{"id":184198,"date":"2026-02-19T06:37:37","date_gmt":"2026-02-19T06:37:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/184198\/"},"modified":"2026-02-19T06:37:37","modified_gmt":"2026-02-19T06:37:37","slug":"whats-happening-on-the-show-floor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/184198\/","title":{"rendered":"What\u2019s happening on the show floor"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">From the latest products and science to ingredient and delivery format innovatin, here is our sneak\u2014but not exhaustive\u2014peek at some of the industry stakeholders exhibiting at this year\u2019s show. <\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">ADM, Booth 4143<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">ADM will showcase its ingredients derived from natural sources paired with science-backed health and wellness solutions, bringing to life concepts rooted in technical expertise and market insights that highlight how brands can effectively fulfill the needs of today\u2019s consumers. <\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">ADM\u2019s innovative solutions will address several key areas: surging demand for reformulation, support for GLP-1 users and functional formats driven by postbiotics.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Aker BioMarine, Booth 3400<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Aker will highlight its marine-based ingredient portfolio with a focus on applications spanning weight management, performance nutrition and cognitive health. Featured ingredients include Superba Krill Oil, Revervia, Lysoveta and PL+, all positioned for body and mind support.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">The company will host on-site demonstrations, including a reaction-time challenge and scheduled discussions on GLP-1 and muscle health, as well as brain health, during select hours of the show.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">ARM &amp; HAMMER Performance Products, Booth 3187<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">ARM &amp; HAMMER will feature its Evolved Probiotics strains and KODA potassium bicarbonate. The probiotic portfolio includes strains positioned for gut, immune and women\u2019s health applications, with formats suited to powders, cultured products and capsules.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">The company will also spotlight KODA potassium bicarbonate, designed to support sodium reduction in baked goods while increasing potassium content.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">BioVivo Science, Booth 3743B<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">BioVivo Science is launching its U.S.-made natural caffeine sourced exclusively from green tea (Camellia sinensis)\u2014a clean-label solution aligned with rising demand for natural, plant-based energy. BioVivo Science\u2019s natural caffeine delivers a more balanced energy profile, supported by naturally occurring antioxidants and polyphenols, unlike synthetic caffeine, which is produced through chemical reactions or fermentation. <\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">The team will also showcase its U.S.-made portfolio, including broccoli seed extract for detox and liver support, American ginseng for stress and mood balance, saw palmetto for prostate health and men\u2019s wellness, stevia and sweetener blends, and share news about its upcoming customized solutions. Attendees can stop by to sample functional beverages and gummies demonstrating real-world applications.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Cargill, Booth 559 <\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Cargill will present a range of food-ingredient solutions, showcasing formulation support in areas such as sugar and sodium reduction, protein enhancement and value optimization across food and beverage applications. <\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">The company will also offer insights from its technical services and food science teams and highlight fermentation-based approaches to scalable, sustainable ingredient production.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">COMET, Booth N1746<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">COMET will spotlight Arrabina prebiotic fiber as brands expand fiber applications beyond traditional supplement formats. The company reports increased use of its prebiotic ingredient in functional foods and beverages, including a prebiotic bone broth from Taking Stock and carbonated beverages such as BeePop by HIVE.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">The company will also participate in cross-booth collaborations, with Mara Renewables featuring Arrabina alongside DHA in a nutrition bar and PURIS incorporating the fiber into a protein prebiotic soda made with ClearP protein. The company points to continued innovation in gut health and growing interest in protein-plus-fiber formulations.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Elevate Organic, Booth 3923<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Elevate Organic will showcase its supplement lineup, including its Women\u2019s Grassfed Whey Protein Powder. The brand was founded by former Ancient Nutrition and Garden of Life executives and focuses on organic and condition-specific formulations.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Products on display will include KSM-66 Ashwagandha Gummies, SRI-Shatavari Gummies positioned as a first-to-market format, Men\u2019s and Women\u2019s Grassfed Whey Protein Powder and a Women\u2019s Plant-Based Protein Powder.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">FrieslandCampina Ingredients, Booth 4450<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">FrieslandCampina will spotlight a clear industry shift: healthy snacking must now satisfy appetite for sensory appeal and meaningful protein nutrition. The company\u2019s concept lineup spans protein-forward bars, bites, functional sodas and a high-protein latte, demonstrating how appropriate, high-quality protein levels can be incorporated into indulgent, convenient formats consumers genuinely enjoy. <\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Reflecting demand for satiety and muscle support \u2013 as well as evolving dietary patterns, including GLP-1 use and growing interest in gut\u2013muscle synergy \u2013 the concepts underline how better-for-you products can remain craveable, credible and commercially relevant.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Gnosis by Lesaffre, Booth 4333, Hall D<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Gnosis by Lesaffre will present t its Active Wellness and Women\u2019s Wellness platforms. In active nutrition, the company will feature MyCondro, a non-animal fermented chondroitin with human data on absorption and mobility, and LANDKIND Pure Salidroside, positioned for energy, recovery and emerging nutricosmetic applications.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">On the women\u2019s health side, Gnosis will present Quatrefolic Active Folate including the new Quatrefolic PRO, MenaQ7 K2 as MK-7 for bone and cardiovascular support, and a portfolio of yeast-based solutions spanning probiotic, GI, mood and beauty-from-within applications.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Infusd Nutrition, Booth 3080<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Infused will showcase its proprietary ingredient transformation technology, designed to improve the solubility and stability of fat-soluble and insoluble actives in aqueous systems. The platform is positioned to support alternative dosage forms including beverages, gummies and ready-to-mix powders, reducing reliance on traditional emulsifiers and surfactants.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">The company will co-exhibit with Symrise AG and plans to demonstrate a ready-to-drink natural energy beverage formulated with botanicals and vitamins. According to Infusd, its system enables the incorporation of ingredients such as omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, and botanical extracts into formats that have historically presented formulation challenges.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Kerry, Booth 2415, Hall C<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Kerry will highlight its nutrition and taste platforms, including BC30 probiotic and Plenibiotic postbiotic ingredients. According to the company, BC30 is supported by more than 70 published studies and is positioned for digestive health and protein absorption, with recent research exploring applications for consumers using GLP-1 medications.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Plenibiotic, a rice-derived postbiotic, is formulated for digestive regularity and skin hydration and is designed for shelf-stable applications.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">The company will also present its 2026 Taste Charts and KerryNow sampling platform, along with on-site product demonstrations that pair functional ingredients with trending flavors. <\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Layn Natural Ingredients, Booth 3743A<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Layn is introducing NAD following the recent launch of its NMN solution\u2014positionged as a dual approach that supports healthy aging through direct NAD replenishment while delivering immediate cellular energy to address the needs of today\u2019s active, health-focused consumers. <\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">In addition, Layn will showcase its tea extracts and instant tea profiles, its health and wellness portfolio\u2014 including quercetin, rhodioa and reservatrol, its branded functional ingredients such as Galacan, Sophorox and SteviUp M2, and its natural sweeteners and preservation solutions. Attendees are invited to join Layn for a booth happy hour on March 5 from 2 to 5 p.m. featuring mocktails infused with Layn\u2019s functional ingredients.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Lonza Capsugel, Booth 4257<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Lonza will showcase its capsule manufacturing capabilities and health ingredients portfolio, highlighting North American production from facilities in Greenwood, South Carolina and Puebla, Mexico. The company will feature its USDA organic-certifified Organicaps pullulan capsules and outline sustainability support services including product carbon footprint reporting.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Lonza will also present UC-II undenatured type II collagen for joint health and mobility, formulated at 40 mg per day and designed for use across capsules, gummies and functional food and beverage applications. The company\u2019s Innovation Services platform will be highlighted as part of its concept-to-market offering for nutraceutical brands.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">NOW, Booth 3505 (main), 1923 and 2904<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">NOW will feature its supplements, sports nutrition, personal care, natural foods and pet product lines across multiple booths. In booth #3505, the company plans to sample B-12 10,000 mcg sShots, Omega-3 Fish Oil Gummy Chews, NOW Sports Effer-Hydrate electrolyte tablets and NOW Real Food Salted Caramel Almonds, alongside select personal care items.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">NOW Real Food will highlight organic zero-calorie sweeteners in booth #1923, while NOW Pets will present its line of dog and cat supplements in booth #2904, including Omega-3 Mini Gels and joint support formulas. The company will also host an educational seminar on quality and compliance during the show.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Nuritas, Booth 4392<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Nuritas will highlight the application versatility of its branded bioactive peptide ingredient, PeptiStrong, at Natural Products Expo West 2026. The AI-discovered peptide increases muscle protein synthesis, reduces muscle breakdown and exercise-induced inflammation, and lowers myostatin while increasing energy. <\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Show attendees can visit to sample the ingredient in a drinkable yogurt format, demonstrating how PeptiStrong can enhance a familiar, inherently healthy food product. <\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">NXT USA, Booth 4657, Hall D<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">NXT will present its portfolio of clinically validated nutraceutical ingredients targeting applications in women\u2019s health, digestive health, joint support, healthy aging and metabolic wellness. Featured ingredients include Xeya Modern Shatavari for hormonal balance, BluNAD Booster for NAD+ support, Digexin for digestive health in GLP-1 users and TamaFlex for joint comfort.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">The company will outline its clinical validation framework and formulation opportunities for finished product brands.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">OSULLOC, Booth 2241 <\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">OSULLOC will highlight the functional side of its matcha portfolio, including the debut of Matcha Plus, a formulation combining matcha with probiotics, collagen and L-theanine. The company will also present its Volcanic Isle Matcha collection sourced from Jeju Island.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">The brand\u2019s vertically integrated operations span cultivation, R&amp;D and production, supporting its expansion into functional beverage and nutraceutical-adjacent applications in the United States market.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Puredia, Booth 4378<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Puredia will feature its vertically integrated ingredient platform with a focus on women\u2019s health, beauty, longevity and energy. The company operates an organic farm and NSF GMP facility in Tibet and is positioning its portfolio around organic sourcing and clinically studied actives.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Featured ingredients include CyanthOx, a sea buckthorn polyphenol extract formulated for longevity and energy applications, and Omegia, a vegan omega-7 ingredient supported by clinical research in menopause-related and beauty-from-within outcomes.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Revive Collagen, Booth 2862<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Revive Collagen will showcase its liquid marine collagen sachets, delivering up to 10 grams of collagen per serving in a ready-to-drink format. The company states the product offers a 90% absorption rate and is positioned as an alternative to multiple tablet servings.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">The formulation combines marine collagen with hydrolyzed keratin, retinol, vitamins B6, C, D and K, zinc, folic acid, lutein and reishi mushroom. The brand will also preview a forthcoming liquid collagen and functional mushroom supplement line.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Rousselot, Booth 4380<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Rousselot will spotlight its branded ingredient, Nextida GC, which was recently granted a U.S. patent. The specific collagen peptide is clinically validated to increase GLP-1 and GIP secretion and lower post-meal glucose spikes in healthy adults. <\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">The ingredient will be available for sampling in green apple protein water and other innovative applications. <\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Saanroo, Booth 4263<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Saanroo, a spinout from Gencor\u2019s nutraceutical division, will spotlight Trpti, its science-backed oleoylethanolamide (OEA) ingredient designed to support natural GLP-1 production for metabolic health, gut function and weight management, alongside BioBerb, a clinically studied, cold-water-dispersible berberine powder formulated to support blood glucose regulation, metabolic health, healthy cholesterol levels and hormonal balance.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Building on the momentum of its recent rebrand, Saanroo will also share news of its expanding global research capabilities. Renowned researcher Dr. M. Gulrez Zariwala will be on-site to discuss his latest findings in cognitive function and emerging ingredient science.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Sabinsa, Booth 4113 and Sabinsa Wellness, Booth 3305<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Sabinsa will showcase its portfolio of clinically studied botanical ingredients with a focus on bioavailability, metabolic health and women\u2019s health applications. Featured ingredients at booth #4113 include BioPerine black pepper extract, Curcumin C3 Complex, Curcumin C3 Reduct, DigeZyme multi-enzyme blend, LactoSpore probiotic, Nigellin, Saberry amla extract, Sabroxy and Shagandha ashwagandha extract. <\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Sabinsa Wellness, the company\u2019s consumer products division, will exhibit in booth #3305 with finished products from America\u2019s Finest, Nature\u2019s Formulary and Sanutra Wellness, manufactured in the United States using globally sourced ingredients.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Sirio Pharma, Booth 3434<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Sirio will debut a soft-chew lutein supplement for eye health, developed in collaboration with OmniActive Health Technologies. The product features Lutemax 2020, a marigold-derived extract containing lutein, RR-zeaxanthin and meso-zeaxanthin in a 5:1 ratio, and will be sampled at the booth.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">A global nutraceutical CDMO, Sirio is positioning the format as an alternative delivery option for clinically studied carotenoids in the vision health category.<\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Virginia Dare, Booth 1411 <\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">Flavor supplier Virginia Dare will showcase its organic portfolio featuring more than 250 flavors and extracts certified Organic by Quality Assurance International (QAI). <\/p>\n<p class=\"c-paragraph b-article-body-skinny\">It also offers custom, organic-certified and organic-compliant flavor creation and product development support. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"From the latest products and science to ingredient and delivery format innovatin, here is our sneak\u2014but not exhaustive\u2014peek&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":184199,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[36],"tags":[163,165,164],"class_list":{"0":"post-184198","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-anaheim","8":"tag-anaheim","9":"tag-anaheim-headlines","10":"tag-anaheim-news"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/184198","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=184198"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/184198\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/184199"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=184198"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=184198"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=184198"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}