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Burcon Partners with HPS Food and Ingredients to Launch World's First Soluble Hempseed Protein Isolate

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Wednesday, July 5, 2023

Creating a New Category for Hempseed-Based Protein Ingredients to Tap into New Markets

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  • "We are thrilled to partner with HPS to commercialize our hempseed protein isolate," said Kip Underwood, Burcon's chief executive officer.
  • Through this partnership, Burcon and HPS aim to leverage their combined expertise to accelerate market adoption of Burcon's hempseed protein isolate (the "Product").
  • "We are excited to partner with Burcon to launch the world's first soluble hempseed protein isolate," said Marc van Burck, HPS's chief executive officer.
  • Burcon's unique technology and know-how in hempseed protein extraction produces a high purity, soluble protein isolate that doesn't exist on the market today.

CarobWay Introduces Its Low Glycemic Sweetener at IFT-FIRST

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Wednesday, June 28, 2023

REHOVOT, Israel, June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- FoodTech start-up CarobWay™, Ltd. will introduce its clean-label, low glycemic index (GI) sweetener at IFT FIRST 2023 in Chicago. The company will demonstrate the new sweetener in a gummi and an energy bar prototypes to illustrate the new sweetener's capabilities.

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  • Start-up to demonstrate natural sugar replacer's sweet, clean flavor in energy bars
    REHOVOT, Israel, June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- FoodTech start-up CarobWay™, Ltd. will introduce its clean-label, low glycemic index (GI) sweetener at IFT FIRST 2023 in Chicago.
  • The company will demonstrate the new sweetener in a gummi and an energy bar prototypes to illustrate the new sweetener's capabilities.
  • Many carob sweeteners can have a faint bitter note, but CarobWay's sweetener is clean and flavorful.
  • We welcome visitors to IFT to taste our sweetener in a variety of applications and discover the full benefits of CarobWay sweetener.

REAL MUSHROOMS Wins Best Medicinal Mushroom Product for Its Turkey Tail Mushroom Powder and Capsules

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023

NEW YORK, June 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- REAL MUSHROOMS, an industry-leading supplier of premium mushroom supplements, was recognized today by Optimal Performance Living for offering the Best Medicinal Mushroom Product in the marketplace for mushroom supplements. Unlike most brands that contain grains, additives, and fillers, award-winning REAL MUSHROOMS supplements are made with only 100% real mushrooms, delivering pure mushroom extracts -- making its turkey tail powder a more authentic and potent alternative to better-known competitor brands. [See full press release]

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  • Optimal Performance Living has honored REAL MUSHROOMS' Turkey Tail Mushroom Extract Powder and Capsules with its Best Medicinal Mushroom Product award.
  • In an increasingly competitive marketplace for medicinal mushrooms, this award-winning company offers its customers an exceptional product for those seeking to strengthen their immune systems by harnessing the renowned power of turkey tail mushrooms.
  • NEW YORK, June 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- REAL MUSHROOMS , an industry-leading supplier of premium mushroom supplements, was recognized today by Optimal Performance Living for offering the Best Medicinal Mushroom Product in the marketplace for mushroom supplements.
  • Unlike most brands that contain grains, additives, and fillers, award-winning REAL MUSHROOMS supplements are made with only 100% real mushrooms, delivering pure mushroom extracts -- making its turkey tail powder a more authentic and potent alternative to better-known competitor brands.

Bigelow Tea Introduces NEW! Bigelow Benefits THROAT DEFENSE Ginger Honey Lemon Herbal Tea

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Thursday, June 22, 2023

Fairfield, Connecticut, June 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bigelow Tea , the national market leader in the United States, has just launched new Bigelow Benefits THROAT DEFENSE Ginger Honey Lemon Herbal Tea joining the expanding line of Bigelow Benefits wellness teas .

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  • Fairfield, Connecticut, June 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bigelow Tea , the national market leader in the United States, has just launched new Bigelow Benefits THROAT DEFENSE Ginger Honey Lemon Herbal Tea joining the expanding line of Bigelow Benefits wellness teas .
  • A caffeine-free, non-GMO project verified, throat-calming tea featuring immune-support ingredients, including spicy ginger and bright lemon with the soothing sweet flavor of honey.
  • “With new Bigelow Benefits THROAT DEFENSE Ginger Honey Lemon, we created, as a wellness solution for every day, a soothing cup of herbal tea that features the sweet flavor of honey, superfood ginger plus essential ingredient lemon, and other familiar everyday herbs and ingredients, a perfect addition to our masterfully blended range of Bigelow Benefits wellness teas.
  • The Bigelow Benefits newest flavor THROAT DEFENSE Ginger Honey Lemon Herbal Tea is now available for purchase in stores and online on the Bigelow Tea company website ( www.bigelowtea.com ) and other select online retailers.

Liquid I.V. Unveils Innovative Hydration Multiplier Sugar-Free Product

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023

LOS ANGELES, June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Liquid I.V., the number one powdered hydration company in the U.S., today announced an exclusive expansion of their product portfolio with the new Hydration Multiplier Sugar-Free launch. The cutting-edge formula will be available on shelves nationwide in the fan-favorite flavor Lemon Lime, as well as two new flavors, Green Grape and White Peach. Liquid I.V.'s Hydration Multiplier in Sugar-Free is the brand's largest innovation launch to date, taking two years to develop and take to market.

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  • 's Sugar-Free hydration drink mix offers consumers enhanced product benefits in the wellness category
    LOS ANGELES, June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Liquid I.V.
  • , the number one powdered hydration company in the U.S., today announced an exclusive expansion of their product portfolio with the new Hydration Multiplier Sugar-Free launch.
  • "The scientifically and clinically tested zero sugar hydration solution introduces research backed hydration and brings a never-before made product to the market," said Sai Chaluvadi, Liquid I.V.
  • To celebrate the launch, the brand will be offering sampling of the new Hydration Multiplier Sugar-Free product at their "In the Mix" Hydrated by Liquid I.V.

Austin-Based Frozen Treat Brand GoodPop Named Exclusive and Official Summer Treat and Frozen Treat of Major League Soccer Club Austin FC

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023

AUSTIN, Texas, June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Austin-based GoodPop® and Austin FC have partnered to bring GoodPop's delicious cleaned-up classic frozen treats to Austin FC fans at Q2 Stadium.

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  • Fans can pick-up a free Verde Chip pop starting at 5:30 p.m. before Austin FC takes on FC Dallas at 8:30 p.m.
    "We are honored that GoodPop is now the exclusive and Official Summer Treat and Frozen Treat of Austin FC," said Daniel Goetz, CEO and founder, GoodPop.
  • GoodPop's mission to create delicious, better-for-you treats aligns perfectly with the positive energy and inclusivity of Austin FC.
  • We couldn't be prouder to stand side-by-side with Austin FC and its passionate fanbase as we continue to make positive impacts in our community."
  • GoodPop and Austin FC have committed to joining forces to create a community activation later this year, with more activities to be announced at a later date.

BlueSnap Partners with Global Health and Wellness Leader Arbonne International to Provide Global Payments

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023

BOSTON, June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BlueSnap, a global payment orchestration platform of choice for leading B2B and B2C businesses, has announced their partnership with Arbonne International, LLC (Arbonne) a global force in sustainable healthy living that sells products formulated to be vegan, non-GMO, gluten and cruelty-free including skincare and nutrition products using high quality plant based ingredients to customers around the world. This partnership will assist Arbonne by providing global payment capabilities for their strong network of international consultants.

Key Points: 
  • BlueSnap's global payment orchestration platform allows Arbonne International to offer localized payment experiences for customers with a single integration.
  • This partnership will assist Arbonne by providing global payment capabilities for their strong network of international consultants.
  • "With global transactions, the payment experience can make or break the sale," said Ralph Dangelmaier, CEO of BlueSnap.
  • We are excited to partner with Arbonne and contribute to their global growth while helping to manage authorizations rates and the overall customer experience."

BlueSnap Partners with Global Health and Wellness Leader Arbonne International to Provide Global Payments

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023

DUBLIN, June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BlueSnap, a global payment orchestration platform of choice for leading B2B and B2C businesses, has announced their partnership with Arbonne International, LLC (Arbonne) a global force in sustainable healthy living that sells products formulated to be vegan, non-GMO, gluten and cruelty-free, including skincare and nutrition products using high quality plant based ingredients to customers around the world. This partnership will assist Arbonne by providing global payment capabilities for their strong network of international consultants.

Key Points: 
  • BlueSnap's global payment orchestration platform allows Arbonne International to offer localised payment experiences for customers with a single integration.
  • This partnership will assist Arbonne by providing global payment capabilities for their strong network of international consultants.
  • To support the brand's continued growth, Arbonne has partnered with BlueSnap to consolidate their payment providers into a single integration allowing for more efficient processing of digital payments around the world.
  • We are excited to partner with Arbonne and contribute to their global growth while helping to manage authorizations rates and the overall customer experience."

Natural Grocers® Promotes "It's Just Chicken" Within "Meet Your Farmer" Film Series

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Wednesday, June 14, 2023

LAKEWOOD, Colo., June 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Natural Grocers®, the nation's largest family-operated natural and organic retailer is proud to promote the second short film within its "Meet Your Farmer" film series: " It's Just Chicken " in stores and online.

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  • LAKEWOOD, Colo., June 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Natural Grocers®, the nation's largest family-operated natural and organic retailer is proud to promote the second short film within its "Meet Your Farmer" film series: " It's Just Chicken " in stores and online.
  • The company will be promoting the film online and in stores with printed and digital educational collateral through June.
  • Raquel Isely, Vice President of Marketing for Natural Grocers states, "Mary's has been family-owned and operated since 1954.
  • Natural Grocers' " Meet Your Farmer " film series gives a voice to farmers and ranchers who are changing the way food is produced today, to ensure a livable, healthy tomorrow.

RIBUS Opens New Production Facility in Nevada

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Wednesday, June 14, 2023

opened its doors to its first solely owned and operated production facility in Sparks, Nevada, this month.

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  • opened its doors to its first solely owned and operated production facility in Sparks, Nevada, this month.
  • RIBUS’ new facility has added additional jobs to the Reno, Nevada area in plant operations, quality, maintenance, supply chain, customer service and finance departments.
  • “Some of these changes may include different package sizes, different particle sizes, and new, innovative ingredients.”
    Peirce says the new production facility comes from market demand for RIBUS’ clean label ingredients including Nu-FLOW and other excipients.
  • “With this new production facility, we are perfectly positioned for 300%+ incremental production capacity."