04.25.24
Nutriterra, a DHA oil sourced from genetically-engineered canola manufactured by Nuseed Nutritional, was re-certified by Friend of the Sea as a sustainable, plant-based omega-3 ingredient. The certification, overseen by the World Sustainability Organization, recognizes products and services that respect and protect the marine environment.
“Consumers rely on trusted third-party certifiers, like Friend of the Sea, to identify products that align with their values. When our customers include Nutriterra in their foods and supplements, they can signify their commitment to sustainable sourcing with the Friend of the Sea label on the package,” said Brent Zacharias, group executive at Nuseed.
Nutriterra was one of the first products to receive plant-based certification from Friend of the Sea in 2021. The certificate audits the supply chain from seed to oil. While land-based canola production doesn’t impact ocean habitats and fish, the certification ensures: protection of wild fauna, flora, soil, and water resources; no dangerous substances; responsible waste and energy management; social responsibility across the whole chain; and legal compliance.
Wild fish are currently the primary source of omega-3 oil, and the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization indicated that wild stocks are fished to capacity, Nuseed reports.
“We are honored to recertify Nutriterra DHA Canola oil. With ocean resources under increasing pressure, plant-based innovations like Nuseed’s are vital to the future supply of essential omega-3 nutrition.,” said Paolo Bray, CEO and founder of Friend of the Sea.
“Consumers rely on trusted third-party certifiers, like Friend of the Sea, to identify products that align with their values. When our customers include Nutriterra in their foods and supplements, they can signify their commitment to sustainable sourcing with the Friend of the Sea label on the package,” said Brent Zacharias, group executive at Nuseed.
Nutriterra was one of the first products to receive plant-based certification from Friend of the Sea in 2021. The certificate audits the supply chain from seed to oil. While land-based canola production doesn’t impact ocean habitats and fish, the certification ensures: protection of wild fauna, flora, soil, and water resources; no dangerous substances; responsible waste and energy management; social responsibility across the whole chain; and legal compliance.
Wild fish are currently the primary source of omega-3 oil, and the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization indicated that wild stocks are fished to capacity, Nuseed reports.
“We are honored to recertify Nutriterra DHA Canola oil. With ocean resources under increasing pressure, plant-based innovations like Nuseed’s are vital to the future supply of essential omega-3 nutrition.,” said Paolo Bray, CEO and founder of Friend of the Sea.
