Wedderspoon Debuts Exclusive USDA Certified Organic Manuka Honey Collection at Whole Foods Markets Nationwide

Christchurch, NZ – April 8, 2025 – The Wedderspoon Organic Group, the world’s largest seller of New Zealand sourced and manufactured Manuka Honey products in North America, has just introduced a new line of USDA Certified Organic MGO Manuka Honeys at Whole Foods Market stores nationwide. This exclusive range includes Wedderspoon Organic Manuka Honey MGO 50+ and MGO 100+, offering a more potent option to their comprehensive suite of products with enhanced wellness benefits.

“Building on the incredible momentum of our original line of Organic Certified Manuka Honey at Whole Foods Market, we’re excited to expand our lineup with two exclusive USDA Certified Organic MGO Manuka Honey products,” said David Ledford, SVP of Sales at Wedderspoon. “These new additions are designed to meet growing consumer demand and further strengthen our partnership with Whole Foods Market. It's a fantastic opportunity for consumers to discover the rich flavors and superior health properties that set New Zealand's finest honey apart.”

Potent and rare, these premium Manuka Honeys are crafted from raw, unpasteurized nectar collected in remote landscapes on the South Island of New Zealand. Known for their high methylglyoxal (MGO) content—50+ and 100+ mg/kg respectively—they provide unique health benefits while maintaining the natural integrity that Wedderspoon is celebrated for. MGO, an organic compound derived from glucose breakdown, is responsible for the honey's potent antimicrobial properties effective against various bacteria, including antibiotic-resistant strains. The higher MGO concentration indicates greater potency, making these honeys renowned for supporting immunity, aiding digestion and gut balance, and assisting in wound healing.

"We are thrilled to introduce our new USDA Certified Organic MGO rated New Zealand Manuka Honey to the USA market,” said Mike Weight, Chief Operating Officer of Wedderspoon. “This launch represents our commitment to quality and sustainability, bringing the purest essence of nature directly to consumers. With its unique and rich flavor profile, our Manuka Honey not only embodies the spirit of New Zealand's pristine environment but also supports a healthier lifestyle. We invite everyone to experience the exceptional taste and quality that Wedderspoon’s USDA Organic Certified Manuka Honey can offer."

For those looking to incorporate these exceptional honeys into their daily routines to experience the magic of Manuka:

• Wedderspoon’s USDA Certified Organic MGO 50+ is perfect for an everyday touch of wellness in your healthy recipes or as a better-for-you sweetener. Enjoy it straight from the spoon or blend it into smoothies; drizzle over yogurt or mix into your favorite drink.

• Wedderspoon’s USDA Certified Organic MGO 100+ offers even more benefits and is ideal for daily wellness support when you need that extra kick.

"As the largest supplier of organic Manuka in the world, the team at Wedderspoon is truly honored to partner with Whole Foods Market to launch these exclusive USDA Certified Organic MGO products in all of their stores," said Rebecca Remley, Chief Revenue Officer of Wedderspoon. "From hive to home, we maintain trusted relationships with local beekeepers and are committed to producing only the finest quality honey, which is non-GMO Project Verified, free from antibiotics, pesticides and is certified glyphosate free.”

To celebrate this exciting launch, there will be ongoing special promotions throughout April. Customers can find both varieties exclusively at their local Whole Foods Markets nationwide.

For more information about Wedderspoon’s full range, visit their website. 

About Wedderspoon:

Founded in 2005, Wedderspoon is a passionate steward of Manuka Honey-based products that awaken energized living. Wedderspoon offers a dynamic collection of expertly crafted products that capture the lusciously rare and powerful nature of genuine Manuka Honey, which is exclusively produced by bees feeding off the Manuka bush on New Zealand’s North and South Islands. From its use in the kitchen, in beauty and active lifestyle, self-care rituals and more, Wedderspoon Manuka Honey’s vibrant properties make it one of the most highly sought after holistic ingredients in the world.

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