Articles by Shari Barbanel
AHPA President Michael McGuffin Dies at 73
On Feb. 17, 2025, longtime American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) President Michael McGuffin died at age 73. According to a memorial posted on the AHPA website, for 25 years, McGuffin served as the association’s president, leaving behind an indelible mark on the natural products industry through his steadfast advocacy for reasonable regulations and proactive self-governance. ...
Sabinsa Acquires Nature’s Formulary
Sabinsa (East Windsor, NJ) has acquired ayurvedic products brand Nature’s Formulary, and named that company’s founder and president, P K Davé, as CEO of Sabinsa’s Consumer Goods Division, focusing on wellness products to include the America’s Finest, Inc (AFI), Nature’s Formulary, and Sanutra Wellness brands. “We are thrilled to welcome Nature’s Formulary into the Sabinsa ...
Epax Boosts Innovation and Sustainability Drive With $10 Million Investment
Epax is investing in a major upgrade to its main production facility, supporting both its drive to develop next-generation marine oil products, and its commitment to sustainability. The $10 million investment in the facility in Aalesund, Norway includes the construction of a new synthesis plant. It will use tailor-made Epax fractionation technology to gently modify ...
Scott Seering, CMO of Lotus Brands, Dies at 70
Scott W. Seering, chief marketing officer (CMO) of Lotus Brands (Twin Lakes, WI) died on Jan. 23, at age 70. He died suddenly while driving his car. “It was indeed an honor having Scott as my friend these past 25 years. It is a true loss for all of us. My best to Barb and ...
TopGum Acquires Island Abbey Nutritionals
TopGum Industries, Ltd. (Israel) announced it has acquired Island Abbey Nutritionals, a leading CDMO specializing in supplement gummies and lozenges, located in Prince Edward Island, Canada. This strategic acquisition significantly expands TopGum’s manufacturing and technological capabilities, strengthening its position as a leading global provider of innovative gummy supplements, according to the company. The acquisition serves ...
Greenvit Introduces Novel PureGreen Eco-friendly Processing Technology
As part of its official launch to the North American dietary supplement and functional beverage/food marketplace, Greenvit (Poland) has introduced its novel environmentally conscious Pure Green extraction technology. According to Greenvit CEO Rafal Pietruszynski, Pure Green is a next-generation extraction process that provides both customers and their consumers with five key benefits: Reduced Energy Consumption: ...
NPA Announces Annual Fly-in Day
The Natural Products Association (NPA) has announced its annual Fly-in Day on Capitol Hill, which is scheduled for Thursday, May 8, 2025. Interested parties can reserve their spot and make hotel reservations online here. The event has become the premier day of advocacy for the natural products industry to meet with members of Congress and ...
Sirio Furthers Global Expansion With Thai Multipurpose Manufacturing Investment
SIRIO Pharma (China), the global nutraceutical contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO), has announced plans to commence work on a new production site in Chonburi, Thailand. On the back of record revenues during 2023 – Sirio announced in May, 2024 a 42.87 percent year-on-year revenue rise to $508 million [€469 million] – the CDMO is continuing ...
CRN Encourages Greater Inclusion of Supplements in Dietary Guidelines
According to CRN, the report revealed troubling trends, particularly how Americans’ diets consistently fall short of aligning with Dietary Guidelines recommendations, leading to increased risk of nutrient deficiencies. Some of these shortfalls—such as vitamin D, calcium, potassium and dietary fiber—pose significant public health concerns due to potential adverse health effects. Certain population groups, such as pregnant individuals, face additional risks due to inadequate ...
BASF to Sell Food and Health Performance Ingredients Business
BASF (Florham Park, NJ) has signed a binding agreement to sell its Food and Health Performance Ingredients business, including the production site in Illertissen, Germany, to Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC, Rotterdam, Netherlands), a leading global merchant and processor of agricultural goods including high-quality, plant-based ingredients. BASF’s Food and Health Performance Ingredients portfolio plays a vital ...
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