Luker Chocolate, a Colombian B4B chocolate manufacturer, has announced that they are now B Corporation certified, which highlights their dedication to using business as a force for good and driving transformational change in the cocoa industry. 

Experts answer our Qs on sustainable sourcing, research, trends, & more!  Plus: The latest need-to-know info on CBD & hemp.

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In a previous post, Carolina Schneider, a registered dietitian with expertise in the plant-based food and beverage industry, explored how businesses are striving to become a "force for good." She highlighted eight companies making a difference to both the planet and its people, but those companies aren't alone. In this article, Carolina shines a light on eight additional companies that stand out for their outstanding sustainability efforts and dedication to giving back to communities.

On April 27, 2023, ABC’s Sustainable Herbs Program and the Herbal Alliance are partnering to  host Why Prescribing Sustainable Herbs Matters. Ann Armbrecht, Ph.D., and Sebastian Pole will facilitate conversations that  explore the relationship among sustainable sourcing, high-quality botanical ingredients, and clinical efficacy