Virtual—The Naturally Informed event Active Nutrition: Mastering the Market took a look at consumer research—and at where scientific research was lacking—in order to find unmet needs in this market, and the opportunities they present. Doug Kalman, Ph.D., R.D., VP of Scientific Affairs, Nutrasource, and Abbie Smith-Ryan, Ph.D., Director of the...
Hadley, MA—American River Nutrition (ARN) has announced that its GG-Gold brand has received self-affirmed GRAS status. GG-Gold is an ingredient containing geranylgeraniol, an endogenous plant-based nutrient responsible for the synthesis of chlorophylls, carotenoids, and vitamins E and K. In humans, the press release states that it is useful for the...
Italy—Indena has awarded three young researchers the “Indena—Biagio Alberto Della Beffa” prize, dedicated to the memory of the company’s founder, Colonel Biagio Alberto Della Beffa, according to a press release. “This initiative further testifies to Indena’s commitment to invest in young researchers as managers and sources of innovation for the...
Immune health concerns are set to continue as a major priority, according to consumer research from Innova Market Insights. The research indicates that one in four people globally has become more concerned about immune health since before the pandemic, a concern which was strongest among Millennials and younger Gen X,...
Friend of the Sea has certified Mom’s Garden for its commitment to using sustainably sourced fish oil in its omega-3 supplements, according to a press release. Mom’s Garden is a German company that has developed products based on scientific research, focusing on innovation and efficacy. This philosophy includes a commitment...
Arlington, VA—FMI has announced its 2021 health and well-being initiative, which includes research insights and programmatic support for the food industry. “Now, more than ever, the food industry is positioned to build on the trust and partnership of being on the shoppers’ side, helping them achieve their personal goals when...
Durham, NC—New research from Duke University may help explain how people make food choices—and offer opportunities to help people make healthier ones. Co-authors Nicolette Sullivan, now Assistant Professor of Marketing at the London School of Economics and Political Science, and Scott Huettel, Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience, began the study...
New York, NY—Danone Manifesto Ventures (DMV), the corporate venture arm of Danone, has acquired a majority stake in Harmless Harvest, makers of coconut-based products including coconut water and coconut yogurt, according to a press release. In 2017, DMV led a $30m capital growth round in the company. With this additional...
St. Paul, MN—The Independent Natural Food Retailers Association (INFRA) has announced that the Board of Directors has approved membership of 12 retailers with 15 locations who are current members of Raise the Bar (RTB) Independent Retail Grocers Alliance. “The Raise the Bar members have long been a community of independent...
Todd Pauli of 24 Stories Marketing and WholeFoods Content Director Maggie Jaqua sit down with Brandon Hill, CEO & Co-Founder of Vori, a modern operating system for the global food supply chain that helps retailers communicate with vendors to make wholesale buying easier. Vori replaces old-school pen & paper ordering...
RSS
