Austin, TX—Nexira has adopted acacia gum (also called gum arabic) through the American Botanical Council’s (ABC) Adopt-an-Herb botanical research and education program. “Nexira is continuously working to raise awareness around acacia fiber prebiotic health benefits,” said Mathieu Dondain, Nexira Vice President, in a press release. “Adopting the Acacia Gum record on ABC’s...
Austin, TX—The ABC-AHP-NCNPR Botanical Adulterants Prevention Program (BAPP) has released a Botanical Adulterants Prevention Bulletin on nigella (Nigella sativa) seed and seed oil (also referred to as “black seed” or “black cumin,” though it is not related to the popular spice cumin). Nigella has a long history of use as a...
A Dozen Cousins announced expansion into REI (Recreational Equipment, Inc.) nationwide, advancing its goal in bringing diversity to the outdoors. Starting in April, A Dozen Cousins globally inspired rice and beans will be available to shop in-store at REI locations across the U.S. Each year, A Dozen Cousins offers a...
The American Botanical Council (ABC) shared news of the passing of Steven Foster, longtime ABC contributor and member of the ABC Board of Trustees. A heartfelt letter by Mark Blumenthal, ABC Founder & Executive Director, celebrates Foster's many contributions to the industry, including his work as the author or co-author...
Austin, TX—Layn Natural Ingredients has adopted Sophora japonica, otherwise known as Japanese pagoda tree, Japanese sophora, or Chinese scholar tree, according to a press release from the American Botanical Council (ABC). “[Our] adoption of Sophora japonica is important because at the core of Layn Natural Ingredients’ vision is innovating natural...
Austin, TX—Total annual sales of herbal dietary supplements in the United States surpassed $10 billion for the first time in 2020, according to the American Botanical Council’s (ABC) 2020 Herb Market Report. Consumers spent an estimated $11.261 billion on these products in 2020, a 17.3% increase from 2019, more than...
Austin, TX—Six industry leaders were recognized for their contributions to the herbal and botanical communities at the 16th annual Celebration and Botanical Excellence Awards Ceremony by the American Botanical Council (ABC). This year, the event was held virtually on May 25 and livestreamed on ABC’s YouTube channel, where it can...
Austin, TX—The ABC-AHP-NCNPR Botanical Adulterant Prevention Program (BAPP) has announced a new article, published in the March issue of the American Botanical Council’s (ABC’s) HerbalEGram newsletter, that details results from analytical laboratories on ingredients and products containing or claiming to be elderberry. The report—which covers bulk powder, bulk extracts, and...
Austin, TX—The American Botanical Council (ABC) has launched a new website, according to a press release. The site has been in the works for the past two years. In 2020, ABC’s website saw more than 600,000 visitors from 230 countries, creating 1.6 million pageviews. It has been the vehicle for...
Purdy, MO—Demand for elderberry ingredients surged as the COVID-19 pandemic set in and remains high today, making adulteration a concern. In its continued efforts to raise awareness to this problem and to combat adulteration, INS Farms announced the company’s continued commitment to the authenticity of its elderberry. A press release...
