Car- olina. We have manufacturing locations in Nashville, North Carolina, and Bangkok, Thailand. Both are FDA-approved facilities, kosher-qualified, non-GMO-assured, with SQF level 3 verification, as we uphold only the most stringent health and food safety practices. Visit Atlantic Natural Foods at booth #5050. For more information, go to www.atlantic naturalfoods.com or email sales@atlantic naturalfoods.com. Atlantic Natural Foods (Cont'd. from p. 1) agave syrup, inulin, cane sugar, invert syrups, molasses, honey, rice milk powder, coconut sugar and syrup. It also has the ability to make custom blends and sweetener systems. Suzanne's Specialties Organic Honey has been verified by the Non-GMO Project. Suzanne's Specialties offers an In- fantSafe ® version of all of its rice syrups. This unique product contains less than 10 ppb for arsenic and lead, meeting the FDA standard for drinking water. It is available in all DE levels. It packs its industrial products in pails, drums, totes and tank wagons. All products are available in organic with most having a conventional version as well. Suzanne's promises that all of its products are made with only the highest quality organic and all- natural ingredients. Each one is sure to give your formulas and applications "Sweetness the Way Mother Nature Intended™." Suzanne's Specialties also provides an ex- tensive line of retail products. These include its best-selling Ricemellow Crème, rice syrup based fruit spreads, flavored rice syrups and traditional offerings such as or- ganic molasses, organic agave syrup, organic honey, organic rice syrup and organic barley malt syrup. Pack sizes on its retail line range from jars to gallons to tubs to pails. It can service the needs of a household, restaurant, small bakery or institution. Visit www.suzannes-specialties .com for more information on these products or to shop in its easy to use online store. With distribution facilities on both the East and West coasts and a diverse product line, Suzanne's Specialties has the ability to service your company's specific needs. For more information, stop by booth #2437 or visit www.suzannes-specialties.com. Suzanne's Specialties (Cont'd. from p. 1) today's world. ChildLife Essentials is the result of the 20- plus years of extensive experience of Holis- tic Pediatrician Dr. Murray Clarke. Dr. Clarke was born in New Zealand and moved to America in 1984, where he began his study of medicine. He now holds licenses and doctorates in three fields of medicine: Naturopathic Medicine, Homeopathic Med- icine and Chinese Medicine (including Acupuncture and Herbology). Dr. Clarke opened his medical clinic in Santa Monica, California, in 1988 with a general practice utilizing acupuncture, herbs, nutrition and homeopathy. One of the chal- lenges Dr. Clarke faced was the lack of high- quality supplements that were geared towards babies and children. This inspired Dr. Clarke to create his own formulas specif- ically targeting the unique needs of children. ChildLife Essential's formulas are all gluten free and non-GMO, certified by the Non- GMO Project. ChildLife Essentials has 19 supplements, all specifically formulated to address the is- sues and challenges kids deal with daily. First Defense is one of, if not the best im- mune formula ever developed for kids, while the Echinacea is the best tasting on the mar- ket. Aller-Care is great for support against environmental allergies. Cod Liver Oil pro- vides 600 milligrams of DHA per serving – the highest level of any children's supple- ment – and its delicious strawberry flavor has no fishy taste. Organic Vitamin D3 for Babies and Infants is the only organic D3 on the market for babies. Childlife Essentials has a 19-year track record of success in providing parents the tools they need to help support their kids' health needs and requirements. Visit ChildLife Essentials at booth #4249. For more information, call 310.305.4640, email hello@childlife.net or go to www.childlifenutrition.com. ChildLife Essentials (Cont'd. from p. 1) of plant-based products. We are continually working with our family of farmers to create pure and simple products that will help you live better and happier. We take our time be- cause we believe food can be both healthy and delicious at the same time. In the last year, PB2 has expanded its pow- dered peanut butter and powdered tree nut lineup, along with expanding into an entirely new category, plant protein powder. PB2's newest products in the powdered nut butters category are PB2 Pre+Probiotic and PB2 Pure. PB2 Pre+Probiotic mimics our flagship product, but with a more functional twist. Pre+Probiotics are added for digestive sup- port, and monk fruit is used for sweetness so there is no added sugar. Per serving, PB2 Pre+Probiotic delivers 6 grams of plant- based protein and 1 billion CFU of probiotic. PB2 Pure was created after hearing con- sumer feedback stating the need for a no sugar, no salt option. PB2 Pure only has one ingredient: roasted peanuts. With PB2 Pure, consumers are getting the same great 6 grams of protein per serving without the sugar and the salt. PB2's new lineup of plant protein powders is called PB2 Performance. PB2 Perform- ance consists of two products: PB2 Perform- ance Peanut Protein with Cocoa and PB2 Performance Almond Protein with Madagas- car Vanilla. What makes PB2 Performance so unique? You should never have to com- promise taste for performance. PB2 Perform- ance is packed with all your functional needs and tastes great! These great tasting plant protein powders include prebiotic fiber, 20 grams of complete protein per serving, con- tain only six ingredients, no sugar added and are certified by the Non-GMO Project, cer- tified gluten free, certified vegan and OU Kosher. Eat what you love. Love what you eat. Choose PB2. Visit PB2 at booth #N2040. For more in- formation, go to www.pb2foods.com, call 229.387.7238 or email customer cservice@pb2foods.com. PB2 Foods (Cont'd. from p. 1)

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