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Intelligent Blends Expands Capacity with Advanced Ribbon Blender
Intelligent Blends, a sustainable “Better For You” manufacturer and co-packer of single-serve and bagged beverages, announced the addition of a 105cu-ft Ribbon Blender to its state-of-the-art production facility. The investment marks a significant milestone in the company’s continued commitment to innovation, precision and large-scale production capability in the functional arena. The newly implemented blending system…
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Registration is open for Ohio River Valley Woodlands and Wildlife Workshop
Learn woodland and wildlife management best practices from Purdue, Kentucky and Ohio State extension specialists Purdue Extension wildlife specialist Jarred Brooke gives a presentation on forest management for deer. WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Do you want to learn how to get the most out of your property? Make plans to attend the 2024 Ohio River Valley…
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Treat the Cause
Treat the underlying cause of chronic lifestyle diseases. It’s been said that more than 2,000 years ago, Hippocrates declared, “Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.” In actuality, it appears that he never actually said those words, but there’s “no doubt about the relevance of food…and its role in health and disease…
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Federal Judges Order Government to Continue Funding SNAP
Earlier this week, 25 states and the District of Columbia sued the administration after the U.S. Department of Agriculture notified state SNAP agencies that November benefits would not be released. In the suit, the states argue the USDA has approximately $5 billion in contingency funds that Congress appropriated to continue SNAP funding during shutdowns or…
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Amano Enzyme: Enzyme Innovation | Prepared Foods
Amano Enzyme USA Co. Ltd., is showcasing its selection of specialty microbial enzymes at SupplySide Global in Las Vegas, Oct. 29–30, 2025. Visitors to Amano Enzyme’s booth #2783 will have the opportunity to learn more about how the company’s comprehensive portfolio of enzymes delivers optimal texture, taste and overall performance across a variety of food…
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Oterra: Natural Purple | Prepared Foods
Oterra, a leading producer of natural colors and color solutions, has launched FruitMax Purple 105, a clean-label purple shade with superior stability for beverage and confectionery manufacturers. FruitMax Purple 105[1] is a blended combination of black carrot and hibiscus concentrates, bringing the best of both raw materials. “It is flavor neutral and has enviable stability…
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Farmers strive for sustainability, inclusiveness at California Earthworkers Summit
Sheyna Burns, who organized the California Earthworkers Summit, welcomed participants. Sheyna Burns advances a vision of cooperative economics for sustainable and inclusive farming The inaugural California Earthworkers Summit brought together farmers and other food producers in Santa Cruz to discuss approaches to climate, environment, agriculture and food system resilience on Sept. 11–12. At the UC Santa…
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Ideal vs. Normal Cholesterol Levels
Having a “normal” cholesterol level in a society where it’s normal to die from a heart attack isn’t necessarily a good thing. “Consistent evidence” from a variety of sources “unequivocally establishes” that so-called bad LDL cholesterol causes atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease—strokes and heart attacks, our leading cause of death. This evidence base includes hundreds of studies…
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The Cycle Launches Functional Beverage for Hormonal Health
The Cycle, founded by tech entrepreneur Anastasia Sartan, is bringing women’s health out of the supplement aisle and onto every shelf: with the world’s first ready-to-drink beverage formulated specifically for PMS, period and perimenopause relief. For too long, women have been expected to smile through pain and act as if cramps, fatigue and mood…
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Saving Seeds on the Farm: Building Resilience
by Sarah Jay, Modern Farmer October 27, 2025 Experienced farmers understand that saving seeds from their crops is a proven cost-cutting strategy. By preserving seeds from their most productive or distinctive plants, they ensure a head start for the following growing season. For indigenous and heirloom varieties, this practice becomes essential rather than optional. Many…