Non-GMO News

New Mexico Food Co-op is one of few stores that can claim to be 100% non-GMO

There aren’t many stores in the U.S. that can claim to sell all non-GMO items in their stores, but the Taos Food Co-op in Taos, New Mexico is one of those stores. Every product is vetted before purchased to ensure it is non-GMO. The co-op also only carries produce and bulk products that are 100% […]

Demand for non-GMO soybeans is “staggering”

U.S. soybean exports may have a record-breaking year for 2021—not just for the China market, but representing a vigorous, diverse base responding to the demand. “It won’t be a record to any one particular country…something we take pride in is our diverse footprint of U.S. soy going out,” said U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC) CEO […]

European non-GMO association gaining members

The new European Non-GMO Industry Association (ENGA) has already gained seven new members since its founding earlier this year. These seven companies and associations include: Verein Donau Soja, ProTerra Foundation, Impetus GmbH & Co. Bioscience KG, Raiffeisen Kraftfutterwerk Kehl GmbH, SaluVet GmbH, Bäuerliche Erzeugergemeinschaft Schwäbisch Hall, and Upländer Bauernmolkerei GmbH. The new members include industry […]

Benson Hill purchases non-GMO soybean processing facility

Benson Hill, Inc., a food tech company aiming to unlock the natural genetic diversity of plants, recently announced the expansion of its ingredients infrastructure by entering into a definitive agreement to purchase a soybean crushing facility from Seymour, Indiana-based Rose Acre Farms. In a press release, Benson Hill says the acquisition will further solidify the company’s position in […]

Layn expands non-GMO natural extract portfolio

In response to demand for cleaner, transparent products, Layn Natural Ingredients recently announced it has expanded its line of Non-GMO Project Verified botanical extracts for use in food and beverage applications, including pet food and treats. Previous offerings from Layn, in its Non-GMO Project Verified line, include plant-based sweeteners such as stevia, monk fruit, sweet […]