D.D. Williamson’s annatto colorant has been declared USDA certified organic.
D.D. Williamson’s annatto colorant has been declared USDA certified organic. Annatto, a carotenoid, is extracted from the outer coating surrounding the seeds of Bixa orellana trees. The company says that it is North America’s only supplier of certified-organic annatto extract for coloring. Applications include organic cheddar cheese, popcorn, and spreads, as well as baked goods, salad dressings, snacks, frostings, and confections. D.D. Williamson (Louisville, KY), 800/227-2635, www.ddwilliamson.com.
Senate Committee has released the text of 2024 Farm Bill, with changes to hemp regulations
November 19th 2024The U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, & Forestry has introduced the Rural Prosperity and Food Security Act, which will serve as the Senate’s draft for the 2024 Farm Bill.
NPA’s lawsuit against FDA on NMN stayed pending agency’s decision on citizen petition
November 6th 2024The court has granted a joint motion for stay filed by NPA and FDA, pending the agency's decision on the citizen petition asking FDA to reverse its stance on NMN's status as a dietary ingredient.