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Dr. Douglas MacKay Departs CRN to Join CV Sciences
CV Sciences, Inc. (Las Vegas, NV) has announced the appointment of Douglas “Duffy” MacKay, ND, as senior vice president of scientific and regulatory affairs, effective March 18, 2019. MacKay will oversee the company’s scientific and regulatory affairs department, ensuring CV Sciences continues to pioneer the development of hemp-based cannabidiol (CBD) products driven by rigorous science, ...
FDA Commissioner Gottlieb Resigning
U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) chief Scott Gottlieb on March 5 announced his planned resignation, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) said, and plans to step down in one month. Gottlieb won bipartisan support for his efforts to curb the use of flavored e-cigarettes by youths, speed approval times for cheap generic ...
Amazon Plans New Grocery Store Business
Washington-based Amazon.com, Inc. plans to open dozens of grocery stores across the United States as it looks to expand in the food business, the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported. Amazon is also exploring a strategy of strengthening its new supermarket brand by purchasing regional grocery chains that operate at least a dozen stores, according to ...
DivaCup Introduces New Integrated Marketing Campaign
Canada-based Diva International Inc. (Diva) launched a new North American campaign, dubbed Inner Revolution. To create more positive conversations around periods and to raise awareness about alternative menstrual products, Diva teamed up with TAXI Vancouver for a brand overhaul that would cut through period standards and clichés and encourage people to “join the Inner Revolution.” The ...
FDA to Convene Meeting on CBD
On Feb. 27, FDA (U.S. Food and Drug Administration) Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, MD announced the agency’s intention to convene a public meeting in April 2019 on the development of a regulatory pathway for the use of cannabidiol (CBD) in dietary supplement and food products. The announcement came during the Commissioner’s testimony at a hearing of ...
Herbal Private Label Line Launched for Retailers
Florida-based HP Ingredients (HPI) announced the launch of a new private label program that allows retailers to sell their own line of herbal supplements using their own logos, driving and building brand recognition. Retailers can now market and sell ParActin, Bergamonte, LJ100 and MaquiCare in their house brands. “Have you ever felt annoyance that you ...
Nuherbs Announces Donation to Support FairWild’s Programs in China
Nuherbs (California), suppliers of sustainably sourced Chinese herbs, is marking its 40th year as an importer of Chinese herbal formulas and premium Chinese herbs. With an eye to the future, the company is funding work in herbal harvest sustainability programs in China to ensure future supplies and a healthier ecosystem. “Nuherbs has a passion to ...
SPINS and Green Spoon Sales Announce New Partnership
SPINS, a source of wellness-focused data technology, announced a new partnership with Green Spoon Sales (Colorado), a natural food and beverage brokerage specializing in disruptive emerging consumer packaged goods brands. This partnership builds further connectivity for retailers and manufacturers aligned with both Green Spoon and SPINS to support their growth. “Our companies share a commitment ...
Whole Foods is Raising Prices
Prices are fluctuating at Whole Foods. The organic grocery store has raised prices on some items while discontinuing others, The Wall Street Journal reported, citing a leaked email. A Whole Foods spokesperson said in a statement to Business Insider that the higher prices were because of rising material, packaging and transportation costs. The increase is ...
Jim Emme Named ABC Champion for 2018
The American Botanical Council (ABC) announced Jim Emme as the recipient of its ABC Champion Award for 2018. Emme, CEO of Illinois-based NOW Health Group, has been generous over the years in his support of ABC and other nonprofit organizations in the natural products community. The ABC Champion Award was created to recognize individuals who ...
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