Omega

Scientists are urging consumers worldwide to stop buying products made from Antarctic krill, citing the need to protect whales, penguins and other marine life that depend on it as a food source. The appeal coincides with several major retailers withdrawing krill-based products, often sold as omega-3 supplements and animal feed, from their shelves.

Andrew Hebard, an omega-3 industry figure, says the category needs to broaden its appeal beyond its core base, arguing 'the tent has to get bigger' as it enters its next chapter. He is calling for the sector to expand into new formats, audiences and health claims to reignite growth in omega-3 supplements and ingredients.

Nutrition company dsm-firmenich is previewing an upcoming webinar focused on DHA, an omega-3 fatty acid, and its role in prenatal health. The session is expected to cover the science behind DHA supplementation during pregnancy and its relevance for maternal and infant development, drawing interest from nutrition industry professionals and health watchers.