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Article: Global outlook: innovative international foods, including many natural and organic products, were on display at SIAL Montreal 2007.(center store)
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- Grocery Headquarters
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- May 1, 2007
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WHILE THE FLAVOR WAS distinctly international with exhibitors from 34 countries, the common language of organic and natural foods was spoken at SIAL Montreal 2007 March 28-30. The exhibits ranged from fancy nuts, cheeses and sauces to organic maple flakes.
A number of U.S. food companies were on hand looking to gain wider distribution for their products, and international firms attended in hopes of gaining ground in North America.
With so many organic and natural products vying for shelf space, it can be difficult to gain attention from retailers. Two former Whole Foods executives spoke about the challenges of breaking into this market and offered some ...