Trends & Business

Steve Dillingham has been named senior vice president, global ingredient sales. Cofounder and executive chairman David Wiley now serves as CEO of the organization’s Wiley Ingredients operating company.

Legislation introduced by Majority Leader Chuck Schumer that would decriminalize cannabis federally also includes provisions for the regulation of cannabidiol (CBD).

More than 14,000 consumers across 18 countries in North America, Europe, and Latin America were surveyed.

Nutrasource has received a patent for a method of testing GMOs as part of its International Genetically Modified Organism (GMO) Evaluation and Notification (IGEN) program.

ROC certification promotes holistic agriculture practices, including increasing soil organic matter and sequestering carbon, improving animal welfare, and providing economic stability and fairness to farmers, ranchers, and workers.

The new Kaged Muscle product, Pro-biotic Premium Performance, is marketed to enhance endurance, reduce fatigue, and promote gut health.

Delta-8 THC is a new cannabinoid that has come to market, testing the legal boundaries of hemp-derived cannabinoids.

What makes a meal replacement today?

Pharmavite has acquired Uqora, a leading urinary tract health brand, signaling its continued commitment to the women's health space.

One company takes a look at the historical and future growth of omega-3 fatty acids in food and drinks.

The cultivated meat company has raised $105 million to help the firm achieve large scale global commercialization.

Ingredient suppliers share their latest research on how consumer attitudes towards functional foods and beverages changed over the past year.

The June 2021 report, “Ecommerce Health & Wellness Spotlight,” examined sales trends in the OTC market in 2020, both in-store and online, and revealed additional promising trends for the supplements category.

Pharmavite says 8 out of 10 pharmacist surveyed reported maintaining their own daily vitamin supplementation routine; moreover, 75% said more patients have requested information about vitamins and dietary supplements during the pandemic.

A petition to add pullulan to the National List of Allowed and Prohibited Substances was first filed in January 2018, with the National Organic Standards Board recommending its addition in April 2019.

Arla Foods is launching a whey protein hydrolysate with improved taste profile for medical supplements.

The private equity group Siparex has purchased a minority stake in Pharmactive, which will allow the firm to accelerate its development plans through external growth and expand its portfolio of natural ingredients and international commercial presence. 

Lantmännen has launched an organic, gluten-free oat beta-glucan ingredient that can be used as an emulsifier.

Cypress Systems is launching a premium line of chelated minerals called TheChelates.

Formulation and opportunities for functional coffees are endless.

NZMP to expand the application range of its proprietary probiotic strains.

Deerland Probiotics & Enzymes launched website to educate consumers about its DE111 line of probiotics.

The Council for Responsible Nutrition announced joint initiative with the American Society of Nutrition Foundation to award American Society of Nutrition student members with the opportunity to attend its scientific symposium.

Biomerica's signs five-year distribution agreement with Canadian partner to market new test to detect H. pylori bacteria, called hp+detect.

COVID-19 wrought havoc on botanical supplies even as it sent interest in the ingredients’ health-promoting properties through the roof.

If you’re formulating for pets, healthier, sophisticated products from whole, fresh food sources and a more holistic approach to overall health is the name of the game.

ReGrained has announced that its SuperGrain+ flour is the first ingredient in the world to receive Upcycled Food Certification from the Upcycled Food Association.

Robertet invested a substantial minority stake in Fleur de Vie, and the two will continue to work together on future microalgae developments.

Matrix Fine Sciences Pvt. Ltd. furthers expansion into North America with the establishment of Matrix Fine Sciences USA.

To further reduce its carbon footprint and optimize krill harvesting in Antarctic, Aker BioMarine ordered a new Sounder USV (Unmanned Surface Vehicle) from Kongsberg Maritime.