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MAHO EXPO “SUMMER SPLASH”
CONVENTION & TRADE SHOW
July 24-26, 2026 – Hilton Columbus at Easton
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MAHO members are Independent Natural Products Industry Retailers, Manufacturers, Brokers and Distributors throughout the Midwest.
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The MAHO Expo and Summer Splash Convention is the annual premier event bringing association retailers, exhibitors and industry professionals together.
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With your participation we continue to effect policy change and ensure that we maintain your right to sell products, and the rights of your customers to make healthy choices.
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As the world continues to shift towards sustainability, innovative solutions are emerging to address food security in urban areas. One such solution is the transformation of empty shopping malls into indoor farms that grow fresh produce year-round. This repurposing of vacant retail spaces provides an eco-friendly way to help feed city populations while also reducing the carbon footprint associated with transporting food long distances.![]()
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Indoor farming offers several advantages, including year-round crop production regardless of climate or weather conditions. By utilizing advanced techniques like hydroponics and vertical farming, these urban farms can grow food efficiently in small spaces, making them ideal for densely populated cities. Additionally, these farms use less water than traditional agriculture, making them a more sustainable choice for the future.![]()
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This trend represents a new way of thinking about food production—one that prioritizes local, sustainable solutions to global challenges. As more cities adopt this model, we could see a significant reduction in food waste and a decrease in the need for long-distance food transport.![]()
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What are your thoughts on this innovative way of growing food? Could we see this trend spreading to more cities around the world? Share your ideas and thoughts on sustainable food production! 🌱🏙️
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Class Action Lawsuit Filed Against Scotts Miracle Gro: A new class action lawsuit alleges The Scotts Company falsely advertises its Miracle-Gro organic soil and fertilizer products as organic when lab tests confirm the products contain synthetic, non-organic and harmful PFAS “forever chemicals.” Long-term exposure to PFAS has been linked to serious health problems, including kidney cancer, testicular cancer, liver cancer, thyroid cancer, and ulcerative colitis, and much more. The Products at issue in this case consist of all Scotts Miracle-Gro soil and fertilizer products with packaging that represents they are organic. The Products include but are not limited to: Miracle-Gro Organic Raised Bed & Garden Soil, Miracle-Gro Organic Outdoor Potting Mix, Miracle-Gro Organic Indoor Potting Mix, Miracle-Gro Organic Garden Soil, Miracle-Gro Organic Potting Mix, Miracle-Gro Organic Raised Bed Soil, Miracle-Gro Performance Organics All Purpose Container Mix, Miracle-Gro Performance Organics In-Ground Soil, Miracle-Gro Performance Organics Raised Bed Mix, Miracle-Gro Organic Choice Potting Mix, Miracle-Gro Organic Choice Raised Bed & In Ground Soil with Compost, and Miracle-Gro Organic Choice Garden Soil. The plaintiffs are represented by Todd D. Carpenter and Jennifer M. French of Lynch Carpenter LLP.![]()
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Boycott Scotts. Need we say more?![]()
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Read about the lawsuit: topclassactions.com/lawsuit-settlements/lawsuit-news/miracle-gro-class-action-claims-organic-soil...![]()
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Read about the dangers of PFAS chemicals: toxinfreeusa.org/education/what-are-pfas-forever-chemicals-and-how-to-avoid-them/![]()
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Calling all Independent Natural Product Retailers... It is time to register for the 2024 MAHO Expo!
Call the MAHO Office and register today @ 614-798-1117. We have a sold-out show floor with many brand-new exhibitors just waiting for you - with fabulous discounts!