Posted by: admin | December 5, 2014

North East company seeks help with poultry project

North East company seeks help with poultry project
Lisa Webb, director of the Cecil County Department of Economic Development, offered her assistance for the manufacturing end. “We can help find the people and the funds for training,” Webb said. USDA and state officials listed their programs, which …
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Impact of labeling law on farmers debated
Under Measure 92, citizens can file lawsuits accusing retailers and manufacturers of violating the GMO labeling requirement. Farmers are not subject to lawsuits unless they also manufacture or retail food products. Critics of mandatory labeling are …
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Posted by: admin | December 3, 2014

Latest Natural Cosmetics News

Dow Corning Beauty Care blends fashion and formulation
Q: Is it a cosmetic look, about natural-based formulation, or a combination of both? A: It is a cosmetic look that's inspired by nature and imparts a natural look and feel. Q: Could this look ultimately mean consumers may buy less cosmetics? A …
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Rose ingredients in cosmetics keep skin smooth and regenerating
"Rose-water is used in many cosmetic products." Organic cosmetic manufacturers such as Annemarie Boerlind of Germany led the way in the exploitation of rose as an active ingredient. But top-name German "natural cosmetics" makers such as Weleda, …
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Coty bolsters colour offer with Rimmel London travel retail roll-out
… 50ml Avoplex High-Intensity Hand & Nail Cream, a 30ml Avoplex Exfoliating Cuticle Treatment, a 15ml Original Nail Envy Natural Nail Strengthener, 9ml DripDry Lacquer Drying Drops and 10 x 1 Wipe-Off! packets, all presented in a white cosmetics pouch.
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Ferguson Commission's First Session Disrupted By Outburst
Amazon, Target and also Wal-Mart have gotten into the action, launching subscription services for groceries and cosmetics. In the latest evolution of the trend, … "I think there's a natural cap on businesses like ours," he says. "It's not one you can …
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Posted by: admin | December 2, 2014

Latest NSF Cosmetics News

Premier Tech Aqua achieves a breakthrough in innovative and sustainable
This NSF International certification reaffirms our expertise and commitment towards bringing innovative, affordable and green technologies to the market and to customers. », added Mr. Roger Lacasse, Vice-President of Research & Development at Premier …
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Researcher examines nanoparticle-membrane interactions to determine safety
The National Science Foundation (NSF)-funded scientist specifically is studying how engineered nanoparticles bind to cell membranes, and the impact of the process on the membrane itself. "We don't know enough about how these physical interactions are …
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Twinlab Consolidated Holdings, Inc. and Twinlab Consolidation Corporation
NEW YORK, Sept. 4, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — Twinlab Consolidated Holdings, Inc. (OTC: TLCC) and Twinlab Consolidation Corporation ("TCC") announced today that they have entered into an agreement to merge in a stock-for-stock transaction with an …
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Posted by: admin | December 1, 2014

Hypoallergenic Nuts: A Solution to Nut Allergies?

Hypoallergenic Nuts: A Solution to Nut Allergies?
That means “disrupting [the] structure” of nut proteins, says Christopher Mattison, a molecular biologist at the USDA's Agricultural Research Service. …. But what if implants could work more seamlessly — and organically — within our bodies? Imagine …
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Our View: Feds need to re-examine school lunch rules
While it might have been easy to ignore angry students and parents, those survey results and the USDA's own records clearly show the federal program has gone too far. It's time for Congress to dial back parts of the act and find a more balanced …
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Organic spas and salons lure customers with all-natural beauty products
Even the organic label is confusing in cosmetics. The "organic" label isn't given out by the FDA. It's given by the USDA, so it's only applied to the agricultural ingredients in a product. Additionally, a product only has to contain 95 percent …
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Posted by: admin | November 29, 2014

BioPreferred Label Open to Wood Products

BioPreferred Label Open to Wood Products
This means wood products manufacturers can now apply for a BioPreferred label by demonstrating that they utilize any of a number of recognized “innovative approaches” during the life cycle of their product. … The wood products industry has produced …
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Urban Fort Myers farm earns international certification
The organization works with certification bodies around the world to recognize farmers and food producers using safe and sustainable production methods that take into account: food safety and traceability, regard for the environment and biodiversity …
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Posted by: admin | November 28, 2014

Oregon GMO-Labeling Campaign Gets Money, Major Endorsement

Oregon GMO-Labeling Campaign Gets Money, Major Endorsement
In both states, the campaign against labeling genetically engineered food is financed by major food manufacturers and the biotechnology industry, while it is also opposed by most major farm groups. The “No” campaigns in both states have enlisted Winner …
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Mason City woman, son face federal meth charges
Taylor's boyfriend, Teddy Lee Jr., 25, of Mason City, was charged by the grand jury in late July with participating in a conspiracy to manufacture more than 50 grams of meth, possession of a firearm by a felon and possession of a stolen firearm. His …
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Posted by: admin | November 27, 2014

Latest USDA Organic Cosmetics News

4 Food Label Buzzwords You Actually CAN Trust
Talking about USDA Organic is a tricky subject. Purists want organic to be the most sustainably produced food on the planet. But then again, many industries see organic as a ticket to higher profits. This has resulted in a weakening of organic …
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XYMOGEN Ranked Among The Nation's Fastest Growing Private Companies
ORLANDO, Fla., Sept. 2, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — Orlando-based health sciences company XYMOGEN announced today that it has been recognized for the seventh time on Inc. Magazine's Inc. 5000 list as one of the fastest growing and best run private …
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Award-Winning "myIDP" System Offers Printable Certificate to Help Early-Career
myIDP will play a significant role in helping mentors and research institutions respond to the new NSF/NIH recommendations." In 2013, the myIDP team won an award from the Association of American Medical Colleges for innovative partnership in support of …
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Twinlab Consolidated Holdings, Inc. Expanding Contract Manufacturing
NEW YORK, Oct. 20, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — Twinlab Consolidated Holdings, Inc. ("TLCC" or the "Company") announced today that it expects to add more than 20 new American jobs to support its expanding contract manufacturing business. "For nearly 50 …
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Posted by: admin | November 24, 2014

Consumers welcome EPA's dental mercury rule

Consumers welcome EPA's dental mercury rule
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Consumers for Dental Choice, the advocacy wing of the mercury-free dentistry movement, commends the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's proposed rule to require dental clinics to install …
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Twinlab Consolidation Corporation Completes Merger Into Twinlab
NEW YORK, Sept. 17, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — As announced on August 11, 2014, Twinlab Consolidation Corporation (TCC) completed its first transaction with the acquisition of Twinlab Corporation. Today, TCC announces the successful completion of its …
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AK Steel Introduces New Stainless Steel Product
AK Steel's CHROMESHIELD 22 also has been approved by NSF International, a leading health and public safety organization, as safe for food contact. This is a critical benefit for the food service equipment market. AK Steel's CHROMESHIELD 22 is produced …
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Distinguished Scientist John Cardellina Joins ABC-AHP-NCNPR Botanical
AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — The ABC-AHP-NCNPR Botanical Adulterants Program (BAP) is pleased to announce the addition of John H. Cardellina II, PhD, as Chief Technical Consultant and Associate Editor of the BAP.
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Posted by: admin | November 23, 2014

Companies testing pistachio, almond, barley fish feeds

Companies testing pistachio, almond, barley fish feeds
Rick Barrows, a USDA Agricultural Research Service research physiologist stationed at the USFWS Bozeman facility, tested the nut-based products in tilapia, trout, salmon and yellow tail. He found fish fed feed in which nut protein replaced fish meal …
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FDA Warning Letters: Food Manufacturers, Seafood Processors, Farms
Ashland Farm LLC of Aurora, NY, allegedly violated Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act when it sold for slaughter a bob veal calf which was later found to have gamithromycin in its kidney tissues. FDA has not established a tolerance for residues of …
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Natural Grocers Opens in Golden, Colorado
We sell only USDA Certified Organic produce. No more guessing whether the produce you are buying is possibly treated with pesticides and preservatives — or even if it has been mixed with something that has been treated. At Natural Grocers, our fresh …
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