AHPA Chief Science Officer presents at The Mushroom Summit

• By: AHPA
• On: 06/24/2024 13:47:54
• In: AHPA News

Holly E. Johnson, Ph.D., participated in a panel on collaboration in the functional mushroom industry

June 24, 2024



American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) Chief Science Officer Holly E. Johnson, Ph.D., recently participated in The Mushroom Summit in Monterey, CA, June 5-6, 2024. The Mushroom Summit brings together industry veterans, entrepreneurs, scientists, retailers, and mushroom enthusiasts for cutting-edge research, hands-on activities, expert insights, and valuable experiences that immersed attendees into the world of functional mushrooms.
 
At the second annual summit, Dr. Johnson joined Christopher Hobbs, Ph.D., Kyle Garrone (Far West Fungi), and Sean Steller (Phillips Mushroom Farms) for a panel on “Collaboration Over Competition.” The group of experts discussed the unique collaborative nature of the functional mushroom industry and how businesses can leverage this inclusive community to identify strategic partnerships.
 
“It was a privilege to come together with colleagues in support of the growing functional mushroom industry,” said Dr. Johnson. “With consumer interest in functional mushrooms at an all-time high, it’s more important than ever to engage the community and collaborate to move the product category forward safely and responsibly.”
 
Also in attendance of the summit were representatives from AHPA members Alkemist Labs, Aloha Medicinals, Ceres Greenhouse Solutions, Gourmet Mushrooms, Fungi Perfecti, M2 Ingredients, MegaFood, and Supplement Advisory Group, among others.
 

Herbs in History: Basil & Cabbage

• By: AHPA
• On: 06/20/2024 06:53:50
• In: AHPA News

June 20, 2024

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In an effort to preserve and share the fascinating histories of medicinal plants and herbs that have been used around the world for ages, the AHPA Foundation for Education and Research on Botanicals (AHPA-ERB Foundation) is honored to partner with Alain Touwaide, Ph.D., and Emanuela Appetiti of the Institute for the Preservation of Medical Traditions to launch the Herbs in History project in 2022.

This month, the histories of two leafy favorites are explored: basil and cabbage. Preview the entries below and visit Herbs in History online to read more.

Basil (Ocimum basilicum L.)

The King, the Scorpion, and the Pot

Basil (Ocimum basilicum L.) (Lamiaceae) is more than ever on our tables in this month of June, with its fresh leaves adding a sweet parfum to a salad, a caprese with tomato and mozzarella, or a delicious pizza Margherita. Not to speak of pasta tossed with an abundant pesto-cream enriched with pinenuts. Basil is more than a culinary herb around the world from Italy to Thailand, Vietnam and Laos. | Read more...

Cabbage (Brassica oleracea L.)

Hidden in Plain Sight?

If there is a dream of Humankind, it is to have a panacea in the house pharmacy. A single medicament capable of treating any possible ailment. Whereas much research has been and will continue to be devoted to identifying or developing it, one might have been at hand for a long time but escaped: Brassica oleracea L. (Brassicaceae). | Read more...

About the Project

Herbs in History is made possible by funding from the AHPA-ERB Foundation, as part of the nonprofit foundation’s mission promote education and research on medicinal, therapeutic, and health-promoting herbs. Tune in monthly for thoughtfully detailed historical accounts of herbs you know and love, and learn more about the origins of medicinal plants that have stood the test of time.