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Following an extended comment period, USDA made a number of revisions to rules regarding the testing, disposal, and regulation of hemp. 

USDA publishes final rule for the Domestic Hemp Production Program

The New York State Department of Health recently proposed new cannabinoid hemp regulation which establishes requirements for licensure for extraction and manufacturing, as well as the sale of hemp-derived cannabidiol (CBD) products. 

NY State Department of Health proposes new hemp-derived CBD regulation, CRN responds

Medicinal mushrooms saw skyrocketing growth in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic. Is this the first step in their mainstream journey?

Are medicinal mushrooms on the cusp of mainstream fame?

Dietary supplement industry associations and leaders share 2021 regulatory predictions.

2021 Regulatory outlook for dietary supplements, functional foods, and natural products

TriNutra launched B’utyQuin black seed oil for cosmetic formulations, offering anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits through TriNutra’s breed of Nigella sativa, standardized to 3% thymoquinone.

TriNutra launches black seed oil, B’utyQuin, for cosmetic formulations 

Experts predict 2021’s hottest food and beverage flavors.

2021 Flavor trends for food and beverage

A recently-published study found that a branded eye health formula from Sabinsa Corp. called Macumax supported symptoms of age-related macular degeneration.

Eye health formula from Sabinsa support symptoms of macular degeneration, says recent study

Muhammed Majeed, PhD, founder and chairman, Sami-Sabinsa Group published "Boswellin®- Anti-Inflammatory Adaptogen from Nature," the fourth book in a series on derivatives of Boswellia serrata,

Dr. Muhammed Majeed publishes fourth book on Boswellia serrata

FTC is taking action against six companies for allegedly making a wide range of scientifically unsubstantiated claims regarding CBD’s ability to treat serious health conditions such as cancer, heart disease, hypertension, and Alzheimer’s. 

FTC cracks down on unsubstantiated CBD claims

KGK Science has been contracted by Psyched Wellness, a Canadian health supplement company, to provide a regulatory package of services to support the launch of its Amanita muscaria mushroom extract in the U.S. and Canada.

KGK Science provides path-to-market strategy for Psyched Wellness novel mushroom extract

The Council for Responsible Nutrition recently submitting comments regarding the Proposed Kentucky Administrative Regulation 902 KAR 45:190, hemp-derived cannabidiol products and labeling requirements. 

CRN calls for consistent, harmonized CBD regulation between states based on federal frameworks

Companion Sciences has announced the completion of a new trial testing tolerability and palatability of CBD and glucosamine chew in dogs with osteoarthritis.

Recently completed trial tests tolerability of CBD and glucosamine formulation in dogs

A recently published study found that a Persicaria minor extract from HP Ingredients, called IQ200, supports cognitive health in subjects with mild cognitive impairment. 

IQ200 from HP Ingredients supports visual memory and mood, says recent study

A recent study found that a patented hair serum from Sabinsa Corp. significantly improved hair health in healthy male and female subjects. 

Hair serum from Sabinsa supports hair density and growth, says recent study

The company’s landmark cranberry health claim win will benefit consumers and the industry at large.

Nutritional Outlook’s 2020 Best of the Industry Awards, Industry Leader: Ocean Spray

The boutique, family-owned laboratory has taken on industry Goliaths, powered by “tenacity, foresight, and a little crazy.”

Nutritional Outlook’s 2020 Best of the Industry Awards, Service Provider: Alkemist Labs

CV Sciences is paving the way to hemp-derived-CBD’s mainstream success.

Nutritional Outlook’s 2020 Best of the Industry Awards, Retail Brand & Product: CV Sciences

DolCas Biotech Ltd. has added a highly concentrated all-natural ginger root extract called Ginfort to its portfolio of botanical ingredients. 

DolCas Biotech introduces high concentration ginger extract

Dosecann launched a precision-dosed cannabinoid product featuring Ahiflower and Lonza's Licaps Capsugel capsules for the Canadian medical cannabis space. 

Dosecann launches precision-dosed cannabinoid capsules with Ahiflower oil

Herbalife Nutrition introduced MemoryArmor cognitive health product, and Enrichual line of hemp-derived cannabinoids skincare products.