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Supply chain
BASF declares force majeure on vitamin and carotenoid supply after fire at German plant
BASF has declared force majeure on the supply of some vitamin A and E and carotenoid products, with certain aroma ingredients impacted as well, following a fire at a plant at its Ludwigshafen site.
MuscleTech expands ties with Trust Group to manufacture in Brazil
Global sports supplement brand MuscleTech has reached a manufacturing and marketing agreement with Trust Group to expand its reach into the Brazilian market.
Aker BioMarine capitalizes on krill oil know-how, expands into algae
Aker BioMarine, the world’s largest krill oil supplier for supplements, aquaculture and pet food, is diversifying into algae oil to prepare for a supply-and-demand squeeze in the omega-3 fish oil space.
Natural Alternatives sees sales rise, but inflation clouds future
Contract manufacturer Natural Alternatives International Inc. reported increased sales but saw inflationary pressures cut into its profit in its year end earnings statement released yesterday.
Botanical yields fall as climate change affects harvests
Extreme weather events from heat waves and droughts to ‘hundred-year storms’ happening every two years, the impact of climate change is obvious. And few industries are witnessing the impact as much as botanical supply chain.
Herbalife’s stock collapse could signal tough times ahead for industry
Stock traders have lost confidence in Herbalife as sales slow and costs rise for the multilevel marketing giant. The company’s recent deceleration could back up the idea that inflation poses a threat the health of the supplement industry.
CK Nutraceuticals to distribute Chilean maqui ingredients
Canadian ingredient supplier CK Nutraceuticals has signed an agreement to distribute proprietary branded ingredients based on maqui berry.
See you in San Diego! Our plans to proceed with the Sports & Active Nutrition Summit
NutraIngredients-USA remains committed to hosting its Sports & Active Nutrition Summit USA, Feb. 14 to 16 in San Diego.
Guest article
Omega-3s in 2021: Strong Demand Despite Logistic Challenges
The omega-3 industry fared well in 2021, which was by no means a guarantee after a roller coaster 2020…
NOW unveils new method for finding pesticide residues in complex botanicals
Scientists at supplement manufacturer NOW have validated a new test method for finding pesticide residues in difficult-to-analyze botanicals, such as Hawthorn extract.
Aker to partner with renewable energy leader Uruguay in green ammonia plan
So-called ‘green ammonia’ is central to Aker BioMarine’s recently announced plan to reduce its CO2 footprint. Key to the plan is a developing partnership with the county of Uruguay, which has become a leader in renewable energy.
Homegrown guayusa brand seeks to have big impact on Ecuadorian farmers
A home grown ingredient supplier is seeking to support indigenous farmers while expanding overseas markets for guayusa, a traditional botanical of the Amazonian rainforest.
News in Brief
GOED partners national Peruvian fishing society
GOED has partnered the National Fisheries Society in Peru as the country aims to become a world-leader in the production of omega 3.
Rhodiola supply: Experts call for control of international wild supply, recommend more cultivation
Increasing demand for Rhodiola rosea L. – which is primarily from wild sources – is straining the global supply, and controls need to be introduced to monitor the trade of wild R. rosea, according to a new review.
Botanical sourcing and sustainability priorities for 2021
Each New Year presents an opportunity to take stock of where we are and to reevaluate our priorities for the near- and long-term future. We each make our resolutions and then motivate ourselves to meet our goals, whether modest or lofty. With 2021 upon...
Supplier debuts concentrated acerola extract with high level of ‘natural’ vitamin C
An ingredient supplier based in California but with significant operations in Brazil has staked a new claim in the natural vitamin C fray with a new concentrated acerola ingredient.
From the editor's desk
Centinela: Remember the name
People who would like to put a damper on apocalyptic projections of the effects of climate change and habitat destruction like to focus on the fact that we’ll get through this, that life will find a way. There’s no doubting this (the world is not about...
Planning, solid inventory, and appropriate health benefits help Benexia win during crisis
Chia supplier Benexia has secured its supply chain to keep producing during the global pandemic, and the company says the inflammation fighting properties of its products has seen demand rise.
Editor’s spotlight: Reinvigorating a stagnating ingredient
Benexia bets on Seeds of Wellness consumer brand to boost category
Chia grower Benexia is betting on its consumer brand Seeds of Wellness (SOW) to jumpstart demand for the nutrition-packed seeds.
96% of the globe may have insufficient access by 2100
Could climate change cause DHA omega-3 from oceans to plummet?
Warming oceans may deliver a crushing blow to the production of DHA omega-3 by algae, which would ripple up the food chain and slash the global availability of this critical nutrient by 2100, says a scientific paper. But could rapid advances in plant...
Aker deploys drone to improve efficiency, add to ecosystem data collection
Leading krill harvester Aker BioMarine is making progress in its efforts to support the science of the Antarctic ecosystem with the full operational release of an autonomous sail drone.
From the editor's desk
Persistent nutrition gaps at sports teams provides opportunity
Many pro sports leagues still have a long way to go when it comes to supporting players with proper nutrition and supplementation, which could be a big opportunity for sports nutrition companies.
NAFTA replacement benefits US supplements, food producers, NPA says
The new trade deal that modified the NAFTA pact is the first to specifically mention supplements and could benefit the industry, a trade organization says.
Duckweed grower hails ‘potentially game changing’ B12 discovery
A company in the US claims to have unearthed a natural plant-based source of vitamin B12 in its water lentil, or duckweed, crop.
Global fisheries management is working, study asserts
A new paper asserts that modern fisheries management is succeeding in bolstering abundance in many areas around the world, which is good news for the sustainability of marine omega-3s.
“LATAM market is going through a big change”, Naturex says
As food and beverage producers focus on adding various benefits to their formulations in 2020, NutraIngredients-LATAM spoke to Naturex’s Product Manager for the region’s functional and nutritional ingredients, Rodrigo Setti, about the “new era” in LATAM...
ADM adds to Brazilian footprint with purchase of botanical extracts manufacturer
ADM has expanded its botanical ingredients footprint with the acquisition of a Brazilian manufacturer. The deal was announced on Jan. 7.
Four weeks to go
GOED Exchange set to tackle omega-3 science and industry growth
The global omega-3 industry will come together at the biannual GOED Exchange next month. As the 'go-to' event for the category moves to Barcelona for the 2020 edition, NutraIngredients caught up with GOED to find out more.
Fiber, gut health, plant-based and healthy diets lead LATAM consumer demands, Roquette says
Aurelie Mauray, Area Market Manager for Americas GBU Food at Roquette, tells NutraIngredients-LATAM about what consumers are looking for in Latin America and how the plant producer plans to answer them moving into 2020.
Sustainability, storytelling, sport and sugar-free lead trends in 2020
Julian Mellentin, food and beverage consultant at New Nutrition Business takes us through the emerging and developing trends impacting nutrition in the LATAM region today, and most importantly, what producers and marketeers need to consider moving into 2020.
ABC article paints grim picture of climate change effects on plants and how it's changed in past decade
The American Botanical Council has brought the climate crisis question full circle, with a new article that resists some of the findings from an article on the subject the organization first published a decade ago.
Across the Nutra-verse: Quality of echinacea & turmeric products questioned, more
It’s been a busy week for the nutra- industry around the world: Stay on top of the global nutra-news with our weekly round-up of key news from across the globe.
Krill fishery reports reveal eco-efforts a success
Krill harvester Aker BioMarine has received an A-rating for its fishery sustainability for the fifth year running, only days after an international report found more krill in its fisheries than in 2000.
Trade bloc agreements to enhance nutritional developments in 2020
As 2020 fast approaches, we take a look at the policies, regulations, programs and priorities in the LATAM region that are set to evolve the nutritional space at a regional level.
BAPP bulletin cites significant oregano adulteration
Oregano in the spice, supplement and fragrances trades is significantly adulterated with ‘filler’ materials, according to a new BAPP bulletin.
Aker BioMarine grows krill investment and export potential in Uruguay
Antarctic krill-harvesting company, Aker BioMarine, plans to double its exports by long-term investments in its hub in Montevideo, Uruguay. We spoke to Aker BioMarine’s Ingeborg Tennes on the significance of the Uruguayan market in relation to its krill...
Across the Nutra-verse: US hemp cultivation rising, efficient & sustainable calanus harvesting, sand more
It’s been a busy week for the nutra- industry around the world: Stay on top of the global nutra-news with our weekly round-up of key news from across the globe.
Colorado hemp industry looks to Latin American markets
A Colorado-based producer of bulk hemp-derived CBD products, backed by an ambitious state government plan, is looking south to new markets in Latin America.
Herbalife to open first product innovation centre in ‘China’s silicon valley’ next year
Herbalife Nutrition is expected to open its first product innovation centre in China by the third quarter of next year.
Despite rising popularity, ayahuasca supplies not imperiled as yet, expert finds
The meteoric rise in the popularity of ayahuasca, a potent brew from the Amazon, has not yet imperiled supplies of the botanical raw materials, according to a report from a noted herbal expert.
Van Drunen Farms takes majority stake in SouthAm freeze-dried fruit supplier
Illinois-based Van Drunen Farms has acquired a majority stake in Santiago, Chile-headquartered SouthAm Freeze Dry, allowing for further integration of South and Central America into the Van Drunen Farms/FutureCeuticals supply chain.
Researchers use DNA/TLC approach to find new species within herbal medicine genus
Using new DNA barcoding techniques Mexican researchers have identified additional species within the Galphimia genus, potentially opening an avenue for new product development.
Colorado hemp entrepreneurs can count on enthusiastic backing of governor
Colorado Gov. Jared Polis said the state intends to maintain its lead in the hemp industry by putting the full weight of state government behind its farmers and extractors. The state has taken a lead in shipping hemp plants and seeds to some Latin...
Patagonian berries are ‘a relevant source of bioactive compounds’, says review
Native Patagonian berries such as maqui, calafate, and Patagonian raspberries are a rich source of phytochemical with potential health-promoting properties, says a new review from Chile and Argentina.
Latin America to be special focus of restructuring plan for Nature's Sunshine
Nature’s Sunshine, a network marketing company that concentrates on the sale of dietary supplements, announced a plan to restructure its business in Latin America and elsewhere as it eked out a slender overall sales increase during its second quarter of...
News in brief
Young Living adds new farm in Ecuador for essential oil production
Utah-based essential oil brand Young Living has a new corporate-owned farm in Pastaza Province, Ecuador to help the company meet the demand for ocotea essential oil.
New Brazilian collagen producer says its reimagined production process provides differentiator
A new collagen player has entered the market with a process it says reimagines the production of this popular ingredient to arrive at a product with a cleaner sustainability story.
Canadian firm bets on Colombia for low cost hemp cultivation
Relevium Technologies, a Canadian development stage company focusing on online sales of dietary supplements and personal care products, is moving to acquire LifeLine Pharma, a Colombian cannabis company.
Argentina assessing comments after public consultation on dietary supplements regs
The deadline to submitting comments is now closed, so what updates are Argentina’s National Administration of Drugs, Foods and Medical Devices (ANMAT) considering for dietary supplements?