It was wonderful to see the trends emerging from the ECRM programs for Deli, Dairy, Bakery, Frozen Foods, and Private Label. Ethnic flavors and offerings are expanding in the fresh areas of the store as well as plant-based, and flexitarian options. Sarah Davidson, Senior Vice President of Food & Beverage...
The Global Organization for EPA and DHA Omega-3s (GOED) has developed a new infographic that omega-3 companies adhering to European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) guidelines can use to help communicate the health benefits of EPA and DHA omega-3s. The handout uses language taken from the Commission Regulations on the nine...
Sempera Organics is offering U.S. grown organic functional mushrooms for use by food and nutraceutical developers. The selection includes: lion’s mane, cordyceps, reishi, chaga, turkey tail, shiitake, maitake, almond mushroom, king oyster, snow fungus, and agarikon, grown in a lab farm facility with a focus on purity and quality. The mushrooms...
Solaray has released SharpMind. This collection of advanced nootropics aims to support mental and emotional well-being. The line features five formulas: Stress, Energy, Focus, Mood, and Sleep. The products are formulated with nutrients, adaptogens, and fermented organic mushrooms, with each targeting specific cognitive needs. www.solaray.com...
Forager Project has launched a dairy-free Organic Kids Cashewmilk Yogurt line. Each yogurt pouch deliver probiotics, calcium, and essential vitamins D, A, and B12. The snack is 100% vegan. The three flavors, Berry Berry, Strawberry, and Mango, are low in sugar and Certified USDA Organic, vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free, and soy-free. foragerproject.com...
Odyssey Wellness LLC has released two new flavors to their line of organic mushroom elixirs: Blackberry Twist and Orange Ginger. All Odyssey Elixirs are organic, contain no preservatives, artificial flavors, or sweeteners, and are vegan, non-GMO, kosher and keto-friendly with 4 to 6 grams of net carbs. The new releases...
Washington, D.C.—The U.S. Department of Agriculture has published the Origin of Livestock final rule for organic dairy, according to a USDA press release. The changes are intended to promote a fairer and more competitive market for organic dairy producers, by making sure that certified USDA organic dairy products are produced...
Washington, D.C.—The USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) has announced a “public listening session, with request for comment, regarding upcoming standards development activities, including feedback about specific recommendations received from the National Organic Standards Board (NOSB).” The Organic Trade Association (OTA) stated in a press release that this session is the...
Monterey, CA—Organic fresh produce grew sales by 5.5% in 2021, topping $9 billion for the first time and outpacing conventionally grown produce in year-over-year gains in both sales and volume. That’s according to the 2021 Organic Produce Performance Report, released by Organic Produce Network and Category Partners. The report notes...
Kutztown, PA—Rodale Institute has launched the Rodale Institute Certified Advisor program, which certifies agricultural service providers to offer organic transition assistance, with the goal of building a network of local, trusted agricultural service providers backed by Rodale. Under the management of Rodale Institute’s Organic Consulting team, Rodale Institute Certified Advisors...
