Industry & Market News

FDA’s Dr. Cara Welch Opening Speaker at the 9th AHPA Botanical Congress

The virtual event’s agenda will focus on the impact of COVID-19 on the botanicals industry.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.15.21

6th Annual Dietary Supplements Regulatory Summit Scheduled for July 13

The virtual symposium will feature top FDA officials, including acting director Dr. Cara Welch, as well as industry experts.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.14.21

Bunge Invests $47.5 Million in Australian Plant Proteins

The agreement makes Bunge the exclusive distributor for APP in the Americas and includes an option to license APP proprietary processing tech.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.14.21

AHPA’s 9th Botanical Congress to Take Place May 24

The one-day virtual event will explore the unique challenges related to the pandemic that have directly impacted businesses.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.09.21

National Survey Suggests Consumer Knowledge of CBD is Highly Limited

A great deal of discrepancy between CBD and other cannabis products still exists, even among those who've tried it.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.08.21

Plant-Based Food Sales Surge to $7 Billion in 2020 on 27% Growth

The success of plant-based milk has laid the groundwork for major increases in sales of other categories across the store.

Sean Moloughney, Editor 04.06.21

NOW Partners with 7 Experts to Inspire People to Pursue Wellness

The #LiveHealthyNOW campaign will offer free, exclusive content throughout the year to educate and inspire people to meet their unique wellness goals.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.05.21

CRN, ACI Announce Co-Chairs, Agenda Preview for 9th Annual Forum on Supplements

Topics on strategies for legal, regulatory, and compliance activity which will be discussed are now available to view online.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.05.21

Ingredion Expands Specialty Ingredient Portfolio with Acquisition of Katech

The purchase will bring with it label-friendly ingredients and formulation solutions.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.05.21

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Sun-Maid Growers of California Acquires Plum Organics from Campbell Soup

Baby food brand to join co-ops portfolio of whole fruit snacks.

Sean Moloughney, Editor 04.01.21

Botanical Adulterants Prevention Program Publishes Olive Oil Lab Doc

The new publication covers over 90 laboratory analytical methods to authenticate olive oil.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.31.21

Nearly Half of Americans Began Taking Immune Support Supplements Over the Last Year

A survey conducted by TheraBreath found that immune support products will become increasingly important as children go back to school.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.30.21

NSF/Harvard Study Finds Deterenol, Other Stimulants in Sports & Weight Loss Supplements

Seventeen commercially-available brands were selected for analysis because they listed at least one prohibited stimulant.

Online Exclusives By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.29.21

Advanced Dermatology Study Reveals Health Habits During the Pandemic

According to 2,022 American adults, unhealthy habits are primarily being fueled by emotional tolls such as stress and anxiety.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.25.21

Innova Discusses Trends in Plant Protein Expected for 2021

As plant proteins become a more prominent key feature, expect more innovations in products, sustainability, and clean-label simplicity.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.24.21

Focus, Endurance, Resilience: The Esports Community is Seeking Out Supplements

The physical and cognitive toll that video games have on their most serious players calls for a diverse lineup of nutraceutical solutions.

Online Exclusives By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.24.21

Elder Berry Adulteration Documented By New BAPP Article

The Botanical Adulterants Prevention Program’s latest installation includes lab data from 532 commercial elderberry samples, evidencing authenticity problems.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.23.21